After a ton of research and browsing off-road forums, I decided to upgrade my 2019 Subaru Forester with Enkei Overlander 17x8.5 wheels wrapped in 245/65R17 Falken Wildpeak A/T Trail tires. Let me just say—this combo exceeded my expectations in every way.
Wheels – Enkei Overlander 17x8.5
The matte black finish is stunning and perfectly complements the Forester’s rugged nature. The 8.5” width gives a beefier stance without pushing the tires too far out of the fenders, keeping everything clean and road-legal. They’re lightweight yet feel incredibly durable—classic Enkei quality. Fitment was spot-on with no rubbing or modification needed (just a mild lift + fender trim for peace of mind).
Performance & Ride
The added width and aggressive tread made the Forester feel more planted. It’s like driving a baby Outback Wilderness. On-road manners remain excellent—minimal road noise and great grip in all conditions. Off-road, the added traction and stronger sidewalls are a game-changer for confidence when exploring.
Looks & Functionality
This setup seriously transforms the vehicle’s appearance—beefy, trail-ready, and aggressive without being over the top. It’s the perfect balance between utility and style. And most importantly, everything fits well without needing crazy mods.
Final Thoughts
If you’re looking to give your Forester a proper overland upgrade without compromising daily drivability, this wheel and tire combo is an absolute winner. Durable, functional, and great-looking—worth every penny.
Love the look of these on our 2025 Subaru forester sport! We have the river rock pearl color suby with bronze trims, and these rims match soooo perfectly with the sport trim color! We put on more beefy tires on suby with this rims combo.
We are impressed with the customer service too when calling tire rack! No wait time, super knowledgeable, and also reasonable shipping price to Hawaii. And it only took 2-3 days to get here to Hawaii! We would 100% purchase from them again and would recommend their excellent products! Mahalo
Excellent wheels! Had a tough time choosing a wheel for my OBW that wasn't like the other OBW's out there that run the same wheels. Not saying they are bad, I just wanted to run something different from theirs and this is an excellent choice. Had a quite a bit of strangers stop by and appreciate how it looks on the vehicle.
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