Subaru Outback III (BL,BP) 2.5i (173 hp) AWD Automatic

Gasoline engine with 173 hp (127 kW) and 169 lb-ft (229 Nm), built 2007–2009, station wagon body, all-wheel drive (4x4). The Subaru Outback III (BL,BP) has 3 more powerful gasoline versions.

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Power173 hp (127 kW)
Torque169 lb-ft (229 Nm)
0–62 mph10.9 s
Top speed124 mph (199 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version2.5i (173 hp) AWD Automatic
Engine codeEJ253
Displacement2.5 L (2,457 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutBoxer
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio10
Bore99.5 mm
Stroke79 mm
Engine oil capacity4.2 qt (4.0 l)

Performance

Power173 hp (127 kW) @ 6000 rpm
Torque169 lb-ft (229 Nm) @ 4400 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)10.9 s
Top speed124 mph (199 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City20 mpg (11.7 l/100 km)
Highway27 mpg (8.7 l/100 km)
Emission standardEuro 4
Fuel tank16.9 gal (64 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleStation wagon
Doors5
Length186.2 in (4,730 mm)
Width69.7 in (1,770 mm)
Height60.8 in (1,545 mm)
Curb weight3,274 lb (1,485 kg)
Cargo volume16.2 cu ft (459 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionSpring strut
Rear suspensionCoil spring
Tires215/55 R17
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Subaru Outback 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 Outback III (BL,BP) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
2.5 T (250 hp) AWDGasoline250 hp (184 kW)
2.5 T (250 hp) AWD AutomaticGasoline250 hp (184 kW)
2.5i (165 hp) AWDGasoline165 hp (121 kW)
2.5i (165 hp) AWD AutomaticGasoline165 hp (121 kW)
3.0R (245 hp) AWDGasoline245 hp (180 kW)
2.5i (173 hp) AWDGasoline173 hp (127 kW)

← All Subaru Outback III (BL,BP) engines

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