Bridgestone Potenza Sport vs Toyo Proxes Comfort
- TR Score
- 9.3/10
- Owners say
- 80% · 139
- TR Score
- 8.4/10
- Owners say
- 81% · 19
In the 3 independent tests that ran both tires, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport finished ahead 3 times and the Proxes Comfort not once. The Potenza Sport stopped 8.6% shorter in the wet; the Proxes Comfort was 2 dB quieter.
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Which should you buy?
Choose Bridgestone Potenza Sport for maximum safety and performance in mixed weather, fast road driving, and confidence under hard braking. Choose Toyo Proxes Comfort for quieter commuting, budget-conscious touring, and efficiency-focused daily driving where ultimate grip is less critical.
Where the Potenza Sport is stronger
- Class-leading dry and wet braking (≈4-9% shorter vs Toyo across tests)
- Sharper dry/wet handling with higher cornering speeds and steering precision
- Surprisingly strong wear/longevity in Auto Bild (+20% mileage)
Where the Proxes Comfort is stronger
- Quieter operation (≈2-3 dB lower noise in two tests)
- Better value metrics in Auto Bild (€7.98 per 1,000 km; lower set price)
- Good rolling resistance in key sizes, aiding fuel economy
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
Potenza Sport vs Proxes Comfort at a glance
| Category | Potenza Sport | Gap | Proxes Comfort |
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| Shared tests won3 shared tests | 3 | 0 | |
| Dry5 measurements | 5 | The Potenza Sport stopped 3.2% shorter in the dry (3 tests) | 0 |
| Wet10 measurements | 8 | The Potenza Sport stopped 8.6% shorter in the wet (3 tests) | 2 |
| Comfort3 measurements | 0 | The Proxes Comfort was 2 dB quieter (2 tests) | 2 |
| Value3 measurements | 2 | 1 | |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.3/10 | The Potenza Sport by 0.9 | 8.4/10 |
| Owner rating139 and 19 reviews | 80% | Too close to call | 81% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 67% | The Proxes Comfort by 12 points | 79% |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 129 | 19 sizes made in both | 63 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tires; a tick marks the tire ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 3 tests, 2024 to 2025
Each row is one published test in which both tires ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | Potenza Sport | Field | Proxes Comfort |
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| 2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test | P3 of 20 | P8 of 20 | |
| 2025 Summer Tire Test Shootout | P1 of 52 | P11 of 52 | |
| 2024 Motorhome Summer Tire Test | P1 of 10 | P8 of 10 |
Performance profile
8 measurements from the 3 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Potenza Sport
Proxes Comfort
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 118 ft stop against 112 ft is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 96%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 3 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Potenza Sport
Proxes Comfort
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
Potenza Sport
Proxes Comfort
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the Potenza Sport 80% from 139 reviews and the Proxes Comfort 81% from 19. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tires posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
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| 112 | 3.2% | 116 | 3-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 62 | 1.7% | 61 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 121 | 8.6% | 133 | 3-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 44.3 | 2% | 43.4 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 14.55 | 2.9% | 14.98 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 53.4 | 0.5% | 53.7 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||
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| 25.2 | 2.5% | 26.3 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||
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| 73.95 | 2 dB | 72 | 0-2 | |||||||||||||
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| 28,509 | 20.4% | 23,680 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||
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| 8.47 | 3% | 8.72 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tires shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Potenza Sport scores 9.3 and the Proxes Comfort 8.4 out of 10.
| Potenza Sport | Category | Proxes Comfort | ||
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| 96 | Dry | 80 | ||
| 97 | Wet | 64 | ||
| 12 | Comfort | 54 | ||
| 9 | Value | 54 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| Potenza Sport | Category | Proxes Comfort | ||
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| 9 | Dry Grip | 8.4 | ||
| 8.6 | Wet Grip | 8.3 | ||
| 8.8 | Road Feedback | 8 | ||
| 8.9 | Handling | 7.5 | ||
| 6.1 | Wear | 8.4 | ||
| 7 | Comfort | 8.3 | ||
Owners rate the Potenza Sport 80% from 139 reviews and the Proxes Comfort 81% from 19. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
- 80%from 139 reviews
- 67%would buy again
- 947,770 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners generally rate the Bridgestone Potenza Sport as a very sporty road tire, with strong dry and wet grip and sharp, precise steering feel. The main drawback is longevity: around one in three owners complain about fast wear, sometimes markedly so. Road noise is another common issue (raised by around one in four), while a smaller but notable group report a big drop in grip and confidence in cold weather.
- Very strong dry grip with a predictable, confidence-inspiring feel
- Impressive wet grip for a performance-focused summer tire
- Sharp, precise steering response and good road feedback
- Strong dry handling and cornering ability
- Short tread life / rapid wear for many owners
- Loud road noise, often getting intrusive
- Noticeable performance drop in cold conditions
Summarised by AI from 129 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 139 Potenza Sport reviewsOn road it's like having a semislick which is capable of handling water showers like an UHP tire. On track you can feel it's not a semislick, but you can enjoy a stable performance allowing you 100% of fun with 80% lap time or something like that.
On the road wear on external shoulder is high, on track it's really impressive lap after lap.
