Hankook Ventus Prime 4 vs Toyo Proxes Comfort
- TR Score
- 8.8/10
- Owners say
- 82% · 97
- TR Score
- 8.4/10
- Owners say
- 81% · 19
In the 8 independent tests that ran both tires, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 finished ahead 7 times and the Proxes Comfort not once, with one level. The Ventus Prime 4 lasted 12.1% longer in the wear tests; the Proxes Comfort held 4% more grip in curved aquaplaning.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose Hankook Ventus Prime 4 for the best safety margin in the wet, balanced handling, efficiency, and longevity. Pick Toyo Proxes Comfort if you prioritize a quieter, softer ride, good aquaplaning resistance, and lower upfront cost for predominantly dry/urban driving.
Where the Ventus Prime 4 is stronger
- Consistently shorter wet and dry braking (e.g., up to ~12% shorter wet in ADAC 2023)
- Balanced, secure handling on wet and dry with sporty steering feel
- Lower rolling resistance in most tests (fuel-saving)
Where the Proxes Comfort is stronger
- Low external noise and good ride comfort
- Competitive aquaplaning resistance (often stronger in curved/straight aqua)
- Often lower purchase price in several market/tests
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.
Ventus Prime 4 vs Proxes Comfort at a glance
| Category | Ventus Prime 4 | Gap | Proxes Comfort |
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| Shared tests won8 shared tests | 7 | 1 level | 0 |
| Dry14 measurements | 11 | The Ventus Prime 4 stopped 1% shorter in the dry (8 tests) | 3 |
| Wet31 measurements | 14 | The Proxes Comfort held 4% more grip in curved aquaplaning (6 tests) | 16 |
| Off road5 measurements | 4 | 1 | |
| Comfort8 measurements | 3 | The Proxes Comfort was 0.6 dB quieter (6 tests) | 5 |
| Value10 measurements | 8 | The Ventus Prime 4 lasted 12.1% longer in the wear tests (3 tests) | 1 |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 8.8/10 | The Ventus Prime 4 by 0.4 | 8.4/10 |
| Owner rating97 and 19 reviews | 82% | Too close to call | 81% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 73% | The Proxes Comfort by 6 points | 79% |
| Pricein the 5 tests that listed prices | +5% | The Ventus Prime 4 was dearer in 4 of 5 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 66 | 47 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 8 tests, 2022 to 2024
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 | Ventus Prime 4 | Field | Proxes Comfort |
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| 2024 Motorhome Summer Tire Test | P3 of 10 | P8 of 10 | |
| 2024 AutoBild Summer Tire Test | P7 of 20 | P7 of 20 | |
| 2024 Summer Tire Market Overview | P4 of 55 | P6 of 55 | |
| 2023 Best SUV Tires Tested | P5 of 12 | P8 of 12 | |
| 2023 ADAC Summer Tire Test | P9 of 50 | P14 of 50 | |
| Tire Reviews Best Summer Touring Tires | P7 of 13 | P9 of 13 | |
| 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tire Test | P2 of 21 | P11 of 21 | |
| 2022 Summer Tire Market Overview | P2 of 50 | P9 of 50 |
Performance profile
11 measurements from the 8 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Ventus Prime 4
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 94%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 14 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Ventus Prime 4
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
Ventus Prime 4
Proxes Comfort
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the Ventus Prime 4 82% from 97 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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| 51.78 | 1% | 52.28 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 126 | 4.5% | 132 | 6-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 116 | 8.5% | 127 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 86.47 | 0.2% | 86.67 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 14.1 | 0.1% | 14.1 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 13.22 | 0.4% | 13.17 | 0-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 16.2 | 4% | 16.7 | 2-4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 1,753 | 3.6% | 1,691 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 41.3 | 2.2% | 40.5 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 1,867 | 12.1% | 1,665 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 547 | 6.3% | 582 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 630 | 11.1% | 567 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 71.3 | 0.6 dB | 70.67 | 2-4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 20.1 | 8.8% | 18.3 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 22,628 | 12.1% | 20,321 | 3-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 7.87 | 4.6% | 8.26 | 4-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 67.6 | 10.9% | 75.9 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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 Ventus Prime 4 scores 8.8 and the Proxes Comfort 8.4 out of 10.
| Ventus Prime 4 | Category | Proxes Comfort | ||
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| 82 | Dry | 80 | ||
| 71 | Wet | 64 | ||
| 27 | Comfort | 54 | ||
| 80 | 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
| Ventus Prime 4 | Category | Proxes Comfort | ||
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| 8.8 | Dry Grip | 8.4 | ||
| 8.3 | Wet Grip | 8.3 | ||
| 8.1 | Road Feedback | 8 | ||
| 8.2 | Handling | 7.5 | ||
| 7.8 | Wear | 8.4 | ||
| 8 | Comfort | 8.3 | ||
Owners rate the Ventus Prime 4 82% from 97 reviews and the Proxes Comfort 81% from 19. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Hankook Ventus Prime 4
- 82%from 97 reviews
- 73%would buy again
- 1,056,322 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners rate the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 highly overall (average 80.7%), most often praising its strong dry grip and confident, predictable dry handling, backed up by a comfortable, generally quiet ride. Wet grip is also widely seen as secure for a touring tire, with many calling it reassuring in heavy rain, though a minority report some instability or weaker aquaplaning resistance. The main recurring drawback is longevity: wear and performance consistency split opinion, with around one in four owners mentioning tread life and around one in ten saying grip drops off noticeably as the tire wears, sometimes accompanied by increased noise.
