Subaru Forester II 2.0 X (125 hp) Automatic

Gasoline engine with 125 hp (92 kW) and 136 lb-ft (184 Nm), built 2002–2005, crossover body, all-wheel drive (4x4). The Subaru Forester II has 9 more powerful gasoline versions.

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Power125 hp (92 kW)
Torque136 lb-ft (184 Nm)
0–62 mph11.4 s
Top speed104 mph (168 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version2.0 X (125 hp) Automatic
Engine codeEJ20J
Displacement2.0 L (1,994 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutBoxer
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio10
Bore92 mm
Stroke75 mm
Engine oil capacity4.2 qt (4 l)

Performance

Power125 hp (92 kW) @ 5600 rpm
Torque136 lb-ft (184 Nm) @ 3600 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)11.4 s
Top speed104 mph (168 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City20 mpg (11.9 l/100 km)
Highway27 mpg (8.6 l/100 km)
Fuel tank15.9 gal (60 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleCrossover
Doors5
Length175.2 in (4,450 mm)
Width68.3 in (1,735 mm)
Height62.6 in (1,590 mm)
Curb weight2,998 lb (1,360 kg)
Cargo volume14.3 cu ft (406 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionSpring strut
Rear suspensionWishbone
Tires205/70R15
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Subaru Forester with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • All-wheel drive needs fresh fluid in the differentials and the coupling: ask for the service records.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Subaru Forester II engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
2.0 X (125 hp)Gasoline125 hp (92 kW)
2.0 XT (177 hp)Gasoline177 hp (130 kW)
2.0 XT (177 hp) AutomaticGasoline177 hp (130 kW)
2.5 i (165 hp)Gasoline165 hp (121 kW)
2.5 i (165 hp) AutomaticGasoline165 hp (121 kW)
2.5 i (158 hp)Gasoline158 hp (116 kW)
2.5 i (158 hp) AutomaticGasoline158 hp (116 kW)
2.5 i (173 hp)Gasoline173 hp (127 kW)
2.5 i (173 hp) AutomaticGasoline173 hp (127 kW)
2.5 i 16V Turbo (211 hp)Gasoline211 hp (155 kW)

← All Subaru Forester II engines

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