Some drivers underestimate what their vehicles can do. With the right tires for the job, you’d be surprised what your Subaru can do, from trekking across mud and gravel to riding on scorching blacktop. Your Subaru can handle it—if you’ve got the right tires for the job.
What are the best tires for a Subaru?
- Touring: Michelin Crossclimate+ – $188.98/tire
- Performance: Firestone Destination LE3 – $153.99/tire
- All-Terrain: Continental TerrainContact A/T – $164.99/tire
- Winter/Snow: Continental VikingContact 7 – $135.99
Best Tires for a Subaru
Touring: Michelin Crossclimate+ – $188.98/Tire
Touring is what you want for long rides on the highway. A good touring tire gives you tight traction and a comfortable ride. The CrossClimate+ delivers just that, with biting edges and a polyamide reinforcement for durability at high speeds.
Users give the tire an 8.8 for comfort, and 9.5 for both wet and dry performance. If you do a lot of commuting or have a long road trip ahead of you, this is the tire you’re after.
Performance: Firestone Destination LE3 – $153.99/Tire
Performance tires should give you near-NASCAR level grip on the road. You might not be competing in a rally car event any time soon, but if you do a lot of city driving, you’ll be glad you have that extra traction.
The Destination LE3 uses a full-depth tread to ensure a tight grip after thousands of miles, and Firestone Hydro-Grip to prevent hydroplaning. Users give this tire ratings of Excellent for wet, dry, comfort, and treadwear performance.
All-Terrain: Continental TerrainContact A/T – $164.99/Tire
If you live in a rural area or take a lot of fishing and camping trips, you need an all-terrain tire to climb over rocks and keep from getting trapped in soft dirt.
The TerrainContact A/T has you covered with an open all-terrain pattern to improve off-road traction, and a +Silane compound to keep a steady grip.
Users point out that the tires are a lot quieter on the highway than many off-roaders, and that they have a nice “beefy” look and feel.
Winter/Snow: Continental VikingContact 7 – $135.99
Winter/snow tires are for when you can’t afford to mess around. You absolutely must have solid footing no matter how slushy, icy, and cold it gets.
VikingContact 7s will keep you safe with a cold-resistant Nordic compound that actually uses canola oil to stay flexible in freezing temperatures.
Users give this tire an 8.9 for cold-weather performance, and point out that it performs great on curvy, snowy roads.
People Also Ask…
Does the Subaru come with a spare tire?
Probably not. The Forester Sport trim level comes with a spare tire, but by and large, the answer is no. Automakers have been phasing out the spare tire in recent years, offering it only in certain trim levels or as an add-on.
What’s the recommended tire pressure for a Subaru?
Typically between 32-36 psi. For a Crosstrek: 33 psi. For an Outback: 35 psi. For a Forester: 32 psi. Check your tire wall, and it should tell you exactly how many pounds of pressure per square inch you’re going to need to ride safely.
How do you reset the tire pressure indicator on a Subaru?
Turn the key on, but don’t start the car. Read your owner’s manual to find your TPMS reset button; hold that down until your light blinks three times, then release. Run the car for 20 minutes to reset the sensor. Or, drive at 50 mph for 10 minutes.
