Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Toyo Proxes Comfort
Across 12 shared tests, a clear pattern emerges: Falken consistently excels in wet safety and aquaplaning resistance, while Toyo typically delivers shorter dry stops and lower rolling resistance. Pricing swings by test and size, but value scores and wear often favor Falken. The result is a choice between all-weather security versus efficiency-leaning comfort.
Test Results
Independent comparison tire tests are the best source of data to get tire information from, and the good news is there have been twelve tests which compare both tires directly!
| Tire | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | eight | |
| Toyo Proxes Comfort | two | |
| two draws in two tests | ||
While it might look like the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun is better than the Toyo Proxes Comfort purely based on the higher number of test wins, tires are very complicated objects which means where one tire is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tires compare across multiple tire test categories.
Key Strengths
- Outstanding wet braking and aquaplaning resistance (multiple tests show 5-23% aquaplaning advantage)
- Confident, stable handling with strong subjective comfort scores
- Often better wear and value/pricing in comparative tests
- Competitive dry handling with safe, predictable balance
- Shorter dry braking in most tests and competitive dry handling
- Very low rolling resistance and lighter weight (efficiency advantage)
- Low exterior noise and refined ride character
- Attractive pricing in some sizes; good environmental/efficiency ratings in ADAC
Dry Braking
Looking at data from twelve tire tests, the Toyo Proxes Comfort was better during eight dry braking tests. On average the Toyo Proxes Comfort stopped the vehicle in 0.92% less distance than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Dry Braking: Toyo Proxes Comfort
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during one dry handling [s] tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was 0.46% faster around a lap than the Toyo Proxes Comfort.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from seven tire tests, the Toyo Proxes Comfort was better during five dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Toyo Proxes Comfort was 0.33% faster around a lap than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Toyo Proxes Comfort
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during one subj. dry handling tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun scored 5.56% more points than the Toyo Proxes Comfort.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from twelve tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during ten wet braking tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun stopped the vehicle in 4.63% less distance than the Toyo Proxes Comfort.
Best In Wet Braking: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun stopped the vehicle in 7.73% less distance than the Toyo Proxes Comfort.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
See how the Wet Braking - Concrete winner was calculated >>
Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during one wet handling [s] tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was 0.1% faster around a wet lap than the Toyo Proxes Comfort.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from seven tire tests, the Toyo Proxes Comfort was better during four wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Toyo Proxes Comfort was 0.49% faster around a wet lap than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Toyo Proxes Comfort
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Toyo Proxes Comfort was better during one subj. wet handling tests. On average the Toyo Proxes Comfort scored 5% more points than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Toyo Proxes Comfort
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Toyo Proxes Comfort was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Toyo Proxes Comfort was 1.2% faster around a wet circle than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Wet Circle: Toyo Proxes Comfort
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from nine tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during nine straight aqua tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun floated at a 3.58% higher speed than the Toyo Proxes Comfort.
Best In Straight Aqua: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during five curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun slipped out at a 5.91% higher speed than the Toyo Proxes Comfort.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
See how the Curved Aquaplaning winner was calculated >>
Gravel Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during one gravel handling [km/h] tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was 1.36% faster around a lap than the Toyo Proxes Comfort.
Best In Gravel Handling [Km/H]: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Gravel Traction
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Toyo Proxes Comfort was better during one gravel traction tests. On average the Toyo Proxes Comfort had 2.57% better traction on gravel than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Gravel Traction: Toyo Proxes Comfort
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Dirt Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during one dirt handling [km/h] tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was 1.96% faster around a lap than the Toyo Proxes Comfort.
Best In Dirt Handling [Km/H]: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
See how the Dirt Handling winner was calculated >>
Sand Traction
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during one sand traction tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun had 3.73% better traction in sand than the Toyo Proxes Comfort.
Best In Sand Traction: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
See how the Sand Traction winner was calculated >>
Grass Traction
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during one grass traction tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun had 5.7% better traction on grass than the Toyo Proxes Comfort.
