Toyota is a brand that needs no introduction as the second largest automotive manufacturer in the world. At 8020 Media, we hold a special place in our hearts for Toyotas. As such, we have written dozens of Toyota-specific articles ranging from technical articles like our 2GR-FKS engine guide to buyer-focused guides like our Toyota Camry vs Corolla article. Be sure to browse through our Toyota content, as we likely have what you are looking for.
The Toyota 3VZE 3.0L V6 engine made its debut in the 1988 4Runner and Pickup. It’s the first engine larger than an inline-4 to make an appearance in either model. However, the 3VZE only delivers 150hp and 180 lb-ft of torque. That’s not horrible by 1980’s and 1990’s standards, but it still isn’t much power…
The Toyota 1ZZ-FE 1.8L engine was introduced in 1998 and remained through 2008. It’s a basic NA 1.8L inline-4 engine that’s in many different Toyota models. 1ZZ-FE engines offer 120-140 horsepower, so it’s certainly not an impressive performance engine. However, the Toyota 1ZZ FE does offer a good balance of reliability and efficiency. No engine…
Toyota first introduced the 3MZ-FE engine in 2002. It was a replacement for the 1MZ-FE in some models while others offer both engine options. The 3MZ FE is a DOHC 3.3L V6 engine featuring VVT-i. It shares the same base design as the 1MZ engine, however the 3MZ is slightly larger with a higher compression…
The Toyota 2UZ-FE is a 4.7L V8 that made its debut in the 1998 Land Cruiser. Output varies from 228-271 horsepower depending upon the specific year and model. Later 2UZ-FE engines with VVT-i generally offer more performance than earlier versions. Anyways, the Toyota 4.7 V8 offers a solid balance of performance and reliability. Though, there…
Almost any car enthusiast in the world is familiar with – or has at least heard of – the legendary Toyota 2JZ-GTE engine. It was a special engine in stock form when Toyota first released the 2JZ in 1991. It’s a 3.0L DOHC twin-turbo inline-6 engine that offers 320 horsepower straight from the factory. These…
Toyota released the 3.4 V6 5VZ-FE engine all the way back in 1993 and it remained through 2004. The engine offers a reasonable 190hp and 220 lb-ft of torque. Those numbers might sound low by modern standards, but it’s solid performance for an engine of that era. Additionally, many consider the Toyota 5VZ-FE to be…
In 2007, Toyota introduced the 5.7 V8 for use in the Tundra, Sequoia, Land Cruiser, and Lexus LX 570. The engine is also known as the Toyota 3UR-FE, and remains in the same vehicles as of 2021. It offers a respectable 381 horsepower and 401 lb-ft of torque. For some time, Toyota also offered a…
The Toyota 2AR-FE is a 2.5L inline-4 engine first released in 2008. It’s an engine option in the Toyota Camry and RAV4 even to this day. 2AR-FE engines offer 169 to 180hp. It’s not a lot of power by modern standards, but it’s enough for the purpose the engine serves. The 2AR-FE is a smooth,…
The Toyota 1GR-FE is a 4.0L V6 engine introduced in 2002. It’s been through a few minor updates but still remains in production today. 1GR-FE engines make 236-270 horsepower. The power is underwhelming for a modern engine with a pretty large displacement. However, low output from the Toyota 4.0L V6 comes with benefits – longevity…
The Toyota 2GR-FE is a 3.5L V6 engine found in many Toyota, Lexus, and Lotus models from 2005 to present. NA versions make roughly 290 to 315 horsepower depending on the specific car. A handful of the 3.5 V6’s also use a supercharger and make up to 430 horsepower. Point is – the Toyota 2GR-FE…
