68
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
74/100
29 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Toyo R888 R vs Yokohama Parada Spec-2 — 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%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
143 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama Parada Spec-2 — better dry, comfort and treadwear. Pick the Toyo R888 R 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)
Parada Spec-2 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | R888 R | Parada Spec-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 69 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 92 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Parada Spec-2 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | R888 R | Parada Spec-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 59 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Parada Spec-2 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | R888 R | Parada Spec-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 71 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Parada Spec-2 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | R888 R | Parada Spec-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 69 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
R888 R leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | R888 R | Parada Spec-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Toyo R888 R | Yokohama Parada Spec-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 68 | 75 |
| Dry | 77 | 92 |
| Wet | 63 | 65 |
| Snow | – | 89 |
| Comfort | 62 | 75 |
| Noise | – | 92 |
| Treadwear | 60 | 71 |
| Handling | 85 | 80 |
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Headline score
68
/ 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.
The Toyo R888 R is a polarizing semi-slick tire that excels in dry track conditions, offering sharp steering response and high levels of mechanical grip. While enthusiasts praise its performance on lightweight vehicles, many users report significant noise, rapid tread wear, and inconsistent performance in wet or cold conditions, leading to a mixed consensus regarding its value for street-driven vehicles.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and cornering stability
- Sharp, communicative steering feedback
- Strong, stiff sidewall construction
- Predictable handling once the tire reaches optimal operating temperature
Cons
- High levels of road noise, particularly at highway speeds
- Rapid tread wear and short lifespan
- Poor performance and potential for aquaplaning in standing water
- Performance degradation after multiple heat cycles
Observations
- Lightweight, track-focused vehicles like the Caterham or Clio 197 report significantly better satisfaction than owners of modern, heavy vehicles exceeding 1400kg.
- High-horsepower applications (700whp+) may experience accelerated wear and reach the tire's thermal limits quickly.
- Users note that the tire requires specific alignment settings to maximize longevity and prevent uneven wear.
The Yokohama Parada Spec 2 is widely regarded as a high-performance summer tire that excels in dry conditions, offering exceptional grip and steering feedback for spirited driving. While it is highly praised for its aesthetic appeal and value, users consistently report significant performance degradation in wet weather, particularly regarding standing water and aquaplaning resistance. It is best suited for enthusiasts who prioritize dry-road handling and are willing to accept a shorter tread life and compromised wet-weather safety.
Pros
- Outstanding dry-road grip and cornering stability
- Excellent value for the price point
- Attractive and aggressive tread pattern
- Responsive steering feedback and precise turn-in
- Good performance for light, sporty vehicles
Cons
- Poor wet-weather traction and high risk of aquaplaning
- Rapid tread wear, especially under spirited driving
- Increased road noise compared to standard touring tires
- Performance drops significantly as tread depth decreases
Observations
- Owners of high-torque FWD vehicles report significant wheel spin in wet conditions, suggesting the tire struggles to put power down in non-dry environments.
- Drivers of lightweight sports cars (e.g., Mazda MX-5) frequently praise the tire's handling characteristics, noting it makes the car feel 'planted' in the dry.
- Users with heavy SUVs or high-horsepower vehicles noted that the soft compound leads to faster-than-average tread depletion.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Toyo R888 R | B · Yokohama Parada Spec-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Trackday and Competition tires | Ultra High Performance Summer tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
68
/ 100
Toyo
75
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama Parada Spec-2 — better dry, comfort and treadwear. Pick the Toyo R888 R if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama Parada Spec-2 scores 92 vs 77 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Yokohama Parada Spec-2 scores 75 vs 62 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama Parada Spec-2 scores 71 vs 60 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Toyo R888 R scores 85 vs 80 on handling.
Tire A · Toyo R888 R
Tire B · Yokohama Parada Spec-2
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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.