What are the best prescription sunglasses for driving?
This page compares 4 prescription sunglasses with verified specifications and prices. Top options include Oakley Holbrook™ XXL, Wiley X WX P-17, Wiley X WX Valor. Prices range from £69 to £200. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
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Oakley Holbrook™ XXL
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£76.53 ≈ | Polycarbonate | Prizm™ | — | ✓ | ✓ | O Matter™ | Prizm Grey |
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The Oakley Holbrook™ XXL is a wide-fit sunglasses frame made from lightweight O Matter™ material, with polycarbonate Prizm™ lenses designed to enhance color and contrast. It suits medium to extra-large faces and is available with prescription, polarized, and non-polarized lens options. ★ Ideal forIt suits prescription sunglasses for driving because its Prizm™ lens technology enhances contrast and detail, while the polycarbonate lenses provide 100% UV protection up to 400nm; choose a polarized version to reduce glare from roads and other reflective surfaces.
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Wiley X WX P-17
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£68.76 ≈ | Polycarbonate | Oleophobic, antireflective, scratch-resistant and water-resistant | -7.00 to +5.00 | ✓ | ✓ | Triloid nylon | Red mirror |
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The Wiley X WX P-17 is a lightweight, rectangular safety sunglass with shatterproof polycarbonate lenses and a durable nylon frame. Its polarized mirrored lenses reduce glare, while the wraparound design and ANSI Z87.1 rating suit active outdoor use. ★ Ideal forThe WX P-17 suits driving because its 100% polarized, antireflective lenses reduce road glare and provide clear vision, while the red mirror lens and 100% UVA and UVB protection help in bright conditions.
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Wiley X WX Valor
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£199.57 ≈ | Selenite polycarbonate | T-Shell scratch-resistant coating | -4.00 to +4.00 | ✓ | ✓ | — | Smoke grey |
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The WX Valor uses shatterproof Selenite polycarbonate lenses, full UVA/UVB protection, and a secure frame with rubber temples and nose piece. It suits active users, drivers, and people needing impact-resistant prescription eyewear. ★ Ideal forIt suits driving because the smoke grey polarized lens option reduces glare while preserving color perception, and the shatterproof polycarbonate lenses provide 100% UVA/UVB protection.
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Wiley X WX Peak
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£118.31 ≈ | Selenite polycarbonate | Anti-reflective coating, oleophobic coating, T-Shell scratch resistant coating | — | ✓ | ✓ | Triloid nylon | Blue Mirror |
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The Wiley X WX Peak is a lightweight, high-wrap sunglasses frame with shatterproof Selenite polycarbonate lenses and ANSI Z87.1+ impact protection. Its CAPTIVATE polarized Blue Mirror lenses provide glare reduction, enhanced contrast, and 100% UVA/UVB protection, making it suited to bright outdoor conditions. ★ Ideal forThe WX Peak suits prescription driving because its prescription-ready, high-wrap design limits peripheral light while CAPTIVATE polarized lenses reduce road glare and provide clear contrast in bright daytime conditions.
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