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Subaru Impreza 3rd Generation (GE/GH non-WRX)

2008–2011 · GE/GH · sedan

The third-gen non-WRX Impreza came as sedan (GE) and four-door hatch (GH) with the EJ253 2.5L naturally aspirated flat-four. AWD standard. Trims included 2.5i, 2.5i Premium, and the Outback Sport hatchback. The WRX shared this chassis on its own bodywork (covered in the WRX guide). The GR/GV chassis codes belong to the widebody WRX/STI, not the non-WRX Impreza.

Watch out: Owner reports of EJ253 head-gasket external coolant weeping at high mileage (this is the same Subaru naturally aspirated 2.5L head-gasket pattern from earlier generations), oil consumption on later units (the FB-engine class action covers FB25/FB20, not the EJ253), and worn front strut mounts.

What your Impreza takes

The parts and fluids that fit this generation. Specs we publish are confirmed against two independent sources; the rest fill in as we verify them.

  • Wiper blades24" driver · 16" passenger✓ VerifiedView
  • Spark plugs2.5L-H4: BKR5EGPFrom owner's manualShop
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  • Engine air filterParts in catalogShop
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  • ThermostatNot catalogued yetFind yours soon
  • A/C refrigerantNot catalogued yetFind yours soon
  • Fuel filterNot catalogued yetFind yours soon

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