Snow Chain Recommendation for a 2018 Subaru Crosstrek with 18 Wheels
Published 01/18/2019
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
What do you recommend for: snow chain for 2018 subaru crosstrek 2.01 limited 18 inch tires. Do i need snow chains on both axles or just one?
asked by: Ed
Expert Reply:
When it comes to using snow chains on a vehicle the best place to look is in the owner's manual. I took a look at the owner's manual for a 2018 Subaru Crosstrek and it said not to use tire chains due to the lack of clearance between the tires and vehicle body. You will want to check your copy of the owner's manual to verify this.
If you do decide to use chains anyways and you have the standard 255/55-18 size tires then I highly recommend going with the Konig Premium Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains # TH02230K45 because they were created specifically for low tire clearance situations. If you check out the attached photo you can see how the chain actually only sits on top of the tire treads and doesn't wrap around the back side of the tire at all.
Not only do these chains feature a special design but they also utilize D-Links in a diamond pattern for the best traction. Once you know how to install the chains they really take no time to install and you don't have to get down on the ground to do so. I have attached another picture giving an example of how this is done for you to reference.
If price is a concern then we do have the Konig Standard Snow Tire Chains # TH01221104 which have the same D Links in a diamond pattern but these fit around the tire much regular chains so the clearance would be much more of concern going this route.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Konig K-Summit Tire Chains - Diamond Pattern - Square Link - Self Tensioning - 1 Pair
- Tire Chains
- Tire Chains
- D-Link w Ice Spikes
- Deep Snow
- Ice
- On Road Only
- Automatic
- Class S Compatible
- Konig
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Continue Researching
- Shop: Tire Chains
- Video: Set up: Glacier Cable Tire Chains on a 2022 Subaru Outback Wagon
- Q&A: Recommended Tire Chains for 2018 Subaru Crosstrek
- Shop: Titan Chain Multi-Arm Rubber Tire Chain Adjuster for Passenger Vehicles - 1 Pair
- Shop: Glacier Cable Tire Chains - Ladder Pattern - Roller Links - Manual Tensioning - 1 Pair
- Shop: Konig Easy Fit Tire Chains - Diamond Pattern - Square Link - Self Tensioning - 1 Pair
- Shop: Konig Tire Chains - Diamond Pattern - Square Link - Assisted Tensioning - 1 Pair
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Video: Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness Review C56040
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Shop: Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Video: Feature Breakdown: Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Shop: Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Shop: etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar for 2" Hitch Receivers
- Video: Installing the Trailer Mate Trailer Hitch Receiver on a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
- Search Results: trailer jack
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Video: Installation Guide for the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver on a 2018 Subaru Crosstrek
- Shop: Base Plate for Tow Bar
- Search Results: trailer hitch ball mount
- Video: Titan Chain Snow Tire Chains w Cams Review
on Tire Chains
