88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
88/100
29 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Nexen Winguard Sport 2 SUV vs Toyo Snowprox S943 — 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
73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
70/100
7 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nexen Winguard Sport 2 SUV — better snow, comfort 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)
Winguard Sport 2 SUV leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | Winguard Sport 2 SUV | Snowprox S943 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 76 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Winguard Sport 2 SUV leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Winguard Sport 2 SUV | Snowprox S943 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 77 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Winguard Sport 2 SUV leads by 29
Why this score
| Source | Winguard Sport 2 SUV | Snowprox S943 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 60 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Winguard Sport 2 SUV leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Winguard Sport 2 SUV | Snowprox S943 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 71 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Winguard Sport 2 SUV leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Winguard Sport 2 SUV | Snowprox S943 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 82 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Winguard Sport 2 SUV leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Winguard Sport 2 SUV | Snowprox S943 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 64 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Nexen Winguard Sport 2 SUV | Toyo Snowprox S943 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 88 | 73 |
| Dry | 92 | 76 |
| Wet | 91 | 77 |
| Snow | 89 | 60 |
| Comfort | 92 | 71 |
| Noise | 85 | – |
| Treadwear | 86 | 82 |
| Handling | 75 | 64 |
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Headline score
88
/ 100
Tire A
73
/ 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 Nexen Winguard Sport 2 SUV is widely regarded as a high-value winter tire that offers a compelling balance of comfort, wet-weather performance, and snow traction. While most users praise its quiet ride and affordability compared to premium competitors, a small subset of users reports inconsistent traction in severe winter conditions.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Superior ride comfort and low road noise
- Strong traction in wet and slushy conditions
- Reliable performance in light to moderate snow
- Good tread longevity for a winter-compound tire
Cons
- Handling can feel 'soft' or less precise during spirited cornering
- Performance may decline as the tire ages over several seasons
- Polarizing traction results in extreme ice or deep snow for some users
- Potential for uneven tread wear reported by some owners
Observations
- BMW owners (550i, 128, X5) frequently report the tire as a comfortable, quieter alternative to premium brands like Blizzaks.
- Performance-oriented vehicles (WRX, Lancer Ralliart) note the tire provides significant improvements over summer tires in cold climates, though some find the sidewall too soft for aggressive driving.
The Toyo Snowprox S943 receives a polarized reception, with users divided on its winter capabilities. While some drivers appreciate its fuel efficiency and handling in cold, dry, or wet conditions, others report significant safety concerns regarding traction in deep snow and on ice.
Pros
- Strong fuel efficiency and low rolling resistance
- Reliable handling in cold, dry, and wet road conditions
- Good tread longevity for some driving styles
- Competitive price-to-performance value
Cons
- Poor traction and grip in snow and icy conditions
- Increased noise levels, particularly when cornering
- Inconsistent performance in wet conditions, specifically regarding hydroplaning
- Noticeable degradation in grip when temperatures rise above 15 degrees Celsius
Observations
- Users suggested the tire may be better suited for smaller vehicles rather than midsize sedans, where snow performance was noted to be lacking.
- Drivers with sport-tuned suspensions reported a lack of road feedback, suggesting the tire may not pair well with performance-oriented chassis setups.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Nexen Winguard Sport 2 SUV | B · Toyo Snowprox S943 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Ultra High Performance tires | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
88
/ 100
Nexen
73
/ 100
Toyo
Winner: Nexen Winguard Sport 2 SUV — better snow, comfort and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Nexen Winguard Sport 2 SUV scores 89 vs 60 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Nexen Winguard Sport 2 SUV scores 92 vs 71 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Nexen Winguard Sport 2 SUV scores 92 vs 76 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Nexen Winguard Sport 2 SUV scores 91 vs 77 on wet.
Tire A · Nexen Winguard Sport 2 SUV
Tire B · Toyo Snowprox S943
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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.