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Toyo Proxes Sport vs Toyo Proxes TR1 — Compared

Relative Score (0–100): 60% professional tests, 40% owner reviews.

Proxes TR1 is ahead, 64–59

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Tire AToyo

Proxes Sport

Summer

Tests 58 · 20 tests Owners 54 · 1,277 reviews

Best test result: #1 of 8 in 2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test (noise)

“Quote: Originally Posted by Brian Goodwin I own both the Falken and Toyo Proxes Sport, both in 235/40-17. The Toyo rides better, the Falken goes faster through the turns, and turn-in response is much quicker. I have not bothered to take the Toyo to the track because around our fun canyon roads it is clearly slower and with less grip than the Falken. The Falken feels like a race tire, complete with stiff sidewall support for crisp turn-in, used those for track and autocross over the last few months, including two wins in class at autocross. The Toyo feels like a street tire, much like the Continental ECS, complete with much lower weight because sidewalls are comparatively soft and squishy next to the Falken. If you want a soft daily driver 235/40 and you accept it is a few clicks slower than the Falken, the Toyo is great as a daily driver. But if you expect that Toyo to keep up with the Falken on track days, you will be disappointed. Great feedback, thanks Brian. Wish there were more options in this size! May just stick with the RT660s, especially now with the HKS GT2 on the car”

Tire BToyo

Proxes TR1

Summer

Tests 62 · 1 test Owners 66 · 898 reviews

Best test result: #3 of 6 in 2024 TopTireReview Best UHP Tyres for Asia Test (rolling resistance)

“Toyo Proxes TR1s, Opinions? Afternoon, So with where I worked I’ve managed to get a decent price on a set of 15 inch Toyo Proxes TR1s. (Just under £50 a corner fitted and balanced). So my question is, are these a good set of tyres for someone who lives in a nearly constantly wet part of the country, has to drive on narrow roads with tight corners ( Lake District backroads) but also enjoys some spirited driving? Also, what’s longevity like etc. Had recommendations on them from a friend with an EP3 Civic who swore by them, but haven’t seen loads of discussion on them really. To specify, these are the newer TR1s not T1Rs Cheers!”

Category by category

Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.

  1. 62

    Dry

    Proxes Sport +3
    59
    Why this score
    SourceProxes SportProxes TR1
    Professional tests (TWG score)6153
    Reviews found online6468
    Dry Braking (% of best)92%87%
    Dry Handling (% of best)94%96%
  2. 70

    Wet

    Proxes Sport +3
    67
    Why this score
    SourceProxes SportProxes TR1
    Professional tests (TWG score)7666
    Reviews found online6168
    Wet Braking (% of best)91%82%
    Wet Circle (% of best)91%87%
    Wet Handling (% of best)98%95%
  3. 34

    Snow

    No comparison
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    Why this score
    SourceProxes SportProxes TR1
    Reviews found online10–
  4. 54

    Comfort

    Proxes TR1 +11
    65
    Why this score
    SourceProxes SportProxes TR1
    Professional tests (TWG score)5068
    Reviews found online6060
  5. 69

    Noise

    Proxes Sport +1
    68
    Why this score
    SourceProxes SportProxes TR1
    Professional tests (TWG score)7068
    Reviews found online68–
  6. 44

    Treadwear

    Proxes TR1 +19
    63
    Why this score
    SourceProxes SportProxes TR1
    Professional tests (TWG score)36–
    Reviews found online5661
  7. 55

    Handling

    Proxes TR1 +15
    70
    Why this score
    SourceProxes SportProxes TR1
    Reviews found online5570
Scores at a glance
Toyo Proxes Sport vs Toyo Proxes TR1: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryToyo Proxes SportToyo Proxes TR1
Relative Score 59 64
Dry 62 59
Wet 70 67
Snow 34 –
Comfort 54 65
Noise 69 68
Treadwear 44 63
Handling 55 70

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Headline score

Proxes Sport

Proxes TR1

Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.

The professional test results behind the scores

Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.

DisciplineCategoryProxes SportProxes TR1ΔBoth?
Dry Braking Dry 92% #10/10 · 2017 AMS Summer UHP Tyre Test 87% #5/6 · 2024 TopTireReview Best UHP Tyres for Asia Test +5.5 Different tests
Dry Handling Dry 94% #8/9 · 2018 Sport Auto 19 inch UHP and Track Day Tyre Test 96% #6/6 · 2024 TopTireReview Best UHP Tyres for Asia Test −1.7 Different tests
Rolling Resistance Efficiency 86% #7/8 · 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test 94% #3/6 · 2024 TopTireReview Best UHP Tyres for Asia Test −7.6 Different tests
Noise Other 100% #1/8 · 2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test 99% #4/6 · 2024 TopTireReview Best UHP Tyres for Asia Test +0.9 Different tests
Overall Ranking Overall 13% #8/8 · 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test 20% #5/6 · 2024 TopTireReview Best UHP Tyres for Asia Test −7.5 Different tests
Straight Aqua Straight 100% #1/11 · 2018 AMS Summer UHP Tyre Test 97% #5/6 · 2024 TopTireReview Best UHP Tyres for Asia Test +3.3 Different tests
Subj. Comfort Subj 57% #11/11 · 2019 Auto Bild Sports Car Tyre Test 92% #3/6 · 2024 TopTireReview Best UHP Tyres for Asia Test −34.4 Different tests
Wet Braking Wet 91% #5/6 · 2018 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer Tyre Test 82% #5/6 · 2024 TopTireReview Best UHP Tyres for Asia Test +8.2 Different tests
Wet Circle Wet 91% #8/8 · 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test 87% #5/6 · 2024 TopTireReview Best UHP Tyres for Asia Test +3.6 Different tests
Wet Handling Wet 98% #12/20 · 2017 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test 95% #5/6 · 2024 TopTireReview Best UHP Tyres for Asia Test +2.8 Different tests

