Subaru BRZ – Our Top Tire Picks
By: Discount Tire
A collaboration between Toyota and Subaru that started in 2012, the Subaru BRZ has an established reputation for punching up when it comes to delivering serious thrills, even compared to higher-powered (and higher-priced) sports cars.
You may not see as many BRZs on the road as you do Outbacks or Foresters, but drivers of this zippy coupe are truly the prototypical die-hard fan.
Subaru BRZ Specs
As of 2022, the Subaru BRZ and Toyota's counterpart, the 86, feature a slightly more refined design with tighter suspension and, critically, more power. In case you were wondering, that's why the internet seems to be exploding with anticipation about the newest iteration of this fan-favorite coupe.
More power. More speed. More steering response.
228 horses of naturally aspirated power in a RWD, two-door chassis, the latest BRZ gives driving purists exactly what they want. Good, clean driving fun. With a nearly perfect weight ratio, the 2.4-liter boxer engine provides more than enough power to thrill any driver, whether you're planning on trimming some time off your commute or your laps at the track.
Plus, with a purported 60% increase in front-end rigidity, Subaru has tightened up the BRZ's suspension, allowing for tighter handling and more control of the road.
In short, this car is custom-made for anyone craving RWD, high-powered excitement.
Now, we could natter on about the specs of this beast forever. But we won't. No, we're here to talk about something that's rather a speciality of ours: the tires!
Subaru BRZ Tire Specs
Per the 2022 Subaru BRZ specs, the latest BRZ includes some familiar features where its tires are concerned.
As with previous models, the BRZ will come rolling on 17'' or 18'' rims, depending on which model you opt for. Wrapping those sporty alloy wheels will be the following tire sizes:
Anyone familiar with previous BRZ variants will likely recognize those sizes, as they're a match for the OE fitments on current models of this beloved RWD coupe.
And we're ecstatic to see that the good people at Subaru are keeping these tire sizes on the new-gen BRZ. For the size of the vehicle, these tires are the perfect fit to control the ponies coming out of that four-cylinder boxer engine, but they should still be a lot of fun to get sideways.
Plus, they're easily available, with dozens of great options for track-ready summer tires, as well as UHP all-season fitments for the driver who demands performance that doesn't give up any traction when foul weather strikes.
With these things in mind, here are our top tire picks for the 2022 Subaru BRZ!
Continental ExtremeContact Sport 02
One pick for the 2022+ BRZ is a refined summer tire for the driver who wants all-out performance that doesn't compromise on-road comfort. After all, we can't spend all day every day at the track, can we?
Enter our second recommendation, the Continental Extreme Contact Sport 02.
First and foremost a performance tire, the Extreme Contact Sport 02 is built with a durable +Silane summer tread compound. Designed for use at high speeds and high heat, this rubber mixture ensures consistent performance from the first lap to the last.
With its asymmetrical tread pattern, the Extreme Contact Sport 02 leverages a wide outer shoulder block and solid center rib for constant rubber-to-road contact. This gives you immediate steering feedback and a centered on-road feel.
To keep the thrills around when the sky starts falling, this tire sports wide longitudinal grooves, giving you a clear path through wet roads. And because it's enhanced with silica, its tread compound helps you stay glued in place no matter how heavy the rain falls.
Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate
Interested in razor sharp steering response AND competent all-season traction? Our next pick may just sit right at the top of your list for Subaru BRZ tires: theGoodyear Eagle Exhilarate.
Designed to give your BRZ sporty performance you can depend on year-round, the Eagle Exhilarate can weather the changing of seasons with ease.
Thanks to its ActiveGrip tread design, the Exhilarate provides adaptive grip that handles a warm, dry day just as easily as it deals with a wet, dreary one. And with its advanced network of sipes and circumferential grooves, you can expect all-season functionality that doesn't drag down your vehicle's performance.
And because we know you don't want to give up an inch of performance of your Subaru, this Goodyear Eagle tire features large shoulder blocks and a semi-solid rib design. These performance-oriented features optimize rubber placement, giving you rapid maneuverability and confident control, no matter where you're driving.
Plus, it's backed by a 45,000-mile treadwear warranty. (Sounds like a serious confidence booster to us!)
For long-lasting UHP performance that can handle any weather that comes your way, the Goodyear Eagle Exhilarate is a very strong option for your BRZ.
You'll notice a trend in our top tire picks for the Subaru BRZ: these tires are built for pure, unadulterated excitement. No matter which set you end up with, you're in for some seriously fun times behind the wheel of your 2nd-gen BRZ.
If you need to re-up or upgrade the rubber on your BRZ (or any other vehicle you drive), you can find the right tires for your needs using Treadwell, our proprietary tire guide.
And like any good gearhead, you may be scoping out a set of aftermarket rims for your BRZ. We've got you covered. Plus, with our great deals on custom tire and wheel packages, you can upgrade the style and performance of your new Subi with a single purchase.
When you're ready to make that upgrade to your ride, schedule an appointment at your nearest location!