1996 Subaru Legacy Speaker Sizes
The 1996 Subaru Legacy speaker size chart provides factory and aftermarket replacement specifications for audio system upgrades. Information includes speaker locations within the front door panel and rear door panel. Details cover specifications needed for selecting compatible aftermarket audio components to replace or upgrade the factory audio system.
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| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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1996 Subaru Legacy Speaker Replacement Summary
2
total positions
2
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 0 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 01996 Subaru Legacy Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 1996 Subaru Legacy uses 6.5 inch speakers in both front and rear door panels, making component matching straightforward across all four positions.
- Door panel locations support either midbass drivers or full-range speakers, allowing flexibility in system design depending on whether additional tweeters or crossovers are incorporated.
- Midbass drivers typically handle frequencies from approximately 80 Hz to 4 kHz, while full-range speakers attempt to reproduce a broader spectrum without requiring separate high-frequency components.
- Replacing factory speakers in the 1996 Subaru Legacy door panels could improve midrange clarity and bass response, particularly if the original units have degraded foam surrounds or aged voice coils.
- The dual compatibility with both single DIN and double DIN head units suggests modifications may have been made to the factory radio opening, or the dash accommodates either configuration through adapter kits.
- When selecting replacement speakers, sensitivity ratings above 88 dB typically perform better with factory head unit power output, which generally ranges from 15 to 22 watts RMS per channel.
- Aftermarket 6.5 inch speakers often include mounting brackets or adapter rings, though door panel depth and magnet clearance should be verified before installation to prevent interference with window mechanisms.
- Full-range speakers may simplify installation by eliminating the need for separate tweeter mounting locations, though dedicated component systems often provide superior high-frequency extension and soundstage width.