EE20 vs FA20DIT

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
FA20DIT ACCEPTABLE 70/100
+12 points over EE20
0 / 100
CAUTION EE20 Subaru
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE FA20DIT Subaru

Specifications

EE20
FA20DIT
Brand
Subaru
Subaru
Verdict
CAUTION
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
58
70
Years
2008--2020
2014--2021
Displacement
1998 cc
1998 cc
Layout
H4
H4
Type
Diesel
Petrol Turbo
Power
147--150 hp
268 hp
Known Issues
2
1
Total Risk Cost
€1,000--€3,500
€1,200--€3,000

Character

EE20

"Impreza/XV/Forester diesel. Only Boxer diesel ever mass produced. DPF issues endemic in city use. EGR failures. Head gasket (Subaru tradition). Niche engine with limited specialist knowledge."

FA20DIT

"WRX engine (non-STI). Direct injection turbo boxer. Carbon buildup. Better than EJ but still needs attention."

Issues Comparison

EE20 2

▲ HIGH
DPF endemic issues in city use €500--€2,000 40,000 km--100,000 km
● MODERATE
Head gasket weeping €500--€1,500 80,000 km--150,000 km

FA20DIT 1

● MODERATE
Rod bearing wear — heavy use €1,200--€3,000 80,000 km--150,000 km
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