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    Subaru Forester 2012: High oil consumption?

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    I recently purchased a new XS Subaru Forester Premium and while I am very pleased with it, I am disappointed about what I hear and read about their oil consumption. Why is that so? How much do they consume and what oil do I use to top it up. A 2012 engine should not consume much oil?

    Answered by CarsGuide
    12 October 2012
    Graham Smith

    The oil consumption is a result of the engine design, being horizontally-opposed, and it's not limited to Subaru. Oil accumulates in the rings when it's sitting and you'll sometimes see a puff of smoke from the tailpipe on start-up. It's not something to be concerned about if you check the oil on a regular basis, as you should do on all cars. Use the Subaru recommended oil when topping it up, you'll find that in the owner's manual.

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