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Table of contents:
Pros and cons
- Short braking distance on ice
- Poor handling on the wet
- Below average aquaplaning resistance
- Poor handling on snow
- Longer braking distance on wet roads
- Inferior handling on snow
Customer Popularity
100%
Customer Popularity
Based on 6 reviews
What customers like ...
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Good grip 2
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Quiet on asphalt 1
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Great in snow 1
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Durable sidewalls 1
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High tread depth 1
What customers dislike ...
No dislikes available
Comparison
Wet road
Michelin Alpin 6 115%
Toyo Observe S944 100%
Snow
Michelin Alpin 6 105%
Toyo Observe S944 100%
Dry road - safety
Dry road - sportiness
Ice
Michelin Alpin 6 100%
Toyo Observe S944 100%
Mileage
Aquaplaning
Michelin Alpin 6 105%
Toyo Observe S944 100%
Achievements
Best
Aquaplaning - cross
Autobild 2022
Best
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Autobild 2022
Best
Dry handling
Autobild 2020
Best
Interior noise
Adac 2020
Timeline
2020
Toyo Observe S944 was launched
2020
Toyo Observe S944 was tested 4x (ADAC,...)
2021
Toyo Observe S944 was tested 3x (AutoMotorSport,...)
2022
Toyo Observe S944 was tested 2x (Autobild,...)
2023
Toyo Observe S944 was tested 2x (Autobild,...)
Sizes
Toyo Observe S944 is made in 50 sizes, starting from 185/55 R15 up to 225/40 R20.
16"
17"
18"
20"
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Toyo Observe S944 in tyre tests
All tyre tests where Toyo Observe S944 was featured:All tests
| Name | Stopping distance on wet | Stopping distance on snow | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 31,4 | 29,2 | |||||
| Toyo Observe S944 | 35,7 | 30,8 | |||||
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Autobild Winter tyre test 2023 225/45 R18
satisfactory
Ranked #15 of 20
The Toyo Observe S944 finished in the middle of the pack, securing the 15th spot among 20 competitors. Awarded a final rating of 'Satisfactory', this tire demonstrated strong performance on snow, with high traction and short braking distances. Additionally, it was praised for decent comfort and good tread life. However, its performance was hindered by moderate lateral grip on snowy and wet surfaces, which affected its overall standing. Despite these drawbacks, the Toyo Observe S944 showed commendable strengths where it mattered the most in winter conditions.
satisfactory
Ranked #15 of 20
The Toyo Observe S944 finished in the middle of the pack, securing the 15th spot among 20 competitors. Awarded a final rating of 'Satisfactory', this tire demonstrated strong performance on snow, with high traction and short braking distances. Additionally, it was praised for decent comfort and good tread life. However, its performance was hindered by moderate lateral grip on snowy and wet surfaces, which affected its overall standing. Despite these drawbacks, the Toyo Observe S944 showed commendable strengths where it mattered the most in winter conditions.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 1 | 1- | |||
| Toyo Observe S944 | 3+ | 2 | 2- | 1- | |||
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Autobild Winter tyre test 2022 215/55 R17
Ranked #28 of 56
Ranked #28 of 56
| Name | Stopping distance on wet | Stopping distance on snow |
|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 32,8 | 25,4 |
| Toyo Observe S944 | 37,7 | 26,8 |
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Ice | Rolling resistance | Noise | Wear |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 2,0 | 1,8 | 1,4 | 1,8 | 1,5 | 2,7 | 1,5 |
| Toyo Observe S944 | 3,1 | 2,1 | 2,8 | 2,0 | 2,8 | 3,0 | 2,0 |
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| Name | Stopping distance on wet | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 32,1 | ||||||
| Toyo Observe S944 | 38,2 | ||||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Ice | Noise | Wear | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 1,6 | 1,9 | 1,5 | 2,1 | 2,7 | 1,5 | |
| Toyo Observe S944 | 3,3 | 2,5 | 2,9 | 2,1 | 3,4 | 3,0 | |
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Snow | Rolling resistance | Noise | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 8,7 | 9,6 | 9,3 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Toyo Observe S944 | 6,9 | 6,9 | 8,1 | 5,5 | 7 | 9 | |
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Ice | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 1,3 | 2,0 | 1,8 | 2,1 | 2,5 | 1,0 | 1,8 |
| Toyo Observe S944 | 2,5 | 2,3 | 2,3 | 2,1 | 2,5 | 2,5 | 1,9 |
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 1- | 2 | 1- | ||||
| Toyo Observe S944 | 3+ | 2 | 2 | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 9,5 | 8,7 | 9,9 | 10 | 9 | ||
| Toyo Observe S944 | 6,1 | 7,8 | 6,9 | 7 | 7 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 1 | ||||
| Toyo Observe S944 | 2 | 2+ | 2- | ||||
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Test ratings distribution
| 85% (8x) | |
|---|---|
| Satisfactory | Good |
| 7x | 1x |
Ratings x Wheel size
| R16 | R17 | R18 |
|---|---|---|
| 85% (3x) | 85% (3x) | 85% (2x) |
Ratings x Width
| 195/xx Rxx | 205/xx Rxx | 215/xx Rxx | 225/xx Rxx |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85% (1x) | 85% (1x) | 85% (1x) | 85% (5x) |
FAQ
Where is Toyo Observe S944 made?
Toyo Observe S944 is made in Japan.
Is this tyre suitable for SUVs?
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.
