--- title: "2014-2018 Subaru Forester Tire Size: 225/60R17" description: "Every one of 2 factory tire sizes fitted to the 2014-2018 Subaru Forester, by trim and wheel diameter, with recommended cold pressures. Bolt pattern 5x100. Lug nuts torque to 89 lb-ft." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/tires" updated: "2026-08-21" --- # 2014-2018 Subaru Forester Tire Sizes, Pressure and Bolt Pattern Every one of 2 factory tire sizes fitted to the 2014-2018 Subaru Forester, by trim and wheel diameter, with recommended cold pressures. Bolt pattern 5x100. Lug nuts torque to 89 lb-ft. **Quick answer**: The 2014-2018 Subaru Forester came with 2 factory tire sizes depending on trim, from 225/60R17 (2.5i, Premium (17-in)) up. Check the table for your trim. ## 2014-2018 Subaru Forester factory tire sizes (High confidence) | Trim / wheels | Tire size | Pressure (F/R) | Rating | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2.5i, Premium (17-in) | 225/60R17 | 33 psi | N/A | | Limited, Touring, 2.0XT (18-in) | 225/55R18 | 33 psi | N/A | ## 2014-2018 Subaru Forester bolt pattern and lug nut torque | Spec | Value | | --- | --- | | Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x100 | | Lug nut torque | 89 lb-ft | | Spare tire | Compact temporary spare under the cargo floor | Tighten in a star pattern with a torque wrench, then re-check after roughly 50 miles. An impact gun routinely overshoots the figure above by 100 lb-ft or more, which warps rotors and stretches studs. ## Which Subaru Forester model years does this cover? These tire sizes specifications apply to every Subaru Forester built from 2014 through 2018, the SJ (4th generation), compact crossover suv. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. - [2014 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014) - [2015 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2015) - [2016 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2016) - [2017 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2017) - [2018 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2018) ## What changed during the 2014-2018 Subaru Forester | Years | What changed | | --- | --- | | 2014 | Full redesign: all-new SGP-adjacent platform, FA20DIT turbo replaces the EJ25 turbo and moves to the CVT, first EyeSight availability on Forester | | 2015 | Standard rearview camera added across all trims; 18-in wheels become available on the 2.5i | | 2016 | New touchscreen-based infotainment interface across the lineup, with a standard 6.2-in touchscreen on the base 2.5i trim | | 2017 | Facelift: revised front/rear styling, updated infotainment, LED headlight option on Touring | | 2018 | Final year of this generation | ## 2014-2018 Subaru Forester tire sizes: common questions ### What size tires does a 2014-2018 Subaru Forester take? It varies by trim and wheel size, 2 factory fitments exist, from 225/60R17 up. Check the placard on the driver's door jamb for the size your specific vehicle left the factory with. ### What is the bolt pattern on a 2014-2018 Subaru Forester? 5x100. That is the figure you need when shopping for aftermarket wheels; centre bore and offset still have to match separately. ### What should the tire pressure be on a 2014-2018 Subaru Forester? 33 PSI front and rear, measured cold. The number moulded into the tire sidewall is the tire's maximum, not the vehicle's recommendation. Do not inflate to it. ### What is the lug nut torque for a 2014-2018 Subaru Forester? 89 lb-ft, tightened in a star pattern with a torque wrench. Impact guns routinely overshoot this by 100 lb-ft or more, which warps rotors and stretches studs. ### Does the 2014-2018 Subaru Forester come with a spare tire? Compact temporary spare under the cargo floor. ## Sources - [Wikipedia, Subaru Forester generations (SJ)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subaru_Forester) - [subaruforester.org, 2017 Forester engine oil capacity thread (5.1 qt, FB25)](https://www.subaruforester.org/threads/2017-engine-oil-capacity.832865/) - [AMSOIL lookup, 2016 Forester 2.0L FA20F Turbo oil spec/capacity](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2016/subaru/forester/2-0l-4-cyl-engine-code-fa20f-3-turbo/) - [MotorWeek, 2014 Subaru Forester review (2.0XT: 250 hp / 258 lb-ft, ~23/28 mpg)](https://motorweek.org/road_tests/2014_subaru_forester/) - [subaruforester.org, 2014 Forester 2.0XT HP and torque discussion](https://www.subaruforester.org/threads/2014-forester-2-0xt-hp-and-torque.134114/) - [turbochargersdirect.com, Subaru banjo bolt oil feed line/cylinder head connection explainer](https://turbochargersdirect.com/subaru-tsb-banjo-bolt-at-oil-feed-line-and-cylinder-head-connection/) - [NHTSA, Recall 19V701000 product campaign bulletin (WUM-98, passenger ODS sensor)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RCRIT-19V701-9656.pdf) - [Consumer Reports, Subaru Forester SUVs recalled for airbag deactivation risk](https://www.consumerreports.org/car-recalls-defects/subaru-forester-suvs-recalled-for-airbag-deactivation-risk/) - [classaction.org, Subaru windshield settlement given preliminary approval](https://www.classaction.org/news/subaru-windshield-settlement-given-preliminary-approval-reimbursements-extended-warranty-available) - [tirecalculatorhub.com, Subaru Forester OEM tire size guide by year](https://tirecalculatorhub.com/guides/subaru-tire-calculator) - [wiperhaus.com, Subaru Forester wiper blade size guide](https://wiperhaus.com/blogs/subaru-forester-information/2024-subaru-forester-windshield-wiper-blade-size) ## Other Subaru Forester generations - [2025-2026 Subaru Forester tire sizes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2025-2026/tires) - [2019-2024 Subaru Forester tire sizes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2019-2024/tires) - [2012-2013 Subaru Forester tire sizes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2012-2013/tires) Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/tires). ## More for the 2014-2018 Subaru Forester - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/battery) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.