Subaru SVX Speaker Size
Speaker size, type, and location chart for Subaru SVX models from 1992 to 1997 production years.
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Front Door Panel Speaker
| Years | Type | Size (inch) |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 - 1997 | Midbass / Full-Range | 6.5 |
Rear Deck Lid Speaker
| Years | Type | Size (inch) |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 - 1997 | Full-Range | 6x9 |
Subaru SVX Speaker FAQ
What speaker sizes fit the Subaru SVX rear deck and front doors?
The Subaru SVX uses 6x9 inch speakers in the rear deck lid and 6.5 inch speakers in the front door panels. Both locations can accommodate coaxial speakers, though the front doors also support component systems if you want separate tweeters and woofers. The rear deck might handle triaxial speakers too, but honestly the extra drivers don't always improve sound quality.
Should I upgrade front or rear speakers first in my Subaru SVX?
Start with the front door speakers. You sit closer to them, so they handle most of the sound staging and imaging. The 6.5 inch front speakers typically need around 50-75 watts RMS to perform well. Rear deck speakers mostly fill in ambient sound. Though sometimes the rear 6x9s can overpower the fronts if you're not careful with the power matching.
Can I install component speakers in all Subaru SVX locations?
Component speakers work in the front doors, but the rear deck setup gets tricky. The 6x9 rear location was designed for full-range speakers. You'd need custom tweeter mounting for components back there. Front door components usually sound better anyway - the separation between tweeter and woofer creates better soundstage. Most people stick with quality coaxials in the rear.
What impedance should I use for SVX speaker replacements?
Standard 4-ohm speakers work fine with the factory Subaru SVX head unit. If you're adding an amplifier, you might consider 8-ohm speakers to reduce load on the amp. The factory system probably pushes around 15-20 watts per channel. Component speakers in the front doors typically need 40-80 watts RMS to really open up, while the rear 6x9s can handle 60-120 watts depending on the model.
Do triaxial speakers sound better than coaxials in the SVX rear deck?
Not necessarily. Triaxial speakers add a super tweeter to handle frequencies above 10kHz, but the rear deck positioning doesn't really benefit from extended highs. The extra driver can sometimes create phase issues too. Quality coaxials with good frequency response might sound cleaner. The 6x9 size already gives you decent bass response in that location.