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Most Subarus have the oil type printed on the oil cap – it will likely be 5W-20, 5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-30 or 10W-40. If it isn’t printed on the oil cap, check your owner’s manual for the exact type before adding new oil.
We recommend wearing safety glasses whenever you are working under your Legacy. You never know what could be dripping down from the engine, battery acid, engine coolant, brake fluid, etc. All of these fluids are extremely harmful to your eyes and skin so it is important to protect yourself.
1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 Subaru Legacy Oil Capacity
| Engine | Oil capacity | Recommended oil type | Oil change interval |
| EJ 16 Legacy 1.6 | 4.5 L | 5W-30 | 12,500 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months |
| EJ 18 Legacy 1.8 | 4.5 L | 5W-30 | 12,500 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months |
| EJ 20 Legacy 2.0 | 4.0 L | 5W-30 | 12,500 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months |
| EJ 20 turbo Legacy 2.0 Turbo | 4.5 L (4.7 quarts) | 5W-30 | 5,000-10,000 km (3,000-6,000 miles) or 12 months |
| EJ 22 Legacy 2.2 | 4.5 L (4.7 quarts) | 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 month | |
| 2.5L 4-cyl Engine | 4.5 liters (4.7 quarts) | 5W-30 |
| # | Preview | Product | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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Quaker State Motor Oil, Synthetic Blend 5W-30 (5-Quart, Single Pack) | 1,245 Reviews | Check Current Price |
| 2 |
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AmazonBasics High Mileage Motor Oil - Full Synthetic - 5W-30 - 5 Quart | 24,764 Reviews | Check Current Price |
2000 2001 2002 2003 Subaru Legacy Oil Capacity
| Engine | Oil capacity / Filter capacity | Recommended oil type | Oil change interval |
| EJ 25 Legacy 2.5 | 4.5 (2000-2007) 4.3 (WRX/STI 2000+) |
0W-30 5W-30 5W-40 10W-30 10W-40 |
5,000-10,000 km (3,000-6,000 miles) or 12 months |
| EJ 20 Legacy 2.0 | 4.0 1993-2007 | 5W-30 | 12,500 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months |
| # | Preview | Product | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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Quaker State Motor Oil, Synthetic Blend 5W-30 (5-Quart, Single Pack) | 1,245 Reviews | Check Current Price |
| # | Preview | Product | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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Mobil 1 Advanced Fuel Economy Full Synthetic Motor Oil 0W-30, 5QT | 107 Reviews | Check Current Price |
2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 Subaru Legacy Oil Capacity
| Engine | Oil capacity / Filter capacity | Recommended oil type (viscosity) | Oil change interval |
| EJ255 Legacy 2.5 Turbo | 4 L (4.2 quarts) | 5W-30 | 6 000 km / 4 months |
| EZ 30 Legacy 3.0 | 5.5 L (5.8 quarts) | 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-30, 10W-40 | 15 000 km / 12 months |
| EJ253 Legacy 2.5 | 4 L (4.2 quarts) | 5W-30 | 12 000 km / 8 months |
| # | Preview | Product | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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Quaker State Motor Oil, Synthetic Blend 5W-30 (5-Quart, Single Pack) | 1,245 Reviews | Check Current Price |
| 2 |
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AmazonBasics High Mileage Motor Oil - Full Synthetic - 5W-30 - 5 Quart | 24,764 Reviews | Check Current Price |
| # | Preview | Product | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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Mobil 1 Advanced Fuel Economy Full Synthetic Motor Oil 0W-30, 5QT | 107 Reviews | Check Current Price |
| 2 |
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Mobil 1 121218 0W-30 ESP Motor Oil - 1 Quart | 100 Reviews | Check Current Price |
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 Subaru Legacy oil capacity
| Engine | Oil capacity / Filter capacity | Recommended oil type | Oil change interval |
| EJ255 Legacy 2.5 Turbo | 4.3 L (4.5 quarts) | 5W-30 | 12 000 km / 8 months |
| EJ253 Legacy 2.5 | 4.2 L (4.4 quarts) | 5W-30 | 12 000 km / 8 months |
| 2.5L 4-cyl Engine FB25 | 4.8 liters (5.1 quarts) | 0W-20 | |
| EZ36D Legacy 3.0 | 6.3 L (6.6 quarts) | 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-30, 10W-40 | 12 000 km / 8 months |
| # | Preview | Product | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
|
Quaker State Motor Oil, Synthetic Blend 5W-30 (5-Quart, Single Pack) | 1,245 Reviews | Check Current Price |
| # | Preview | Product | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
|
Mobil 1 Advanced Fuel Economy Full Synthetic Motor Oil 0W-30, 5QT | 107 Reviews | Check Current Price |
2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Subaru Legacy oil capacity
| Engine | Oil capacity / Filter capacity | Recommended oil type | Oil change interval |
| FA20DIT Legacy 2.0T | 5.1 L / 0.2 L | 15 000 km/ 12 months | |
| FB25 Legacy 2.5i | 4.8 L / 0.2 L | 0W-20 5W-20 5W-30 5W-40 |
15 000 km/ 12 months |
| EZ36D Legacy 3.6R | 6.5 L / 0.2 L | 15 000 km/ 12 months |
| # | Preview | Product | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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Quaker State Motor Oil, Synthetic Blend 5W-30 (5-Quart, Single Pack) | 1,245 Reviews | Check Current Price |
| # | Preview | Product | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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Mobil 1 Advanced Fuel Economy Full Synthetic Motor Oil 0W-30, 5QT | 107 Reviews | Check Current Price |
2020 2021 Subaru Legacy Oil Capacity
| Engine | Oil capacity (with filter) | Oil type (viscosity grade) |
| 2.4L 4-cyl Engine [A] FA24 Turbo | 4.8 quarts (4.6 L) | 0W-20 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl Engine FB25D | 4.2 litres (4.5 quarts) | 0W-20 |
| # | Preview | Product | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20 Motor Oil 5 QT | 14,863 Reviews | Check Current Price |
| 2 |
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Castrol 03060 GTX MAGNATEC 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, Green, 5 Quart | 7,812 Reviews | Check Current Price |
| 3 |
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Castrol 03124 Edge 0W-20 Advanced Full Synthetic Motor Oil, 5 Quart | 7,442 Reviews | Check Current Price |
The Oil Is Black and Gritty
New oil is the colour of honey, but after just a few weeks of use, it begins to turn dark. This colour change is acceptable, but as soon as you see particles mixed in with that darker-coloured oil, it’s time for an oil change. These particles can get stuck in your engine and overwhelm your oil filter, which will result in clogging and unnecessary buildup. Has your oil changed before this becomes a problem?
The Engine Runs Loudly
Oil is an engine lubricant, preventing parts from grinding against one another. The dry friction of the constantly moving parts gives off a metallic grinding sound. If your engine begins to run louder and makes abnormal and unpleasant noises, don’t delay that oil change any longer or your Subaru could suffer serious consequences.
Last update on 2021-10-16 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
Contents
- 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 Subaru Legacy Oil Capacity
- 2000 2001 2002 2003 Subaru Legacy Oil Capacity
- 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 Subaru Legacy Oil Capacity
- 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 Subaru Legacy oil capacity
- 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Subaru Legacy oil capacity
- 2020 2021 Subaru Legacy Oil Capacity
