{"product_id":"2005-2012-subaru-legacy-2-5i-ej253-na-2-5l-flat-4-cylinder-engine","title":"2005–2012 Subaru Legacy 2.5i EJ253 NA 2.5L Flat 4-Cylinder Engine","description":"\u003ch2\u003e Engine Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEngine Code (Part Code)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEJ25 (EJ251 \/ EJ253 \/ EJ255 \/ EJ257)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEngine Family\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubaru EJ Boxer Engine Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEngine Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5L (2,457 cc) Horizontally Opposed 4-Cylinder (Boxer)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eAspiration \u0026amp; Fuel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally Aspirated (EJ251 \/ EJ253) \/ Turbocharged (EJ255 \/ EJ257)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eMileage \/ Condition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eUsed Low-Mileage Import \/ Tested (Approx. 50,000–70,000 KM)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eTesting Status\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompression Tested, Leak-Down Tested \u0026amp; Steam Cleaned\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eParts Included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComplete Engine Assembly with Attached Core Accessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCore Charge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003e$0 (No Core Return Required)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Product Overview \u0026amp; Fitment Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet your Subaru back on the road with a \u003cb\u003ehand-picked, low-mileage EJ25 complete engine assembly\u003c\/b\u003e—compression tested, steam cleaned, and verified for strong mechanical health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose This Engine?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eLow-Mileage Condition:\u003c\/b\u003e Sourced with low average kilometers (approx. 50K–70K KM) to ensure maximum remaining operational life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFully Tested:\u003c\/b\u003e Units undergo compression and leak-down testing prior to listing to check cylinder pressures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDirect OEM Replacement:\u003c\/b\u003e Original Subaru 2.5L Boxer engine assembly designed for direct drop-in setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eNo Core Return:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep your old engine block! We do not charge core fees or require trade-ins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e General Vehicle Fitment Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEngine Variations:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEJ251:\u003c\/b\u003e Naturally Aspirated SOHC \/ MAP Sensor (Fits 1999–2004 Outback, Legacy, Forester, Impreza 2.5L).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEJ253:\u003c\/b\u003e Naturally Aspirated SOHC \/ MAF \u0026amp; i-AVLS (Fits 2005–2012 Outback, Legacy, Forester, Impreza 2.5L).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEJ255:\u003c\/b\u003e Turbocharged DOHC \/ AVCS (Fits 2006–2014 WRX, Forester XT, Legacy GT, Outback XT).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEJ257:\u003c\/b\u003e Turbocharged DOHC \/ Dual AVCS High-Performance (Fits 2004–2021 WRX STI).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVIN \u0026amp; Variant Verification Recommended:\u003c\/b\u003e Subaru 2.5L engines have distinct variations in cylinder head EGR ports, i-AVLS solenoid setups, single vs. dual AVCS, and intake manifolds across model years. Call us at \u003cb\u003e403.471.7150\u003c\/b\u003e or send us your VIN so we can verify exact matching before shipping!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Components Included vs. Accessories to Transfer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngines are sold as \u003cb\u003ecomplete assemblies (photos may show a representative unit) \u003c\/b\u003e, including attached intake and exhaust core accessories. However, because electrical plug configurations, emissions setups, and sensor layouts vary by year and market, plan to swap your original sensors and harness if necessary:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded (Attached Core Accessories)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransfer \/ Swap From Original Engine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e Engine Block \u0026amp; Cylinder Head Assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cb\u003eVehicle Engine Wiring Harness \u0026amp; ECU\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e Intake Manifold \u0026amp; Throttle Body Assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cb\u003eSensors (USDM Crank\/Cam Sensors, Knock Sensor)\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e Fuel Rail \u0026amp; Injectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e Vehicle Emissions \u0026amp; Vacuum Lines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e Exhaust Manifold \u0026amp; Turbocharger (Turbo models)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e Alternator, AC Compressor \u0026amp; Power Steering Pump \u003ci\u003e(If different)\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e Timing Covers, Valve Covers \u0026amp; Oil Pan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e Starter Motor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompatible Models \u0026amp; Years\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eYear Range\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eDrivetrain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubaru Impreza \/ Crosstrek 2.5i\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2005 – 2011\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAWD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEJ253 NA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubaru Legacy 2.5i\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2005 – 2012\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAWD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEJ253 NA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubaru Outback 2.5i\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2005 – 2012\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAWD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEJ253 NA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubaru Forester 2.5X\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2005 – 2010\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAWD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEJ253 NA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubaru Baja\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2003 – 2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAWD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNA \u0026amp; Turbo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cb\u003eUnsure About Compatibility?\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVehicle options, trims, and engine splits can vary. Before placing your order, please \u003cb\u003econtact us with your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)\u003c\/b\u003e or send it to us before ordering. Our team will verify exact block, head, and sensor compatibility for your specific vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Peripheral Swap Notice:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSensor \u0026amp; Harness Swaps:\u003c\/b\u003e Depending on your vehicle’s exact market, trim, and emission specs, your installer may need to transfer your original engine’s sensors, intake manifold, wiring harness, or oil pan to match your factory ECU.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/b\u003e This compatibility table is provided for reference purposes only. 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