Bridgestone Potenza Sport vs Toyo Proxes Sport 2
- TR Score
- 9.3/10
- Owners say
- 80% · 139
- TR Score
- 9.1/10
- Owners say
- 92% · 9
In the 5 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport finished ahead 4 times and the Proxes Sport 2 once. The Potenza Sport lasted 27.3% longer in the wear tests; the Proxes Sport 2 had 9.7% lower rolling resistance.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose the Bridgestone Potenza Sport if you prioritise the strongest wet safety margins, repeatable braking performance, and sharper steering for enthusiastic road driving. Choose the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 if you want a quieter, more comfortable and more fuel-efficient sporty summer tyre-especially in drier climates or for daily use-accepting that wet braking/limit wet grip are its main compromises.
Where the Potenza Sport is stronger
- Consistently shorter braking distances: wins dry braking 5/5 (e.g., 37.1 m vs 38.2 m in 2026 UHP test) and wet braking 5/5 (e.g., 49.9 m vs 54.2 m in 2024 SUV test)
- Stronger wet handling and confidence near the limit (wins wet handling in all reported shared tests; described as the most engaging/precise wet tyre in the 2026 UHP group test)
- Precision and feedback: repeatedly praised for steering feel and front-end accuracy in multiple reports (ADAC and Top Tyre Review narratives align here)
Where the Proxes Sport 2 is stronger
- Higher comfort and lower perceived harshness: wins subjective comfort in the tests that score it (notably 7.1 vs 6.5 in the 2026 UHP test; 7 vs 6 in AZ 2025)
- Lower rolling resistance / better efficiency: wins rolling resistance across all reported shared tests (e.g., 8.7 vs 9.5 kg/t in 2026 UHP; 8.8 vs 10.15 kg/t in AZ 2025)
- Quieter on the road in most comparisons (wins noise in AutoBild 2023, ADAC 2025 and SUV 2024)
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 Sport 2 at a glance
| Category | Potenza Sport | Gap | Proxes Sport 2 |
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| Shared tests won5 shared tests | 4 | 1 | |
| Dry10 measurements | 7 | The Potenza Sport stopped 2.3% shorter in the dry (5 tests) | 2 |
| Wet22 measurements | 19 | The Potenza Sport stopped 6.6% shorter in the wet (5 tests) | 3 |
| Off road5 measurements | 4 | 1 | |
| Comfort6 measurements | 0 | The Proxes Sport 2 was 1 dB quieter (4 tests) | 5 |
| Value9 measurements | 4 | The Proxes Sport 2 had 9.7% lower rolling resistance (4 tests) | 5 |
| Tyre Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.3/10 | The Potenza Sport by 0.2 | 9.1/10 |
| Owner rating139 and 9 reviews | 80% | The Proxes Sport 2 by 12 points | 92% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 67% | The Proxes Sport 2 by 33 points | 100% |
| Pricein the 3 tests that listed prices | +13.7% | The Potenza Sport was dearer in 3 of 3 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 129 | 88 sizes made in both | 113 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tyres; a tick marks the tyre 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 5 tests, 2023 to 2026
Each row is one published test in which both tyres 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 Sport 2 |
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| Top Tire Review 2026 UHP Tyre Test: Big Brands vs Challengers | P6 of 7 | P5 of 7 | |
| 2025 AZ Summer Tyre Test | P3 of 10 | P7 of 10 | |
| 2025 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | P2 of 18 | P11 of 18 | |
| 2024 Summer SUV Tyre Test | P3 of 11 | P7 of 11 | |
| 2023 AutoBild Sports Car Summer Tyre Test | P2 of 13 | P7 of 13 |
Performance profile
13 measurements from the 5 shared tests, each tyre shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Potenza Sport
Proxes Sport 2
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 36 m stop against 34.2 m is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 90%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 11 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 Sport 2
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre 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
Not ahead in any category
Proxes Sport 2
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Owners rate the Potenza Sport 80% from 139 reviews and the Proxes Sport 2 92% from 9. 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 tyres 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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| 34.38 | 2.3% | 35.2 | 5-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 111.5 | 0.2% | 111.2 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 38.44 | 6.6% | 41.24 | 5-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 34.6 | 8.5% | 37.8 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 49.9 | 3.6% | 51.85 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 85.3 | 3.2% | 82.65 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 14.17 | 1.7% | 14.45 | 3-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 79.02 | 0.4% | 78.74 | 3-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 2.78 | 1.7% | 2.73 | 2-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 88.7 | 2.7% | 86.4 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 7,685 | 4.1% | 7,379 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 9,495 | 1% | 9,586 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 2,197 | 28.4% | 1,711 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 2,477 | 5.5% | 2,348 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| scored | 12.9% | scored | 0-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 70.95 | 1 dB | 69.95 | 0-3 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 42,750 | 27.3% | 33,300 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 9.7 | 9.7% | 8.75 | 0-4 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 5.8 | 3.4% | 5.6 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 63.8 | 25.7% | 85.9 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 0.11 | 13.8% | 0.12 | 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 tyres 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 Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Potenza Sport scores 9.3 and the Proxes Sport 2 9.1 out of 10.
