1996 Subaru SVX Speaker Sizes
The speaker size chart for the 1996 Subaru SVX details factory audio system specifications and replacement options. Information includes locations of speakers within the vehicle and their sizes. Aftermarket upgrade specifications are provided for front door panel speakers and rear deck lid speakers. Data covers both factory and aftermarket speaker options suitable for audio system enhancement.
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| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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1996 Subaru SVX 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 SVX Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN | 7"×2" | 180×50 | Standard size for basic car radios with small display or no display |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The front door panel speakers in the 1996 Subaru SVX accept either midbass drivers or full-range speakers, suggesting flexibility in system configuration depending on whether a separate tweeter installation is planned or a simpler single-speaker solution is preferred.
- Rear deck lid positions typically benefit from the larger surface area of 6x9 inch speakers, which can produce more bass output compared to smaller round formats, potentially compensating for the lack of a dedicated subwoofer in factory configurations.
- When replacing front speakers, the choice between midbass and full-range types depends on the desired sound staging characteristics, as midbass drivers would require separate high-frequency components while full-range units handle the entire spectrum independently.
- The 6.5 inch front speaker size represents a common automotive standard that balances adequate cone area for midrange frequencies with practical mounting depth constraints in door panel cavities.
- Full-range capability in both front and rear positions indicates the factory system was designed as a relatively straightforward setup without dedicated component separation, which is typical of mid-1990s factory audio installations.
- Upgrading the rear deck speakers could provide noticeable improvement in rear-seat listening experience, though the primary sound staging focus in most aftermarket installations concentrates on the front speaker locations.