3.5, 4 and 5.25-Inch Car Speakers Compared: Dash and Door Upgrades from Kicker, Focal, JBL and Pioneer

Small speakers fill the dash, pillars and smaller doors, and factory ones in those spots often sound thin. Mounting depth matters most in a dash, so it is in the table where the listing gives it. Several listings note they run well on receiver power, such as the JBL Club 44F and 54F and the Pioneer TS-G1020S.

Side by side

From our own listings. "Not listed" means the listing does not give that spec. Power is as each listing states it (RMS, nominal or recommended). Prices are the listed prices.

3.5, 4 and 5.25-inch car speakers on our listings.

SpeakerSizeTypePowerSensitivityMounting depthPrice
Pioneer TS-A8783.5"Coaxial15 W nominal88 dB1-3/8"$200
Kicker DS 43DSC35043.5"Coaxial20 W RMS recommended88 dB1-5/8"$204.99
Pioneer TS-G1020S4"Coaxial30 W nominal87 dB1-3/4"$210
JBL Stage3 427F4"Coaxial30 W RMS90 dBNot listed$219.95
JBL Club 44F4"Coaxial35 W RMS90 dBAbout 2"$229.95
Focal Performance 100AC4"Coaxial40 W nominalNot listedNot listed$429.99
Kicker DS 43DSC5045.25"Coaxial50 W RMS recommended90 dB1-3/4"$224.99
JBL Club 54F5.25"Coaxial45 W RMS91 dB1-15/16"$229.95
Focal Performance 130AC5.25"Coaxial50 W nominal89.3 dBNot listed$479.99
Infinity Kappa 503CF5.25"Component set80 W RMS93 dBNot listedCall for price

Where our fit table has verified 3.5 inch

These models have at least one spot verified as 3.5 inch in our fit table, usually the dash (the years are the full range of verified rows, and not every spot in every year is 3.5): Audi A3 (2015-2020), Audi Q5 (2018-2024), Bmw 3 Series (2006-2022), Bmw 4 Series (2014-2020), Bmw 5 Series (2011-2016), Bmw X1 (2013-2015), Bmw X5 (2007-2013), Chevrolet Equinox (2024), Chevrolet Suburban (2007-2026), Chevrolet Tahoe (2007-2014), Chrysler 300 (2005-2023), Dodge Challenger (2015-2023), Dodge Charger (2011-2023), Dodge Dart (2013-2016), Dodge Durango (2004-2013), Dodge Grand Caravan (2008-2020), Dodge Journey (2009-2020), Ford Expedition (2015-2026), Ford Explorer (2011-2019), Ford F-150 (2015-2022), Ford Fusion (2010-2020), Ford Super Duty (2023-2026), GMC Canyon (2015-2026), GMC Yukon (2007-2014), Hyundai Sonata (2020-2024), Jeep Cherokee (2014-2023), Jeep Grand Cherokee (1999-2026), Lexus ES (1995-2025), Mercedes-benz GLC (2016-2022), Nissan Frontier (2005-2026), Nissan Maxima (2016-2023), Ram 1500 (2002-2024), Ram 1500 Classic (2019-2024), Ram 2500 (2006-2018), Toyota 4Runner (2010-2024), Toyota Camry (2007-2011), Toyota Highlander (2008-2013), Toyota Sienna (2011-2020), Toyota Tacoma (2016-2026), Toyota Tundra (2022-2026).

Where our fit table has verified 4 and 5.25 inch

4-inch is verified on: Audi Q7 (2017-2023), Bmw 3 Series (2006-2018), Bmw X5 (2014-2018), Hyundai Sonata (1995-1996), Hyundai Tucson (2019-2021), Jeep Gladiator (2020-2025), Jeep Wrangler (1995-2025), Kia Sorento (2016-2020), Kia Sportage (1995-2002), Lexus ES (2013-2018), Lexus NX (2015-2024), Nissan Frontier (1998-2004), Nissan Sentra (2020-2025), Tesla Model 3 (2017-2023), Tesla Model Y (2020-2024), Toyota Corolla (1995-1997).

5.25-inch is verified on: Chevrolet Suburban (1995-2006), Dodge Grand Caravan (1996-2007), Hyundai Accent (2000-2005), Hyundai Elantra (1996-2000), Jeep Cherokee (1995-1996), Jeep Wrangler (1997-2001), Lexus ES (1997-2001), Mercedes-benz C-Class (2006-2007), Ram 1500 (1995-2008), Ram 2500 (1995-2009), Toyota 4Runner (1996-2002).

Pick your year in Shop by vehicle to see which spots take which size in your exact car. Anything not verified says Confirm fit at the shop.

Receiver power or an amp

The JBL Club 44F and 54F, JBL Stage3 427F and Pioneer TS-G1020S listings say they work on head unit power. For the 4-channel amps on our listings, see our 4-channel amp comparison.

How to pick

Text us with your year, make and model and which spots you want to upgrade, and we will tell you which sizes fit and whether you need an amp.

Everything is bought and installed at the shop at 22025 S Avalon Blvd Ste A in Carson, and you can ask about our Payment Plan. Call us to confirm stock before you drive over.

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Questions on 3.5, 4 and 5.25-Inch Car Speakers Compared: Dash and Door Upgrades from Kicker, Focal, JBL and Pioneer

What size are my dash speakers?

It depends on the car. Our fit table has verified 3.5-inch spots, usually in the dash, on the models listed in this guide. Pick your year in Shop by vehicle to see your exact spots.

Do small speakers need an amplifier?

Some don't, per their listings. The JBL Club 44F and 54F, JBL Stage3 427F and Pioneer TS-G1020S listings say they work on head unit power.

Do you install these?

Yes. We install them in our bay at 22025 S Avalon Blvd Ste A in Carson. Call or text first to set up a time.

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