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Toyo Snowprox S943 review

The Toyo Snowprox S943 receives a polarized reception, with users divided on its winter capabilities. While some drivers appreciate its fuel efficiency and handling in cold, dry, or wet conditions, others report significant safety concerns regarding traction in deep snow and on ice.

Relative score
73/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
70/100
7 reviews
Road tests
13/100
2 published tests

Owners rate it 57.5 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.

Toyo Snowprox S943
Scores

Two scoring systems, side by side

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.

By owner reviews

70%
Would buy again 67%
Dry
Overall dry
76%
Corner stability
60%
Dry traction
78%
Steering response
80%
Wet
Overall wet
77%
Wet traction
78%
Snow & ice
Overall snow & ice
60%
Ice
80%
Comfort
Overall comfort
71%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
82%
Handling
Overall handling
64%

By road tests

12.5%
Dry Braking
56.3%
Dry Handling
56.3%
Subj. Dry Handling
56.3%
Wet Braking
62.5%
Wet Handling
62.5%
Straight Aquaplaning
62.5%
Curved Aquaplaning
62.5%
Side G-Force on Wet surface
62.5%
Snow Braking
25%
Snow Handling
25%
Snow Traction
25%
Ice Braking
81.3%
Ice Handling
81.3%
Inside Noise level
100%
Rolling Resistance
68.8%
Wear
93.8%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 7 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Toyo Snowprox S943 receives a polarized reception, with users divided on its winter capabilities. While some drivers appreciate its fuel efficiency and handling in cold, dry, or wet conditions, others report significant safety concerns regarding traction in deep snow and on ice.

Pros

  • Strong fuel efficiency and low rolling resistance
  • Reliable handling in cold, dry, and wet road conditions
  • Good tread longevity for some driving styles
  • Competitive price-to-performance value

Cons

  • Poor traction and grip in snow and icy conditions
  • Increased noise levels, particularly when cornering
  • Inconsistent performance in wet conditions, specifically regarding hydroplaning
  • Noticeable degradation in grip when temperatures rise above 15 degrees Celsius

Worth knowing

  • Users suggested the tire may be better suited for smaller vehicles rather than midsize sedans, where snow performance was noted to be lacking.
  • Drivers with sport-tuned suspensions reported a lack of road feedback, suggesting the tire may not pair well with performance-oriented chassis setups.
Test results

2 published test appearances

Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.

2019 ADAC 185/65 R15 Winter tire Test · 185/65 R15

15th of 16
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2018 51 Winter tire Shootout · 195/65 R15

26th of 51
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