Subaru Forester (SG) Wheel Lug Pattern, Offset, and Rim Size Guide
The Subaru Forester (SG), produced from 2002 to 2008, features a consistent wheel lug pattern crucial for selecting compatible aftermarket wheels. This model uses a 5 × 100 mm PCD wheel lug pattern, meaning 5 lug nuts spaced on a 100 mm pitch circle diameter. \n\nFor proper wheel fitment, the offset (ET) and center bore must also be considered. The Forester (SG) typically has a wheel offset ranging from ET48 to ET55 and a center bore diameter of 56.1 mm. Maintaining these specifications ensures optimal wheel alignment, brake clearance, and aesthetics.\n\nRim sizes for the Subaru Forester (SG) generally range from 15 to 17 inches in diameter. When selecting rims, matching these sizes with the correct lug pattern, offset, and center bore guarantees safety and performance. Use this reference to confirm fitment based on your model year and wheel configuration.
Year
| Make / model / trim | Year | Tire | Rim width (in) | Rim diam. (in) | Bolt pattern | Offset ET | Bore DIA | Mounting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 | 2019 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 S Turbo | 2019 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 | 2019 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 | 2018 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 S Turbo | 2018 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 | 2018 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 | 2017 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 S Turbo | 2017 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 | 2017 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 | 2016 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 S Turbo | 2016 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 | 2016 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 | 2015 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 S Turbo | 2015 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 | 2015 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 | 2014 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 S Turbo | 2014 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 | 2014 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 | 2013 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 S Turbo | 2013 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 | 2013 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 | 2012 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 S Turbo | 2012 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 | 2012 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 | 2011 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 S Turbo | 2011 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 | 2011 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 | 2010 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 S Turbo | 2010 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 | 2010 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 | 2009 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 S Turbo | 2009 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 | 2009 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 | 2008 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 S Turbo | 2008 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 | 2008 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 | 2007 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 S Turbo | 2007 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 X | 2007 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 | 2007 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 XT | 2007 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 | 2006 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 S Turbo | 2006 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 X | 2006 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 | 2006 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 XT | 2006 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 | 2005 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 S Turbo | 2005 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 X | 2005 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 | 2005 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 XT | 2005 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 | 2004 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 S Turbo | 2004 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 | 2004 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 | 2003 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 S Turbo | 2003 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.5 | 2003 | 215/55R17 | 7 | 17 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 | 2002 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
| Subaru Forester (SG) 2.0 S Turbo | 2002 | 205/70R15 | 6.5 | 15 | 5×100 | 48 | 56.1 | M12*1,25 |
FAQ
- What is the Subaru Forester (SG) wheel lug pattern?
- The Subaru Forester (SG) has a 5 × 100 mm wheel lug pattern.
- What wheel offset (ET) suits the Forester (SG)?
- Compatible wheel offsets for the Forester (SG) range from ET48 to ET55.
- What is the center bore size for Subaru Forester (SG) wheels?
- The center bore size is 56.1 mm for Subaru Forester (SG) wheels.
Tire size calculatorShow
Compare two tire sizes — diameter, speedometer error, and clearance change.
inchmm
| Size 1 | Size 2 | Diff | Diff(%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diameter | 25.0" | 25.4" | 0.5" | 1.89% |
| Width | 7.7" | 8.5" | 0.8" | 10.26% |
| Circumference | 78.4" | 79.9" | 1.5" | 1.86% |
| Profile height | 5.0" | 4.2" | -0.7" | -15.08% |
| Turnover per mile | 807 | 793 | 14 | -1.73% |
| Clearance | - | - | +0.2" | - |
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Speedometer Error
(First wheel OEM size)
| Reading | 20 mph | 30 mph | 40 mph | 50 mph | 60 mph | 70 mph | 80 mph | 90 mph |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Actual | 20.4 | 30.5 | 40.7 | 50.9 | 61.1 | 71.2 | 81.4 | 91.6 |