Subaru EE20
The first years of production in these units, the crankshaft could not withstand the load and burst.
Subaru XV engines
The Subaru XV is a Japanese compact crossover vehicle owned by the Subaru brand and produced since 2011. As conceived by the developers, the model combines high functional qualities, comfort and style. The car is equipped with three types of engine, including diesel. In the domestic market, only gasoline equipment is known. According to Euro NCAP tests, the XV received the highest 5-star safety rating.
The Subaru XV was offered with 3 engines since 2011 (1 diesel, 2 petrol). Displacement ranges from 1.6 to 2.0 liters, power output from 114 to 170 hp. All of them use a timing chain. 2 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Subaru EE20 (about 250,000 km).
Subaru XV engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru XV 1 (GP) 2011–2017 | |||||||
| Subaru FB20 | 2011–2017 | 2.0 L | 148–162 hp | petrol | chain | 4.8–4.9 L | ~250,000 km |
| Subaru FB16 | 2011–2017 | 1.6 L | 114–170 hp | petrol, NA / turbo | chain | 4.8 L | ~220,000 km |
| Subaru EE20 | 2011–2017 | 2.0 L | 147–150 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 5.6 L | ~250,000 km |
| Subaru XV 2 (GT) 2017–present | |||||||
| Subaru FB20 | 2017–present | 2.0 L | 148–162 hp | petrol | chain | 4.8–4.9 L | ~250,000 km |
| Subaru FB16 | 2017–present | 1.6 L | 114–170 hp | petrol, NA / turbo | chain | 4.8 L | ~220,000 km |
Subaru XV engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Subaru XV?
Subaru XV 1 (GP) (2011–2017): Subaru FB20, Subaru FB16 and Subaru EE20; Subaru XV 2 (GT) (2017–present): Subaru FB20 and Subaru FB16.
Which Subaru XV engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Subaru XV engines are: Subaru EE20 — about 250,000 km; Subaru FB20 — about 250,000 km; Subaru FB16 — about 220,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Subaru XV engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Subaru EE20 — 5.6 L (5W-30); Subaru FB16 — 4.8 L (0W-20 (FB16B) 5W-30 (FB16F)); Subaru FB20 — 4.8–4.9 L (0W-20).
Does the Subaru XV have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Subaru EE20, Subaru FB16 and Subaru FB20.
Was the Subaru XV available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Subaru EE20.
Engine details
Subaru FB20
The most famous problem of this unit is oil consumption from the first kilometers.
Subaru FB16
Unlike a similar 2.0 liter engine, this one is not at all prone to oil consumption.
Models with the same engines
- Subaru Impreza 3 shared engines
- Subaru Forester 2 shared engines
- Subaru Legacy/Outback 1 shared engine