84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
85/100
5 professional tests
User signal (40%)
88/100
16 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Goodyear EfficientGrip 2 SUV vs Toyo Proxes ST — 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
89
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
76 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Toyo Proxes ST — better noise, dry and wet. Pick the Goodyear EfficientGrip 2 SUV if handling matters most to you.
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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)
Proxes ST leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | EfficientGrip 2 SUV | Proxes ST |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 88 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Proxes ST leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | EfficientGrip 2 SUV | Proxes ST |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 84 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | EfficientGrip 2 SUV | Proxes ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 70 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | EfficientGrip 2 SUV | Proxes ST |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 96 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 85 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Proxes ST leads by 35
Why this score
| Source | EfficientGrip 2 SUV | Proxes ST |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 53 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Proxes ST leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | EfficientGrip 2 SUV | Proxes ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 83 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
EfficientGrip 2 SUV leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | EfficientGrip 2 SUV | Proxes ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 71 |
| DriverReviews owners | 82 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear EfficientGrip 2 SUV | Toyo Proxes ST |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 84 | 89 |
| Dry | 90 | 96 |
| Wet | 87 | 91 |
| Snow | – | 84 |
| Comfort | 93 | 93 |
| Noise | 53 | 88 |
| Treadwear | 90 | 92 |
| Handling | 83 | 71 |
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Headline score
84
/ 100
Tire A
89
/ 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 Goodyear EfficientGrip 2 SUV is widely regarded as a premium touring tire that excels in comfort, noise reduction, and longevity. While it is not designed for sporty handling, it provides a safe, reliable, and fuel-efficient experience for everyday SUV and crossover drivers.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and road noise suppression
- Impressive tread longevity and durability
- Strong wet and dry road traction for touring purposes
- Positive impact on fuel economy and MPG
Cons
- Soft sidewalls can lead to a lack of steering feedback and 'mushy' handling
- Lack of rim protection
- Poor performance in cold, near-freezing temperatures
- Susceptibility to sidewall damage due to thin construction
Observations
- Users on 19-inch wheels report a good balance of comfort and stability for highway commuting.
- Drivers of older SUVs (e.g., E83 X3) noted a significant upgrade in ride quality compared to previous tires, though some expressed concerns regarding sidewall robustness.
The Toyo Proxes ST series is widely regarded as a high-value, performance-oriented tire that excels in dry and wet road conditions while offering a quiet, comfortable ride. While most users praise its longevity and aggressive aesthetic, a minority of owners report inconsistent experiences regarding road noise and wet-weather hydroplaning resistance.
Pros
- Excellent dry and wet road handling
- High value-to-price ratio
- Low road noise and high ride comfort
- Impressive tread life and durability
- Aggressive, attractive tread design
Cons
- Inconsistent performance in deep or heavy snow
- Occasional reports of increased road noise at high speeds
- Some users noted hydroplaning tendencies in standing water
- Variable tread life experiences depending on vehicle weight and driving style
Observations
- Owners of heavy SUVs like the BMW X5 and Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT frequently report significant improvements in ride quality and noise reduction when replacing factory run-flat tires with the Proxes ST.
- Users with high-torque trucks and performance SUVs noted that the tire provides superior grip during hard launches and cornering compared to all-terrain alternatives.
- Drivers using low-profile sizes (e.g., 24-inch wheels) noted a firmer, sometimes rougher ride, which is attributed to the tire's sport-oriented construction.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear EfficientGrip 2 SUV | B · Toyo Proxes ST |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | All Season Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | SUV and 4x4 |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
84
/ 100
Goodyear
89
/ 100
Toyo
Winner: Toyo Proxes ST — better noise, dry and wet. Pick the Goodyear EfficientGrip 2 SUV if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Toyo Proxes ST scores 88 vs 53 on noise.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear EfficientGrip 2 SUV scores 83 vs 71 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Toyo Proxes ST scores 96 vs 90 on dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Toyo Proxes ST scores 91 vs 87 on wet.
Tire A · Goodyear EfficientGrip 2 SUV
Tire B · Toyo Proxes ST
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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.