93
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
94/100
558 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Cooper CS5 Grand Touring vs Toyo Celsius — 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.
VS
75
/ 100
Objective (60%)
69/100
5 professional tests
User signal (40%)
78/100
17 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Cooper CS5 Grand Touring — better handling, noise and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
CS5 Grand Touring leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | CS5 Grand Touring | Celsius |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 70 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 83 |
| America's Tire owners | 97 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
CS5 Grand Touring leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | CS5 Grand Touring | Celsius |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 69 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 76 |
| America's Tire owners | 93 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | CS5 Grand Touring | Celsius |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 48 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 85 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
CS5 Grand Touring leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | CS5 Grand Touring | Celsius |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 55 | 82 |
| America's Tire owners | 94 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
CS5 Grand Touring leads by 25
Why this score
| Source | CS5 Grand Touring | Celsius |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 67 |
| America's Tire owners | 92 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
CS5 Grand Touring leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | CS5 Grand Touring | Celsius |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 81 |
| America's Tire owners | 88 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
CS5 Grand Touring leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | CS5 Grand Touring | Celsius |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 55 | 67 |
| America's Tire owners | 94 | – |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 86 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Cooper CS5 Grand Touring | Toyo Celsius |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 93 | 75 |
| Dry | 97 | 75 |
| Wet | 93 | 72 |
| Snow | – | 63 |
| Comfort | 94 | 82 |
| Noise | 92 | 67 |
| Treadwear | 88 | 81 |
| Handling | 94 | 67 |
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Headline score
93
/ 100
Tire A
75
/ 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.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
The Toyo Celsius is widely regarded as a versatile and reliable all-weather tire that excels in providing year-round confidence, particularly in light-to-moderate snow and varied climate conditions. While most users praise its comfort, longevity, and value, a minority of drivers report inconsistent performance in wet conditions and concerns regarding steering responsiveness.
Pros
- Strong performance in snow and icy conditions for an all-season tire
- High level of ride comfort and low road noise
- Excellent tread life and durability over long-term use
- High value-to-price ratio compared to premium competitors
Cons
- Reports of hydroplaning and reduced traction on wet pavement
- Soft sidewall construction can lead to a less stable or 'bouncy' handling feel
- Occasional complaints regarding slow steering response and long braking distances
- Inconsistent performance compared to dedicated winter or top-tier all-weather tires
Observations
- Users replacing run-flat tires on smaller vehicles like the Mini reported significant improvements in ride comfort and handling.
- Drivers of hatchbacks and smaller cars frequently noted the tire's ability to navigate heavy snow better than expected for 2WD vehicles.
- Some CUV/SUV owners noted a 'bouncy' sidewall sensation, suggesting the tire may feel less planted on heavier, taller vehicles.
Community buzz
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Positive
Cooper CS5 Grand Touring
Community members frequently inquire about the compatibility and longevity of the Cooper CS5 Grand Touring tires across various vehicles like the Toyota Highlander, Corolla, Subaru, and Honda Odyssey. Users who own them report high satisfaction, highlighting quiet rides, smooth handling, and favorable comparisons to competitors like Michelin Defenders.
Top themes
#Treadwear and Longevity#Ride Comfort and Quietness#Wet and Winter Traction#Price and Value#Vehicle Compatibility
Based on 5 community posts
Tire B
Toyo Celsius
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Cooper CS5 Grand Touring | B · Toyo Celsius |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Touring tires | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | 11 - 12/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 780 A A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 80,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | — |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
93
/ 100
Cooper
75
/ 100
Toyo
Winner: Cooper CS5 Grand Touring — better handling, noise and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Cooper CS5 Grand Touring scores 94 vs 67 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Cooper CS5 Grand Touring scores 92 vs 67 on noise.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Cooper CS5 Grand Touring scores 97 vs 75 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Cooper CS5 Grand Touring scores 93 vs 72 on wet.
Tire A · Cooper CS5 Grand Touring
Tire B · Toyo Celsius
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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.