| Potenza Sport | Category | Proxes Sport 2 | ||
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| 96 | Dry | 92 | ||
| 97 | Wet | 81 | ||
| 12 | Comfort | 48 | ||
| 9 | Value | 14 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre 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 Sport 2 | ||
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| 9 | Dry Grip | 9.4 | ||
| 8.6 | Wet Grip | 9.3 | ||
| 8.8 | Road Feedback | 9 | ||
| 8.9 | Handling | 9.4 | ||
| 6.1 | Wear | 8.8 | ||
| 7 | Comfort | 8.5 | ||
Owners rate the Potenza Sport 80% from 139 reviews and the Proxes Sport 2 92% from 9. 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 tyre, 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 tyre
- 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 tyre page.
All 139 Potenza Sport reviewsOn road it's like having a semislick which is capable of handling water showers like an UHP tyre. 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 Sport 2
- 92%from 9 reviews
- 100%would buy again
- 88,100 milesdriven by reviewers
Drivers report the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 delivers standout performance for the price, with consistently strong dry and wet grip, high confidence at speed, and sharp, predictable handling/steering response. Many comparisons against premium competitors (Michelin/Goodyear/Continental/Bridgestone) describe the Toyo as matching or exceeding them in real-world traction and stability while offering excellent value. Wear/longevity feedback is generally very positive where reported, with several users noting robust tread life. A smaller number of drivers mention trade-offs such as limited rim-protection and a sport-tyre firmness (and occasional noise) depending on vehicle setup.
- Strong dry grip and traction
- Excellent wet grip and confidence in the rain
- Sharp handling, steering response, and stability at speed
- Predictable behavior under hard braking/cornering
Summarised by AI from 9 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 9 Proxes Sport 2 reviewsI have had these tyres on my Audi TT 2.0 TFSI Quattro for a year and a half now and coming from an avid PS4S user I must say I'm shocked at how good these are for the money! They were about £70 per corner cheaper than the PS4S' for the TT in 255/35/19 so initially I was sceptical but I am amazing at the handling, dry AND wet grip they provide and the longevity of the tyres! I have covered a good mix of country roads, motorways and long trips across Europe in the year and a half I have had these on and they have never missed a beat! I'm so confident in the wet, even when driving very "spiritedly"! Granted they aren't as comfortable as a BluEarth GT AE51 for example but the car is lowered on coil overs so its not all the tyres fault. 10/10 would defiantly purchase again and recommend to others.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tyre: 129 sizes of the Potenza Sport and 113 of the Proxes Sport 2, 88 of them made in both.
| Category | Potenza Sport | Proxes Sport 2 |
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| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Sizes made | 129 sizes, 16 to 24 inch | 113 sizes, 17 to 22 inch |
| Made in both | 88 sizes 205/45 R17215/45 R17225/45 R17225/50 R17225/55 R17245/40 R17215/40 R18215/45 R18225/35 R18225/40 R18225/45 R18235/40 R18and 76 more | |
| EU label wet grip | A75%B21%C3%D0% | A100% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C44%D38%A9%B8%E1% | C72%D28% |
| EU label noise | 68-75 dB B81%A19% | 71-72 dB B80%A20% |
| On the market since | 2021 | - |
| Replaced | Bridgestone Potenza S001 | - |
| Replaced by | Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo | - |
| Price in the shared tests | The Potenza Sport was the dearer tyre in 3 of the 3 tests that listed prices, by 13.7% on average. Each test priced the tyres 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.
