78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
10 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Falken FK451 vs Toyo A23 — 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
65
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
61/100
10 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Falken FK451 — better wet, treadwear and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
FK451 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | FK451 | A23 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 78 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
FK451 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | FK451 | A23 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 73 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 59 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | FK451 | A23 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 51 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 60 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
FK451 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | FK451 | A23 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 69 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 66 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
FK451 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | FK451 | A23 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 51 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 64 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
FK451 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | FK451 | A23 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 63 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Falken FK451 | Toyo A23 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 65 |
| Dry | 79 | 78 |
| Wet | 77 | 59 |
| Snow | – | 60 |
| Comfort | 79 | 66 |
| Treadwear | 81 | 64 |
| Handling | 71 | 63 |
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Headline score
78
/ 100
Tire A
65
/ 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 Falken FK451 is widely regarded by users as a high-value performance tire that punches well above its budget-friendly price point. Owners consistently praise its balanced dry and wet grip, impressive tread longevity, and refined road manners, often comparing it favorably to premium brands like Michelin and Pirelli.
Pros
- Exceptional price-to-performance ratio
- Strong wet and dry traction
- Excellent tread life and durability
- Low noise levels and smooth ride quality
Cons
- Potential for rubber cracking between treads over long-term storage or extended age
- Some users report a slightly less 'alive' or communicative steering feel compared to premium performance tires
- Availability concerns as it is an older model often superseded by newer iterations
Observations
- High-horsepower vehicles (300bhp+) and heavy luxury sedans (W140 S-Class) report stable, reliable handling.
- The shoulder profile is noted as being particularly friendly for owners of lowered vehicles, preventing rubbing issues.
The Toyo A23 is a polarizing OEM tire that receives highly inconsistent feedback, often depending on the user's driving environment and expectations. While some owners report satisfactory longevity and reliable performance for daily commuting, a significant portion of users criticize its poor wet-weather traction and premature tread wear.
Pros
- Solid dry road grip and stability
- Acceptable comfort and noise levels for highway driving
- Capable off-road performance in muddy or rural conditions
- Competitive value for fleet or standard daily use
Cons
- Dangerous or unpredictable traction in wet conditions
- Inconsistent tread life with reports of premature wear
- High levels of road noise reported by some users
- Poor value proposition compared to premium aftermarket alternatives
Observations
- Users of larger 4x4 vehicles like the Shogun Sport report highly polarized experiences, ranging from excellent off-road capability to extreme instability in the wet.
- CUV owners, specifically those with the Mazda CX5, appear more satisfied with the tire's longevity, with some reporting up to 44,000 miles of service.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Falken FK451 | B · Toyo A23 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | All Season Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
78
/ 100
Falken
65
/ 100
Toyo
Winner: Falken FK451 — better wet, treadwear and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Falken FK451 scores 77 vs 59 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Falken FK451 scores 81 vs 64 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Falken FK451 scores 79 vs 66 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Falken FK451 scores 71 vs 63 on handling.
Tire A · Falken FK451
Tire B · Toyo A23
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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.