Subaru Impreza oil specs by year

Subaru Impreza oil specs changed across the 2005–2025 range. The most recent checked year uses 4.6 qt of 0W-16. Select the exact year to see the checked capacity, viscosity, and filter for that model year.

Multiple engine options: The Subaru Impreza was offered with 6 engine options across its history. Open the exact year page and select your engine to see the correct capacity and viscosity for your vehicle.
Year Capacity Oil type Filter Page
2025 4.6 qt 0W-16 AMSOIL EA15K13; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2024 4.6 qt 0W-16 AMSOIL EA15K13; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2023 4.6 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K13; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2022 4.6 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K13; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2021 4.6 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K13; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2020 4.6 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K13; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2019 4.6 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K13; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2018 4.6 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K13; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2017 4.6 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K13; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2016 5.1 qt 0W-20 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH2867; Purolator L14615; AMSOIL EA15K13 Verified fit Open record →
2015 5.1 qt 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL57055; AMSOIL EA15K13; AMSOIL EA15K01 Verified fit Open record →
2014 5.1 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K13; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2013 5.1 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K13; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2012 5.3 qt 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K13; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2011 4.4 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K12; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2010 4.2 qt 10W-30 AMSOIL EA15K12; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2009 4.2 qt 10W-30 AMSOIL EA15K12; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2008 4.4 qt 10W-30 AMSOIL EA15K12; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2007 4.2 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K12; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2006 4.2 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K12; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2005 4.2 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K12; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →

Subaru Impreza oil spec changes by year

Checked records show 7 spec changes across the 2005–2025 range. 2008: capacity and viscosity changed from 4.2 qt / 5W-30 to 4.4 qt / 10W-30 (vs 2007). 2009: capacity changed from 4.4 qt to 4.2 qt (vs 2008). 2011: capacity and viscosity changed from 4.2 qt / 10W-30 to 4.4 qt / 5W-30 (vs 2010). 2012: capacity and viscosity changed from 4.4 qt / 5W-30 to 5.3 qt / 0W-20 (vs 2011). 2013: capacity changed from 5.3 qt to 5.1 qt (vs 2012). 2017: capacity changed from 5.1 qt to 4.6 qt (vs 2016). 2024: viscosity changed from 0W-20 to 0W-16 (vs 2023). Open the exact year page for the full source notes before buying.

  • 2006: engine option “2.0L” added.
  • 2006: engine option “2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo” removed.
  • 2008: engine option “1.6L” removed.
  • 2011: engine option “2.0L” removed.
  • 2012: engine option “2.0L 4-Cyl” added.
  • 2015: engine option “2.5L 4-Cyl Turbo” removed.
  • 2024: engine option “2.5L 4-Cyl” added.

Subaru Impreza oil — frequently asked questions

What oil does the Subaru Impreza take?
The Subaru Impreza oil spec has changed across model years. The most recent checked year uses 4.6 qt of 0W-16. Use the year table above to find the spec for your specific model year.
Does the Subaru Impreza oil capacity change across years?
Yes. Checked records show 6 capacity changes across the 2005–2025 range. Use the year table above to find the exact capacity for your model year and confirm in your owner's manual.
Does the Subaru Impreza have different oil specs for different engines?
Yes. The Subaru Impreza has been offered with multiple engine options (1.6L, 2.0L, 2.0L 4-Cyl, and others). Each engine can have a different oil capacity and viscosity. Open the exact year page, select your engine, and confirm specs before buying.
What oil filter fits the Subaru Impreza?
The most recent checked year lists AMSOIL EA15K13; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 as a compatible oil filter for the Subaru Impreza. Filter part numbers can change across model years — open the exact year page for the source-checked part number for your year.

Look up a specific Subaru Impreza year

Select a model year to open the exact checked oil fitment record before ordering.