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Toyo Mid-range

S944 OBSERVE

7.3 Average
PTI – Pneutesty Index
✓ 6 tyre tests
PTI compared with all winter tyres · rank in size 215/70 R16 among 26 available
tested in R16 noise and comfort: only 20 % measured
Rolling resistance Wet grip Noise
Price from
40 870 Ft
in 215/70 R16
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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 215/70 R16 104H XL EAN: 4981910546511 SAP: 3932800
TOYO S944 OBSERVE SUV
Rolling resistanceD Wet gripC NoiseB Price from 40 870 Ft
Reinforced profile Reinforced profile M+S M+S 3PMSF 3PMSF
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Where to buy

Price comparison across shops by EAN: 4981910546511

Current prices for size 215/70 R16.

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Rating and verdict

How the Toyo S944 OBSERVE evaluated

7.3 Average
PTI – Pneutesty Index 7,3 / 10 PTI compared with all winter tyres · rank in size 215/70 R16 among 26 available
tested in R16 noise and comfort: only 20 % measured incomplete measurement: comfort from noise only ranking not certain yet (11.–21.)
✓ Disciplines
Snow from 16 measurements · 6 tests
beats 9 of 32
30 −1,0 %
Breakdown „Snow“
snow braking 6 tests
beats 10 of 32
43 ≈ average
snow traction 4 tests
beats 9 of 27
47 ≈ average
snow handling 4 tests
beats 2 of 29
10 −2,5 %
Wet from 19 measurements · 7 tests
beats 14 of 35
41 +1,8 %
Breakdown „Wet“
wet braking 6 tests
beats 13 of 35
50 +2,6 %
Aquaplaning 4 tests
beats 17 of 30
65 +5,7 %
wet handling 4 tests
beats 3 of 29
12 ≈ average
Dry from 8 measurements · 4 tests
beats 22 of 29
78 +1,0 %
Breakdown „Dry“
dry braking 4 tests
beats 21 of 29
70 +1,1 %
dry handling 4 tests
beats 22 of 28
82 ≈ average
Ice
– Not measured.
Economy from 5 measurements · 4 tests
beats 28 of 30
95 +8,6 %
Breakdown „Economy“
efficiency (rolling resistance and consumption) 4 tests
beats 21 of 29
77 +3,2 %
durability (wear and abrasion) 1 test
beats 24 of 26
91 +17,7 %
Noise and comfort from 4 measurements · 4 tests noise only
beats 3 of 29
12 ≈ average
Breakdown „Noise and comfort“
quietness (measured and subjective noise) 4 tests
beats 6 of 28
21 ≈ average
poor 0+ below average 25+ average 45+ good 60+ very good 80+ excellent 92+
✓ Strengths and weaknesses
Strength
Economy 95 % Dry 78 %
Weakness
Noise and comfort worse than 88 %

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
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A balanced choice performance, comfort and price
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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 S944 OBSERVE SUV stands in size 215/70 R16

Compared with 15 tyres in this size — same season and focus. All are on offer and have results from independent tests.

12. rank in the group of 15 compared
−0,3 below the group median group median 7,6
−1,8 behind the best in the group the best has 9,1
💡 A better rating for less money In this group there are 5 tyres with a better score that are also cheaper.
Show all tyres in the ranking (15)
  1. 1. 9.1 Bridgestone BLIZZAK 6 58 148 Ft +17 278 Ft
  2. 2. 8.3 Hankook W462 WINTER I*CEPT RS3 42 751 Ft +1 881 Ft
  3. 3. 8.1 Kleber KRISALP HP3 SUV 44 524 Ft +3 654 Ft
  4. 4. 8.0 Vredestein WINTRAC 44 792 Ft +3 923 Ft
  5. 5. 7.8 Semperit SPEED-GRIP 5 better and cheaper 40 713 Ft −157 Ft
  6. 6. 7.7 Uniroyal WINTEREXPERT 44 632 Ft +3 762 Ft
  7. 7. 7.6 Firestone WINTERHAWK 4 better and cheaper 39 789 Ft −1 081 Ft
  8. 7. 7.6 Falken EUROWINTER HS02 better and cheaper 39 989 Ft −881 Ft
  9. 9. 7.5 Barum POLARIS 6 better and cheaper 39 035 Ft −1 835 Ft
  10. 10. 7.4 Nokian Tyres SNOWPROOF 1 44 939 Ft +4 069 Ft
  11. 10. 7.4 Laufenn LW31 I FIT+ better and cheaper 37 523 Ft −3 346 Ft
  12. 12. 7.3 Toyo S944 OBSERVE SUV This tyre 40 870 Ft
  13. 13. 6.9 Maxxis PREMITRA SNOW WP6 SUV 36 816 Ft −4 054 Ft
  14. 14. 6.8 Nexen WINGUARD SNOW'G 3 34 447 Ft −6 423 Ft
  15. 14. 6.8 Matador MP93 NORDICCA 36 217 Ft −4 653 Ft
Specifications

Technical information

Our classification not an official manufacturer classification

Focus: Standard

The largest and best-selling category, and Toyo S944 OBSERVE 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
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Standard-sport
Standard-sport
Sport
Sport
Supersport
Supersport
Selected size 215/70 R16
Width215 mm
Profile height70 %
Rim diameter16″
Load index (LI)104
Speed index (SI)H
Product code3932800
EAN4981910546511
EU energy label Rolling resistanceD Wet gripC NoiseB (71 dB)
Manufacturer Toyo
Tread S944 OBSERVE
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 1×
Wins 0×
Top 3 0×
Average placement 15,0
2023
15. place
AutoBild Winter Tire Test 225/45 R18 2023
21 tyres ·Premiere
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Price history

How the price has evolved

Lowest price across shops for size 215/70 R16.

Current lowest
40 869,87 Ft
↗ 6,80 % more expensive
Lowest for the period
38 129,21 Ft
6.11.2026
Highest for the period
41 258,49 Ft
7.11.2026
41 258,49 38 129,21 40 869,87 Ft 3.11.2026 8.11.2026 3.11.2026: 38 268,91 Ft 4.11.2026: 38 620,70 Ft 5.11.2026: 38 836,60 Ft 6.11.2026: 38 129,21 Ft 7.11.2026: 41 258,49 Ft 8.11.2026: 40 869,87 Ft

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

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