Whether your Subaru Crosstrek lug nuts are damaged or you change to new aftermarket wheels, you’re likely to need a new set of wheel lug nuts. This Subaru lug nut buyer guide may help. The cost of Crosstrek lug nut replacement can range from $79.99 to $599 for a set of 20 pcs, depending on the wheel nut type.
Subaru Crosstrek Lug Nuts Torque Spec Size Chart:
| Model | Thread Pitch | Socket Size | Seat Type | Torque Spec | Lug Pattern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ’13-’17 Crosstrek GP | M12x1.25mm | 19mm (3/4”) | Conical seat | 120 Nm (89 ft-lb) | 5x100mm |
| ’18-’23 Crosstrek GT | M12x1.25mm | 19mm (3/4”) | Conical seat | 120 Nm (89 ft-lb) | 5x100mm |
| 2024+ Crosstrek GU | M12x1.25mm | 19mm (3/4”) | Conical seat | 120 Nm (89 ft-lb) | 5×114.3mm |
In quick summary, the most common size and torque spec of the lug nuts on a 2013-2025 Subaru Crosstrek car are M12x1.25mm thread size and 120 Nm (89 ft-lb). Be sure to use the proper lug nuts that your wheels require since aftermarket wheels may come with different wheel lug seat types.
1. What size are the lug nuts on a Subaru crosstrek?
The sizes of the lug nuts on a 2013-2025 Subaru Crosstrek are M12x1.25mm and 3/4” Hex. In fact, all years of Subaru Crosstrek come with M12x1.25mm lug nuts. Due to wear and tear, the OEM lug nuts can become rusty over a period of time. If you find rusty or swollen wheel nuts, replacing them with a high-quality set is the best solution.
2. What is the torque on the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek lug nuts?
The REFERENCE torque spec for 2013-2025 Subaru Crosstrek lug nuts is 120 Nm (89 ft-lb). Professionalism and precision are the key points to maintain your Subaru Crosstrek. In this case, making sure each wheel lug nut is tightened to proper torque spec is crucial for safety. It is always a good idea to ask a tire expert before operating.
3. What bolt pattern does a Subaru Crosstrek have?
The bolt pattern of a Subaru Crosstrek can be 5x100mm and 5×114.3mm. In general, older models (like 2013-2023 Crosstrek GP/ GT) use the 5x100mm bolt pattern and the newer models (like 2024-2025 Crosstrek GU) would use the 5×114.3mm bolt pattern. Can you convert 5×100 to 5×114.3? Yes, with 5×114.3 to 5×100 wheel adapters, you can fit 5×100 wheels on a 5×114.3 Subaru Crosstrek car perfectly.
4. What size socket for Subaru Crosstrek lug nuts?
The socket size of Subaru Crosstrek lug nuts is 19mm (3/4”). When disassembling the wheels, you have to remove all the stock lug nuts first. In this case, grabbing a correct socket is efficient. Once the head of the lug nut is damaged it will be very difficult to remove it. Besides, when torquing the lug nuts, a high-quality socket is capable of withstanding certain forces.
Generally, high-quality steel lug nuts ensure a stronger bolted joint. To further boost the safety of your new wheels, BONOSS exclusively supplies new ISO grade 12 lug nuts. These BONOSS forged 50BV30 steel Subaru Crosstrek lug nuts are strong enough to undertake more road impacts (proof load over 105,700 N). What’s better, these BONOSS forged 50BV30 lug nuts give neutral salt spray resistances exceeding 500 hours. This means they are not easy to break or rust.
5. What types are Subaru Crosstrek lug nuts?
The seat type of Subaru Crosstrek lug nuts is 60-degree conical seat. Sometimes, upgrading to new aftermarket wheels is a good idea to improve the off-roading performance. But these aftermarket wheels may come with various lug seat types. Therefore, people who like to swap their OEM wheels usually end up replacing the OEM nuts to fit new wheels. To determine the aftermarket wheel lug seat type required, the easiest way is to ask the dealer.
Besides, aftermarket Subaru Crosstrek lug nuts can add a personalized style to your car. For example, BONOSS provides three types of Subaru Crosstrek lug nuts: steel, aluminum, and titanium lug nuts. They come in a wide variety of colors and styles. You can invest in a new wheel nut kit for entirely aesthetic purposes or performance upgrades.
6. Where is the Subaru Crosstrek wheel lock key?
If your Subaru Crosstrek car comes with OEM wheel locks, then you may find the wheel lock key in the glove compartment, center console storage, storage box, or trunk. Wheel locks work as standard wheel nuts but they require specific keys to install/remove. When the Subaru Crosstrek wheel locks come into contact with water and oxygen, they may rust over time. If you find rusty or swollen wheel locks, the best solution is to replace them with quality brand lug nuts.
What’s better, these BONOSS forged Titanium Subaru Crosstrek lug nuts are unique Heptagon (7-side) shaped. Different from the traditional hexagonal lug nuts, the heptagon types are hard to remove if you don’t have the proper removal key. This means you get 20 wheel locks in a BONOSS heptagon Titanium wheel nut kit. This type of lug nut also has extraordinary corrosion resistance. Such BONOSS Subaru locking wheel nuts surely bring your car to higher performance as well as a better wheel style.
7. Are all Subaru wheels interchangeable?
Yes, almost all Subaru wheels are interchangeable, especially if the bolt pattern, offset, and hub bore are the same. However, it’s always best to consult with a tire professional.
8. Will Subaru Crosstrek wheels fit Forester?
As long as the bolt patterns are the same, yes, you can fit Subaru Crosstrek wheels on a Forester. For example, both the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek and 2018 Forester use a 5×114.3mm lug pattern. So, you can put a 5×114.3mm Subaru Crosstrek wheels on a 2018 Forester car. But even though the lug bolt patterns are the same, the different offsets might not fit. In this case, proper wheel spacers will help fix it.
9. Are Subaru Crosstrek lug nuts metric or standard?
Almost all Subaru Crosstrek lug nuts are metric. For example, the most common metric thread sizes of Subaru Crosstrek lug nuts are M12x1.25mm.
10. What size socket for Subaru Crosstrek oil plug?
The socket size for a 2013-2025 Subaru Crosstrek oil plug is 17mm. When performing an oil change, make sure you get the right lug socket. To consider safety, it is recommended to operate under the guidance of a Qualified Mechanic.
