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Toyo Proxes Sport 2 vs Vredestein Ultrac Pro

In this article we will be looking at independent tyre test data, and real world driver reviews of the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 and the Vredestein Ultrac Pro to find out which tyre is best for your own driving.

There are a few basic differences between the two tyres. The Toyo Proxes Sport 2 is an Ultra-High-Performance Summer tyre designed to be fitted to Passenger-Cars, and the Vredestein Ultrac Pro is an Max-Performance Summer tyre designed to be fitted to Passenger-Cars

Proxes-Sport-2 VS Ultrac-Pro

Test Results

Independent comparison tyre tests are the best source of data to get tyre information from, and the good news is there have been six tests which compare both tyres directly!

Summary of six total tests comparing both tyres directly
TyreTest WinsPerformance
Vredestein Ultrac Prosix
six wins

While it might look like the Vredestein Ultrac Pro is better than the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tyres are very complicated objects which means where one tyre is better than the other can be more important in real world use.

Let's look at how the two tyres compare across multiple tyre test categories.

Dry Braking

Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 was better during three dry braking tests. On average the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 stopped the vehicle in 0.64% less distance than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
34.18M
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
34.4M
Dry braking in meters, lower is better

Best In Dry Braking: Toyo Proxes Sport 2

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
33.6M
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
35M (+1.4M)
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
35.4M
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
36.6M (+1.2M)
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
32.3M
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
33M (+0.7M)
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
34.6M (+0.4M)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
34.2M
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
34.6M (+0.4M)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
34.2M
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
34.6M (+1.2M)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
33.4M

Dry Handling [s]

Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 was better during two dry handling [s] tests. On average the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 was 1.44% faster around a lap than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
48.76s
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
49.47s
Dry handling time in seconds, lower is better

Best In Dry Handling [s]: Toyo Proxes Sport 2

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
68.7s
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
69.6s (+0.9s)
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
28.82s
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
29.34s (+0.52s)

Dry Handling [Km/H]

Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 was better during one dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 was 0.73% faster around a lap than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
102.8Km/H
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
102.05Km/H
Dry Handling Average Speed, higher is better

Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Toyo Proxes Sport 2

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
100.7Km/H (-0.3Km/H)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
101Km/H
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
104.9Km/H
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
103.1Km/H (-1.8Km/H)

Dry Circle

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
0.98g
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
0.96g
Average cornering G force in the dry, higher is better

Best In Dry Circle: Toyo Proxes Sport 2

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
0.98g
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
0.96g (-0.02g)

Subj. Road Score

Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac Pro was better during one subj. road score tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac Pro scored 9.89% more points than the Toyo Proxes Sport 2.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
6.83Points
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
7.58Points
Subjective Real World Driving Score, higher is better

Best In Subj. Road Score: Vredestein Ultrac Pro

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
6.83Points (-0.75Points)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
7.58Points

Wet Braking

Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac Pro was better during three wet braking tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac Pro stopped the vehicle in 1.81% less distance than the Toyo Proxes Sport 2.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
41.93M
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
41.17M
Wet braking in meters, lower is better

Best In Wet Braking: Vredestein Ultrac Pro

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
46.6M
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
47.3M (+0.7M)
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
31M
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
31M
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
43M
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
43M
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
29.5M (+0.7M)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
28.8M
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
46.1M (+1.1M)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
45M
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
55.4M (+3.5M)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
51.9M

Wet Braking - Concrete

Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac Pro was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac Pro stopped the vehicle in 0.79% less distance than the Toyo Proxes Sport 2.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
37.8M
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
37.5M
Wet braking on Concrete in meters, lower is better

Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Vredestein Ultrac Pro

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
37.8M (+0.3M)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
37.5M

Wet Handling [s]

Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 was better during one wet handling [s] tests. On average the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 was 0.23% faster around a wet lap than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
52.1s
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
52.22s
Wet handling time in seconds, lower is better

Best In Wet Handling [s]: Toyo Proxes Sport 2

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
72.8s (+0.2s)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
72.6s
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
31.39s
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
31.84s (+0.45s)

Wet Handling [Km/H]

Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac Pro was better during two wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac Pro was 0.59% faster around a wet lap than the Toyo Proxes Sport 2.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
84.15Km/H
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
84.65Km/H
Wet Handling Average Speed, higher is better

Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Vredestein Ultrac Pro

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
81.8Km/H (-0.5Km/H)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
82.3Km/H
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
86.5Km/H (-0.5Km/H)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
87Km/H

Subj. Wet Handling

Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac Pro was better during one subj. wet handling tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac Pro scored 10.1% more points than the Toyo Proxes Sport 2.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
6.94 Points
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
7.72 Points
Subjective Wet Handling Score, higher is better

Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Vredestein Ultrac Pro

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
7.88 Points
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
7.44 Points (-0.44 Points)
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
6 Points (-2 Points)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
8 Points

Wet Circle

Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 and Vredestein Ultrac Pro performed equally well in wet circle tests.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
0.83m/s
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
0.83m/s
Lateral wet grip in m/s squared, higher is better

Best In Wet Circle: Both tyres performed equally well

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
0.83m/s
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
0.83m/s

Straight Aqua

Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 was better during two straight aqua tests. On average the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 floated at a 0.77% higher speed than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
84.5Km/H
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
83.85Km/H
Float Speed in Km/H, higher is better

Best In Straight Aqua: Toyo Proxes Sport 2

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
75.2Km/H (-1.4Km/H)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
76.6Km/H
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
78Km/H (-1.1Km/H)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
79.1Km/H
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
94.9Km/H
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
90.4Km/H (-4.5Km/H)
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
89.9Km/H
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
89.3Km/H (-0.6Km/H)

Curved Aquaplaning

Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 was better during two curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 slipped out at a 3.64% higher speed than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
3.02m/sec2
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
2.91m/sec2
Remaining lateral acceleration, higher is better

Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Toyo Proxes Sport 2

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
3m/sec2
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
3m/sec2
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
3.51m/sec2
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
3.23m/sec2 (-0.28m/sec2)
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
2.56m/sec2
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
2.5m/sec2 (-0.06m/sec2)

Gravel Handling [Km/H]

Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac Pro was better during one gravel handling [km/h] tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac Pro was 1.26% faster around a lap than the Toyo Proxes Sport 2.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
62.8Km/H
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
63.6Km/H
Gravel Handling Average Speed, higher is better

Best In Gravel Handling [Km/H]: Vredestein Ultrac Pro

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
62.8Km/H (-0.8Km/H)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
63.6Km/H

Gravel Traction

Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 was better during one gravel traction tests. On average the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 had 3.7% better traction on gravel than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
10387N
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
10003N
Pulling Force in Newtons, higher is better

Best In Gravel Traction: Toyo Proxes Sport 2

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
10387N
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
10003N (-384N)

Sand Traction

Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac Pro was better during one sand traction tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac Pro had 16.36% better traction in sand than the Toyo Proxes Sport 2.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
8487N
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
10147N
Pulling Force in Newtons, higher is better

Best In Sand Traction: Vredestein Ultrac Pro

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
8487N (-1660N)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
10147N

Grass Traction

Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac Pro was better during one grass traction tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac Pro had 1.33% better traction on grass than the Toyo Proxes Sport 2.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
2514N
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
2548N
Pulling Force in Newtons, higher is better

Best In Grass Traction: Vredestein Ultrac Pro

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
2514N (-34N)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
2548N

Subj. Comfort

Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 and Vredestein Ultrac Pro performed equally well in subj. comfort tests.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
7.15 Points
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
7.15 Points
Subjective Comfort Score, higher is better

Best In Subj. Comfort: Both tyres performed equally well

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
7 Points
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
7 Points
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
7.3 Points
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
7.3 Points

Noise

Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac Pro was better during four noise tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac Pro measured 1.69% quieter than the Toyo Proxes Sport 2.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
71.18dB
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
69.98dB
External noise in dB, lower is better

Best In Noise: Vredestein Ultrac Pro

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
70dB (+2dB)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
68dB
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
72.4dB (+0.6dB)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
71.8dB
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
71.3dB (+0.3dB)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
71dB
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
71dB (+1.9dB)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
69.1dB

Wear

Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac Pro was better during three wear tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac Pro is predicted to cover 8.44% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Toyo Proxes Sport 2.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
35006.67KM
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
38233.33KM
Predicted tread life in KM, higher is better

Best In Wear: Vredestein Ultrac Pro

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
30000KM (-2500KM)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
32500KM
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
36600KM (-3500KM)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
40100KM
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
38420KM (-3680KM)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
42100KM

Value

Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac Pro was better during three value tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac Pro proved to have a 6.12% better value based on price/1000km than the Toyo Proxes Sport 2.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
15.84Price/1000
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
14.87Price/1000
Euros/1000km based on cost/wear, lower is better

Best In Value: Vredestein Ultrac Pro

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
19Price/1000 (+1.15Price/1000)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
17.85Price/1000
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
12.11Price/1000 (+0.54Price/1000)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
11.57Price/1000
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
16.4Price/1000 (+1.2Price/1000)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
15.2Price/1000

Rolling Resistance

Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac Pro was better during two rolling resistance tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac Pro had a 8.65% lower rolling resistance than the Toyo Proxes Sport 2.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
8.55kg / t
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
7.81kg / t
Rolling resistance in kg t, lower is better

