Subaru Impreza II Station Wagon (facelift 2005) WRX 2.5 (230 hp) AWD

Gasoline engine with 230 hp (169 kW) and 236 lb-ft (320 Nm), built 2005–2007, station wagon body, all-wheel drive (4x4). It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

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Power230 hp (169 kW)
Torque236 lb-ft (320 Nm)
0–62 mph6.1 s
Top speed143 mph (230 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine versionWRX 2.5 (230 hp) AWD
Engine codeEJ255
Displacement2.5 L (2,457 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutBoxer
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio8-4
Bore99.5 mm
Stroke79 mm
Engine oil capacity4.2 qt (4 l)

Performance

Power230 hp (169 kW) @ 5600 rpm
Torque236 lb-ft (320 Nm) @ 3600 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)6.1 s
Top speed143 mph (230 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City16 mpg (14.4 l/100 km)
Highway23 mpg (10.3 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions393 g/mi (244 g/km)
Emission standardEuro 4
Fuel tank15.9 gal (60 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleStation wagon
Doors5
Length175.8 in (4,465 mm)
Width66.7 in (1,695 mm)
Height57.7 in (1,465 mm)
Curb weight3,142 lb (1,425 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,101 lb (1,860 kg)
Cargo volume12.6 cu ft (356 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
Gears5
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionSpring strut, stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionSpring strut, stabilizer bar
Tires215/45 R17
Wheels7J x 17
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza II Station Wagon (facelift 2005) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
2.0 (160 hp) AWDGasoline160 hp (118 kW)
2.0 (160 hp) AWD AutomaticGasoline160 hp (118 kW)
1.5 (105 hp) AWDGasoline105 hp (77 kW)
1.5 (105 hp) AWD AutomaticGasoline105 hp (77 kW)

← All Subaru Impreza II Station Wagon (facelift 2005) engines

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