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.

Subaru Forester 1997 2.0 AWD technical data
Model: | Subaru Forester 2.0 AWD | ||
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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 |
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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 |
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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) |