EJ20 NA vs FA20DIT

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Reliability score
Tied 70/100
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE EJ20 NA Subaru
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE FA20DIT Subaru

Specifications

EJ20 NA
FA20DIT
Brand
Subaru
Subaru
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
70
70
Years
1989--2020
2014--2021
Displacement
1994 cc
1998 cc
Layout
H4
H4
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Turbo
Power
113--155 hp
268 hp
Known Issues
1
1
Total Risk Cost
€400--€1,200
€1,200--€3,000

Character

EJ20 NA

"Impreza/Forester NA. Head gasket failure is THE Subaru issue (external leak). Oil consumption. Timing belt (interference). Strong with care. Replace head gaskets proactively."

FA20DIT

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

Issues Comparison

EJ20 NA 1

▲ HIGH
Head gasket external leak €400--€1,200 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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