Quick answer
Subaru coolant: Subaru's parts site lists Subaru Super Coolant 50/50 Prediluted (SOA868V9272, superseding SOA868V9270) as its genuine coolant. No Subaru spec code is published there.
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What coolant does Subaru use?
- Subaru's official parts site lists Super Coolant 50/50 PREDILUTED Antifreeze, part number SOA868V9272, which supersedes SOA868V9270. [1]
- Subaru publishes no spec code there. Aftermarket coolant makers name Subaru in their application text.
How Subaru coolant changed over the years
Subaru calls its factory fluid Super Coolant and sells it as a 50/50 premix [1]. Its first change comes later than almost any other make's [2].
2020 schedule
Subaru Super Coolant Blue
First at 11 years / 137,500 mi, then every 6 years / 75,000 mi [2]
Current parts listing
Super Coolant 50/50 premix, SOA868V9272 Not stated on page
Supersedes SOA868V9270 [1]
Subaru coolant chemistry
Subaru's parts page does not publish a chemistry or spec code for Super Coolant [1].
Known Subaru coolant issues
- Because the first change comes at 11 years [2], many Subarus reach their second owner still on factory coolant. Ask for service records before assuming it has been changed.
- Subaru lists no spec code [1], so aftermarket coolants can only name Subaru in their application text.
Genuine Subaru coolant we list
All genuine Subaru products and the details Subaru publishes are on the Subaru coolant brand page.
Coolants whose maker mentions Subaru
4 more only mention Subaru in application text, which is weaker than a code:
Other car makes
Other car makes
Sibling pages: Hyundai, Mazda, Kia, Nissan. Each quotes its own manual, and none of them is interchangeable with Subaru by default. If two cars in one household need different coolants, keep separate bottles; mixing coolant covers why. Full list in the make index.
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Frequently asked questions
When does Subaru Super Coolant need changing?
Subaru's 2020 schedule says first after 11 years or 137,500 miles, then every 6 years or 75,000 miles.
What is the Subaru Super Coolant part number?
Subaru's parts site lists SOA868V9272, which supersedes SOA868V9270.
Is there a Subaru coolant spec code?
Subaru does not publish one on its parts page.
Is Coolant.com affiliated with Subaru?
No. We are independent of Subaru.
Subaru coolant part numbers and spec codes
Quote these numbers at a parts counter. Each comes from the Subaru listing linked in its row, and your manual still decides.
| Genuine product | Part no. | Code shown | Listing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Super Coolant 50/50 Prediluted | SOA868V9272 (supersedes SOA868V9270) | none printed | parts.subaru.com |
Repair manuals & accessories
Repair manual for your car
Haynes repair manual for Subaru
Step-by-step procedures, including draining, refilling and bleeding the cooling system. Manuals cover specific models and years: check the coverage on the cover before you buy.
Examples of the tool type, not a test or ranking by us. Check fit and instructions before you buy. See the full cooling system tools guide.
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Sources
Sources
- Subaru official parts: Super Coolant 50/50 Prediluted (SOA868V9272)
- Subaru of America knowledge base: 2020 maintenance schedule
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