Subaru Forester 2008 2.5XT
Subaru Forester 2008 2.5 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Subaru Forester 2008 2.5XT has been produced from April, 2008 to January, 2011. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 230 horsepower on 5200 rpm - this is the most powerfull Subaru Forester 2008 - 2011 version and torque 320 Nm (Newton metres) on 2800 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 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 190 000 and 330 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Subaru Forester 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.2 litres.
Subaru Forester 2008 2.5XT has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Subaru Forester 2008 2.5XT accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 214 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Subaru Forester 2008 2.5XT fuel consumption is 10 litres per 100km (10 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 14 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 64 litres or 16.91 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 760 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Subaru real everyday fuel consumption is 11.7 litres per 100 km, which is 17% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Subaru Forester fuel consumption.

Subaru Forester 2008 2.5XT technical data
Model: | Subaru Forester 2.5XT | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 2008. April ... 2011. January | ||
Engine: | 2457 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 230 HP ON 5200 RPM | Torque: | 320 NM ON 2800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 214 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.0 (combined) 14.0 (urban) 8.3 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 11.7 l/100km (20.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 64 litres (16.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.56m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.70m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 450 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2000 kg |
Subaru Forester 2008 2.5XT engine EJ257
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 190,000 to 330,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 2457 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 99.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 79 mm |
Compression ratio | 8.4 : 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 2008 2.5XT oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.2 litres (4.4 quarts) |
Power | 210 - 250 HP ON 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 - 350 NM ON 2800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2004 |
Duration of production | 21 years |
All Subaru Forester crossover [2008 - 2011] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Subaru Forester 2008 2.0 4x4
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Subaru Forester 2008 2.0 4x4
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Subaru Forester 2008 2.0 Diesel 4x4 Sep 2008 — Jan 2011 | 2.0 Diesel | 147 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Subaru Forester 2008 2.5XS 4x4 | 2.5 Petrol | 172 HP | - | Manual (5) |
Subaru Forester 2008 2.5XS 4x4 | 2.5 Petrol | 172 HP | - | Automatic (4) |
Subaru Forester 2008 2.5XT 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6 seconds |
2.5 Petrol | 230 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Subaru Forester 2008 2.5XT 4x4
Most powerfull petrol version (230 HP) |
2.5 Petrol | 230 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |