Subaru Forester 2002 2.5i
Subaru Forester 2002 2.5 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Subaru Forester 2002 2.5i has been produced from January, 2002 to January, 2005. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 165 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 225 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 250 000 to 420 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Subaru Forester 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.2 litres.
Subaru Forester 2002 2.5i has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.

Subaru Forester 2002 2.5i technical data
Model: | Subaru Forester 2.5i | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 2002. January ... 2005. January | ||
Engine: | 2457 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 165 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 225 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Maximum speed: | no data | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.45m (length) 1.73m (width) 1.59m (height) | ||
Trunk capacity: | 406 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2000 kg |
Subaru Forester 2002 2.5i engine EJ251
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 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 | 10 : 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 2002 2.5i oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.2 litres (4.4 quarts) |
Power | 165 HP ON 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1998 |
Duration of production | 6 years |
Engine also used on | Subaru Outback Subaru Legacy |
All Subaru Forester crossover [2002 - 2005] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Subaru Forester 2002 2.0 X AWD
Sep 2002 — Aug 2005 Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Subaru Forester 2002 2.0 X AWD Sep 2002 — Aug 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Subaru Forester 2002 2.0 XT AWD Sep 2002 — Aug 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 177 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Subaru Forester 2002 2.0 XT AWD Sep 2002 — Aug 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 177 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Subaru Forester 2002 2.5i 4x4 Jan 2002 — Jan 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 165 HP | - | Manual (5) |
Subaru Forester 2002 2.5i 4x4 Jan 2002 — Jan 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 165 HP | - | Automatic (4) |
Subaru Forester 2004 2.5 XT AWD
Oct 2004 — Aug 2005 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds |
2.5 Petrol | 210 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Subaru Forester 2002 2.5T 4x4
Jan 2002 — Jan 2005 Most powerfull version (230 HP) |
2.5 Petrol | 230 HP | - | Manual (5) |
Subaru Forester 2002 2.5T 4x4
Jan 2002 — Jan 2005 Most powerfull version (230 HP) |
2.5 Petrol | 230 HP | - | Automatic (4) |