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Toyo Mid-range

OBSERVE EWS1

6.1 Below average
PTI – Pneutesty Index
✓ 2 tyre tests
PTI compared with all winter tyres · rank in size 235/50 R20 among 27 available
PTI capped at 6,5 – snow PTI reduced by 0,4 – snow −8,7 %
Rolling resistance Wet grip Noise
Price from
62 133 Ft
in 235/50 R20
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Which sizes it's made in

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Widthin millimetres
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ProfileAspect ratio (%)
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Rim diameterin inches
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Load capacityLI index

Load index (LI) — You must keep the LI at least as high as stated in the vehicle registration document for the specific tyre size. A higher LI (load index) is permitted by law.

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SpeedSI index

Speed index (SI) — For winter (3PMSF) tyres, the SI may be either higher or lower than stated in the vehicle registration document.

Tyre variants (1)

Your size 235/50 R20 104W XL EAN: 4981910017264 SAP: 5126700
TOYO OBSERVE EWS1
Rolling resistanceC Wet gripB NoiseB Price from 62 133 Ft
Reinforced profile Reinforced profile M+S M+S 3PMSF 3PMSF
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Where to buy

Price comparison across shops by EAN: 4981910017264

Current prices for size 235/50 R20.

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Rating and verdict

How the Toyo OBSERVE EWS1 evaluated

6.1 Below average
PTI – Pneutesty Index 6,1 / 10 PTI compared with all winter tyres · rank in size 235/50 R20 among 27 available
PTI capped at 6,5 – snow PTI reduced by 0,4 – snow −8,7 % weak on snow tested only in R17 noise and comfort: only 20 % measured incomplete measurement: comfort from noise only
✓ Disciplines
Snow from 5 measurements · 2 tests
beats 0 of 31
2 −9,3 %
Breakdown „Snow“
snow braking 2 tests
beats 0 of 31
2 −8,4 %
snow traction 2 tests
beats 0 of 28
1 −9,2 %
snow handling 1 test
beats 0 of 30
1 −9,9 %
Wet from 8 measurements · 2 tests
beats 26 of 31
85 +4,4 %
Breakdown „Wet“
wet braking 2 tests
beats 19 of 31
86 +8,1 %
Aquaplaning 2 tests
beats 29 of 30
97 +10,1 %
wet handling 1 test
beats 20 of 30
89 +5,6 %
Dry from 3 measurements · 2 tests
beats 29 of 30
98 +3,5 %
Breakdown „Dry“
dry braking 2 tests
beats 29 of 30
99 +5,5 %
dry handling 1 test
beats 17 of 28
76 +1,8 %
Ice from 1 measurement · 1 test 1 test
– Not measured.
Breakdown „Ice“
ice braking 1 test
beats 15 of 17
87 +3,9 %
Economy from 6 measurements · 2 tests
beats 11 of 29
40 +2,1 %
Breakdown „Economy“
efficiency (rolling resistance and consumption) 2 tests
beats 9 of 29
36 −1,7 %
durability (wear and abrasion) 2 tests
beats 10 of 22
46 +4,0 %
Noise and comfort from 2 measurements · 2 tests noise only
beats 2 of 29
9 −4,8 %
Breakdown „Noise and comfort“
quietness (measured and subjective noise) 2 tests
beats 3 of 29
9 −4,5 %
poor 0+ below average 25+ average 45+ good 60+ very good 80+ excellent 92+
✓ Strengths and weaknesses
Strength
Dry 98 % Wet 85 %
Weakness
Snow worse than 98 % Noise and comfort worse than 91 %
🏆 Trophies from our data
🏆 best in the dry in size 235/50 R20 from 2 testy in the dry

Customer reviews are not part of PTI – PTI is based on measurements from independent tests; for tyres with few tests it also partly considers the brand's class.

