We all know how important having the right pair of shoes can be. Well, the analogy is even more important when it comes to the best all-terrain tyres for your 4WD or SUV.
If you’re planning on exploring Australia’s wide-open plains and tackling some of our roughest roads and off-road trails, having the best all-terrain tyres is a non-negotiable that can, in the most severe cases, be a lifesaver.
With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at some of the best all-terrain tyres for 4x4s and SUVs currently on sale in Australia in 2025.
Falken Wildpeak AT3W
The Falken Wildpeak AT3W has become one of Australia’s favourite all-terrain tyres thanks to its impressive value proposition.
The AT3W range features a versatile, confidence-inspiring design that excels on the sealed stuff and while tackling off-road trails while boasting all-weather capability that means you won’t be sliding around in the wet.
With Falken’s patented 3D Canyon Sipes matched with a lower, aggressive upper sidewall and heat-diffusing technology for the ultra-rugged tread blocks, the AT3W range is a tough yet versatile jack-of-all-trades for Australian conditions ranging from red-hot to ice-cold.
Falken offers the Wildpeak AT3W range for 16, 17, 18 and 20-inch wheels.
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Request a quoteYokohama Geolandar A/T-S G012
The Yokohama Geolandar A/T-S range has been designed to soak up some serious punishment while remaining very well-behaved on the road for those crossing the country while towing.
The A/T-S G012 offer a best-of-both-worlds approach for 4x4s and SUVs thanks to the aggressive tread pattern that has tonnes of traction on the loose stuff while remaining quiet and compliant on sealed roads.
The Geolandar A/T-S range features a super-durable, puncture-resistant construction that inspires confidence for long-distance tourers, while Yokohama’s X-AT G016 is more suited to more hardcore buyers that spend the majority of their time out on the dirt.
Cooper Discoverer AT3
Cooper’s Discoverer AT3 range is a road-focused, all-terrain tyre that aims to give buyers the best of both worlds when it comes to on-road confidence and refinement with off-road versatility.
The Discoverer AT3 range features a rock-solid, super tensile steel belt construction for superior impact and puncture resistance with strong sidewalls that soak up the punishment off-road, while the tread compound aims to improve wet traction and highway driving confidence.
Cooper offers the Discoverer AT3 range for wheel hubs measuring 15, 16, 17, 18 and 20-inches.
Maxxis AT980 Bravo
The Maxxis AT980 Bravo range is a great tyre for those looking for maximum traction while towing heavy loads.
The AT980 receives a blocked, zig-zagging tread pattern that is optimised for off-road traction, while the square tread contour provides a large contact patch, even while lugging around a heavy caravan that, combined with the puncture-resistant design and all-season rating, makes for a great touring option for Aussies.
The Maxxis AT980 range is available for rims measuring 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19 inches.
Toyo Open Country AT II
Toyo’s latest-generation Open Country AT II range picks up a new tread compound aimed at reducing wear resistance, while a new casing profile provides added contact pressure distribution for even wearing.
Featuring a new, improved and deeper tread design, the Toyo Open Country AT II range bites in the loose stuff with its staggered shoulder lugs and offers a high load index that make it a great option for Aussies towing.
Toyo’s Open Country AT II range is available for wheel hubs measuring 15, 16, 17, 18 and 20-inches.
General Tire Grabber AT3
The General Tire Grabber AT3 range hits the ground running with a tough construction aimed at maximising tread life while reducing block deformation at the contact patch thanks to its reinforced tread blocks.
The Grabber AT3 range features some cleverly-positioned stone bumpers and large sidewall lugs to protect the rubber from rocks, while the open tread shoulder provided added traction on the loose stuff while remaining confidence-inspiring on the road.
General Tire offers the Grabber AT3 range for hubs measuring between 16 - 20-inches.
Pirelli Scorpion AT PLUS
Pirelli’s latest Scorpion AT Plus range has received an updated design aimed at maximising its off-road performance while maintaining confidence on sealed roads.
The Scorpion AT Plus receives an aggressive new tread design designed to shift water and even flick stones away, while the company says its contact pressure distribution has also been optimised for better braking performance and even better fuel efficiency.
Pirelli offers the Scorpion AT PLUS range for hubs measuring 16, 17, 18, 19 and 20-inches.
Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T
While they certainly don’t come cheap, Mickey Thompson’s Baja Boss all-terrain tyres provide a very healthy mix of off-road performance, durability and on-road confidence in bad conditions.
The Baja Boss AT range receives the company’s ‘extreme sidebiters’ that give tread on the sidewalls, while the asymmetrical tread design provides excellent traction both on- and off-road.
Mickey Thompson offers the Baja Boss A/T range for wheel hubs measuring between 16, 17, 18, 20 and 22-inches.
FAQ: What are the Best 4x4 All-terrain Tyres?
The question of which are the best 4x4 all-terrain tyres depends largely on your preferences. Since there are a range of all-terrain tyre options, each offering different levels of aggressiveness for the tread, it’s a personal question that you’ll need to toss up whether you’re looking for more of a 70-30 split in favour of off-roading or a more road-compliant tyre. Some of the leading all-terrain tyre options include AT offerings from BF Goodridge, Dunlop, Mickey Thompson, Yokohama, Falken, Cooper, Maxxis, Toyot, General Tyre and Pirelli.
FAQ: Are All-Terrain Tyres Good for SUVs?
All-terrain tyres are a good option for SUV owners looking to hit the road on a long-distance road trip in whatever conditions Mother Nature can throw up. Thanks to their extremely durable design, aggressive tread patterns and ability to flick away stones, all-terrain tyres are a super versatile type of road-going tyre that remain well-mannered around town while offering great off-road abilities.
FAQ: What are the Disadvantages of All-Terrain Tyres?
One of the major disadvantages of an all-terrain tyre over a more conventional, road-focused type of tyre is their reduced fuel efficiency. While the design of an all-terrain tyre makes it a strong performer off-road, the added rolling resistance means you’ll consume more fuel on a road trip than a comparative road tyre. All-terrain tyres can also prove a noisier tyre at highway speeds, due to its unique and more prominent tread design and they are also a more costly exercise than a more conventional road tyre.
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