Toyota Engines: Common Problems and Key Specs

Toyota is one of the most popular and successful brands in the car market. It has engineered hundreds of engines and implemented thousands of revolutionary technologies that changed the way internal combustion engines work.

In this article, I will list all the Toyota engines that I've reviewed in this blog. All of them are legendary powerplants that deserve your attention. The list is very long, so I will promptly describe every engine and give you the link to the full article.

The aim of this article is to give you a general overview of the engines Toyota has made in its life. Also, I will update the article once I write about any new engine.

Toyota 5.0L V12 1GZ-FE engine

This is the only mass-produced V12 in the history of Toyota. The engine has 5 liters of displacement and is abnormally huge for the Japanese market. It was only used in the Toyota Century in some markets and wasn't installed in any other models.

The engine is pretty simple. It has an aluminum block with a closed cooling system. Two heads without hydraulic lifters but with phasers on the exhaust cam look pretty modern for the year 1997. The cams are driven by the chain. Also, the vehicle has an electronic throttle and, what's really interesting, two separate electronic control units - one for each cylinder row.

Of course, this was one of the awful Toyota engines in terms of fuel consumption. Now, it would be considered too wasteful if you owned and drove this car on a daily basis.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:1997-2017
• Average lifespan of 1GZ-FE:260,000-290,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:port injection
• Power range:280-312 hp
• Fuel efficiency:awful
• Engine block material:aluminum
• Engine reliability score:high
• The most common problems:electronic throttles are faulty, oil consumption, water pump is not eternal, overheating problems were registered.

Toyota 3.0L V6 3VZ-E engine

The 3VZ-E engine is one of the legends made by Toyota more than 30 years ago. This was the V6 engine for large SUVs and pickup trucks. The engine was made with Toyota's understanding of reliability and was one of the representatives of the "golden age" of Toyota technologies.

This is the V6 3-liter engine with an iron block and basically no complicated technologies. Simple injection, no phasers (of course), no hydraulic lifters, no turbocharger. As a result, the power is pretty low for this displacement. But the high torque compensates for the lack of power.

In terms of fuel efficiency, the 3VZ-E engine is one of the worst V6 you will ever see. Because of no technologies behind it, fuel consumption is huge. But the engine offers proper longevity. It was mainly used in the 4Runner, Hilux, and T100.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:1988-1995
• Average lifespan of 3VZ-E:190,000-220,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:port injection
• Power range:145-150 hp
• Fuel efficiency:awful
• Engine block material:cast-iron
• Engine reliability score:high
• The most common problems:overheating issues are common, crankshaft may give up too early, oil consumption is inevitable.

Toyota 2.7L 2TR-FE engine

This is one of the most reliable modern engines offered by Toyota. The 2.7L 4-cylinder 2TR-FE powerplant is perfect for SUVs and pickup trucks. Yes, it's not really powerful but it offers high torque and overall great use in different conditions.

The engine was first introduced in 2004 with the VVTi phaser on one camshaft only. In 2015, Toyota introduced the version with Dual VVTi phasers - one for each cam. The addition of the complicated Dual VVTi didn't change anything in terms of durability and the engine kept on breaking longevity records.

Even now, it powers the Hilux, Fortuner, Land Cruiser Prado, Innova, and 4Runner for some markets. The engine is perfect in terms of the balance between power, technologies, and durability.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:2004-2024
• Average lifespan of 2TR-FE:260,000-290,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:port injection
• Power range:150-165 hp
• Fuel efficiency:average
• Engine block material:cast-iron
• Engine reliability score:high
• The most common problems:occasional oil leaks, vibrations when idling, weird sounds.

Toyota 2.0L M20A-FKS engine

This engine belongs to the Dynamic Force family that is unfolding right now and new engines are being added to the family regularly. The 2-liter 4-cylinder powerplant seems to be pretty standard for its time of development.

