It’s easy to forget the importance of regular vehicle maintenance, but changing the oil is one of the simplest, most essential ways to enhance your Subaru vehicle’s performance and increase its lifespan.
While the general recommendation is that you should change your oil every 3,000 miles, newer vehicles can keep the oil churning for 5,000 to 7,000 miles.
1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 Subaru Impreza
| Engine | Oil capacity / Filter capacity | Recommended oil type | Oil change interval |
| EJ 16S Impreza 1.6 | 4 L (4.2 US qt.) | 5W-30 | 12,500 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months |
| EJ 18S Impreza 1.8 | 4 L (4.2 US qt.) | 5W-30 | 12,500 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months |
| EJ 20G Impreza 2.0 4WD | 4 L (4.2 US qt.) | 5W-30 | 12,500 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months |
| EJ 20 Impreza 2.0 Turbo | 4,5 L (4.2 US qt.) | 0W-30 5W-30 5W-40 10W-30 10W-40 | 12,500 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months |
| EJ22 Impreza | 4,5 L (4.2 US qt.) | 10W30, 10W40, 5W30 | 12,500 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months |
| EJ 25 Impreza 2.5 | 4 L (4.2 US qt.) | 0W-30 5W-30 5W-40 10W-30 10W-40 | 12,500 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months |
How to change the motor oil in Subaru Impreza 1992-2001
2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 Subaru Impreza
| Engine | Oil capacity / Filter capacity | Recommended oil type | Oil change interval |
| EJ 15 Impreza 1.5R | 4,2 L | 5W-30 | 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months |
| EJ 16 Impreza 1.6 | 4,5 L | 5W-30 | 12,500 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months |
| EJ 20G Impreza 2.0 | 4 L | 5W-30 | 12,500 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months |
| EJ 20 turbo Impreza 2.0 WRX | 5 L | 5W-30 | 12,500 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months |
| EJ 25 Impreza 2.5 | 4,5 L | 5W-30 | 12,500 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months |
| EZ 30 Impreza 3.0 | 5,7 L | 0W-30 5W-30 5W-40 10W-30 10W-40 | 12,500 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months |
How to replace the motor oil in Subaru Impreza 2002-2007
2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 Subaru Impreza
| Engine | Oil capacity / Filter capacity | Recommended oil type | Oil change interval |
| EJ 15 Impreza 1.5R | 4.2 L / 0.2 L | 5W-30 0W-20 | 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months |
| EJ 255 Impreza 2.5T WRX | 4.2 L | 5W-30 0W-20 | 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months |
| EJ 257 Impreza 2.5T WRX STI | 4.3 L | 5W-30 0W-20 | 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months |
| Impreza 2.0 D | 5.9 L / 0.4 L | 5W-40 0W-20 | 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months |
| Impreza 2.0R | 4.2 L / 0.2 L | 0W-20 5W-20 5W-30 5W-40 | 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months |
How to replace the motor oil in Subaru Impreza 2008-2014
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 Subaru Impreza
| Engine | Oil capacity / Filter capacity | Recommended oil type | Oil change interval |
| FB16 Impreza 1.6i | 4.8 L / 0.2 L | 0W-20 5W-20 5W-30 5W-40 | 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months |
| FB20 Impreza 2.0i | 4.8 L / 0.2 L | 0W-20 5W-20 5W-30 5W-40 | 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months |
How to change the engine oil in Subaru Impreza 2014-2020
The Oil Is Black and Gritty
New oil is the color of honey, but after just a few weeks of use, it begins to turn dark. This color change is acceptable, but as soon as you see particles mixed in with that darker-colored oil, it’s time for an oil change. These particles can get stuck in your engine and overwhelm your oil filter, which will result in clogging and unnecessary buildup. Have your oil changed before this becomes a problem.
The Engine Runs Loudly
Oil is an engine lubricant, preventing parts from grinding against one another. The dry friction of the constantly moving parts gives off a metallic grinding sound. If your engine begins to run louder and makes abnormal and unpleasant noises, don’t delay that oil change any longer or your Subaru could suffer serious consequences.
