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 September 2026
Continental ContiMaxContact MC6 vs Toyo Proxes T1 Sport SUV — Compared (September 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.
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79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
74/100
37 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Continental ContiMaxContact MC6 and Toyo Proxes T1 Sport SUV are within 2 points overall. Continental ContiMaxContact MC6 is stronger on dry. Toyo Proxes T1 Sport SUV is stronger on wet.
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Category breakdown
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
Score (0–100)
ContiMaxContact MC6 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | ContiMaxContact MC6 | Proxes T1 Sport SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 88 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Proxes T1 Sport SUV leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | ContiMaxContact MC6 | Proxes T1 Sport SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 79 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 82 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Proxes T1 Sport SUV leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | ContiMaxContact MC6 | Proxes T1 Sport SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 78 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | ContiMaxContact MC6 | Proxes T1 Sport SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 65 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
ContiMaxContact MC6 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | ContiMaxContact MC6 | Proxes T1 Sport SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 58 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
ContiMaxContact MC6 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | ContiMaxContact MC6 | Proxes T1 Sport SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 86 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental ContiMaxContact MC6 | Toyo Proxes T1 Sport SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 79 |
| Dry | 90 | 85 |
| Wet | 77 | 80 |
| Comfort | 79 | 80 |
| Noise | – | 65 |
| Treadwear | 71 | 70 |
| Handling | 87 | 86 |
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Headline score
79
/ 100
Tire A
79
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
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 T1 Sport SUV is generally regarded as a high-value performance tire that offers impressive dry grip and handling characteristics at a competitive price point. While many users praise its responsiveness and comfort, the consensus is heavily divided regarding tread longevity, with a significant number of owners reporting rapid wear and sensitivity to alignment settings.
Pros
- Excellent dry weather grip and cornering stability
- High value-to-performance ratio compared to premium competitors
- Generally quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Responsive handling for spirited driving
Cons
- Rapid tread wear and short overall lifespan
- Inconsistent wet weather performance and hydroplaning resistance
- Sensitivity to vehicle alignment, leading to premature inner-edge wear
- Occasional reports of flat-spotting after sitting
Observations
- Users with high-performance SUVs and heavy vehicles report improved handling dynamics compared to budget alternatives, though tread life remains a concern.
- Drivers of performance sedans note that the tire's soft compound requires precise alignment to prevent uneven wear, particularly on the inner tread.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental ContiMaxContact MC6 | B · Toyo Proxes T1 Sport SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
Continental
79
/ 100
Toyo
Too close to call: Continental ContiMaxContact MC6 and Toyo Proxes T1 Sport SUV are within 2 points overall. Continental ContiMaxContact MC6 is stronger on dry. Toyo Proxes T1 Sport SUV is stronger on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental ContiMaxContact MC6 scores 90 vs 85 on dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Toyo Proxes T1 Sport SUV scores 80 vs 77 on wet.
Tire A · Continental ContiMaxContact MC6
Tire B · Toyo Proxes T1 Sport SUV
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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.