Bridgestone's Potenza Sport and Toyo's Proxes Sport 2 sit in the same fast-summer tyre space, but they chase performance from different angles. The Potenza Sport is positioned as a max-performance “driver's tyre”, prioritising steering precision and outright grip, while the Proxes Sport 2 leans more toward an ultra-high-performance all-rounder that tries to balance pace with daily comfort and lower running costs.
Across five shared professional tests (including ADAC, AutoBild and multi-brand UHP group tests), the pattern is consistent: the Bridgestone repeatedly leads on the safety-critical metrics-especially wet braking and wet handling-while the Toyo more often answers back with refinement (comfort/noise) and efficiency (rolling resistance/fuel use), plus occasional wins in dry handling and aquaplaning sub-tests. The result is a classic trade: sharper and safer at the limit versus calmer and cheaper to live with.
Conclusion
On objective performance, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport is the clearer dynamic tyre. It wins dry braking in every shared test (5/5) and also dominates wet braking (5/5), often by meaningful margins-e.g., 42.5 m vs 46.6 m in AZ 2025 and 28.8 m vs 31.0 m in ADAC 2025. It also tends to be faster in wet handling (4/4 where reported) and is repeatedly described as the most precise and engaging option when driving hard, which explains why it places near the top in tougher rankings (e.g., 2/18 in ADAC 2025, 2/13 in AutoBild 2023).
The Toyo Proxes Sport 2, however, makes a strong case for drivers who care about comfort, noise, and efficiency as much as ultimate grip. It is consistently better on rolling resistance (wins 4/4 where measured) and commonly quieter (wins noise in 3 tests), while also scoring higher for comfort in the tests that rate it. It can be genuinely competitive in dry handling-winning in AZ 2025 (68.7s vs 69.1s) and edging the Bridgestone again in the SUV test-yet it typically gives away wet confidence and stopping distance, and its projected mileage is notably lower in the tests that measure wear (e.g., 50,500 km vs 36,600 km in ADAC 2025).
Practical takeaway: if your priority is maximum wet-and-dry safety margins and steering precision, the Potenza Sport is the more convincing performance choice-even if it costs you comfort and fuel. If you want a quieter, more efficient summer tyre that still feels sporty in the dry (and is often cheaper to buy), the Proxes Sport 2 is the easier daily companion, provided you accept its weaker wet braking and generally shorter life.
Potenza Sport vs Proxes Sport 2: your questions
Is the Bridgestone Potenza Sport or the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 the better tyre?
In the 5 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport finished ahead 4 times and the Proxes Sport 2 once. On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Potenza Sport scores 9.3 and the Proxes Sport 2 9.1 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Potenza Sport or the Proxes Sport 2?
The Potenza Sport led 19 of the 22 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 6.6% shorter in the wet across 5 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Potenza Sport led 7 of the 10 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 2.3% shorter in the dry across 5 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Potenza Sport lasted 27.3% longer in the wear tests (2 tests); the Proxes Sport 2 had 9.7% lower rolling resistance (4 tests). Owners rate wear 6.1/10 for the Potenza Sport and 8.8/10 for the Proxes Sport 2.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
The Proxes Sport 2 was 1 dB quieter (4 tests). Owners rate comfort 7/10 for the Potenza Sport and 8.5/10 for the Proxes Sport 2.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Potenza Sport 80% from 139 reviews and the Proxes Sport 2 92% from 9. 67% of Potenza Sport owners would buy it again, against 100% for the Proxes Sport 2.
Which is more expensive?
In the 3 tests that listed prices, the Potenza Sport was the dearer tyre in 3 of them, by 13.7% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Potenza Sport is made in 129 sizes (16 to 24 inch) and the Proxes Sport 2 in 113 (17 to 22 inch). 88 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 Sport 2 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 tyres 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 Tyre Reviews Score rates each tyre out of 10 from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold, so two tyres can be compared even before a test has run them together.
Who does the testing
Every test published as a Tyre Reviews test is run by Jonathan Benson, who has been testing tyres independently since 2007.
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