Outback V BS Europe · 2015–2021

Subaru Outback 2.5i Outback V BS Europe · 175 hp (2015 to 2021)

The Subaru Outback 2.5i of the Outback V BS Europe generation uses the FB25 2.5 Boxer petrol engine with 175 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Petrol
Power: 175 PS / 129 kW
Displacement: 2 498 cm³
Cylinders: 4
Engine code: FB25 2.5 Boxer
Period covered: 2015–2021
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

175 hp (129 kW), Symmetrical AWD all-wheel drive, None-speed automatic. Built from 2015 to 2021.

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In the range

It is the only petrol version of this generation. The FB25 2.5 Boxer engine is also fitted to: Subaru Outback (Outback VI BT Europe).

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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 Outback 2.5i Outback V BS Europe?

The FB25 2.5 Boxer petrol engine (2 498 cc), 175 hp (129 kW).

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Which oil for the Subaru Outback 2.5i?

A API SN/SP / ILSAC GF-5/GF-6 / ACEA C2/C3-approved oil suited to the FB25 2.5 Boxer engine.

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Documentary sources

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