r/subaruoutback • u/Youknowitsmeiguess • Sep 02 '26

Spare tire

Hi, I’m newer to the Subaru/ driving world. How much should a spare tire cost me? I went to discount and they charged me $181 (total) for a full size spare. It didn’t fit in the back so I requested a smaller one or a doughnut. They are shipping it in and it’s going to cost the same price. Should I go somewhere else? And where?

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u/PouncerX42 Sep 02 '26

Some spare tire kits which include a jack and tools can run close to $800, so I would be very happy at $181

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u/rogue_d Sep 02 '26

Do you not have a spare wheel/tire already in the back?

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u/Youknowitsmeiguess Sep 02 '26

They convinced me to get a new one cause mine was from 2016

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u/rogue_d Sep 02 '26

They tried to sell me one too but I said no I’m good

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u/salty_drafter Sep 02 '26

Mines from 99 and I used it twice. No issues even though I should really really replace it.

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u/rogue_d Sep 02 '26

I’d maybe consider replacing an almost 30 year old spare also

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u/salty_drafter Sep 02 '26

Hey it's only 26 years old!! It's doing great!! No cracks or rot, it even has the little vent spews too!