It has additional port injectors along with the direct injection system to avoid carbon buildup. The power is quite high taking into account that there is no turbocharger in this engine. The camshafts are driven by the chain and there are phasers for each cam. Also, there are balance shafts in this engine to shorten the vibrations. Hydraulic lifters are presented.

Toyota uses this engine in some markets for the Corolla, RAV4, C-HR, Corolla Cross, and so on. Also, Lexus UX and ES have this engine in some of their base trims. But you should know that this is the new-gen engine and it obviously has more problems than classic Toyota engines.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:2018-now
• Average lifespan of M20A-FKS:160,000-180,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:combined injection (direct + port)
• Power range:170-178 hp
• Fuel efficiency:good
• Engine block material:aluminum
• Engine reliability score:medium
• The most common problems:quite noisy work, EGR cooler leaks, EGR valve may get stuck.

Toyota 2JZ-GTE engine

The 2JZ-GTE engine was initially made to power the JDM sedan called Aristo. But later Toyota decided to use it for the Supra that was sold all over the world. The engine is pretty old-fashioned and simple but has good power thanks to a twin-turbo system attached to a pretty classic base.

This is the 3-liter 6-cylinder in-line engine with two turbochargers and an intercooler. Thanks to turbocharging, it can offer up to 330 horsepower. The earlier versions were made without phasers at all while some later-made engines came with the VVTi system on the intake camshaft. The camshafts were driven by the belt.

In terms of fuel efficiency, this is not the best Toyota engine because it was mainly focused on performance and power.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:1991-2002
• Average lifespan of 2JZ-GTE:310,000-350,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:port injection
• Power range:280-330 hp
• Fuel efficiency:awful
• Engine block material:cast-iron
• Engine reliability score:high
• The most common problems:turbocharger issues, drive belt is weak, VVTi phaser may break early, water pump is too weak.

Toyota 3.4L 5VZ-FE engine

While the VZ-series of engines is considered to be problematic in Toyota cars, the 5VZ-FE is a pleasant exception. This is a very decent 3.4L V6 engine that powered a lot of SUVs, pickup trucks, and vans. Interestingly, it was produced in the US.

The engine is extremely simple. There is no turbocharger, no lifters, no phasers. The camshafts are driven by the belt. The block is cast-iron which is good for repairs. But when it comes to fuel efficiency, it shouldn't be seen as one of the advantages of this machine. It will burn tons of fuel due to the lack of technologies in it.

Overall, there is nothing to tell you about this engine - it's simple and reliable and it just needs proper maintenance to last very long.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:1995-2004
• Average lifespan of 5VZ-FE:260,000-290,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:port injection
• Power range:190 hp
• Fuel efficiency:awful
• Engine block material:cast-iron
• Engine reliability score:high
• The most common problems:oil consumption, overheating due to cooling system flaws.

Toyota 3.5L V6 2GR-FKS engine

This is a very common engine for a lot of popular Toyota cars. It powers the Sienna, Camry, Tacoma, Highlander, Avalon, and also a bunch of Lexus models.

The engine is a 3.5L V6 with all the needed technologies for economy. This engine works with the Atkinson cycle, so it is also used for hybrid powertrains. It has a Dual VVTi system of phasers for both camshafts. The timing system is driven by the chain.

According to official fuel consumption figures, the engine is pretty efficient offering proper power and showing good gas mileage. In real life, however, the consumption may disappoint you a little.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:2015-now
• Average lifespan of 2GR-FKS:190,000-220,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:combined injection (direct + port)
• Power range:280-315 hp
• Fuel efficiency:average
• Engine block material:aluminum
• Engine reliability score:medium
• The most common problems:oil leaks are common, uneven idling RPM, low-pressure fuel pump problems, water pump issues.

Toyota 4.7L V8 2UZ-FE engine

This engine is quite old but it was discontinued only in 2012. The engine was made in Alabama and was targeted mainly on the US market. It powered big cars like pickup trucks and SUVs. You may know this engine in the Land Cruiser 100 and 200, Tundra, Sequoia, 4Runner, and also Lexus GX and LX.

