79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
39 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Continental ContiMaxContact MC6 vs Toyo Proxes 4 — 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
75
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
76/100
75 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental ContiMaxContact MC6 — better handling, wet and dry. Pick the Toyo Proxes 4 if treadwear matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
7 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)
ContiMaxContact MC6 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | ContiMaxContact MC6 | Proxes 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 80 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ContiMaxContact MC6 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | ContiMaxContact MC6 | Proxes 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 63 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Proxes 4 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | ContiMaxContact MC6 | Proxes 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 74 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Proxes 4 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | ContiMaxContact MC6 | Proxes 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 77 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
ContiMaxContact MC6 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | ContiMaxContact MC6 | Proxes 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 66 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental ContiMaxContact MC6 | Toyo Proxes 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 75 |
| Dry | 90 | 84 |
| Wet | 77 | 68 |
| Snow | – | 66 |
| Comfort | 79 | 80 |
| Noise | – | 85 |
| Treadwear | 71 | 80 |
| Handling | 87 | 66 |
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Headline score
79
/ 100
Tire A
75
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental ContiMaxContact MC6 is widely regarded as a high-performance tire that offers an exceptional balance between sporty handling and daily comfort. Users frequently highlight its impressive dry and wet grip, often comparing it favorably to more expensive premium alternatives like the Michelin Pilot Sport series. While most owners praise its value and steering precision, some report concerns regarding tread longevity and sidewall durability.
Pros
- Excellent dry and wet traction with high cornering confidence
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium competitors
- Direct and responsive steering feedback
- Surprisingly comfortable ride quality for a performance-oriented tire
Cons
- Mixed reports on tread life, with some users experiencing premature wear
- Soft sidewalls susceptible to damage from curb impacts
- Inconsistent noise levels, with some users finding them loud on rough tarmac
- Wet performance may degrade significantly as the tire approaches the end of its life
Observations
- Users noted that the tire provides a more direct and accurate steering feel compared to softer touring-focused tires, particularly on 17-inch fitments.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles or those frequently driving on rough, coarse surfaces reported higher levels of road noise.
- The tire is frequently praised for its ability to improve the handling characteristics of daily drivers and older sedans.
The Toyo Proxes 4 is widely regarded as a budget-friendly, high-performance all-season tire that excels in dry conditions, offering impressive grip and a quiet, comfortable ride. However, user consensus is sharply divided regarding its wet-weather performance, with many drivers reporting a significant lack of confidence and traction in rain, while others find it adequate for daily driving.
Pros
- Excellent dry pavement grip and handling
- Low road noise and high ride comfort
- Strong value proposition for the price point
- Attractive tread pattern design
- Generally long-lasting tread life for a performance tire
Cons
- Inconsistent and often poor wet-weather traction
- Soft sidewalls leading to a 'squirmy' or imprecise feel during aggressive cornering
- Prone to uneven wear or cupping in some applications
- Reported balancing issues and vibration at highway speeds
- Lack of steering feedback compared to premium competitors
Observations
- Users with high-torque or rear-wheel-drive vehicles frequently reported difficulty putting power down, particularly in wet conditions.
- Drivers of smaller, lighter vehicles noted that the soft sidewalls can lead to a 'soggy' or unstable feeling during high-speed maneuvers.
- Some owners of larger wheels (20-inch) reported difficulty maintaining consistent tire pressure and increased susceptibility to vibration.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental ContiMaxContact MC6 | B · Toyo Proxes 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
Continental
75
/ 100
Toyo
Winner: Continental ContiMaxContact MC6 — better handling, wet and dry. Pick the Toyo Proxes 4 if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Continental ContiMaxContact MC6 scores 87 vs 66 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental ContiMaxContact MC6 scores 77 vs 68 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Toyo Proxes 4 scores 80 vs 71 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental ContiMaxContact MC6 scores 90 vs 84 on dry.
Tire A · Continental ContiMaxContact MC6
Tire B · Toyo Proxes 4
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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.