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Subaru WRX (GD/GG, 2002-2007): Wheels & tires mods
Better tires on wider wheels Reported
Grassroots calls this the best bang-for-the-buck upgrade for the standard WRX; the small stock 16x6.5 wheels limited grip. Wheel basics: 5x100, 56.1 mm hub; BRZ/86 wheels share the pattern per one retailer.
Caveats: Never treat spacers as a substitute for the correct bolt pattern.
Parts: Aftermarket 5x100 / 56.1 mm wheels (BRZ/86-pattern), OEM 2002-2005 WRX wheel (16x6.5 +53), OEM 2006-2007 WRX wheel (17x7 +55)
Sources (3)
- Insider guide: Make the most of your 2002-'07 Subaru Impreza WRX — Grassroots Motorsports (Feb 2009 issue) (editorial; read 2026-10-15; full page read)
- Subaru WRX and STI Wheel Information — FastWRX (vendor article; read 2026-10-15; search excerpt only)
- WRX & STI Wheel Fitment by Era: 5x100 Bugeye to 5x114.3 VA — ThreePiece.us (vendor article; read 2026-10-15; search excerpt only)
Skid plates for rallycross/stage use Limited
Grassroots points rally-bound owners to aftermarket skid plates and to factory Subaru plates from the Outback Sport.
Caveats: No part numbers or years given by the source.
Parts: Factory skid plates from Impreza-based Outback Sport
Sources (1)
- Insider guide: Make the most of your 2002-'07 Subaru Impreza WRX — Grassroots Motorsports (Feb 2009 issue) (editorial; read 2026-10-15; full page read)