Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 AWD

Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 petrol description

Crossover / SUV Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 AWD has been produced from November, 1997 to March, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 125 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 184 Nm (Newton metres) on 3600 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 240 000 and 410 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Subaru Forester 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.

Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 AWD has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 AWD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 179 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 AWD fuel consumption is 9 litres per 100km (11.1 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Subaru Forester 1997 - 2000 version, fuel consumption in city - 11.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 800 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Subaru real everyday fuel consumption is 9.8 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Subaru Forester fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Subaru Forester version with automatic gearbox (Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 AWD AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1 seconds later (in 12.4 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 2 % - 9.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 10.4 litres per 100 km.
Subaru Forester 1997

Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 AWD technical data

Model: Subaru Forester 2.0 AWD
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 1997. November ... 2000. March 
Engine: 1994 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 215 g/km
Power: 125 HP ON 5600 RPM Torque: 184 NM ON 3600 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 179 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.0 (combined) 11.9 (urban) 7.4 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.8 l/100km (24 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres (15.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.45m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.60m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters
Gross weight: 1500 kg

Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 AWD engine EJ201

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 1994 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 92 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 75 mm
Compression ratio 9.7 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Injection
Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 AWD oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4 litres (4.2 quarts)
Power 125 - 135 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque 180 - 185 NM ON 3600 RPM
Start of production (year) 1998
Duration of production 7 years
Engine also used on Subaru Impreza Subaru Legacy

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Subaru Forester crossover [1997 - 2000] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 AWD

Most fuel efficient version

2.0 Petrol 125 HP 9.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 AWD 2.0 Petrol 125 HP 9.2 l/100km Automatic (4)
Subaru Forester 1998 2.0 S-Turbo AWD Oct 1998 — Mar 2000

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.4 seconds

2.0 Petrol 170 HP 9.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Subaru Forester 1998 2.0 S-Turbo AWD Oct 1998 — Mar 2000

Most powerfull version (170 HP)

2.0 Petrol 170 HP 10.5 l/100km Automatic (4)
Subaru Forester 1997 reviews
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