Toyo Proxes CF2 Reviews - Page 3

Given 91% while driving a Ford Fiesta mk7 (195/50 R16 V) on mostly town for 9,320 average miles
I live in western Greece and for first time I fitted Toyo tyres on a car of mine as I had just two more options for a good tyre for the specific size, the Michelin Primacy 3 and the Continental Premium Contact 2. Bought the car brand new with the Continental on (you can read my corresponding review) and changed after 2,5 years to Toyo Proxes CF2 at 19.374 miles (31.180km). I am very pleased with their Dry grip both on sharp turns and long turns, even at high speeds. On Wet roads I am always 100 times more suspicious so I never test the full potentials of any tyre but also never had any problem at all especially on braking. As for the Road Feedback, I could mention that I still haven't get used to a "soapy" or "loose" feeling when turning fast and sharp, but without loosing grip at all. Just it doesn't let me trust to push more. But safety first, so drive normal. As for the Handling I never had any issues either on normal or hot tyre temperatures. After 1,5 year and 9.320 miles (15.000km) they last extremely good. In front the Wear is at 80% and at the back at 90%. Never seen something like this before especially for a car that combines a lot of countryside and city roads too. They are also quiet, never head noise from tyres. I used to wear Michelin Pilot Sport 2 & 3 which is my top tyre but a bit noisy at high speeds. Now with Toyo I noticed the same features with Michelin, the same good experience and also they are more value for money. I am very interested of using these tyres from now on on my cars. I fully recommend them for sure!
Helpful 45 - tyre reviewed on January 20, 2021
Given 100% while driving a Vauxhall Corsa D (195/55 R16 H) on mostly country roads for 1,000 average miles
I had Yokohama tyres before toyo proxes cf2 and these are every bit as good, The handling wet or dry I’ve personally found to be excellent,
Helpful 27 - tyre reviewed on December 12, 2020
Given 88% while driving a Skoda (195/55 R15 R) on mostly country roads for 1,200 average miles
I've only driven 1200 miles since fitting the Proxes to all four wheels and so far I'm really happy with their performance. Prior to fitting the car was running on three different makes (!) due to having had a rear puncture at one point. The main difference I found from the outset was their relative softness compared to the old set which makes for a comfortable ride. And they're quieter. The car, in all weather conditions experienced so far, goes where it's pointed without fuss and copes with bends and corners very well. I normally will avoid driving in snow if possible but we'll see what they can do when it arises. Experience a rather choppy ride on undulating surfaces such as cobbles or rutted roads but that was pretty much the case with the last tyres even from new and seems to be a characteristic of the suspension. Bought from a local tyre specialist despite a special offer elsewhere.
Helpful 20 - tyre reviewed on November 6, 2020
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Given 73% while driving a Peugeot 106 gti (185/55 R14 H) on a combination of roads for 10,000 spirited miles
Ideal for average driving of a family car but surely not the one that will keep grip and handling on such a level to enjoy driving a small sport gti, feeling safe and ready to full power at any time. Good on wet. To cut a long story sort, it was a totally wrong proposal for my 106 gti, since production of the perfect for my needs,Yokohama Sdrive, has stopped.
Helpful 30 - tyre reviewed on October 28, 2020
Given 60% while driving a Mazda 2 2008 86hp (185/55 R15) on mostly town for 28,000 easy going miles
I live in Athens Greece and i drive mostly in the city's roads that have horrible traction. Furtermore the greek summer sun makes the tyres stiff quite quickly. Having said that, these tyres that i have had for almost 4 years have proven inadequate in what has to do with dry and wet grip. My drivind style is very easy going so i havent had any problem when taking turns.However in several occasions when the road was slippery and i tried to start moving in a green light, the front wheels were spinning a lot especially when the road was wet. Their advantages are that they don't tear easily, they don't wear easily and that their (average as i said) grip didn't get signifficantly worse through time. Sorry for my English.