Best In Grass Traction: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Mud Traction
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during one mud traction tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun had 4.76% better traction in mud than the Toyo Proxes Comfort.
Best In Mud Traction: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during one subj. comfort tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun scored 8% more points than the Toyo Proxes Comfort.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
See how the Subj. Comfort winner was calculated >>
Noise
Looking at data from nine tire tests, the Toyo Proxes Comfort was better during five noise tests. On average the Toyo Proxes Comfort measured 0.44% quieter than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Noise: Toyo Proxes Comfort
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Tire Weight
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Toyo Proxes Comfort was better during two tire weight tests. On average the Toyo Proxes Comfort weighed 9.9% less than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Tire Weight: Toyo Proxes Comfort
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Wear
Looking at data from four tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during three wear tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun is predicted to cover 5.04% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Toyo Proxes Comfort.
Best In Wear: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Value
Looking at data from four tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during three value tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun proved to have a 9.15% better value based on price/1000km than the Toyo Proxes Comfort.
Best In Value: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Price
Looking at data from eight tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during three price tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun cost 1.82% less than the Toyo Proxes Comfort.
Best In Price: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from eight tire tests, the Toyo Proxes Comfort was better during six rolling resistance tests. On average the Toyo Proxes Comfort had a 4.19% lower rolling resistance than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Toyo Proxes Comfort
See how the Rolling Resistance winner was calculated >>
Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Toyo Proxes Comfort was better during one fuel consumption tests. On average the Toyo Proxes Comfort used 1.69% less fuel than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Toyo Proxes Comfort
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun emitted 0.26% less particle wear matter than the Toyo Proxes Comfort.
Best In Abrasion: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Real World Driver Reviews
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun Driver Reviews
Across 104 reviews, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun is most often described as a strong value summer tire with confident wet and dry grip (including good aquaplaning resistance) and notably low road noise. Many drivers also praise its predictable, safe handling and generally good wear for the money, with a high rate of repeat purchases. The main recurring downside is higher rolling resistance leading to increased fuel consumption, and some users note a softer sidewall/less sharp steering response that makes it feel less sporty or a bit vague when pushed.
Based on 113 reviews with an average rating of 80%
Toyo Proxes Comfort Driver Reviews
Most drivers rate the Toyo Proxes Comfort highly, praising its strong wet and dry grip, quiet and comfortable ride, and excellent value and wear for daily use. Many report predictable handling and confidence in rain, with several noting good motorway manners. A minority found the tire less engaging when pushed, citing early understeer and weaker dry braking at the limit. Overall sentiment is solidly positive with standout performance for the price.
Based on 18 reviews with an average rating of 80%
Very silent. Most silent tires I had the last 20 years.
Nice handling.
Cheaper than most other brands.
(30euro cheaper than dunlop and 50 euro cheaper than michelin)
Euro label - C A A 67db for 195 65 15
Conclusion
The Toyo Proxes Comfort suits drivers who value quiet cruising, light weight, and fuel efficiency. It more often edges dry braking and rolling resistance, and remains competitive in dry handling, though its wet braking is commonly longer. For predominantly urban, fair-weather use or efficiency-focused motorists, Toyo makes sense. For mixed climates and confident wet safety, Falken is the clearer choice.
Key Differences
- Wet safety: Falken consistently stops shorter in the wet (e.g., −7-9% vs Toyo in ADAC/TR), Toyo often longer.
- Aquaplaning: Falken leads straight and curved aquaplaning in nearly every test; Toyo trails.
- Dry braking: Toyo more often posts the shorter dry stop by small margins (~1-3%).
- Efficiency: Toyo has lower rolling resistance and weight; Falken frequently higher RR.
- Noise/comfort: Toyo generally quieter; Falken often wins subjective comfort in some tests but is louder on meters.
- Value/wear: Falken commonly shows better wear and value scores; Toyo sometimes cheaper per tire but not always.
Overall Winner: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
Based on the tire test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tire has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tire buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tire industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tires in the same test.
Why is this important? Tire testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tire test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tire tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tire Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tire comparison, Tire Reviews doesn't.