Toyo Proxes Sport review
Relative score 60% tests + 40% owners
Owners 54 · 1,277 reviews analysed Road tests 58 · 27 tests
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The Toyo Proxes Sport is generally well-received as a cost-effective, budget-friendly summer performance tire that offers commendable dry and wet grip relative to its price point. While many users praise its value, quiet ride, and solid handling compared to premium alternatives like the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S or Pirelli P Zero, a notable contingent of drivers expresses dissatisfaction regarding its longevity and unpredictable wet-weather traction.
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
54/100From 1,277 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.
By road tests
58/100Scaled across every tested tire: the average gets 70, the best 100.
Toyo Proxes Sport specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 9 - 10/32″ |
| UTQG | 240 AA A |
| Treadwear warranty | 25,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi |
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What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 1,277 owner reviews found online.
The Toyo Proxes Sport is generally well-received as a cost-effective, budget-friendly summer performance tire that offers commendable dry and wet grip relative to its price point. While many users praise its value, quiet ride, and solid handling compared to premium alternatives like the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S or Pirelli P Zero, a notable contingent of drivers expresses dissatisfaction regarding its longevity and unpredictable wet-weather traction.
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
- Good steering response and feedback for spirited daily driving
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
- Prone to flat-spotting or tramlining if left sitting or on uneven surfaces
Worth knowing
- Owners of high-torque rear-wheel-drive vehicles (such as BMWs and tuned sedans) noted that the tires can easily break traction in the wet if throttle is applied too aggressively.
- Drivers transitioning from heavy run-flat tires appreciated the improved ride comfort, though some found the Proxes Sport's sidewalls overly stiff on specific fitments.
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27 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2022 Consumer Reports Ultra High Performance Summer Tires · 215/60R18
15th of 22
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Tested Tread Life (Miles) | 20th of 22 |
Source: Consumer Reports
2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer tire Test · 275/35 R19
8th of 8
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 8th of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 8th of 8 | |
| Wet Circle | 8th of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 7th of 8 | |
| Dry Handling | 7th of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 7th of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 8 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 7th of 8 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 7th of 8 | |
| Noise | 6th of 8 | |
| Price | 4th of 8 |
Source: Sport Auto
2020 UHP, UUHP and Track Day tire Test · 245/35 R19
10th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 7th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 7th of 10 | |
| Wet Circle | 8th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 9th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 7th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 9th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 10 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 8th of 10 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 5th of 10 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 9th of 10 | |
| Noise | 8th of 10 | |
| Tyre Weight | 4th of 10 |
Source: Sport Auto
2020 AMS 18 Inch Summer tire Test · 225/45 R18
10th of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 9th of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 9th of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 11th of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 11th of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 11th of 11 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 11 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 4th of 11 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 10th of 11 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 4th of 11 | |
| Noise | 8th of 11 | |
| Price | 4th of 11 |
Source: Auto Motor und Sport
2020 Auto Bild Summer tire Test · 245/45 R18
19th of 20
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 13th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 14th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 17th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 14th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 14th of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 20 | |
| Noise | 3rd of 20 | |
| Value | 17th of 20 | |
| Price | 11th of 20 | |
| Wear | 17th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 17th of 20 |
Source: Auto Bild
2020 ACE Mid Range Summer tire Test · 215/55 R17
5th of 9
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: ACE
2020 ADAC 18 Inch Summer tire Test · 225/40 R18
13th of 16
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wear | 13th of 16 |
Source: ADAC
2020 tire Market Overview Braking Test · 245/45 R18
16th of 49
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 13th of 49 | |
| Dry Braking | 21st of 49 |
Source: Auto Bild
2020 Auto Bild Sportscars Summer tire test R19 · 245/35R19
8th of 9
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Bild Sportscars
2020 TCS Summer Tire Test R18 · 225/40R18
13th of 14
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: TCS
2019 Auto Bild Sports Car tire Test · 245/45 R18
10th of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 11th of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 11th of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 11th of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 11th of 11 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 11 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 11th of 11 | |
