--- title: "2010-2014 Subaru Outback Tire Size: 225/60R17" description: "Every one of 2 factory tire sizes fitted to the 2010-2014 Subaru Outback, 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/outback/2010-2014/tires" updated: "2026-08-21" --- # 2010-2014 Subaru Outback Tire Sizes, Pressure and Bolt Pattern Every one of 2 factory tire sizes fitted to the 2010-2014 Subaru Outback, by trim and wheel diameter, with recommended cold pressures. Bolt pattern 5x100. Lug nuts torque to 89 lb-ft. **Quick answer**: The 2010-2014 Subaru Outback came with 2 factory tire sizes depending on trim, from 225/60R17 (2.5i, 2.5i Premium (17-in)) up. Check the table for your trim. ## 2010-2014 Subaru Outback factory tire sizes (High confidence) | Trim / wheels | Tire size | Pressure (F/R) | Rating | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2.5i, 2.5i Premium (17-in) | 225/60R17 | 32 psi | 99H | | 2.5i Limited, 3.6R, 3.6R Limited (18-in) | 225/55R18 | 32 psi | N/A | ## 2010-2014 Subaru Outback 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 Outback model years does this cover? These tire sizes specifications apply to every Subaru Outback built from 2010 through 2014, the BR (4th generation), mid-size wagon/crossover. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. - [2010 Outback](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010) - [2011 Outback](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2011) - [2012 Outback](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2012) - [2013 Outback](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2013) - [2014 Outback](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2014) ## What changed during the 2010-2014 Subaru Outback | Years | What changed | | --- | --- | | 2010-2012 | Generation launch; pre-facelift styling, slightly taller ride height than later years | | 2011 | Minor changes following the 2010 redesign: XM satellite radio becomes standard and the power liftgate feature expands to more trims | | 2012 | Premium trim gains a new standard six-speaker stereo along with standard Bluetooth and USB connectivity | | 2013-2014 | Minor facelift: revised front/rear fascias, updated infotainment options; mechanical specs carry over | ## 2010-2014 Subaru Outback tire sizes: common questions ### What size tires does a 2010-2014 Subaru Outback 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 2010-2014 Subaru Outback? 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 2010-2014 Subaru Outback? 32 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 2010-2014 Subaru Outback? 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 2010-2014 Subaru Outback come with a spare tire? Compact temporary spare under the cargo floor. ## Sources - [Wikipedia, Subaru Outback generations (BR)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subaru_Outback) - [AMSOIL lookup, 2013 Outback 2.5L FB25 oil spec/capacity](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2013/subaru/outback/2-5l-4-cyl-engine-code-fb25-5/) - [Subaru Outback Forums, real oil capacity of EZ36 in 3.6R](https://www.subaruoutback.org/threads/real-oil-capacity-of-ez36d-engine-in-3-6r-ob.48513/) - [Subaru Outback Forums, CVT in the 3.6 (5AT vs CVT by year)](https://www.subaruoutback.org/threads/cvt-in-the-3-6.513017/) - [NHTSA, 2013V194000 steering column recall bulletin (WQI-45)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2013/MC-10234893-9999.pdf) - [NHTSA, 18V626 electronic parking brake actuator recall (WTV-81)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2018/RCRIT-18V626-0981.pdf) - [Class Law Group, Subaru oil consumption class action settlement summary](https://www.classlawgroup.com/subaru-oil-consumption-class-action-lawsuit) - [Subaru Outback Forums, 2011 Premium tire size (225/60R17)](https://www.subaruoutback.org/threads/tire-size.83410/) - [Conley Subaru, Outback lug nut torque by model year](https://www.conleysubaru.com/subaru-research/subaru-outback-lug-nut-torque/) - [samarins.com, 2010-2014 Subaru Outback common problems](https://www.samarins.com/reviews/outback_10.html) ## Other Subaru Outback generations - [2020-2025 Subaru Outback tire sizes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2020-2025/tires) - [2015-2019 Subaru Outback tire sizes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2015-2019/tires) Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/tires). ## More for the 2010-2014 Subaru Outback - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/battery) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/outback/2010-2014/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.