WRX STI GR / GV · 2008–2014

Subaru WRX STI 2.5 Turbo WRX STI GR / GV · 300 hp (2008 to 2014)

The Subaru WRX STI 2.5 Turbo of the WRX STI GR / GV generation uses the EJ257 2.5 Turbo petrol engine with 300 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Petrol
Power: 300 PS / 221 kW
Displacement: 2 457 cm³
Cylinders: 4
Engine code: EJ257 2.5 Turbo
Period covered: 2008–2014
Documented market: Europe

Transmission

Manual · 6 speeds

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

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This version

300 hp (221 kW), Symmetrical AWD all-wheel drive, 6-speed manual. Built from 2008 to 2014.

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In the range

It is the only petrol version of this generation. The EJ257 2.5 Turbo engine is also fitted to: Subaru WRX STI (WRX STI VA 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.

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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 WRX STI 2.5 Turbo WRX STI GR / GV?

The EJ257 2.5 Turbo petrol engine (2 457 cc), 300 hp (221 kW).

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Which oil for the Subaru WRX STI 2.5 Turbo?

A API SN/SP / ILSAC GF-5/GF-6 / ACEA C2/C3-approved oil suited to the EJ257 2.5 Turbo engine.

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Documentary sources

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