Helpful 40 - tyre reviewed on October 9, 2020
Given 90% while driving a Toyota Prius (185/60 R15 H) on mostly motorways for 500 average miles
I just a changed 4 Toyo tires on my Prius C car. The tires are fantastic. Good Grip on Dry and wet surface. I previously had toyo tires on my car and even when they were worn out they had excellent grip. Would definitely buy Toyo tires for my next replacement. Instead of buying pricey tires you get the same grip and comfort with toyo tires.
Helpful 22 - tyre reviewed on September 21, 2020
Renault (175/60 R14) on a combination of roads for 12,000 spirited miles
I bought a 1998 Renault twingo back in 2008 and it has toyo proxes cf1. Now i have cf2 which are softer and they wear faster but they are gripier. Offcourse i cant push to the limit with this car but i can turn near my home in the hairpin with 40 plus kmh having good control and conrolable sliding front and rear where with cf1 couldn't go over 30 kmh. I definitely shall buy again. The engine is not too strong so i don't have to slow down much for the road turns thus i have significant wear the outer tyre thread, i changed tyres front rear and ok. I got em 20 months and 18000 km and now have half depth but still good and soft. A week ago a truck on a blind turn on a traffic light with slippery road lost control in hard brakes, i saw it in rear mirror i put the foot in the gas near rev limiter and popped the clutch it was a very fast take off, overtook 3 cars and truck has extra room to brake again with safety.
Helpful 17 - tyre reviewed on September 10, 2020
Given 100% while driving a Fiat Grande Punto 1.4 8v (195/55 R16 V) on mostly country roads for 3,000 average miles
Very good tyres. Very controlable at the limit, exellent dry/wet grip. Never had any problems with controling in wet. They perform very good in all conditions. Overall a very good allround tyre that I would defenitly buy again but I sold the car (hence why I don't know the exact milage). Very little wear, dispite my spirited driving on mountain roads. The noise was very low and fuel economy was the best for what the tyre was, excellent comfort. After 20 minutes of hard spirited driving on mountain roads in the middle of the summer (30°C), I could feel the heat of the tyres rising high - steering feel became less accurate and handling dropped. But these are not UHP tyres so they do get hot a bit faster, but still do the job of putting a massive grin on my face when driving hard.
Helpful 17 - tyre reviewed on July 14, 2020
Given 79% while driving a Toyota Celica VVTi 140 (205/50 R16 V) on a combination of roads for 20,000 average miles
The cheaper quality tyre found with these dimensions (205 50 16). I am generally satisfied with the consistency of the tires over the lifetime. They understear towards the end but this is not so much due to the rubber as to the wear on the outside of the tread. (when I say that I ride "cool", I have already taken (occasional) oversteared turns at 140km / h ...). Good traction efficiency... I am rather satisfied with the value for money.
Helpful 22 - tyre reviewed on June 5, 2020
Given 77% while driving a Honda Insight Hybrid Gen 2 (185/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 100 average miles
Just fitted those on my Honda. Very good dry grip, but not that great on wet. To be honest I am a bit dissapointed for the wet grip. I had fitted before Nexen Nfera SU1 and they were better in wet conditions that this Toyo Model.
Helpful 30 - tyre reviewed on May 31, 2020
Given 96% while driving a Nissan serena (225/50 R17 W) on a combination of roads for 5,000 average miles
Have installed the tires since Oct 2019. One word - Wonderful! I have used TOYOs since C1S (which I used 3 sets). Feels like a pillow when I use it. with a profile of 225/55/17 With the new CF2, it felt nostalgic and similar to the C1S and better.. Rained today (like a real thunderstorm and very wet roads!).. Puddles of water on the road testing the tires to the max in the wet and it excelled! Not moving an inch and cutting thru it effectively.. Will definitely stick to this for another 2 tire changes!
Helpful 22 - tyre reviewed on May 30, 2020
Given 79% while driving a Mazda MX5 MK3 2011 (205/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 25,000 spirited miles
Have them for 42 months(3.5 years) and even though it is not a tyre designed for sports cars but a more executive style tyre I can say they are a good all rounder. Only problem is that even though wear wise they are excellent they cracked after the first 30 months(2.5 years). Maybe that has to do with the weather hete as I live in Cyprus where there is a lot of heat and high temperature for most of the year.
Helpful 26 - tyre reviewed on May 13, 2020