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What wheel and tire specs fit best on the VB?
18x9.5 +38 on 255/35 is the proven baseline at or near stock height. Lower the car, go taller or wider, or pick a tire that runs wide, and rubbing at the rear flare becomes likely.
Updated 03/26
Read answerCan I drive a WRX on the factory summer tires in winter?
No, not safely. Summer compound goes hard below roughly 45F and loses grip on dry roads as well as snow. All-wheel drive helps you accelerate and does nothing at all for braking or cornering.
Updated 08/26
Read answerShould I run 255/40R18 or 265/35R18 tires on a 2022+ WRX?
Neither is the default - 255/35 is. Between these two, 265/35 is wider and slightly shorter than stock, while 255/40 is taller than stock and the more likely to rub once lowered.
Updated 08/26
Read answerWill 18x9.5 +38 wheels fit a 2022+ WRX without rubbing?
Yes at or near stock height with a 255/35 tire - that combination is the proven VB baseline. Lower the car, run a taller or wider tire, or pick a tire that runs wide, and rubbing becomes likely.
Updated 08/26
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