The V8 cast-iron block seems to be eternal. The engine has no turbocharger, no lifters. Its earlier models didn't even have the phaser (later the VVTi for intake cam was added). The camshafts are driven by the belt.

There is nothing interesting I can tell you about this engine because it just works well and doesn't seem to have any serious issues. It's very often used for projects and upgrades.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:1998-2012
• Average lifespan of 2UZ-FE:320,000-360,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:port injection
• Power range:230-232 hp
• Fuel efficiency:awful
• Engine block material:cast-iron
• Engine reliability score:high
• The most common problems:no lifters, timing belt and water pump are weak, complicated timing belt replacement procedure.

Toyota 1.8L 2ZR-FAE engine

This is a very popular base engine for a lot of small Toyota cars. It's commonly known thanks to the Corolla, but it has been used in dozens of different vehicles in various markets. Also, it powers the Scion iM.

The engine is pretty simple and overall reliable but it requires careful maintenance. There is no turbocharger. The engine is fitted with hydraulic lifters. The camshafts are driven by the chain. Interestingly, the 2ZR-FAE combines two technological features for valve timing - VVTi and also Valvematic.

It's a very efficient powerplant with a priority on fuel efficiency. But the addition of many technologies made it a little less reliable than you may expect. Minor problems happen now and then and require repairs.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:2007-now
• Average lifespan of 2ZR-FAE:160,000-180,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:port injection
• Power range:140-150 hp
• Fuel efficiency:good
• Engine block material:aluminum
• Engine reliability score:medium
• The most common problems:bad oil consumption, water pump is awful, timing chain can stretch, throttle contamination, Valvematic problems, VVTi problems.

Toyota 2.5L A25A-FKS engine

Toyota offered the 2.5L 4-cylinder A25A-FKS engine in 2017 and it became the revolution in terms of simple engine fuel efficiency. Without using experimental technologies, Toyota managed to achieve wonderful fuel consumption in this engine and owners will obviously love this.

The engine powers the Camry, RAV4, Avalon, and also several Lexus models in different markets. There is also the competing engine M20A-FKS that powers the same car models and has 2 liters of displacement. But the A25A model proves to be more efficient and overall has fewer problems.

The engine has balance shafts, there are hydraulic lifters. It's naturally aspirated, the timing system is driven by the chain and there are phasers on both camshafts.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:2017-now
• Average lifespan of A25A-FKS:160,000-180,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:combined injection D4-S (direct + port)
• Power range:200-210 hp
• Fuel efficiency:good
• Engine block material:aluminum
• Engine reliability score:medium
• The most common problems:noisy work, EGR cooler leaks, EGR valve getting stuck, VVTi problems.

Toyota 1.8L 2ZR-FXE engine

Whenever you see the X letter in the engine code of Toyota, you may be sure this is the hybrid powerplant.

So, the 1.8L 2ZR-FXE engine is very well-known thanks to the Toyota Prius but it also powered other vehicles such as the Auris, Corolla, C-HR, Corolla Cross, and the Lexus CT200h.

This is a non-turbo Atkinson-cycle gas-powered engine with 4 cylinders and 1.8 liters of displacement. It's made to work within the hybrid powerplant. The camshafts are driven by chain, there is a phaser for the intake cam. There are hydraulic lifters. The power of the engine is not that high.

Owners claim the engine is pretty reliable but it also got a lot of bad reviews and reports. If you buy this powerplant used, you also need to make sure that the battery pack is not dead because it costs more to replace than the engine.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:2009-now
• Average lifespan of 2ZR-FXE:190,000-220,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:port injection
• Power range:95-99 hp
• Fuel efficiency:excellent
• Engine block material:aluminum
• Engine reliability score:medium
• The most common problems:bad oil consumption, coolant leaks, weak head gasket, phaser issues, water pump problems.