- Strong dry grip with plenty of traction
- Excellent dry handling and confidence in corners
- Comfortable, compliant ride quality
- Generally low road noise for a touring tire
- Tread life can be disappointing for some drivers
- Grip drops off as the tire wears
- Road noise can be noticeable on some surfaces
Summarised by AI from 87 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 97 Ventus Prime 4 reviewsNo complaints on Wet or Dry grip for everyday driving. It was a 2025 tire with 12k miles had to deal with a full blowout while driving. From a tropical climate with 99% indoor parking.
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: 66 sizes of the Ventus Prime 4 and 63 of the Proxes Comfort, 47 of them made in both.
| Category | Ventus Prime 4 | Proxes Comfort |
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| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Sizes made | 66 sizes, 15 to 20 inch | 63 sizes, 14 to 20 inch |
| Made in both | 47 sizes 195/50 R15195/55 R15185/55 R16195/45 R16195/50 R16195/55 R16195/60 R16205/45 R16205/55 R16205/60 R16205/65 R16215/45 R16and 35 more | |
| EU label wet grip | A88%B12% | A100% |
| EU label rolling resistance | B47%C39%A14% | C74%D26% |
| EU label noise | 68-71 dB A52%B48% | 70-71 dB B100% |
| Replaced | Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 | Toyo Proxes CF2 |
| Awards | Winner: Summer Tire of the Year (WhatTire, 2023) | - |
| Price in the shared tests | The Ventus Prime 4 was the dearer tire in 4 of the 5 tests that listed prices, by 5% on average. Each test priced the tires in its own market at the time; only the gap is comparable. | |
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 matchup pits two summer premium-touring staples against each other: Hankook's Ventus Prime 4 and Toyo's Proxes Comfort. Both target everyday drivers who want confident dry/wet performance, refinement, and value, but they go about it differently. Across eight shared tests from 2022-2024 and a wide spread of sizes, patterns emerge that clarify which tire suits which driver.
The Hankook consistently lands near the sharp end of rankings with strong braking performance-especially in the wet-plus tidy handling and low rolling resistance. Toyo counters with a quieter, more supple character, competitive aquaplaning resistance, and often a lower purchase price, though its wet braking and wear lag behind Hankook in most tests.
Conclusion
Across the test body, Hankook is the more complete all-rounder. It repeatedly stops shorter-most notably in wet braking where gaps of 6-12% show up in multiple tests-handles neutrally, and often delivers better fuel efficiency and longer tread life. That combination underpins its higher overall placings (7 test wins vs. 0 for Toyo) and stronger value scores despite not always being the cheapest sticker price.
Toyo appeals if comfort, quietness, and aquaplaning margins rank highest, and if upfront price is the priority. However, its extended wet braking and average wear are meaningful trade-offs. If you drive in mixed or wet climates or value safety-critical stopping distances, choose the Hankook. If your use is mostly urban/motorway in lighter rain with a focus on cabin serenity and price, the Toyo remains a sensible, budget-friendly option.
Ventus Prime 4 vs Proxes Comfort: your questions
Is the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 or the Toyo Proxes Comfort the better tire?
In the 8 independent tests that ran both tires, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 finished ahead 7 times and the Proxes Comfort not once, with one level. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Ventus Prime 4 scores 8.8 and the Proxes Comfort 8.4 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Ventus Prime 4 or the Proxes Comfort?
The Proxes Comfort led 16 of the 31 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it held 4% more grip in curved aquaplaning across 6 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Ventus Prime 4 led 11 of the 14 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 1% shorter in the dry across 8 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Ventus Prime 4 lasted 12.1% longer in the wear tests (3 tests) and had 4.6% lower rolling resistance (5 tests). Owners rate wear 7.8/10 for the Ventus Prime 4 and 8.4/10 for the Proxes Comfort.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
The Proxes Comfort was 0.6 dB quieter (6 tests). Owners rate comfort 8/10 for the Ventus Prime 4 and 8.3/10 for the Proxes Comfort.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Ventus Prime 4 82% from 97 reviews and the Proxes Comfort 81% from 19. 73% of Ventus Prime 4 owners would buy it again, against 79% for the Proxes Comfort.
Which is more expensive?
In the 5 tests that listed prices, the Ventus Prime 4 was the dearer tire in 4 of them, by 5% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Ventus Prime 4 is made in 66 sizes (15 to 20 inch) and the Proxes Comfort in 63 (14 to 20 inch). 47 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Ventus Prime 4 is graded A for wet grip and B 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.
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