Tire fitment
The 2025-2026 Subaru Forester base tire size is 225/60R17 — 225 mm wide with a 60% aspect ratio on 17″ rims. 3 OEM sizes are available across trims.
2025-2026 Subaru Forester
225/60R1727.6″ overall diameter · 135 mm sidewall · ~730 rev/mi
| Trim | Tire size | Rim | Diameter | vs Base |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base/Premium ★ | 225/60R17 | 7×17″ | 27.6″ (701.8 mm) | — |
| Limited | 225/55R18 | 7×18″ | 27.7″ (704.7 mm) | +0.41% |
| Sport/Touring | 235/50R19 | 7.5×19″ | 28.3″ (717.6 mm) | +2.25% |
The 2025-2026 Subaru Forester ships with 225/60R17 tires on the base trim — that's an overall diameter of 27.6″. The 225 mm width and 60% sidewall ratio give you 135 mm of sidewall cushion between the rim and the road.
Match the load index and speed rating from your door-jamb placard — not just the size. If you're switching sizes, keep the overall diameter within ~3% to avoid speedometer error and potential ABS/traction-control issues.
Factory fitment for the 2025-2026 Subaru Forester; verify against your door-jamb placard or owner's manual.
The base 2025-2026 Subaru Forester uses 225/60R17 tires — 225 mm wide, 60% aspect ratio, on 17-inch rims. The overall diameter is 27.6″ (701.8 mm). Higher trims use different sizes — see the table above. Confirm against your door-jamb placard.
Yes, within limits. Keep the overall diameter within about 3% of 27.6″ to avoid speedometer error and clearance issues. A wider tire may improve grip, but match the load and speed ratings your Forester requires.
225/60R17 tires have an overall diameter of 27.6″ (701.8 mm), with a 135 mm sidewall height. That's about 730 revolutions per mile.
The 2025-2026 Subaru Forester tire sizes shown are OEM factory fitments. Confirm your exact tire size, load rating, and speed rating against the door-jamb placard or owner's manual before buying tires.