EJ253
SOHC – 165 hp (121 kW) @ 5600/rpm, 167 ft·lbf (226 N·m) torque @ 4400 rpm. Intake volume is regulated by use of a MAF sensor, unlike the EJ251 which is regulated by a MAP sensor. I-Active valves (VVL intake side) on 06+ models which have ISO 173 hp (129 kW) @ 5600 rpm, 166 ft·lbf (225 N·m) torque @ 4000 rpm. Compression ratio 10,0:1
- Impreza 99, 05
- Legacy, Outback USA 05+
- Legacy 03-06 (Europe)
- Outback 03-09 (Europe)
- Forester 99 (SF), 05+ (SG, SH)
- Baja 05+
- Saab 9-2x Linear 05, 06