Toyota 3.5L V6 V35A-FTS engine

This is a relatively new engine that was launched in 2017, so we still don't know a lot about its behavior at high mileage. But it's a popular powerplant, so some stats data are already available.

This is the high-performance engine that powers the Land Cruiser 300, Tundra, and Sequoia. Also, it can be found under the hoods of the Lexus LS and LX. The premium engine is super powerful - it's equipped with a twin-turbo system to boost its performance.

The camshafts are driven by the chain. All cams are equipped with VVTi phasers for better efficiency. There are hydraulic lifters in this engine. The intake valves won't get a lot of carbon buildup thanks to the combined injection system.

The reliability is yet to be observed but experts believe this is a pretty reliable and good-to-own powerplant without serious common problems.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:2017-now
• Average lifespan of V35A-FTS:190,000-220,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:combined injection D4-ST (direct + port)
• Power range:350-420 hp
• Fuel efficiency:average
• Engine block material:aluminum
• Engine reliability score:medium
• The most common problems:oil consumption, VVTi problems, chain stretching.

Toyota 2.5L Hybrid A25A-FXS engine

This is basically the same A25A-FKS engine described above with several significant upgrades that allow it to work effectively in the hybrid powerplant. This engine may be used in different hybrid types like the PHEV and HEV.

The engine works with Miller Cycle, other than that it has absolutely the same technologies as the A25A-FKS engine. The only difference is the addition of the electric motors of various efficiency and also the battery pack of different sizes for the work of the hybrid system.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:2017-now
• Average lifespan of A25A-FXS:160,000-180,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:combined injection D4-S (direct + port)
• Power range:174-189 hp
• Fuel efficiency:excellent
• Engine block material:aluminum
• Engine reliability score:medium
• The most common problems:noisy work, EGR cooler leaks, EGR valve getting stuck, VVTi problems.

Toyota 1.6L G16E-GTS engine

This is one of the angriest Toyota engines in history. It powers the new GR Corolla in the US and also the GR Yaris in different markets. The powerplant is extremely powerful and fast even though it only has 1.6 liters of displacement and 3 cylinders.

The engine is turbocharged with (surprisingly) the single-scroll turbocharger. The torque is just huge and this allows the engine to accelerate enormously quickly. The lubrication system is unique with a lot of jets to inject oil into the cylinder to cool and lubricate it.

Of course, it has the chain on its camshafts. The valve timing system is pretty straightforward yet very efficient. Yes, this engine has a lot of common problems but it's made for fun, not for family driving, so you will need to be ready to pay for repairs if you really want to own such a vehicle.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:2020-now
• Average lifespan of G16E-GTS:110,000-130,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:combined injection D4-S (direct + port)
• Power range:257-300 hp
• Fuel efficiency:bad
• Engine block material:aluminum
• Engine reliability score:low
• The most common problems:weak head, potential oil pump issues, VVTi problems, zero chance for safe upgrades.

Toyota 2.0L 3ZR-FAE engine

While this 2.0L 4-cylinder engine powers fresh Toyota vehicles, it was engineered back in 2008 and isn't considered fresh at all. This is a relatively simple engine and the most complicated thing in it is the Valvematic plus VVTi phaser that loves malfunctioning.

Starting from 2023, the engine lost its place under the hood of new vehicles and is now being replaced by more modern powerplants. But I should say this is not a bad machine that comes with pretty decent longevity.

The camshafts are driven by the chain. There are hydraulic lifters, so no need to adjust the valves. Simple injection allows the engine to prevent carbon buildup on intake valves.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:2008-2023
• Average lifespan of 3ZR-FAE:160,000-180,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:port injection
• Power range:148-158 hp
• Fuel efficiency:good
• Engine block material:aluminum
• Engine reliability score:medium
• The most common problems:noisy work, oil consumption, water pump is very weak, the chain will stretch fast, Valvematic and VVTi problems.

