Subaru's all-wheel-drive lineup is a favorite for all-weather driving, and keeping the brakes fresh is straightforward with the right parts. Here is how to choose and buy brake pads for your Subaru.
Popular Subaru models we cover
We carry brake pads and brake kits across the Subaru lineup, including the Outback, Forester, Impreza, Legacy, Crosstrek, WRX, Ascent, and BRZ. Front and rear sets are separate part numbers, and the fronts usually wear first - see front vs rear brake pads.
Which compound for a Subaru?
Most Subarus are wagons, crossovers, and sedans that do well on quiet, low-dust ceramic pads for daily and all-weather driving. Performance models like the WRX may prefer a more aggressive pad, and if you load up an Ascent or Outback for trips a heavy-duty pad adds fade resistance. Our choosing brake pads guide covers the trade-offs.
Getting the fitment right
Subaru brakes vary by model, trim, and rotor size - turbocharged and performance trims often use larger brakes than base models. Confirm the year, model, and trim where possible, and check front vs rear position. Every listing states the verified fitment - see our FAQ for confirming it.
Do the job right
- Replace pads as a full axle set with fresh hardware.
- Check the rotors - see rotor minimum thickness.
- Bed the pads in - see the bedding guide.
Shop Subaru brakes
Browse brake pads by vehicle to find the exact set for your Outback, Forester, Impreza, or other Subaru. For a full refresh, a front-and-rear brake kit bundles rotors and pads together.