Comparison: Toyo Proxes Comfort vs. Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV

The comparison between the two SUV tyres, Toyo Proxes Comfort and Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV, would show their strengths and weaknesses and help customers choose the most suitable tyre for their needs.

Starting with the Toyo Proxes Comfort, a touring model produced in Japan, proffers good dry braking, and overall comfort. The tyre scored 74% in our ratings. In Autobild 2024 comparison, it was lauded for its safe handling on both wet and dry roads, short dry braking distances, and low rolling resistance, along with its affordable price. However, it was criticized for its mediocre performance on aquaplaning and unbounded track. The Toyo Proxes Comfort ultimately came in 9th position at the Autobild test where 10 different tyres were analysed.

On the other hand, Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV, the successor of GoodYear Efficientgrip SUV model, made in Slovenia, garnered an impressive 98% in our ratings. In the Autobild test, it bagged the first position and was praised for its exterior noise control, comfort, handling on gravel, driving on grass and sand. The autobild 2023 comparison highlighted its premium profile with safe driving properties, good aquaplaning reserves, short wet braking distances, good off-road capabilities, and comfort. The only downside was slightly higher price, reflecting its premium status.

More insights were gathered from the autobild 2022 comparison where Toyo Proxes Comfort was commended for excellent wet grip and high aquaplaning safety, precise handling on wet and dry roads, short dry braking distances, good rolling comfort and a fair price. The tyre was criticised, however, for mediocre traction on wet grass. The Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV was hailed as a convincing premium tyre with very good driving properties on all grounds, harmonious wet and dry handling, short wet and dry braking distances, high rolling comfort and low rolling resistance.

In conclusion, both tyres have distinct strengths. While Toyo Proxes Comfort is praised for its safety and affordability, Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV impresses with its overall performance and comfort, despite its higher price point. Thus, the decision depends on the buyer's specific requirements and budget.

Find out more about Toyo Proxes Comfort and Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV on their product pages. For more information about the manufacturers, visit Toyo and Goodyear.