Engine Subaru EL15

The 1.5-liter Subaru EL154 petrol engine (or EL15 for short) was produced from 2006 to 2012 and was installed on the second and third generation of the popular Impreza model. This power unit in its design is not so much different from the motors of the EJ series.

The EL line includes only one engine.

The engine was installed on:

  • Subaru Impreza 2 (GD) in 2006 – 2007;
  • Subaru Impreza 3 (GE) in 2007 – 2012.

Specifications

Production years 2006-2012
Displacement, cc 1498
Fuel system injector
Power output, hp 105 – 110
Torque output, Nm 140 – 145
Cylinder block aluminum H4
Block head aluminum 16v
Cylinder bore, mm 77.7
Piston stroke, mm 79
Compression ratio 10.1
Features DOHC
Hydraulic lifters no
Timing drive belt
Phase regulator AVCS
Turbocharging no
Recommended engine oil 5W-30
Engine oil capacity, liter 4.0
Fuel type petrol
Euro standards EURO 4
Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Subaru Impreza 2008)
— city
— highway
— combined
9.8
6.3
7.5
Engine lifespan, km ~250 000
Weight, kg 105

Disadvantages of the EL15 engine

  • Almost all the problems of this power unit are somehow related to oil;
  • Oil consumption here starts from the first kilometers and progresses strongly to 100,000 km;
  • The unit is prone to leaks, and with a low level of lubrication, it can turn the liners;
  • The engine is very thermally loaded, and the cooling system is not famous for its reliability;
  • The reason for floating rpm is usually electronic throttle glitches.

1 thought on “Engine Subaru EL15”

  1. Can you please tell me what the part numbers are for the Tappet (rocker) Cover Gasket Seals .My car is a RHD (JDM)

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