Subarus eat tires??

[langenc]

Have a 2020 Outback w/ just a few miles over 48000, bought new on Sep 19., New tires at about 25000. Didn't buy cheapest or most expensive.

Car was parked w/ wheels turned off center the other day and noticed how thin these tires are now. With winter not far off Im betting will need another set before snow here in MI (250 mi N Detroit).

My second Subaru (first/last?) if wife has any input.

Is 2 sets of tires for 50000 normal for 4WD Subaru-yes I get rotated quite regular\ and watch inflation.

 

[bill1719]

My faulkens got to 65k

 

[bmart]

I beat mine to death, including track days, and they get more than yours. Pics might help us help you. Are they wearing evenly? How do you rotate (are they directional tires?)? What PSI are you running (cold or warm?)?

 

[Train Dan]

bmart is asking legitimate questions. OTOH, it's been my experience that OEM tires make it to maybe 25K, so two sets in twice that isn't out of the question. I'm talking everything from Wrangler Jeeps to BMWs. We'll see how the Subie fares.
I'm fussy about alignments and check pressure once a month, and still get mediocre tire mileage.
I'm no racer, but the skinny pedal is my favorite.
BTW, have a look on The Tire Rack, they have guidelines for tire purchases. You can ask for everything from 'great traction' to 'great mileage'. The two are not compatible, and price is no guarantee of either. You can buy from them if you want.
Dan

 

[pittpa]

Getting thin? What is the tread depth? If you don’t have a tread dept gauge , it’s time to buy one. I use mine to catch uneven wear patterns before they become a problem, Tires being as expensive as they are.

 

[Labradog13]

I have Michelin Defender tires from Costco. Consumer Reports gave them the highest rating for my 2017 Outback. Costco techs said they routinely go 100-120K.

 

[Train Dan]

Costco techs said they routinely go 100-120K.

Well, okay...
Dan

 

[pittpa]

I have Michelin Defender tires from Costco. Consumer Reports gave them the highest rating for my 2017 Outback. Costco techs said they routinely go 100-120K.

Well, okay...
Dan

Last October CR reported “From this extensive test program, we found that high-scoring all-season tires last about 55,000 to 95,000 miles. Two top-rated tires from Michelin (the Defender2 all-season tire and CrossClimate2 all-weather tire in the all-season SUV category) are projected to provide 100,000 and 95,000 miles of tread life in CR’s test, respectively.”