73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
75/100
11 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Avon ZZR vs Toyo Proxes C1S — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
69
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
69/100
37 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Avon ZZR — better handling, dry and treadwear. Pick the Toyo Proxes C1S if wet matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
5 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
ZZR leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | ZZR | Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 78 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Proxes C1S leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | ZZR | Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 61 | 68 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | ZZR | Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 70 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
ZZR leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | ZZR | Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 66 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
ZZR leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | ZZR | Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 69 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Avon ZZR | Toyo Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 73 | 69 |
| Dry | 89 | 78 |
| Wet | 61 | 68 |
| Comfort | 70 | 70 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 66 |
| Handling | 86 | 69 |
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73
/ 100
Tire A
69
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Avon ZZR is a specialized track-focused tire that delivers exceptional dry-weather grip and performance, particularly for lightweight sports cars like the Caterham and Lotus Elise. While highly regarded for track use, users consistently warn that its wet-weather capabilities are severely limited, making it unsuitable for year-round road driving or inclement conditions.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and traction
- Strong performance consistency during consecutive track laps
- Lightweight construction ideal for track-oriented vehicles
- Good longevity and wear characteristics when used appropriately
Cons
- Poor wet-weather performance and high risk of aquaplaning
- Sensitive to low temperatures
- Thin sidewalls provide minimal rim protection
- Prone to flat-spotting if left stationary for extended periods
Observations
- Highly praised by owners of lightweight, track-focused vehicles like the Caterham 7 and Lotus Exige.
- Users noted that tire pressure management is critical for optimal performance, with some reporting significant handling improvements at higher PSI settings.
- Performance on heavier road cars is mixed, with reports of uneven wear and less predictable breakaway characteristics compared to dedicated track platforms.
The Toyo Proxes C1S receives highly polarized feedback, characterized by excellent initial performance that often degrades significantly over time. While many users praise its comfort and dry-weather handling when new, a substantial portion of the user base reports rapid increases in road noise and a sharp decline in wet-weather traction after the first 5,000 to 10,000 kilometers.
Pros
- High levels of comfort and ride quality when new
- Strong initial dry grip and stability at high speeds
- Effective puncture resistance and reinforced sidewall construction
- Attractive tread design and competitive pricing
Cons
- Significant increase in road noise as the tire wears
- Rapid tread wear and premature degradation
- Noticeable decline in wet-weather performance and aquaplaning resistance
- Occasional quality control issues regarding tire balancing
Observations
- Users driving in hot, humid climates (e.g., Malaysia, Thailand) report mixed results, with some finding them ideal for comfort while others note sidewall deflection under heavy loads.
- Performance-oriented vehicles like the Subaru WRX report satisfaction with grip, whereas owners of standard passenger cars frequently cite disappointment with longevity and noise levels.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Avon ZZR | B · Toyo Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Trackday and Competition tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
73
/ 100
Avon
69
/ 100
Toyo
Winner: Avon ZZR — better handling, dry and treadwear. Pick the Toyo Proxes C1S if wet matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Avon ZZR scores 86 vs 69 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Avon ZZR scores 89 vs 78 on dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Toyo Proxes C1S scores 68 vs 61 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Avon ZZR scores 70 vs 66 on treadwear.
Tire A · Avon ZZR
Tire B · Toyo Proxes C1S
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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) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.