Toyota 2.4L T24A-FTS engine

This is one of the freshest Toyota engines that is made for the new Highlander. Also, the company uses it for the Toyota Crown (JDM) and for Lexus NX and RX models. The 2.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine is very powerful and efficient.

The twin-scroll turbocharger is the key part of the system. The engine has a Dual VVTi phaser system, the camshafts are driven by the chain. There are balance shafts in the construction. Also, the T24A-FTS has the lifters.

Thanks to good gas mileage, the engine can be considered extremely efficient. It delivers great power and offers wonderful fuel consumption. But in real life, the gas mileage may appear to be a little worse. This depends on your driving style a lot.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:2021-now
• Average lifespan of T24A-FTS:160,000-190,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:combined injection D4-ST (direct + port)
• Power range:270-280 hp
• Fuel efficiency:good
• Engine block material:aluminum
• Engine reliability score:medium
• The most common problems:faulty electronics and software, vibrations, it demands extremely high quality of fuel.

Toyota 2.2 D4D 2AD-FTV diesel engine

This diesel engine was made predominantly for Europe. The D4D diesel engines are well-known for their durability and wonderful fuel consumption.

This is a simple aluminum engine with iron sleeves. The timing system is driven by the chain. There are hydraulic lifters for valves and a pack of balance shafts to deal with vibrations and harsh work.

The IHI turbocharger is an important part that allows this diesel engine to deliver proper power. Also, the injection is pretty simple and reliable - the Common Rail has zero problems until the engine reaches really high mileage.

One of the most important advantages of this engine is its fuel efficiency which can be compared with the consumption of an average hybrid vehicle with a gas-powered engine.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:2005-2018
• Average lifespan of 2AD-FTV:160,000-190,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:Common Rail
• Power range:136-150 hp
• Fuel efficiency:excellent
• Engine block material:aluminum
• Engine reliability score:medium
• The most common problems:faulty head gasket, oil consumption, tricky common rail system, DPF and EGR problems.

Toyota 2.8-liter diesel 3L engine

The 3L engine is often considered to be a 3-liter diesel engine due to its name, but it's not. This is a 2.8-liter diesel engine with 4 cylinders and no turbocharger. The very rare thing is that a diesel engine is not turbocharged.

So, the powerplant was mainly used in the 4Runner, Hilux, Land Cruiser Prado, and HiAce. This is an old engine with simple technology behind it. But there is one thing that owners love: it's very reliable and almost eternal if it's maintained well.

There are no lifters, no phasers, no turbo, and the camshaft is only one. The engine tends to overheat a lot. The timing system is driven by a belt that is not really hard to replace. The fuel efficiency is not that great due to the non-turbo nature of the powerplant.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:1988-2005
• Average lifespan of 3L:260,000-290,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:prechamber
• Power range:78-91 hp
• Fuel efficiency:bad
• Engine block material:cast-iron
• Engine reliability score:high
• The most common problems:noise and vibrations, oil and coolant leaks, belt is OK but the engine is dead if it's broken.

Toyota 3-liter 5L diesel engine

The 5L engine doesn't have 5 liters of displacement as you may deduct from its code. This is the 3-liter diesel engine made by Toyota for its Hilux pickup truck, HiAce van, and also some rare versions of Land Cruiser Prado.

This is a very simple and extremely reliable engine resembling the above-mentioned 3L engine but with a larger displacement. It also doesn't have any turbocharger, lifters, or phasers. The timing system is driven by the belt.

Although the power is very modest, the engine offers great torque. Everything is made of cast iron, no aluminum in the block or head of the 5L powerplant. The best part is the durability and overall life expectancy. But fuel consumption is not going to be the reason for joy.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:1994-2005
• Average lifespan of 5L:280,000-310,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:prechamber
• Power range:89-97 hp
• Fuel efficiency:bad
• Engine block material:cast-iron
• Engine reliability score:high
• The most common problems:noise and vibrations, oil and coolant leaks, belt is OK but the engine is dead if it's broken.

