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Bridgestone Turanza T005 vs Toyo Proxes C1S — Compared (September 2026)
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6 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
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 | Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 78 |
Wet
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 | Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 82 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 68 |
Comfort
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 | Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 67 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 70 |
Noise
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 | Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | – |
Treadwear
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 | Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 67 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | 66 |
Handling
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 | Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 69 |
| DriverReviews owners | 84 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza T005 | Toyo Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 69 |
| Dry | 84 | 78 |
| Wet | 81 | 68 |
| Comfort | 69 | 70 |
| Noise | 81 | – |
| Treadwear | 66 | 66 |
| Handling | 72 | 69 |
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Turanza T005 is a polarizing touring tire that excels in wet-weather safety and fuel efficiency but faces significant criticism regarding its longevity and ride comfort. While many users praise its wet-road confidence and predictable handling, a substantial portion of the user base reports premature tread wear, sidewall cracking, and high road noise, leading to a highly divided consensus.
Pros
- Exceptional wet-weather grip and aquaplaning resistance
- High fuel efficiency and low rolling resistance
- Predictable and safe handling for daily commuting
- Strong dry-road braking performance
Cons
- Rapid and uneven tread wear reported by many users
- High levels of road noise and cabin resonance
- Reports of sidewall cracking and premature aging
- Soft sidewalls leading to vague steering feedback and lack of precision
Observations
- Users with high-torque EVs and performance-oriented vehicles frequently report excessive wheel spin and rapid wear due to the tire's compound.
- Drivers of premium sedans (BMW, Audi) often note a significant improvement in comfort when switching from run-flat tires to the T005, though some find the ride still too firm.
- Owners of heavier vehicles or those driving on poor-quality road surfaces report that the soft sidewalls are vulnerable to impact damage and bubbling.
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.
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Bridgestone Turanza T005
Community opinions on the Bridgestone Turanza T005 are divided. While some drivers praise its wet-weather performance, highway stability, and value compared to competitors like Michelin, others report issues with excessive road noise, stiff comfort levels, rapid wear, and poor grip in certain conditions.
“Lateral dry rot - Bridgestone Turanza T005 DOT 21, 3rd summer on service - all 4 tires have these cracks on their laterals, should I be worried?”
“The Bridgestone Turanza T005 UHP Summer tires suck My BMW i4 e40 has 8k miles on it. I usually never get flats, but in the past 8 months I have almost been stranded 3 times by flats, and I have had to replace two of tires because they were completely worn. These Bridgestone Turanza T005 UHP Summer tires are terrible. I've been replacing the worn tires with run-flats, but probably time to move to a different brand and all-season tire.”
“I drove my friend’s Leon Cupra fitted with these Turanza T005 18” last summer to Croatia. Rountrip plus some local driving, all in all 2k km, the tyres were totally okay driving on highways and local roads. Not noisy. Good tyres for sure.”
“Bridgestone Turanza T005 tyres... Are they really shit or is there something wrong with my car? I've just had brand new ones fitted, I don't expect them to be amazing in this weather but I'm slipping and sliding all over the place. My car has less grip than my old tyres with 2mm left. Seriously, I went round a roundabout last night at 20mph and drifted out from the inner lane. Could there be something I need to get checked because I don't feel quite safe with them on... Read more”
Based on 23 community posts
Toyo Proxes C1S
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Turanza T005 | B · Toyo Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 24 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 22″ | — |
| UTQG | 340 A A | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
Which one should you actually buy?
Bridgestone
Toyo
Winner: Bridgestone Turanza T005 — better wet, dry and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Bridgestone Turanza T005 scores 81 vs 68 on wet.
Bridgestone Turanza T005 scores 84 vs 78 on dry.
Bridgestone Turanza T005 scores 72 vs 69 on handling.
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.