Subaru Outback Wiper Blades Size Guide
The Subaru Outback is a raised, all-wheel drive wagon derived from the Legacy platform, positioned as Subaru's rugged crossover wagon. The Outback takes a 26 inch (650mm) blade on the driver side and a 17 inch (425mm) blade on the passenger side in its two most recent generations, though earlier generations use smaller sizes. Front wipers use a J-hook connector on the 1GEN through 5GEN models, while the 6GEN switches to a GWB044 adaptor, and every generation is fitted with a rear wiper. Find your vehicle year in the table below.
Wagon (1GEN)
| Year | Driver Side | Passenger Side | Buy and Save 50% Off RRP |
| 1996 | 21" (525mm) | 18" (450mm) | Buy Now |
| 1997 | 21" (525mm) | 18" (450mm) | Buy Now |
Wagon (2GEN)
| Year | Driver Side | Passenger Side | Buy and Save 50% Off RRP |
| 1998 | 22" (550mm) | 20" (500mm) | Buy Now |
| 1999 | 22" (550mm) | 20" (500mm) | Buy Now |
| 2000 | 22" (550mm) | 20" (500mm) | Buy Now |
| 2001 | 22" (550mm) | 20" (500mm) | Buy Now |
| 2002 | 22" (550mm) | 20" (500mm) | Buy Now |
Wagon (3GEN)
| Year | Driver Side | Passenger Side | Buy and Save 50% Off RRP |
| 2003 | 24" (600mm) | 18" (450mm) | Buy Now |
| 2004 | 24" (600mm) | 18" (450mm) | Buy Now |
| 2005 | 24" (600mm) | 18" (450mm) | Buy Now |
| 2006 | 24" (600mm) | 18" (450mm) | Buy Now |
| 2007 | 24" (600mm) | 18" (450mm) | Buy Now |
| 2008 | 24" (600mm) | 18" (450mm) | Buy Now |
Wagon (4GEN)
| Year | Driver Side | Passenger Side | Buy and Save 50% Off RRP |
| 2009 | 26" (650mm) | 19" (475mm) | Buy Now |
| 2010 | 26" (650mm) | 19" (475mm) | Buy Now |
| 2011 | 26" (650mm) | 19" (475mm) | Buy Now |
| 2012 | 26" (650mm) | 19" (475mm) | Buy Now |
| 2013 | 26" (650mm) | 19" (475mm) | Buy Now |
| 2014 | 26" (650mm) | 19" (475mm) | Buy Now |
Wagon (5GEN)
| Year | Driver Side | Passenger Side | Buy and Save 50% Off RRP |
| 2015 | 26" (650mm) | 17" (425mm) | Buy Now |
| 2016 | 26" (650mm) | 17" (425mm) | Buy Now |
| 2017 | 26" (650mm) | 17" (425mm) | Buy Now |
| 2018 | 26" (650mm) | 17" (425mm) | Buy Now |
| 2019 | 26" (650mm) | 17" (425mm) | Buy Now |
Wagon (6GEN)
| Year | Driver Side | Passenger Side | Buy and Save 50% Off RRP |
| 2020 | 26" (650mm) | 17" (425mm) | Buy Now |
| 2021 | 26" (650mm) | 17" (425mm) | Buy Now |
| 2022 | 26" (650mm) | 17" (425mm) | Buy Now |
| 2023 | 26" (650mm) | 17" (425mm) | Buy Now |
| 2024 | 26" (650mm) | 17" (425mm) | Buy Now |
Frequently Asked Questions
What size wiper blades does a Subaru Outback take?
Wiper blade sizes for the Subaru Outback have grown across generations. Early models from 1996 to 2003 use a 21 inch or 22 inch driver blade, the 2003 to 2014 generations step up to 24 inch or 26 inch, and the 2015 to 2024 generations use a 26 inch driver blade with a 17 inch passenger blade. Owners should check their exact model year in the table above to confirm the correct size.
Does the Subaru Outback have a rear wiper?
Yes, every generation of the Outback covered here is fitted with a rear wiper blade as standard. The rear blade size is 15 inches (375mm) on the 1GEN and 2GEN, and 14 inches (350mm) from the 3GEN onward, and it is sold separately from the front pair.
What wiper connector does the Subaru Outback use?
Front wipers on the Outback use a J-hook connector from the 1GEN through to the 5GEN, covering 1996 to 2020. The 6GEN, from 2020 to 2024, switches to a GWB044 adaptor, so owners of newer models should confirm their connector type before ordering.
Why did the Subaru Outback wiper connector change on the 6GEN?
Subaru revised the wiper arm design when the Outback moved to its current generation platform in 2020, which changed the front adaptor from the long running J-hook to a GWB044 fitting. This means 6GEN owners cannot use wiper blades sized for earlier Outback generations even where the blade length matches.
How often should I replace Subaru Outback wiper blades?
Most Outback owners should replace their wiper blades every 6 to 12 months, or sooner if streaking, skipping or noise appears during use. Given the Outback's use as a touring and off road capable wagon, blades exposed to dust and gravel roads may wear faster than average.
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