71
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
72/100
288 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Toyo T1R vs Yokohama AVS Sport — 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
84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
87/100
6 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama AVS Sport — better treadwear, handling and comfort. 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)
AVS Sport leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | T1R | AVS Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 93 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
AVS Sport leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | T1R | AVS Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
AVS Sport leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | T1R | AVS Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 82 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
AVS Sport leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | T1R | AVS Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 82 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
AVS Sport leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | T1R | AVS Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 90 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Toyo T1R | Yokohama AVS Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 71 | 84 |
| Dry | 83 | 93 |
| Wet | 69 | 80 |
| Comfort | 70 | 82 |
| Treadwear | 63 | 82 |
| Handling | 75 | 90 |
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Headline score
71
/ 100
Tire A
84
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Toyo Proxes T1R is widely regarded as a high-value, performance-oriented summer tire that excels in dry conditions, offering impressive grip and predictable handling for spirited driving. While many users praise its affordability and progressive breakaway characteristics, it is frequently criticized for its soft sidewalls, which can lead to vague steering feedback, and inconsistent performance in wet weather, particularly as the tread wears down.
Pros
- Excellent dry weather grip and traction
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium brands
- Progressive and predictable handling at the limit
- Effective rim protection profile
- Good performance for light-to-medium weight vehicles
Cons
- Soft sidewalls leading to 'spongy' or 'wobbly' handling under load
- Rapid tread wear, especially with spirited driving
- Inconsistent wet weather performance and susceptibility to aquaplaning
- Increased road noise as the tire wears
- Not suitable for heavy vehicles or high-torque FWD applications
Observations
- Users with lightweight sports cars (e.g., Mazda MX-5, MGF) report high satisfaction, noting the soft sidewalls complement the car's low weight.
- Owners of heavy or high-torque FWD hot hatches frequently report poor experiences, citing excessive understeer, sidewall flex, and rapid tread wear.
- Several users noted that running higher tire pressures (40+ PSI) can mitigate the 'spongy' feeling caused by the soft sidewalls.
The Yokohama AVS Sport is highly regarded by enthusiasts for its exceptional dry and wet grip, often cited as a benchmark performance tire of its era. While users frequently lament its discontinuation, the consensus highlights a strong balance of handling precision and surprising longevity, despite some reports of increased road noise.
Pros
- Exceptional dry and wet weather traction
- High level of handling precision and cornering confidence
- Impressive tread life relative to its performance category
- Strong value proposition for the level of performance provided
Cons
- Noticeable road noise, particularly during the first half of the tread life
- Limited availability due to the tire being out of production
- Performance degradation noted when tread depth reaches the final 2mm
Observations
- Drivers of heavy, high-horsepower vehicles reported that the tire maintains structural integrity and grip well under load.
- Lightweight, balanced vehicles (approx. 1250kg) experienced significantly higher-than-expected mileage, exceeding 19,000 miles.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Toyo T1R | B · Yokohama AVS Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
71
/ 100
Toyo
84
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama AVS Sport — better treadwear, handling and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama AVS Sport scores 82 vs 63 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama AVS Sport scores 90 vs 75 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Yokohama AVS Sport scores 82 vs 70 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama AVS Sport scores 80 vs 69 on wet.
Tire A · Toyo T1R
Tire B · Yokohama AVS Sport
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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.