Best In Rolling Resistance: Vredestein Ultrac Pro

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
8.8kg / t
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
8.85kg / t (+0.05kg / t)
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
8.61kg / t (+0.96kg / t)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
7.65kg / t
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
8.25kg / t (+1.33kg / t)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
6.92kg / t

Fuel Consumption

Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 was better during one fuel consumption tests. On average the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 used 1.75% less fuel than the Vredestein Ultrac Pro.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
5.6l/100km
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
5.7l/100km
Fuel consumption in Litres per 100 km, lower is better

Best In Fuel Consumption: Toyo Proxes Sport 2

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
5.6l/100km
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
5.7l/100km (+0.1l/100km)

Abrasion

Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Ultrac Pro was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Vredestein Ultrac Pro lost 6.75% less particle wear matter than the Toyo Proxes Sport 2.

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
1734g
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
1617g
Total weight loss after wear test in grams, lower is better

Best In Abrasion: Vredestein Ultrac Pro

Toyo Proxes Sport 2
1734g (+117g)
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
1617g

Real World Driver Reviews

Toyo Proxes Sport 2 Driver Reviews

Drivers overwhelmingly praise the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 for outstanding dry and wet grip, sharp steering response, and confidence-inspiring, predictable handling even at high speeds. Many note strong value for money versus premium rivals, with several reporting good ride comfort for a sport tyre and promising wear. Aquaplaning resistance and braking performance receive consistent compliments. A recurring minor downside is the lack of rim protection.

Based on 8 reviews with an average rating of 92%

Vredestein Ultrac Pro Driver Reviews

Drivers largely praise the Vredestein Ultrac Pro for strong dry and wet grip, confident handling, and notably good ride comfort, with several noting premium feel and value. High-scoring reviews highlight short braking distances, stability, and decent wear for aggressive or heavy vehicles. A minority report concerns include poor performance in very cold (sub-5°C) conditions and one case of premature wear/delamination. Overall, the Ultrac Pro delivers balanced performance with comfort-focused tuning and attractive design.

Based on 6 reviews with an average rating of 81%

Best Review for the Toyo Proxes Sport 2
Given 86% 225/40 R18 on a combination of roads for 1,500 spirited miles
Previously, I had the Toyo Proxes Sports fitted - and I can honestly say that there is a night and day difference with the 2nd iteration.

It is simply a better tyre in absolutely every single way. I drive like a ****, and these tyres just give so much confidence. I can brake stupidly quick in both dry and mildly wet conditions, even through the corners. They hook up so well and are incredibly predictable - they really bite the road and mitigate so much understeer in my 2006 Leon FR.

When there’s a more significant layer of water on the road they don’t... Continue reading this review using the link below
Helpful 1057 - tyre reviewed on September 25, 2023
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Best Review for the Vredestein Ultrac Pro
Given 97% 245/40 R18 on a combination of roads for 300 spirited miles
I do a lot of research when I buy tires , I looked all around for a premium summer tire which would be suitable for my driving style, and for the condition of the roads in my country - Eastern Europe. I looked at the PilotSport 5, ContiSportContact 7 , Eagle F1 Assymetric - all of which have a very high rating overrall, but I felt that they weren't suitable for the road conditions - lots of bumps ,cracks on the roads, patches and lets never forget about the potholes. They say the PS5 doesn't really absorb much of the bumps and has a low aquaplaning score, which doesn't do the job for me. I... Continue reading this review using the link below
Helpful 1147 - tyre reviewed on June 17, 2024
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Conclusion

In conclusion the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 performed better in dry braking, dry handling [s], dry handling [km/h], wet handling [s], straight aqua, curved aquaplaning, gravel traction and fuel consumption, while the Vredestein Ultrac Pro performed better in subj. road score, wet braking, wet braking - concrete, wet handling [km/h], subj. wet handling, gravel handling [km/h], sand traction, grass traction, noise, wear, value, rolling resistance and abrasion.

Interestingly, both tyres performed equally well in dry handling, wet handling, wet circle, gravel handling and subj. comfort, showing that they are closely matched in these areas.

Which tyre is best for you depends a lot on your driving style and situation, plus what you want from the tyre. Comparing all the data in the tyre reviews database, on balance Vredestein Ultrac Pro seems to be the best tyre overall.

However, it's important to note that both tyres have their strengths.

Remember, the best tyre for you might depend on which of these factors are most important for your specific driving needs and conditions.

Vredestein Ultrac Pro

Overall Winner: Vredestein Ultrac Pro

Based on the tyre test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Vredestein Ultrac Pro has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tyre has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tyre buying choice.

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Footnote

This page has been developed using tyre industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tyres in the same test.

Why is this important? Tyre 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 tyre test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tyre tests performed on different days or at different locations.

As a result you will see other tests on Tyre 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 tyre comparison, Tyre Reviews doesn't.