Forester IV SJ · 2013–2018

Subaru Forester 2.0XT Forester IV SJ · 240 hp (2013 to 2018)

The Subaru Forester 2.0XT of the Forester IV SJ generation uses the FA20DIT 2.0 Turbo petrol engine with 240 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Petrol
Power: 240 PS / 177 kW
Displacement: 1 998 cm³
Cylinders: 4
Engine code: FA20DIT 2.0 Turbo
Period covered: 2013–2018
Documented market: Europe

Transmission

Automatic · speeds

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

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

240 hp (177 kW), Symmetrical AWD all-wheel drive, None-speed automatic. Built from 2013 to 2018.

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In the range

It is the most powerful petrol version of this generation.

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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.

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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.

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Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Subaru Forester 2.0XT Forester IV SJ?

The FA20DIT 2.0 Turbo petrol engine (1 998 cc), 240 hp (177 kW).

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Which oil for the Subaru Forester 2.0XT?

A API SN/SP / ILSAC GF-5/GF-6 / ACEA C2/C3-approved oil suited to the FA20DIT 2.0 Turbo engine.

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Documentary sources

[1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026