Toyo Proxes CF1 Reviews - Page 3

Given 83% while driving a Audi quattro (195/50 R15 W) on a combination of roads for 14,000 spirited miles
Firstly I don't really understand why they are in mid range section ?
I had all possible brand of the tyres on all my cars for last 30 years
and I can honestly say that I wont buy any thing else then toyo proxes any more !
Helpful 77 - tyre reviewed on December 16, 2010
Given 39% while driving a Ford Focus MK3 (195/60 R15 H) on mostly town for 5,000 average miles
I bought these tyres on a recommendation from various websites. I'm disappointed with the wear and life of them. The front two have only done 5000 miles and are down to 1.2mm of tread already. The balance and tracking were completed at the garage I had them fitted so no excuses there. There'd be more rubber on a 5 times used condom than what's left on the tyres. I definately won't buy then again
Helpful 13 - tyre reviewed on September 30, 2010
Given 76% while driving a Volkswagen Mk4 Golf Estate TDi 130 (195/65 R15 V) on a combination of roads for 28,000 average miles
Full set of these fitted after a Uniroyal disaster, what a relief. Quite a hard ride but that suited me fine. I don't go hurling the car into corners (anymore) must be an age thing! I just want to get around safely and with confidence these tyres provide just that. In dry conditions I have never had any trouble, in the wet I have to be a bit more cautious pulling away from junctions otherwise I spin the wheels, braking in any conditions feels OK, never aquaplaned dispite some close calls on the motorway when suddenly presented with a sea of red lights ahead. I did reasonably well in the heavy snow we had but found that I had better grip in 6" deep fresh snow than 1" deep partially melted slush.
Wear seems good at 28k as it's quite a heavy car, best mileage I have had from any tyre.
I would recommend these tyres as good VFM at about ?55 each for a casual or occasionally spirited driver in a family car.
Helpful 17 - tyre reviewed on September 15, 2010
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Given 54% while driving a Honda Accord (195/60 R15 V) on mostly motorways for 26,000 easy going miles
Good points: Fairly quiet with good levels of all-round grip.
Bad points: Softer compound meant that a weird, burning smell could be detected each time after doing about 45 miles on the motorway. Also, tyres were completely worn down after only about 25,000 miles (85% done on motorways). That's not impressive at all!
Helpful 19 - tyre reviewed on May 4, 2010
Given 81% while driving a Alfa Romeo 147 (195/60 R15 H) on a combination of roads for 20,000 spirited miles
Definitely good handling at wet conditions. Comfort not at its best.
Helpful 18 - tyre reviewed on April 9, 2010
Given 73% while driving a Toyota Auris (205/55 R17 V) on a combination of roads for 3,000 average miles
They are mid range tyres and maybe the performance is not the same as some premium brands but If you are average driver you can't go wrong for the price. the grip in wet is very good and better than on dry surface. The tyres are quiet and wear is not bad neither.
Helpful 14 - tyre reviewed on April 8, 2010
Given 80% while driving a Saab Automobile 93 Linear 2.2Tid (205/65 R15 H) on a combination of roads for 10,000 spirited miles
Great tyre for wet conditions and not bad in the dry either. Were excellent for the price compared to other makes and thus I don't mind that they need replacing after around 10000 miles as its safety that counts and not a tyre that lasts 30000 miles but is a hazard to you and everyone else. What people forget is that the most important thing on a car safety wise is the tyres and everyone should know what they are buying, don't just turn up at Kwikfit and ask for advice because you won't get any, they just want to sell you the tyres they will make most profit on.
Helpful 13 - tyre reviewed on January 9, 2010
Given 47% while driving a SEAT LEON 1.6 105 bhp (205/55 R16 V) on mostly motorways for 18,500 easy going miles
They seemed to grip better on wet rather than dry.They really question your self-confidence at high speeds. quite soft; quickly worn out. if you keep them for longer than 2 years you will feel the reduction in performance in comparison to the new ones. taking long to warm up , even in my sunny country - Greece. Generally they magnify the car's disadvantages. If pressured in tight turns you can't help understeering and when they finally get some traction, they make the car act nervously.
Helpful 14 - tyre reviewed on January 2, 2010
Given 83% while driving a Alfa Romeo 156 JTD (205/60 R15 V) on a combination of roads for 6,000 spirited miles
I've had various Toyo's on various cars and have always been impressed. Grip is excellent both wet and dry, and handling is always safe. Wet braking is very good, which is important to me as I drive on twisty B roads, frequently.

Wear is only really average, but then given the levels of wet grip I suspect they are a soft-ish compound. saying that these tyres are reasonably priced, so its not a problem at all.

Another good point is I've never had any problems with balancing or casing distortion/failure. So I'd happily recommend these tyres to anyone.
Helpful 18 - tyre reviewed on December 4, 2009
Given 96% while driving a Honda Accord (205/55 R16 V) on mostly country roads for 2,500 spirited miles
Brilliant tyre!!! Trust me these are unbelievable for the price and are up there with Bridgestone Potenza's!! Im in Ireland with a very wet climate and these are fantastic in the wet - gave me great confidence and as for dry grip, excellent! have bought another set for my van!
Helpful 14 - tyre reviewed on November 11, 2009
Given 81% while driving a Fiat Stilo (205/55 R16 V) on a combination of roads for 2,000 spirited miles
Replaced the Eagle NCT5s with the Proxes CF1 and what a difference! I immediately noticed the quietness and sheer comfort over the previous Eagles. The car is used for commuting, motorway drives down to Devon and up to Lancashire, as well as around the country lanes of Wiltshire. They are proving to be excellent value for money and not showing any signs of wear yet. I feel extremely safe, and in a recent motorway journey, with extremely strong side winds, the car never felt as though it was coming unstuck, if at illegal speeds. I would definitely invest in another set, and only cost ?54 a corner. What a bargain!
Helpful 12 - tyre reviewed on October 10, 2009
Given 77% while driving a Nissan Primera (195/60 R14 H) on a combination of roads for 12,000 average miles
After faithfully putting Toyo Proxes T1s on my cars for years - and driving them hard - I feel that I totally trust the Toyo range and I put CF1s on my Nissan, they are a good improvement over the previous Uniroyals in most conditions, feel smoother and create less noise while giving decent road feedback round our Cornish A & B roads. I'll be buying them again for the Nissan and getting them for my partners '07 Vauxhall Zafira if they have the size.
Helpful 17 - tyre reviewed on August 7, 2009