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Sport / Spirited Driving

Subaru Forester — Sport / Spirited Driving Tire Pressure

For sport / spirited driving use on the Subaru Forester, set cold pressures to 35 PSI front and 35 PSI rear.

Sport / Spirited Driving cold pressure
0102030405060PSI COLD352.4 bar
Front
35
241 kPa
+2 vs OEM
0102030405060PSI COLD352.4 bar
Rear
35
241 kPa
+2 vs OEM
OEM spec
33/33 PSI
Tire size
225/55R17
Curb weight
1,560 kg
Category
crossover

Adds 2 PSI front & rear for a stiffer contact patch and reduced sidewall flex in spirited driving.

Community-tuned pressures based on OEM spec + typical use-case deltas. Always verify against your door-jamb sticker for your exact trim and load rating. Minimum safe pressure is 24 PSI for most passenger tires.

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FAQ

Frequently asked

What tire pressure should I use for sport driving in the Subaru Forester?
For sport / spirited driving use on the Subaru Forester, set cold pressures to 35 PSI front and 35 PSI rear. Adds 2 PSI front & rear for a stiffer contact patch and reduced sidewall flex in spirited driving.
What is the OEM tire pressure for the Subaru Forester?
The factory cold pressure spec for the 2019–2024 Subaru Forester is 33 PSI front / 33 PSI rear. Always use the door-jamb sticker for your specific trim.
What is 35 PSI in bar or kPa?
35 PSI = 2.4 bar = 241 kPa. The rear 35 PSI = 2.4 bar.
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