Subaru WRX STI oil specs by year

The Subaru WRX STI (2015–2021) uses 4.5 qt of 5W-30 oil across all 7 model years covered here. Select a year below for the full record with filter part numbers and source notes.

Year Capacity Oil type Filter Page
2021 4.5 qt 5W-30 PRO-TEC PXL57712; Purolator L14615; AMSOIL EA15K12 Verified fit Open record →
2020 4.5 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K12; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2019 4.5 qt 5W-30 CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH2876; AMSOIL EA15K12; AMSOIL EA15K01 Verified fit Open record →
2018 4.5 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K12; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2017 4.5 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K12; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2016 4.5 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K12; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2015 4.5 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K12; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →

Subaru WRX STI oil spec changes by year

Oil specs remained consistent across the 2015–2021 model years covered here. The primary engine uses 4.5 qt of 5W-30 throughout this range. Always open the exact year page and confirm the source notes before buying.

Capacity 4.5 qt Same across all 7 listed years
Oil type 5W-30 Same across all 7 listed years
Filter brands PRO-TEC, Purolator, AMSOIL, K&N In checked records — open year page for part numbers

Subaru WRX STI oil — frequently asked questions

What oil does the Subaru WRX STI take?
The Subaru WRX STI takes 4.5 qt of 5W-30 oil across the 2015–2021 model years covered here. Always open the exact year page and confirm in your owner's manual before buying.
Is the oil capacity the same for all Subaru WRX STI years?
Yes. All 7 Subaru WRX STI model years covered here use 4.5 qt as the primary engine capacity. Confirm in your owner's manual before buying.
What oil filter fits the Subaru WRX STI?
The most recent checked year lists PRO-TEC PXL57712; Purolator L14615; AMSOIL EA15K12 as a compatible oil filter for the Subaru WRX STI. 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 WRX STI year

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