Toyo Proxes T1 Sport SUV review
The Toyo Proxes T1 Sport SUV is generally regarded as a high-value performance tire that offers impressive dry grip and handling characteristics at a competitive price point. While many users praise its responsiveness and comfort, the consensus is heavily divided regarding tread longevity, with a significant number of owners reporting rapid wear and sensitivity to alignment settings.
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Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
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Themes extracted from 37 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Toyo Proxes T1 Sport SUV is generally regarded as a high-value performance tire that offers impressive dry grip and handling characteristics at a competitive price point. While many users praise its responsiveness and comfort, the consensus is heavily divided regarding tread longevity, with a significant number of owners reporting rapid wear and sensitivity to alignment settings.
Pros
- Excellent dry weather grip and cornering stability
- High value-to-performance ratio compared to premium competitors
- Generally quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Responsive handling for spirited driving
Cons
- Rapid tread wear and short overall lifespan
- Inconsistent wet weather performance and hydroplaning resistance
- Sensitivity to vehicle alignment, leading to premature inner-edge wear
- Occasional reports of flat-spotting after sitting
Worth knowing
- Users with high-performance SUVs and heavy vehicles report improved handling dynamics compared to budget alternatives, though tread life remains a concern.
- Drivers of performance sedans note that the tire's soft compound requires precise alignment to prevent uneven wear, particularly on the inner tread.
1 published test appearance
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2018 All Road 265/60 R18 4x4 tire Test · 265/60 R18
6th of 8
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 7th of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 8 | |
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 1st of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 8 | |
| Noise | 7th of 8 | |
| Price | 2nd of 8 | |
| Gravel Handling | 5th of 8 | |
| Gravel Traction | 7th of 8 | |
| Grass Traction | 7th of 8 | |
| Mud Traction | 3rd of 8 |