2021 Subaru Impreza Oil Type & Capacity

The 2021 Subaru Impreza takes 0W-20 motor oil — 4.7 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

0W-204.7 quarts with filter

Oil capacity by engine

EngineOil Type (viscosity)Capacity w/ FilterCapacity w/o FilterNotes
Base, 4D Sedan, Automatic CVT TransILSAC GF-5, API - SN, SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil4.70 QTS.If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available, 5W-30 conventional oil may be used if replenishment is needed but should be changed to 0W-20 synthetic oil at the next oil change.
Base, 4D Sedan, Standard TransILSAC GF-5, API - SN, SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil4.70 QTS.If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available, 5W-30 conventional oil may be used if replenishment is needed but should be changed to 0W-20 synthetic oil at the next oil change.
Base, 4D Wagon, Automatic CVT TransILSAC GF-5, API - SN, SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil4.70 QTS.If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available, 5W-30 conventional oil may be used if replenishment is needed but should be changed to 0W-20 synthetic oil at the next oil change.
Base, 4D Wagon, Standard TransILSAC GF-5, API - SN, SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil4.70 QTS.If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available, 5W-30 conventional oil may be used if replenishment is needed but should be changed to 0W-20 synthetic oil at the next oil change.
Limited, 4D SedanILSAC GF-5, API - SN, SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil4.70 QTS.If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available, 5W-30 conventional oil may be used if replenishment is needed but should be changed to 0W-20 synthetic oil at the next oil change.
Limited, 4D WagonILSAC GF-5, API - SN, SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil4.70 QTS.If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available, 5W-30 conventional oil may be used if replenishment is needed but should be changed to 0W-20 synthetic oil at the next oil change.
Premium, 4D SedanILSAC GF-5, API - SN, SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil4.70 QTS.If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available, 5W-30 conventional oil may be used if replenishment is needed but should be changed to 0W-20 synthetic oil at the next oil change.
Premium, 4D WagonILSAC GF-5, API - SN, SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil4.70 QTS.If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available, 5W-30 conventional oil may be used if replenishment is needed but should be changed to 0W-20 synthetic oil at the next oil change.
Sport, 4D SedanILSAC GF-5, API - SN, SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil4.70 QTS.If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available, 5W-30 conventional oil may be used if replenishment is needed but should be changed to 0W-20 synthetic oil at the next oil change.
Sport, 4D Wagon, Automatic CVT TransILSAC GF-5, API - SN, SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil4.70 QTS.If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available, 5W-30 conventional oil may be used if replenishment is needed but should be changed to 0W-20 synthetic oil at the next oil change.
Sport, 4D Wagon, Standard TransILSAC GF-5, API - SN, SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil4.70 QTS.If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available, 5W-30 conventional oil may be used if replenishment is needed but should be changed to 0W-20 synthetic oil at the next oil change.

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More specs & repair guides for your Impreza

2021 Subaru Impreza factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)

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Coolant capacity

8.2 quarts (7.76 L) — SUBARU Super Coolant

Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 2021 Subaru Impreza take?

The 2021 Subaru Impreza takes 0W-20 motor oil (ILSAC GF-5, API - SN, SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil), per the factory service manual.

How much oil does a 2021 Subaru Impreza take?

The 2021 Subaru Impreza holds 4.7 quarts with a filter change.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 2021 Subaru Impreza?

Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2021 Subaru Impreza. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.

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