Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 S-Turbo AWD

Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 petrol description

Crossover / SUV Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 S-Turbo AWD has been produced from October, 1998 to March, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 5600 rpm - this is the most powerfull Subaru Forester 1997 - 2000 version and torque 240 Nm (Newton metres) on 3200 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 and turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 200 up to 340 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Subaru Forester 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.7 litres.

Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 S-Turbo AWD has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 S-Turbo AWD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 198 km/h.

Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 S-Turbo AWD fuel consumption is 9.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.1 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Subaru Forester 1997 - 2000 versions, fuel consumption in city - 12.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 720 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Subaru real everyday fuel consumption is 10.9 litres per 100 km, which is 10% 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 1998 2.0 S-Turbo AWD AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.9 seconds later (in 9.3 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 10.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 11.3 litres per 100 km.
Subaru Forester 1997

Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 S-Turbo AWD technical data

Model: Subaru Forester 2.0 S-Turbo AWD
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 1998. October ... 2000. March 
Engine: 1994 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 236 g/km
Power: 170 HP ON 5600 RPM Torque: 240 NM ON 3200 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 198 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.9 (combined) 12.8 (urban) 8.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10.9 l/100km (21.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres (15.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.45m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.58m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters
Gross weight: 1800 kg

Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 S-Turbo AWD engine EJ205

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 200,000 to 340,000 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 8 : 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 S-Turbo AWD oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.7 litres (5 quarts)
Power 170 - 180 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque 240 - 250 NM ON 3200 RPM
Start of production (year) 1998
Duration of production 9 years

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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