Subaru Outback Spare Tire Fitment Guide
The Subaru Outback used 5x100 mm, 5x4.5" (5x114.3 mm) and mm bolt pattern variations from 2000 to 2026 along with tire diameters ranging from 26.6" to 28.7" tall. Using a temporary compact spare tire with a diameter close to the standard tire has many benefits, especially for modern vehicles with larger brake calipers and anti-lock brakes or traction control systems.
The tire diameter and the wheel diameter clearance have been taken into account for the specific Subaru Outback years and options. In this case, 145/80R17, 145/65R20, 145/80R19 and 155/85R18 spare tire sizes are used to avoid vehicle components while closely matching the original tire size diameters. We've provided a breakdown by vehicle generation and model specifics to help you find the correct Subaru Outback spare tire.
2026-2026 Subaru Outback Spare Tires
This generation of the Subaru Outback began in 2026 and is still the current model being produced. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution including XT and Wilderness versions.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Subaru | Outback | mm | 28.5-28.7" | 145/80R19 | 28.1" |
2020-2025 Subaru Outback Spare Tires
This generation of the Subaru Outback began in 2020 and was available through 2025. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution including XT and Wilderness versions.
There was a facelift redesign in 2023 that updated the styling, but the spare requirements stayed the same.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Subaru | Outback | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 28.5-28.6" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
| 2024 | Subaru | Outback | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 28.5-28.6" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
| 2023 | Subaru | Outback | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 28.5-28.6" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
| 2022 | Subaru | Outback | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 28.5-28.6" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
| 2021 | Subaru | Outback | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 28.5-28.6" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
| 2020 | Subaru | Outback | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 28.5-28.6" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
2015-2019 Subaru Outback Spare Tires
This generation of the Subaru Outback began in 2015 and was available through 2019. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution including 2.5i and 3.6R versions.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Subaru | Outback | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 28.5-28.6" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
| 2018 | Subaru | Outback | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 28.5-28.6" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
| 2017 | Subaru | Outback | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 28.5-28.6" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
| 2016 | Subaru | Outback | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 28.5-28.6" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
| 2015 | Subaru | Outback | 5x4.5" (114.3 mm) | 28.5-28.6" | 155/85R18 | 28.4" |
2010-2014 Subaru Outback Spare Tires
This generation of the Subaru Outback began in 2010 and was available through 2014. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution including 2.5i and 3.6R versions.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Subaru | Outback | 5x100 mm | 27.6-27.9" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 2013 | Subaru | Outback | 5x100 mm | 27.6-27.9" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 2012 | Subaru | Outback | 5x100 mm | 27.6-27.9" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 2011 | Subaru | Outback | 5x100 mm | 27.6-27.9" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
| 2010 | Subaru | Outback | 5x100 mm | 27.6-27.9" | 145/65R20 | 27.4" |
2005-2009 Subaru Outback Spare Tires
This generation of the Subaru Outback began in 2005 and was available through 2009. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution including XT and 3.0R versions.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Subaru | Outback | 5x100 mm | 26.6-26.7" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |
| 2008 | Subaru | Outback | 5x100 mm | 26.6-26.7" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |
| 2007 | Subaru | Outback | 5x100 mm | 26.6-26.7" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |
| 2006 | Subaru | Outback | 5x100 mm | 26.7" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |
| 2005 | Subaru | Outback | 5x100 mm | 26.6-26.7" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |
2000-2004 Subaru Outback Spare Tires
This generation of the Subaru Outback began in 2000 and was available through 2004. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Subaru | Outback | 5x100 mm | 26.6" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |
| 2003 | Subaru | Outback | 5x100 mm | 26.6" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |
| 2002 | Subaru | Outback | 5x100 mm | 26.6" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |
| 2001 | Subaru | Outback | 5x100 mm | 26.6" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |
| 2000 | Subaru | Outback | 5x100 mm | 26.6" | 145/80R17 | 26.1" |