✓ Characteristics data-driven recommendations
🚗
A balanced choice performance, comfort and price
🛣
For everyday driving city and motorway
Reinforced profile
Reinforced profile Higher load capacity at higher pressure
M+S
M+S Suitable for mud and snow
3PMSF
3PMSF Certified for winter conditions

Where Toyo Observe EWS1 XL stands in size 235/50 R20

Compared with 12 tyres in this size — same season and focus. All are on offer and have results from independent tests.

11. rank in the group of 12 compared
−1,6 below the group median group median 7,7
−3,0 behind the best in the group the best has 9,1
💡 A better rating for less money In this group there is 1 tyre with a better score that is also cheaper.
Show all tyres in the ranking (12)
  1. 1. 9.1 Nokian Tyres SNOWPROOF 3P 82 127 Ft +19 994 Ft
  2. 1. 9.1 Bridgestone BLIZZAK 6 91 641 Ft +29 507 Ft
  3. 3. 8.6 Pirelli SCORPION WINTER 3 85 009 Ft +22 875 Ft
  4. 4. 8.3 Kumho WINTERCRAFT WP52+ 64 600 Ft +2 466 Ft
  5. 5. 7.8 Nokian Tyres SNOWPROOF 2 SUV 105 422 Ft +43 288 Ft
  6. 6. 7.7 Uniroyal WINTEREXPERT 77 787 Ft +15 654 Ft
  7. 7. 7.5 Barum POLARIS 6 70 669 Ft +8 536 Ft
  8. 8. 7.4 Falken EUROWINTER HS02PRO 76 319 Ft +14 186 Ft
  9. 8. 7.4 Giti GITIWINTER W2 SUV better and cheaper 58 806 Ft −3 327 Ft
  10. 10. 7.3 Nokian Tyres SNOWPROOF 2 SUV SILENTDRIVE 96 690 Ft +34 557 Ft
  11. 11. 6.1 Toyo Observe EWS1 XL This tyre 62 133 Ft
  12. 12. 5.8 Imperial SnowDragon UHP 44 422 Ft −17 711 Ft
Specifications

Technical information

Our classification not an official manufacturer classification

Focus: Standard

The largest and best-selling category, and Toyo OBSERVE EWS1 belongs to it. No single property is pushed here at the expense of the others — comfort, grip, noise and tread life keep a sensible balance. For most drivers it is the safest bet: the tyre behaves predictably in the dry and in the wet and covers a decent number of kilometres.

Eco
Eco
Eco-standard
Eco-standard
Standard
Standard
Standard-sport
Standard-sport
Sport
Sport
Supersport
Supersport
Selected size 235/50 R20
Width235 mm
Profile height50 %
Rim diameter20″
Load index (LI)104
Speed index (SI)W
Product code5126700
EAN4981910017264
EU energy label Rolling resistanceC Wet gripB NoiseB (72 dB)
Manufacturer Toyo
Tread OBSERVE EWS1
Season Winter
Vehicle type Passenger car
Available technologies
Reinforced profile Yes
M+S Yes - M+S
3PMSF 3PMSF Yes
Comparison

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Test history

Which tests it appeared in

Total tests 2×
Wins 0×
Top 3 0×
Average placement 12,0
2026
12. place
AvD winter tire test 225/45 R17 2026
15 tyres
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12. place
ADAC Winter Tire Test 225/50 R17 2026
15 tyres ·Premiere
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Price history

How the price has evolved

Lowest price across shops for size 235/50 R20.

Current lowest
62 133,48 Ft
↘ 32,94 % cheaper
Lowest for the period
62 022,99 Ft
5.11.2026
Highest for the period
92 658,00 Ft
18.10.2026
92 658,00 62 022,99 62 133,48 Ft 18.10.2026 8.11.2026 18.10.2026: 92 658,00 Ft 3.11.2026: 62 378,59 Ft 4.11.2026: 62 360,81 Ft 4.11.2026: 62 256,67 Ft 5.11.2026: 62 022,99 Ft 6.11.2026: 62 048,39 Ft 7.11.2026: 62 133,48 Ft 8.11.2026: 62 133,48 Ft

The lowest available price across the monitored shops is shown. Indicative; may differ in the shop.

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