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Proxes Sport

Pros

  • Significantly more affordable than premium tier summer tires while offering around 80-90% of the performance
  • Commendable grip and handling in dry conditions with a progressive, predictable breakaway
  • Low road noise and generally high ride comfort compared to factory run-flats or older performance tires

Cons

  • Faster-than-expected tread wear, with multiple users reporting replacement necessary between 6,000 and 12,000 miles
  • Inconsistent or slippery wet-weather traction and occasional tendency to hydroplane in heavy standing water
  • Stiff sidewalls on certain sizes leading to a harsher ride quality or increased noise for some drivers
All owner themes in the Proxes Sport review

Tire B Proxes TR1

Pros

  • Exceptional dry grip and responsive steering feedback
  • High value-for-money proposition compared to premium tier-one brands
  • Attractive and aggressive directional tread design

Cons

  • Noticeable road noise and humming sounds at certain speeds
  • Soft sidewalls that can cause a slight squirm or delayed initial steering response
  • Rapid tread wear, particularly under aggressive driving or on rear axles
All owner themes in the Proxes TR1 review

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

Toyo Proxes Sport

Positive

Community sentiment toward the Toyo Proxes Sport family is generally positive, with drivers praising its ride comfort, good value for money, and competent daily street grip. Many owners appreciate unique size options like 345/25-20 for high-performance cars, though enthusiasts note that dedicated track tires offer superior turn-in sharpness and ultimate traction. A common topic of discussion is the scarcity of extensive real-world reviews, particularly regarding newer variants.

Top themes
#Value for money#Ride comfort#Street vs track performance#Wide fitment availability#Tread wear and longevity#Limited review availability

Based on 34 community posts

Tire B

Toyo Proxes TR1

Mixed

Community sentiment regarding the Toyo Proxes TR1 is mixed, with users frequently noting an attractive price point and smooth, comfortable ride when compared to factory tires or run-flats. However, multiple drivers report shortcomings in wet-weather performance, cold grip, and road noise as mileage increases, while several criticize its soft sidewalls for creating imprecise handling at the limit.

corvetteforum.com

“Quote: Originally Posted by gamisou 70l46 did you get yours mounted and balanced for that price? I picked mine up at tiredealsforless.com for $765.12 shipped. They had the best prices that I have seen. Yep, $859 is mounted/balanced and 6% Michigan sales tax. Got them from Tireman, a Ohio/Michigan tire retailer & service center.”

r/tires ·1 upvote ·2025-08-22

“Alla fine cosa hai preso? su ZC31S con quella misura sono un pochino deluso dalle TR1 spalla troppo morbida la cosa buffa è che più le gonfiavo e più si amplificava il difetto per guida al limite diventano imprecise ma hanno davvero un sacco di grip se avessero la spalla più rigida best buy!”

r/subaru ·1 upvote ·2026-06-25

“Bekomme ich mit unterschiedliche Reifen Modelle Probleme mit dem Verteiler Getriebe? Hallo, ich habe mal eine Frage bezüglich Reifen und dem Verteilergetriebe. Ich habe vor ein paar Jahren einen gebrauchten Felgensatz gekauft auf dem Reifen aus dem Jahr 2016 waren Profiltiefe der Reifen war bei allen neuwertig. Anfang diesen Jahres habe ich mir dann hinten links einen Platten gefahren. Ich habe dann die Reifen hinten achsweise getauscht mit dem selben Reifen was verbaut war (neue toyo proxes tr1 Reifen. Unglücklicherweise habe ich jetzt wieder einen platten Reifen, allerdings vorne. Nun wollte ich wieder 2 neue Reifen für vorne bestellen (ebenfalls toyo proxes tr1). Leider läuft dieses Modell wohl aus und sind nicht mehr verfügbar. Meine Frage jetzt, kann ich andere Reifen Modelle nutzen (toyo comfort in den selben Maßen wie den Proxes tr1) oder sind diese problematisch? Vielen Dank im Voraus 🙂 Read more”

Top themes
#Wet grip performance#Soft sidewall stiffness#Affordable price point#Road noise issues#Ride comfort comparison#Handling at limit#T1R model confusion

Based on 36 community posts

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Toyo Proxes Sport B · Toyo Proxes TR1
CategorySummerSummer
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Sizes available8361
Rim diameters17″ – 21″14″ – 20″
Tread depth9 - 10/32″—
UTQG240 AA A—
Treadwear warranty25,000 mi—
SidewallBlack Side Wall—
Max pressure50 - 51 psi—

Which one should you actually buy?

Toyo Proxes Sport

Toyo Proxes TR1

Winner: Toyo Proxes TR1 — better treadwear, handling and comfort. Pick the Toyo Proxes Sport if dry and wet matter most to you.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Toyo Proxes TR1 scores 63 vs 44 on treadwear.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Toyo Proxes TR1 scores 70 vs 55 on handling.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Toyo Proxes TR1 scores 65 vs 54 on comfort.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

Toyo Proxes Sport scores 62 vs 59 on dry.

Tire A · Toyo Proxes Sport
Tire B · Toyo Proxes TR1

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How do we compare tires?

Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.

Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.

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