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Subaru Legacy generations and tyre sizes

Legacy

I

1989 – 1994
Petrol76–147 kW (103–200 PS)Manual
175/70 R14185/70 R14205/60 R15
Legacy

II

1994 – 1999
Petrol85–110 kW (116–150 PS)Manual / Automatic
195/60 R15205/50 R16
Legacy

III

1998 – 2003
Petrol92–115 kW (125–156 PS)Manual / Automatic
185/70 R14195/60 R15205/50 R16
Legacy III (1. Facelift)

III (1. Facelift)

2001 – 2003
Petrol92–115 kW (125–156 PS)Manual / Automatic
195/60 R15205/50 R16
Legacy

IV

2003 – 2006
LPG, Petrol101–180 kW (137–245 PS)Manual / Automatic
205/55 R16215/45 R17215/45 R18
Legacy IV (1. Facelift)

IV (1. Facelift)

2006 – 2009
Diesel, LPG, Petrol110–180 kW (150–245 PS)Manual / Automatic
215/45 R17215/45 R18
Legacy V

V

2009 – 2015
Diesel, Petrol, LPG110–127 kW (150–173 PS)Manual / Automatic
205/60 R16215/45 R17225/45 R18

For the Subaru Legacy in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (rated 9.1/10) and Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (rated 9.0/10). The Subaru Legacy uses 10 tyre sizes across 7 generations. 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 Legacy - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for Subaru Legacy

Best tyres for Subaru Legacy 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
Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P
9.1/10

Tyre comparison for Subaru Legacy

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium70%
2Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium150%
3Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium150%
4GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+9.08.58.08.98.5Premium60%
5Dunlop Winter Sport 58.98.18.17.97.8Premium180%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Subaru Legacy?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Subaru Legacy are: Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (9.1/10), Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10), Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.0/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Subaru Legacy?
The Subaru Legacy uses the following tyre sizes: 175/70 R14, 185/70 R14, 205/60 R15, 195/60 R15, 205/50 R16, 205/55 R16, 215/45 R17, 215/45 R18, 205/60 R16, 225/45 R18.
How many generations does the Subaru Legacy have?
The Subaru Legacy has 7 generations, from 1989 to 2009.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Subaru Legacy?
For wet road performance on Subaru Legacy, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P good for Subaru Legacy?
Yes, the Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P is the top-rated tyre for Subaru Legacy with a rating of 9.1/10. Its strongest discipline is wet. It covers 70% of Subaru Legacy tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Subaru Legacy?
To choose the right tyres for Subaru Legacy: 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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