Subaru Impreza Timing Belt Or Timing Chain (1993 - 2023)

From the model year 1993 to 2023, the Subaru Impreza has various engines with either a timing belt or a timing chain. It also has both interference and non-interference engines.

Scroll down to see specific data for your model year below.

The timing belt (or chain) maintains the proper synchronization between the various engine components in a combustion engine.

If the belt or chain stretches or breaks, it can lead to catastrophic engine damage.

Timing belts have a recommended replacement interval, while timing chains are generally rated for the engines lifetime, although they need to be inspected occasionally.

Subaru Impreza Timing Belt Or Chain (1993 - 2023)
YearEngineBelt Or ChainInterferenceService Interval
20232.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20222.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20212.0L 4 Cyl. 152 hp (DAVCS FB20D)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20202.0L 4 Cyl. 152 hp (DAVCS FB20D)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20192.0L 4 Cyl. 152 hp (DAVCS FB20D)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20182.0L 4 Cyl. 152 hp (DAVCS FB20D)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20172.0L 4 Cyl. 152 hp (DAVCS FB20D)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20162.0L 4 Cyl. 148 hp (FB20)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20152.0L 4 Cyl. 148 hp (FB20)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20142.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 305 hp (EJ257)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20142.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 265 hp (EJ257)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20142.0L 4 Cyl. 148 hp (FB20)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20132.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 305 hp (EJ257)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20132.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 265 hp (EJ257)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20132.0L 4 Cyl. 148 hp (FB20)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20122.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 305 hp (EJ257)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20122.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 265 hp (EJ257)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20122.0L 4 Cyl. 148 hp (FB20)Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
20112.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 305 hp (EJ257)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20112.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 265 hp (EJ257)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20112.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20102.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 305 hp (EJ257)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20102.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 265 hp (EJ257)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20102.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 224 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20102.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20092.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 305 hp (EJ257)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20092.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 265 hp (EJ257)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20092.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 224 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20092.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20082.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 305 hp (EJ257)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20082.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 224 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20082.5L 4 Cyl. 170 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20072.5L Turbo 293 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20072.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 224 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20072.5L 173 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20062.5L Turbo 300 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20062.5L Turbo 230 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20062.5L 173 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20052.5L Turbo 300 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20052.0L Turbo 227 hp (EJ20)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20052.5L 173 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20042.5L Turbo 300 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20042.0L Turbo 227 hp (EJ20)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20042.5L 173 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20032.0L Turbo 227 hp (EJ20)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20032.5L 173 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20022.0L Turbo 227 hp (EJ20)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20022.5L 173 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20012.5L 165 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20012.2L 142 hp (EJ22)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20002.5L 165 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
20002.2L 142 hp (EJ22)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
19992.5L 165 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
19992.2L 142 hp (EJ22)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
19982.5L 165 hp (EJ25)Timing BeltInterference105k miles
19982.2L 137 hp (EJ22)Timing BeltNon-Interference60K miles
19972.2L 135 hp (EJ22)Timing BeltNon-Interference60K miles
19971.8L 115 hp (EJ18)Timing BeltNon-Interference60K miles
19962.2L 135 hp (EJ22)Timing BeltNon-Interference60K miles
19961.8L 115 hp (EJ18)Timing BeltNon-Interference60K miles
19952.2L 135 hp (EJ22)Timing BeltNon-Interference60K miles
19951.8L 110 hp (EJ18)Timing BeltNon-Interference60K miles
19941.8L 110 hp (EJ18)Timing BeltNon-Interference60K miles
19931.8L 110 hp (EJ18)Timing BeltNon-Interference60K miles

TimingBeltInfo.com is a website designed to quickly find the timing belt (or chain) information for your vehicle.

Understanding the timing system in your vehicle or a possible purchase can save you money and headaches in the long run.

When in doubt, always consult with a professional mechanic.

Also, you can consult the vehicle's owner's manual.