53
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
52/100
11 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Hankook Ventus K104 vs Toyo Proxes 1 — 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
68
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
68/100
6 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Toyo Proxes 1 — better wet, dry and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
Proxes 1 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Ventus K104 | Proxes 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 87 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Proxes 1 leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | Ventus K104 | Proxes 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 42 | 65 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Proxes 1 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Ventus K104 | Proxes 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 61 | 62 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Proxes 1 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Ventus K104 | Proxes 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 55 | 65 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Proxes 1 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Ventus K104 | Proxes 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 44 | 63 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook Ventus K104 | Toyo Proxes 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 53 | 68 |
| Dry | 68 | 87 |
| Wet | 42 | 65 |
| Comfort | 61 | 62 |
| Treadwear | 55 | 65 |
| Handling | 44 | 63 |
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Headline score
53
/ 100
Tire A
68
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Hankook Ventus K104 is generally regarded as a budget-oriented performance tire that offers acceptable dry-weather handling for enthusiasts with specific suspension setups, but it suffers from significant deficiencies in wet-weather traction. While some users appreciate its responsiveness and longevity, the consensus points toward inconsistent performance, high road noise, and a lack of confidence-inspiring grip in damp or rainy conditions.
Pros
- Responsive and crisp handling characteristics in dry conditions
- Competitive price point for budget-conscious buyers
- Good tread life for users who maintain proper suspension geometry
- Aesthetically pleasing tread pattern
Cons
- Poor and unpredictable wet-weather traction
- High levels of road noise
- Inconsistent tread wear performance across different vehicle types
- Lack of progressive grip during cornering
Observations
- Users noted that the tire's performance is highly dependent on precise suspension tuning, with some suggesting it is better suited for performance-oriented setups than standard passenger vehicles.
- Drivers of luxury vehicles, such as Mercedes-Benz, reported that the tire's high noise levels negatively impacted the overall refinement of the vehicle.
- Light commercial vehicle users reported premature tread wear, suggesting the tire is not well-suited for heavier loads or utility applications.
The Toyo Proxes 1 presents a polarizing profile, offering high-performance dry and wet grip that often exceeds standard factory-fitted tires. However, this performance comes at the cost of inconsistent tread longevity and poor rolling resistance, making it a divisive choice for daily drivers concerned with long-term value.
Pros
- Exceptional dry and wet weather grip
- Improved steering feedback and handling characteristics
- Competitive price point
- Noticeable reduction in road noise compared to some OEM alternatives
Cons
- Extremely rapid tread wear, particularly under high-torque conditions
- Poor rolling resistance
- Uneven tread wear patterns, specifically premature shoulder degradation
- Short overall service life
Observations
- Users with high-torque diesel vehicles reported significantly accelerated tread wear, with some experiencing as little as 7,500 miles of service.
- The 205/50/17 size is noted for offering high value-for-money performance despite the longevity drawbacks.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook Ventus K104 | B · Toyo Proxes 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
53
/ 100
Hankook
68
/ 100
Toyo
Winner: Toyo Proxes 1 — better wet, dry and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Toyo Proxes 1 scores 65 vs 42 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Toyo Proxes 1 scores 87 vs 68 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Toyo Proxes 1 scores 63 vs 44 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Toyo Proxes 1 scores 65 vs 55 on treadwear.
Tire A · Hankook Ventus K104
Tire B · Toyo Proxes 1
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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.