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2023 Subaru WRX Tire Fitment

2 factory tire sizes across trims — select yours below.

Trim fitment

Trim(s) OEM size
Base 235/45R17 Specs →
Limited, Premium 245/40R18 Specs →
OEM size
235/45R17
Diameter
25.33″
Sidewall
4.16″
Revs / mile
796

About 2023 Subaru WRX fitment

The 2023 Subaru WRX Base ships from the factory with 235/45R17 tires, giving a 25.33″ overall diameter and 796 revs per mile. This is the reference size the factory speedometer, odometer, ABS, and TPMS were calibrated against, so any replacement tire should stay close to 25.33″ to preserve correct readings. This model year ships in multiple configurations with different OEM tire sizes (235/45R17, 245/40R18), so confirm your exact trim badge before ordering. The smallest recommended upsize is 225/50R17 — a 2.10% diameter change — which keeps the speedometer inside factory tolerance while adding marginal ride height and sidewall compliance. The most aggressive option shown, 225/40R19, runs 3.00% taller and will likely need clearance checking on stock suspension. For a direct replacement, look for brands offering 235/45R17 in all-season, highway, or terrain-appropriate compounds — the OEM spec typically emphasizes fuel economy and tread life over grip, so aftermarket replacements often unlock better wet performance or off-road capability at similar cost. Before committing to an upsize, confirm wheel-well clearance at full steering lock and suspension compression, and verify the chosen size does not conflict with snow chains, tire-fit sensors, or any lift-kit hardware already installed.

Upsize options

Size Diameter Δ vs OEM
225/50R17 25.86″ +2.10% Details →
205/55R17 25.88″ +2.18% Details →
245/35R19 25.75″ +1.68% Details →
245/40R18 25.72″ +1.54% Details →
225/45R18 25.97″ +2.55% Details →
255/40R18 26.03″ +2.78% Details →
215/45R18 25.62″ +1.15% Details →
225/40R19 26.09″ +3.00% Details →

Check speedometer error before upsizing

Type to search · try 275/65R18 or "33" for inch aliases
Common upsizes from 235/45R17:
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235/45R17

Diameter
25.33″ / 643.3mm
Section Width
9.25
Sidewall
4.16″ / 105.75mm
Circumference
79.57
Revs/Mile
796
See tires in 235/45R17

225/50R17

Diameter
25.86″ / 656.8mm
Section Width
8.86
Sidewall
4.43″ / 112.5mm
Circumference
81.24
Revs/Mile
780
See tires in 225/50R17
235/45R17 · 25.33225/50R17 · 25.86

Speedometer & Diameter Impact

Diameter Change
+2.10%
Sidewall Change
+0.27″
Revs/Mile Δ
-16
mph

At an indicated 60 mph, your actual speed is 61.26 mph (98.59 km/h). Your speedometer reads 2.10% low versus actual speed.

Speedometer impact if you upsize from 235/45R17

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