77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
77/100
81 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Toyo Proxes T1 Sport vs Vredestein Sportrac 5 — 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
76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
85/100
101 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Toyo Proxes T1 Sport and Vredestein Sportrac 5 are within 2 points overall. Toyo Proxes T1 Sport is stronger on noise. Vredestein Sportrac 5 is stronger on treadwear, wet and comfort.
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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)
Proxes T1 Sport leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Proxes T1 Sport | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 72 | 71 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 88 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 91% | 93% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 96% | 98% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Sportrac 5 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Proxes T1 Sport | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 79 | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 85 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 89% | 95% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 96% | 98% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Sportrac 5 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Proxes T1 Sport | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 84 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Proxes T1 Sport leads by 47
Why this score
| Source | Proxes T1 Sport | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 73 | 26 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Sportrac 5 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Proxes T1 Sport | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 86 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Proxes T1 Sport leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Proxes T1 Sport | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 83 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 86 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Toyo Proxes T1 Sport | Vredestein Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 76 |
| Dry | 79 | 78 |
| Wet | 80 | 86 |
| Comfort | 79 | 84 |
| Noise | 73 | 26 |
| Treadwear | 69 | 86 |
| Handling | 84 | 83 |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
76
/ 100
Tire B
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 91% #9/10 · 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test | 93% #9/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | -1.8 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 96% #9/10 · 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test | 98% #14/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | -2 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 94% #2/10 · 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test | 85% #4/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +8.9 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 98% #6/10 · 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test | 95% #2/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +3.4 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 55% #3/10 · 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test | 74% #5/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | -19.2 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 11% #9/10 · 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test | 50% #2/16 · 2019 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 | -38.9 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 94% #3/10 · 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test | 93% #14/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +1.4 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 89% #7/10 · 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test | 95% #10/13 · 2019 Swedish Summer Tyre Test | -5.9 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 96% #8/10 · 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test | 98% #5/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | -1.9 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Toyo Proxes T1 Sport is widely regarded as a high-performance summer tire that offers excellent dry and wet grip at a competitive price point. While many users praise its handling, steering feedback, and comfort levels, the consensus is heavily tempered by concerns regarding its rapid tread wear and inconsistent longevity.
Pros
- Strong dry and wet traction for spirited driving
- High value-to-performance ratio compared to premium competitors
- Improved ride comfort and noise levels compared to run-flat alternatives
- Predictable handling and feedback during cornering
Cons
- Rapid and often premature tread wear
- Sensitivity to road imperfections and tramlining
- Occasional reports of hydroplaning in deep standing water
- Inconsistent performance in cold or extreme wet conditions
Observations
- Owners of heavy SUVs and high-torque vehicles (e.g., Range Rover Sport, BMW wagons) report significantly accelerated outer-edge wear.
- Users transitioning from run-flat tires to the T1 Sport frequently note a substantial improvement in ride quality and cabin noise.
- Performance-oriented drivers on lowered or modified suspensions emphasize the need for precise alignment, as the soft compound is highly susceptible to uneven wear.
The Vredestein Sportrac 5 is widely regarded as a high-value, versatile summer tire that excels in dry and wet grip, comfort, and longevity. While the majority of users praise its balanced performance and responsiveness, a minority of enthusiasts find the sidewalls too soft for spirited driving, leading to vague steering feedback and a lack of precision in performance-oriented applications.
Pros
- Excellent grip in both dry and wet conditions
- High tread life and durability
- Strong value proposition compared to premium brands
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Effective braking performance
Cons
- Soft sidewalls can lead to vague steering feel and lack of precision
- Increased road noise as the tire ages and rubber hardens
- Some reports of poor performance in deep standing water (aquaplaning)
- Not suitable for dedicated track or aggressive sports driving
Observations
- Drivers of small, lightweight vehicles occasionally report issues with understeer and a lack of steering feedback.
- Users with heavier vehicles or those driving in high-temperature climates (e.g., Dubai, India) report impressive longevity and consistent performance over high mileage.
- Some owners of performance-oriented cars note that the tire's soft construction compromises the vehicle's handling characteristics.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Toyo Proxes T1 Sport | B · Vredestein Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| 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?
77
/ 100
Toyo
76
/ 100
Vredestein
Too close to call: Toyo Proxes T1 Sport and Vredestein Sportrac 5 are within 2 points overall. Toyo Proxes T1 Sport is stronger on noise. Vredestein Sportrac 5 is stronger on treadwear, wet and comfort.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Toyo Proxes T1 Sport scores 73 vs 26 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Vredestein Sportrac 5 scores 86 vs 69 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Vredestein Sportrac 5 scores 86 vs 80 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Vredestein Sportrac 5 scores 84 vs 79 on comfort.
Tire A · Toyo Proxes T1 Sport
Tire B · Vredestein Sportrac 5
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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.