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Subaru Legacy generations and tyre sizes

Legacy

I

1989 – 1994
Petrol76–147 kW (103–200 PS)Manual
Legacy

II

1994 – 1999
Petrol85–110 kW (116–150 PS)Manual / Automatic
Legacy

III

1998 – 2003
Petrol92–115 kW (125–156 PS)Manual / Automatic
Legacy III (1. Facelift)

III (1. Facelift)

2001 – 2003
Petrol92–115 kW (125–156 PS)Manual / Automatic
Legacy

IV

2003 – 2006
LPG, Petrol101–180 kW (137–245 PS)Manual / Automatic
Legacy IV (1. Facelift)

IV (1. Facelift)

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

V

2009 – 2015
Diesel, Petrol, LPG110–127 kW (150–173 PS)Manual / Automatic

For the Subaru Legacy in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Hankook Ventus Evo (rated 9.9/10) and Continental Premiumcontact 7 (rated 9.8/10). The Subaru Legacy uses 10 tyre sizes across 7 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.

Summer tyres for Subaru Legacy - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for Subaru Legacy

Best tyres for Subaru Legacy by category

Best for dry
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
9.2/10
Best for wet
Hankook Ventus Evo
9.0/10
Best for comfort
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
9.1/10
Best for noise
Michelin Primacy 5
9.0/10
Best overall
Hankook Ventus Evo
9.9/10

Tyre comparison for Subaru Legacy

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Hankook Ventus Evo9.99.09.18.88.6Premium70%
2Continental Premiumcontact 79.88.98.96.76.9Premium60%
3Dunlop Blue Response TG9.8----Premium110%
4Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 69.48.59.18.17.4Premium60%
5Michelin Pilot Sport 59.48.08.76.67.3Premium50%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for Subaru Legacy?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for Subaru Legacy are: Hankook Ventus Evo (9.9/10), Continental Premiumcontact 7 (9.8/10), Dunlop Blue Response TG (9.8/10). 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 Hankook Ventus Evo (9.0/10) And Continental Premiumcontact 7 (8.9/10).
Are Hankook Ventus Evo good for Subaru Legacy?
Yes, the Hankook Ventus Evo is the top-rated tyre for Subaru Legacy with a rating of 9.9/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. 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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