Forester II SG · 2002–2005

Subaru Forester 2.0X Forester II SG · 125 hp (2002 to 2005)

The Subaru Forester 2.0X of the Forester II SG generation uses the EJ20 2.0 Boxer petrol engine with 125 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Petrol
Power
125 PS / 92 kW
Displacement
1 994 cm³
Cylinders
4
Engine code
EJ20 2.0 Boxer
Period covered
2002–2005
Documented market
Europe

Transmission

  • Manual · 5 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

125 hp (92 kW), Symmetrical AWD all-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 2002 to 2005.

AutoKarnet advice

In the range

It is the entry-level petrol version of this generation. The EJ20 2.0 Boxer engine is also fitted to: Subaru Impreza (Impreza I GC), Subaru Impreza (Impreza II GD / GG), Subaru Impreza (Impreza III GH), Subaru Legacy (Legacy III BE / BH), Subaru Legacy (Legacy IV BL / BP), Subaru Legacy (Legacy V BM / BR).

AutoKarnet advice

Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Typical interval: 15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

15 000 km

12 months

API SN/SP / ILSAC GF-5/GF-6 / ACEA C2/C3 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.

Source [1]

Brake fluid

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

24 months

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

Source [1]

Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Subaru Forester 2.0X Forester II SG?

The EJ20 2.0 Boxer petrol engine (1 994 cc), 125 hp (92 kW).

AutoKarnet advice

Which oil for the Subaru Forester 2.0X?

A API SN/SP / ILSAC GF-5/GF-6 / ACEA C2/C3-approved oil suited to the EJ20 2.0 Boxer engine.

AutoKarnet advice

Documentary sources

  1. [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet

    AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026

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