Toyo Proxes CF2 review
Relative score 60% tests + 40% owners
Owners 76 · 110 reviews analysed Road tests 68 · 10 tests
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The Toyo Proxes CF2 is widely regarded as a high-value, well-rounded touring tire that excels in comfort, noise reduction, and wet-weather performance. While a small subset of users reported issues with premature hardening or structural cracking, the vast majority of drivers praise its predictable handling and impressive longevity, often comparing it favorably to more expensive premium brands.
Owners rate it 8.1 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews found online; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
How scores work
- Relative score
- 0–100. Blends road tests (60%) and owner reviews (40%) category by category, the same way on every TireWheelGuide page. With only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from it, so the score stays closer to average. It needs at least one road test or five owner reviews.
- Road tests
- 0–100 per score, from published tests, newer tests counting more. Each result is compared with every other tire in the same test, so a win against a strong field counts for more. The average tested tire gets 70, the best 100; with only one or two tests a tire stays nearer 70. The discipline rows show % of the best tire in that test.
- Owner reviews
- 0–100 from the owner reviews we found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates and scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70. With only a few reviews a tire stays near the average.
By owner reviews
76/100From 110 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.
By road tests
68/100Scaled across every tested tire: the average gets 70, the best 100.
Toyo Proxes CF2 specs & sizes
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What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 110 owner reviews found online.
The Toyo Proxes CF2 is widely regarded as a high-value, well-rounded touring tire that excels in comfort, noise reduction, and wet-weather performance. While a small subset of users reported issues with premature hardening or structural cracking, the vast majority of drivers praise its predictable handling and impressive longevity, often comparing it favorably to more expensive premium brands.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium competitors
- High levels of ride comfort and low road noise
- Strong wet and dry grip with predictable handling
- Impressive tread life and durability for daily driving
- Low rolling resistance contributing to fuel efficiency
Cons
- Reports of rubber hardening or cracking after 2-3 years in hot climates
- Soft sidewalls can feel less precise during aggressive cornering
- Requires a significant 'scrub-in' period to reach peak grip levels
- Occasional reports of structural failure or premature wear on specific vehicles
Worth knowing
- Users with compact cars (e.g., Honda Jazz, Toyota Yaris) frequently report significant improvements in ride quality and noise levels over factory-fitted tires.
- Drivers of older or lighter vehicles often highlight the tire's ability to provide a 'predictable' and 'fun' driving experience, though some note that the soft sidewalls are less suited for high-performance sports driving.
- Owners in hot climates (e.g., Greece, Cyprus) noted that the rubber compound may be prone to premature aging or cracking compared to temperate regions.
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10 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2019 ADAC Summer tire Test - 185/65 R15 · 185/65 R15
8th of 16
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: ADAC
2018 AutoBild Summer tire Overview · 195/65 R15
27th of 47
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Bild
2017 Auto Express Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16
9th of 11
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Express
2017 Mid Range tire Test · 205/55 R16
9th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 6th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 10th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 7th of 10 |
2015 Auto Review Summer tire Test · 225/45 R17
7th of 9
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Autoreview
2015 ACE Summer Touring tire Test · 255/55 R16
7th of 12
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: ACE
2014 Auto Review Summer tire Test - 205/55 R16 · 205/55 R16
4th of 16
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Autoreview
2014 AMS Summer tire Test - 205/55 R16 · 205/55 R16
5th of 11
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Motor und Sport
2014 Test World Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16
12th of 16
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Test World
2013 Test World Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16
12th of 13
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Test World
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