Subaru Crosstrek, GT (USA / CAN)

Differential fluid capacity & service interval

Subaru Crosstrek and GT models require differential fluid with capacities ranging from 0,8 to 1,46 liters. Service intervals include checks every 30000 miles or 30 months and changes every 15000 miles or 15 months. The data covers 24 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
  • Crosstrek 2.5i (2020-2023)
  • From CVT
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,3 liter
  • Check 30000 miles/ 30 months
  • Crosstrek 2.5i (2020-2023)
  • From CVT
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 1,3 liter
  • Change 15000 miles/ 15 months
  • Crosstrek 2.5i (2020-2023)
  • Rear
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 0,8 liter
  • Check 30000 miles/ 30 months
  • Crosstrek 2.5i (2020-2023)
  • Rear
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 0,8 liter
  • Change 15000 miles/ 15 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i (2019-2023)
  • From CVT
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,3 liter
  • Check 30000 miles/ 30 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i (2019-2023)
  • From CVT
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 1,3 liter
  • Change 15000 miles/ 15 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i (2019-2023)
  • Rear
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 0,8 liter
  • Check 30000 miles/ 30 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i (2019-2023)
  • Rear
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 0,8 liter
  • Change 15000 miles/ 15 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i Hybrid (2019-2020)
  • From CVT
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,46 liter
  • Check 30000 miles/ 30 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i Hybrid (2019-2020)
  • From CVT
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 1,46 liter
  • Change 15000 miles/ 15 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i Hybrid (2019-2020)
  • Rear
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 0,8 liter
  • Check 30000 miles/ 30 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i Hybrid (2019-2020)
  • Rear
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 0,8 liter
  • Change 15000 miles/ 15 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i Hybrid (2018-2019)
  • From CVT
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,46 liter
  • Check 30000 miles/ 30 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i Hybrid (2018-2019)
  • From CVT
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 1,46 liter
  • Change 15000 miles/ 15 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i Hybrid (2018-2019)
  • Rear
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 0,8 liter
  • Check 30000 miles/ 30 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i Hybrid (2018-2019)
  • Rear
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 0,8 liter
  • Change 15000 miles/ 15 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i (2017-2019)
  • From CVT
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,3 liter
  • Check 30000 miles/ 30 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i (2017-2019)
  • From CVT
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 1,3 liter
  • Change 15000 miles/ 15 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i (2017-2019)
  • Rear
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 0,8 liter
  • Check 30000 miles/ 30 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i (2017-2019)
  • Rear
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 0,8 liter
  • Change 15000 miles/ 15 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i (2015-2017)
  • From CVT
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
  • Check 30000 miles/ 30 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i (2015-2017)
  • From CVT
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 1,2 liter
  • Change 15000 miles/ 15 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i (2015-2017)
  • Rear
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 0,8 liter
  • Check 30000 miles/ 30 months
  • Crosstrek 2.0i (2015-2017)
  • Rear
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 0,8 liter
  • Change 15000 miles/ 15 months

Additional Notes

  • The front differential on the Subaru Crosstrek is integrated with the CVT unit rather than housed separately, which is why the specification is labeled "differential, from CVT." The capacity figure for this location reflects the fluid volume held within that combined assembly section, not a standalone differential housing.
  • The 2.0i from 2015-2017 carries a front differential capacity of 1.2 liters, while the 2017-2019 and 2019-2023 2.0i generations both specify 1.3 liters for the same location. This 0.1-liter increase aligns with a revised CVT-integrated differential design introduced with the second-generation Crosstrek platform.
  • The 2.0i Hybrid for 2018-2019 and 2019-2020 specifies a front differential capacity of 1.46 liters, the largest front differential fill volume across all configurations in these specifications. The hybrid drivetrain's additional mechanical components within the CVT assembly account for the higher fluid volume compared to the standard 2.0i and 2.5i variants.
  • The rear differential capacity is consistently 0.8 liters across all configurations and model years covered in these specifications, spanning the 2.0i, 2.0i Hybrid, and 2.5i variants from 2015-2023.
  • Under normal use conditions, both the front and rear differentials are scheduled for inspection at 30,000 miles or 30 months, whichever comes first. A check interval rather than a change interval means the fluid level and condition are evaluated, but a full fluid exchange is not automatically required at that point.
  • Under severe use conditions, both differential locations require a full fluid change at 15,000 miles or 15 months. The interval is exactly half that of the normal-use check schedule, reflecting the accelerated fluid degradation associated with demanding operating conditions such as frequent towing, off-road use, or repeated short trips.
  • The 2.5i engine variant, available from 2020-2023, shares identical differential capacities and service intervals with the 2.0i of the same era. Both specify 1.3 liters for the front differential and 0.8 liters for the rear, with the same 30,000-mile normal check and 15,000-mile severe change schedule.

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