Impreza I GC · 1999–2000

Subaru Impreza GT Turbo Impreza I GC · 218 hp (1999 to 2000)

The Subaru Impreza GT Turbo of the Impreza I GC generation uses the EJ205 2.0 Turbo petrol engine with 218 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Petrol
Power: 218 PS / 160 kW
Displacement: 1 994 cm³
Cylinders: 4
Engine code: EJ205 2.0 Turbo
Period covered: 1999–2000
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

218 hp (160 kW), Symmetrical AWD all-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 1999 to 2000.

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In the range

It is the most powerful petrol version of this generation. The EJ205 2.0 Turbo engine is also fitted to: Subaru Impreza (Impreza II GD / GG), Subaru Forester (Forester I SF).

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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.

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.

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Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Subaru Impreza GT Turbo Impreza I GC?

The EJ205 2.0 Turbo petrol engine (1 994 cc), 218 hp (160 kW).

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Which oil for the Subaru Impreza GT Turbo?

A API SN/SP / ILSAC GF-5/GF-6 / ACEA C2/C3-approved oil suited to the EJ205 2.0 Turbo engine.

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Documentary sources

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