Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs. Toyo Proxes Sport 2 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Toyo). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Toyo (75%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has a better rating of 94% compared to 71% of the Toyo Proxes Sport 2. The first tyre test of Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was done in 2022, compared to 2023 when was the Toyo Proxes Sport 2 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2026 245/45 R19 test, where both the Pilot Sport 5 and the Proxes Sport 2 were tested. See more mutual tests below.