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Subaru Forester generations and tyre sizes

Forester

I

1997 – 2001
205/70 R15215/60 R16
Forester I (1. Facelift)

I (1. Facelift)

2001 – 2002
205/70 R15215/60 R16225/45 R18
Forester II

II

2002 – 2005
205/70 R15215/60 R16
Forester II (1. Facelift)

II (1. Facelift)

2005 – 2008
215/60 R16215/55 R17
Forester III

III

2008 – 2011
215/65 R16225/55 R17
Forester III (1. Facelift)

III (1. Facelift)

2011 – 2013
215/65 R16225/55 R17
Forester IV

IV

2013 – 2015
225/60 R17225/55 R18
Forester IV (1. Facelift)

IV (1. Facelift)

2015 – 2020
225/60 R17225/55 R18
Forester V

V

2020 – 2021
225/60 R17225/55 R18245/50 R18225/50 R19245/45 R19
Forester Forester V (1. Facelift)

Forester V (1. Facelift)

2021 – 2025
225/60 R17225/55 R18
Forester Forester VI

Forester VI

2025 – Now
225/55 R18235/50 R19

For the Subaru Forester in 2026, the top-rated tyres are Hankook Ventus Evo (rated 10.0/10) and Continental Premiumcontact 7 (rated 9.7/10). The Subaru Forester uses 12 tyre sizes across 11 generations. The Hankook Ventus Evo excels in Dry performance while the Continental Premiumcontact 7 stands out in Wet performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

tyres for Subaru Forester - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Matching tyres for Subaru Forester

Frequently asked questions

What are the best tyres for Subaru Forester?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated tyres for Subaru Forester are: Hankook Ventus Evo (10.0/10), Continental Premiumcontact 7 (9.7/10), Pirelli CINTURATO (C3) (9.7/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Subaru Forester?
The Subaru Forester uses the following tyre sizes: 205/70 R15, 215/60 R16, 225/45 R18, 215/55 R17, 215/65 R16, 225/55 R17, 225/60 R17, 225/55 R18, 245/50 R18, 225/50 R19, 245/45 R19, 235/50 R19.
How many generations does the Subaru Forester have?
The Subaru Forester has 11 generations, from 1997 to 2025.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Subaru Forester?
For wet road performance on Subaru Forester, the top-rated tyres are Pirelli CINTURATO (C3) (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Hankook Ventus Evo good for Subaru Forester?
Yes, the Hankook Ventus Evo is the top-rated tyre for Subaru Forester with a rating of 10.0/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 58% of Subaru Forester tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Subaru Forester?
To choose the right tyres for Subaru Forester: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.
What is the difference between summer and winter tyres for Subaru Forester?
Summer tyres are optimized for warm temperatures (above 7 degrees C) with better dry and wet grip. Winter tyres use softer compounds and deeper treads for cold conditions, snow and ice. All-season tyres offer a compromise but do not match specialists in extreme conditions. Choose based on your climate and driving needs.

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