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Subaru Impreza generations and tyre sizes

Impreza

I

1993 – 1998
Petrol66–155 kW (90–211 PS)Manual / Automatic
175/70 R14185/70 R14195/60 R15205/50 R16
Impreza

I (1. Facelift)

1998 – 2000
Petrol70–160 kW (95–218 PS)Manual / Automatic
175/70 R14185/70 R14195/60 R15205/50 R16
Impreza

II

2000 – 2002
Petrol70–195 kW (95–265 PS)Manual / Automatic
185/70 R14205/50 R16215/45 R17225/45 R17
Impreza II (1. Facelift)

II (1. Facelift)

2002 – 2005
Petrol, LPG70–195 kW (95–265 PS)Manual / Automatic
185/70 R14205/50 R16215/45 R17225/45 R17
Impreza II (2. Facelift)

II (2. Facelift)

2005 – 2007
Petrol, LPG77–206 kW (105–280 PS)Manual / Automatic
195/60 R15205/50 R16215/45 R17225/45 R17
Impreza III

III

2007 – 2014
LPG, Petrol, Diesel79–221 kW (107–300 PS)Manual / Automatic
195/65 R15205/55 R16205/50 R17245/40 R18
Impreza IV

IV

2010 – 2017
Petrol, Diesel, LPG84–221 kW (114–300 PS)Manual / Automatic
195/65 R15205/55 R16245/40 R18
Impreza IV (1. Facelift)

IV (1. Facelift)

2016 – 2018
Petrol84–221 kW (114–300 PS)Manual / Automatic
195/65 R15205/55 R16205/50 R17215/45 R17225/45 R17225/40 R18
Impreza V

V

2018 – 2020
Petrol84–115 kW (114–156 PS)Automatic
205/55 R16205/50 R17225/45 R17225/40 R18235/35 R19
Impreza Impreza V (1. Facelift)

Impreza V (1. Facelift)

2020 – 2024
Petrol84–110 kW (114–150 PS)Automatic
205/55 R16205/50 R17215/50 R17
Impreza Impreza VI

Impreza VI

2024 – Now
Petrol100 kW (136 PS)Automatic
215/50 R17225/55 R18

For the Subaru Impreza in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (rated 9.4/10) and Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (rated 9.1/10). The Subaru Impreza uses 14 tyre sizes across 11 generations. The Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 excels in Dry performance while the Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P 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.

Winter tyres for Subaru Impreza - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for Subaru Impreza

Best tyres for Subaru Impreza by category

Best for dry
Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4
8.9/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for noise
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
9.3/10
Best for snow
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best overall
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
9.4/10

Tyre comparison for Subaru Impreza

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Michelin PILOT ALPIN 59.47.58.87.68.1Premium57%
2Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium78%
3Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium178%
4Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium128%
5GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+9.08.58.08.98.5Premium114%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Subaru Impreza?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Subaru Impreza are: Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (9.4/10), Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (9.1/10), Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Subaru Impreza?
The Subaru Impreza uses the following tyre sizes: 175/70 R14, 185/70 R14, 195/60 R15, 205/50 R16, 215/45 R17, 225/45 R17, 195/65 R15, 205/55 R16, 205/50 R17, 245/40 R18, 225/40 R18, 235/35 R19, 215/50 R17, 225/55 R18.
How many generations does the Subaru Impreza have?
The Subaru Impreza has 11 generations, from 1993 to 2024.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Subaru Impreza?
For wet road performance on Subaru Impreza, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 good for Subaru Impreza?
Yes, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 is the top-rated tyre for Subaru Impreza with a rating of 9.4/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 57% of Subaru Impreza tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Subaru Impreza?
To choose the right tyres for Subaru Impreza: 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.

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