Toyo Proxes Comfort
- 81%from 19 reviews
- 79%would buy again
- 229,500 milesdriven by reviewers
Drivers report the Toyo Proxes Comfort delivers strong wet and dry grip with stable, predictable handling, often comparing it favorably to premium brands for the money. Many also highlight a quiet, comfortable ride and good wear rates/tread life for its price class. A smaller minority note it's more suited to calm daily driving, with reduced feedback and earlier understeer when pushed hard.
- Strong wet grip and confidence in rain
- Good dry grip and stable handling
- Quiet ride and good comfort (especially on motorways)
- Excellent value for money versus premium alternatives
- Limited feedback/less suitable for sporty driving (can understeer or feel less confident when pushed)
Summarised by AI from 17 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 19 Proxes Comfort reviewsThis is my first set of Toyo Proxes, they have really impressed me so far i'm around 5000+ miles with them on the rear of my BMW 3 series. I have cheap Chinese Mazzini tires on the front that came with then car (Don't buy them!) they are awful, but highlight the difference between cheap budget tires and good mid range. The front end feels honestly bad while the Toyos on the rear feel super planted, it's a genuine noticeable difference. The Toyos are so good in wet and dry they always feel stable and have loads of grip. I ran them trough winter with no issues never lost traction. I drive lots of twisty B roads they are actually pretty fun to drive on given the comfort bias which is also really good. They soak up bumps and potholes really well and are very quiet. Im really blown away by how good they are i've always fitted premium brands (Michelin, Bridgestone, Goodyear) but the Toyos are actually my favorite so far. I Guess tread life might be the only differentiator but so far after 5000 miles they look as good as the day they were put on.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 129 sizes of the Potenza Sport and 63 of the Proxes Comfort, 19 of them made in both.
| Category | Potenza Sport | Proxes Comfort |
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| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Sizes made | 129 sizes, 16 to 24 inch | 63 sizes, 14 to 20 inch |
| Made in both | 19 sizes 205/55 R16205/45 R17215/40 R17225/45 R17225/50 R17225/55 R17215/45 R18225/40 R18225/45 R18225/50 R18235/45 R18235/50 R18and 7 more | |
| EU label wet grip | A75%B21%C3%D0% | A100% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C44%D38%A9%B8%E1% | C74%D26% |
| EU label noise | 68-75 dB B81%A19% | 70-71 dB B100% |
| On the market since | 2021 | - |
| Replaced | Bridgestone Potenza S001 | Toyo Proxes CF2 |
| Replaced by | Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo | - |
Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This head-to-head pits two very different summer tires against each other: Bridgestone's Potenza Sport, a max-performance option aimed at dynamic drivers, versus Toyo's Proxes Comfort, a premium-touring tire prioritising refinement and efficiency. Tested across three shared comparisons in 225/40 R18 and 225/55 R17, the data spans dry and wet safety metrics, aquaplaning, comfort, efficiency, wear, and value.
Across all tests, the Potenza Sport consistently delivers shorter braking distances and higher handling speeds, particularly in the wet, while the Proxes Comfort leans into lower noise, better price/value, and competitive aquaplaning/rolling resistance. The result is a clear performance leader versus a comfort/value specialist.
Conclusion
Bridgestone Potenza Sport dominates core safety and control: 3/3 overall wins, clean sweeps in dry and wet braking, and faster dry/wet handling. Its wet advantage is meaningful (circa 7-9% shorter wet stops across tests), it matches or beats Toyo in most aquaplaning drills, and unusually for a UUHP tire it posted excellent wear in Auto Bild (+20% mileage). The trade-offs are slightly higher cabin noise and efficiency/cost that can't always match a comfort-focused touring tire.
Toyo Proxes Comfort offers strong everyday value: quieter pass-by noise, softer ride impression, lower rolling resistance in two of three tests, and better € per 1,000 km in Auto Bild. However, its extended wet braking and milder lateral grip mean less margin in emergency maneuvers and spirited driving. If grip and stopping distance are your priority, choose the Potenza Sport; if refinement and value are paramount for calm, urban or motorway use, the Proxes Comfort fits the brief.
Potenza Sport vs Proxes Comfort: your questions
Is the Bridgestone Potenza Sport or the Toyo Proxes Comfort the better tire?
In the 3 independent tests that ran both tires, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport finished ahead 3 times and the Proxes Comfort not once. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Potenza Sport scores 9.3 and the Proxes Comfort 8.4 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Potenza Sport or the Proxes Comfort?
The Potenza Sport led 8 of the 10 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 8.6% shorter in the wet across 3 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Potenza Sport led 5 of the 5 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 3.2% shorter in the dry across 3 tests.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
The Proxes Comfort was 2 dB quieter (2 tests). Owners rate comfort 7/10 for the Potenza Sport and 8.3/10 for the Proxes Comfort.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Potenza Sport 80% from 139 reviews and the Proxes Comfort 81% from 19. 67% of Potenza Sport owners would buy it again, against 79% for the Proxes Comfort.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Potenza Sport is made in 129 sizes (16 to 24 inch) and the Proxes Comfort in 63 (14 to 20 inch). 19 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Potenza Sport is graded A for wet grip and C for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Proxes Comfort A and C.
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Where this data comes from
Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tires ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
About the TR Score
The Tire Reviews Score rates each tire out of 10 from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold, so two tires can be compared even before a test has run them together.
Who does the testing
Every test published as a Tire Reviews test is run by Jonathan Benson, who has been testing tires independently since 2007.
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