| Noise | 6th of 11 | |
| Price | 2nd of 11 |
Source: Auto Bild Sportscars
2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP tire Test · 245/30 R20
8th of 8
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 7th of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 8th of 8 | |
| Dry Handling | 8th of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 7th of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 1st of 8 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 8th of 8 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 3rd of 8 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 5th of 8 | |
| Noise | 1st of 8 |
Source: Sport Auto
2019 SUV 4x4 Summer tire Test · 225/55 R17
7th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 8th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 7th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 8th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 5th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 8th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 10 | |
| Noise | 5th of 10 | |
| Price | 4th of 10 | |
| Gravel Handling | 2nd of 10 | |
| Gravel Traction | 5th of 10 | |
| Grass Traction | 8th of 10 | |
| Mud Traction | 8th of 10 |
Source: Auto Bild Allrad
2019 Auto Bild Summer tire Test · 225/45 R17
15th of 20
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 14th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 8th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 19th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 11th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 18th of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 20 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 9th of 20 | |
| Noise | 15th of 20 | |
| Value | 18th of 20 | |
| Price | 10th of 20 | |
| Wear | 18th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 19th of 20 |
Source: Auto Bild
2019 Summer 53 tire Braking Shootout · 225/45 R17
19th of 45
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 14th of 45 | |
| Dry Braking | 30th of 45 |
Source: Auto Bild
2019 Auto Motor und Sport UHP Summer Tire Test R20 · 245/30R20
8th of 8
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Motor und Sport
2019 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer tire Test
6th of 8
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | 7th of 8 | |
| Dry Handling | 7th of 8 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 5th of 8 | |
| Wet Braking | 5th of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 8 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 3rd of 8 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 1st of 8 | |
| Subjective Comfort | 3rd of 8 | |
| Inside Noise level | 6th of 8 | |
| tire Weight | 4th of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 8 |
2018 EVO UUHP tire Test · 235/35 R19
6th of 6
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 6 | |
| Wet Handling | 5th of 6 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 6 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 6 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 6 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 6 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 6th of 6 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 5th of 6 | |
| Price | 1st of 6 |
Source: evo
2018 Auto Review 225/45 R17 tire Test · 225/45 R17
8th of 11
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Autoreview
2018 AMS Summer UHP tire Test · 225/45 R17
10th of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 10th of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 10th of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 9th of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 10th of 11 | |
| Straight Aqua | 1st of 11 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 7th of 11 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 7th of 11 | |
| Noise | 3rd of 11 |
Source: Auto Motor und Sport
2018 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer tire Test · 245/35 R19
5th of 6
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 6 | |
| Wet Handling | 5th of 6 | |
| Dry Braking | 5th of 6 | |
| Dry Handling | 5th of 6 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 6 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 6 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 6 | |
| Price | 3rd of 6 |
Source: Auto Bild
2018 Sport Auto 19 inch UHP and Track Day tire Test · 245/35 R19
8th of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 7th of 9 | |
| Wet Handling | 9th of 9 | |
| Dry Braking | 8th of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 8th of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 9 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 9 | |
| Noise | 8th of 9 | |
| Price | 4th of 9 |
Source: Sport Auto
2017 EVO Summer tire Test · 225/40 R18
9th of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 9th of 9 | |
| Wet Handling | 9th of 9 | |
| Dry Braking | 9th of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 8th of 9 |
Source: evo
2017 Sport Auto UHP and Track Day Test · 225/40 R18
9th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 7th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 10th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 10th of 10 |
Source: Sport Auto
2017 AMS Summer UHP tire Test · 245/45 R18
7th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 9th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 10th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 2nd of 10 |
Source: Auto Motor und Sport
2017 Auto Bild Summer tire Test · 225/50 R17
13th of 20
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 13th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 12th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 18th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 10th of 20 | |
| Wear | 18th of 20 |
Source: Auto Bild
2017 Auto Bild Summer tire Shootout · 225/50 R17
14th of 43
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Bild
What owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of the scores above.
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.
From 34 threads and comments.
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