Toyota 3.0L 1KZ-TE diesel engine

This is one of the most reliable Japanese diesel engines that found the proper balance between power, efficiency, and reliability. The engine powered such vehicles as the Land Cruiser Prado, 4Runner, Hilux, HiAce.

This is a pretty simple diesel powerplant. It has a simple turbocharger to produce more power. The torque is just perfect. The 4-cylinder block and 3 liters of displacement is a rare combination, so the cylinders are pretty large.

The timing system has gears and a belt. There are no lifters, no phasers. The injection is direct with the electronically controlled high-pressure fuel pump. It's not extremely reliable and requires service from time to time.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:1993-2006
• Average lifespan of 1KZ-TE:250,000-280,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:direct injection
• Power range:130-145 hp
• Fuel efficiency:bad
• Engine block material:cast-iron
• Engine reliability score:high
• The most common problems:coolant leaks, timing belt is not that durable, no lifters.

Toyota 1.8L 1ZZ-FE engine

This is a very typical engine for its age. The 1.8L 1ZZ-FE powerplant was reviewed by me for the Pontiac Vibe, so it was actively used in other vehicles made by other manufacturers, not just Toyota.

Interestingly, this is a simple 4-cylinder non-turbo engine that powered dozens of Toyota vehicles and even the Chevy Prizm. The engine was massively used and was extremely popular. It got a lot of good reviews from owners but still, it can't be considered the best small gas engine made by Toyota.

There are no hydraulic lifters here, the camshafts are driven by the chain. After 1999, the engine was equipped with the VVTi phaser for intake cam. Other than that, there is just nothing to talk about in terms of its construction and engineering. Simple and overall reliable machine.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:1997-2009
• Average lifespan of 1ZZ-FE:140,000-170,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:port injection
• Power range:120-145 hp
• Fuel efficiency:average
• Engine block material:aluminum
• Engine reliability score:medium
• The most common problems:bad oil consumption, weak timing chain, blocks are afraid of overheating, throttle contamination.

Toyota 2.0L 8AR-FTS engine

This is a pretty modern Toyota engine that offers 2 liters of displacement in its 4 cylinders. The interesting thing is that the engine can work with the Otto or Atkinson cycle, so it can be used in various hybrid powertrains or without hybrid motors.

Also, the unusual thing is that the turbocharger in this engine is equipped with an intercooler. The engine has hydraulic lifters, the camshafts are driven by the chain. Each camshaft is equipped with phasers.

One more modern thing is the upgraded combined fuel injection that you probably have never seen yet in other engines. The system is very efficient but potentially can bring some problems with high-mileage engines.

The 8AR-FTS has been used in the Highlander, Harrier, and Crown mainly in Japan. In other countries, it's known for powering the Lexus NX, RX, IS, GS, and RC. This is the Lexus 200t engine.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:2014-now
• Average lifespan of 8AR-FTS:130,000-150,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:combined injection D4-ST (direct + port)
• Power range:231-245 hp
• Fuel efficiency:good
• Engine block material:aluminum
• Engine reliability score:medium
• The most common problems: noisy work, turbocharger problems, weak water pump, complicated and expensive fuel injection.

Toyota 2.4L 2AZ-FE Engine

This 2.4L engine was pretty popular and had long life. It was first seen in 2000 and the last one was sold in 2019 which is pretty impressive.

This is a simple 4-cylinder engine that offers port injection, chain-driven cams, no hydraulic lifters, phaser on the intake cam. Very simple and standard construction with nothing really complicated.

It's better to buy this engine made after 2006 as before that they had pretty weak head bolts. These engines are more or less efficient in terms of fuel consumption.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:2000-2019
• Average lifespan of 2AZ-FE:210,000-240,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:port injection
• Power range:145-170 hp
• Fuel efficiency:average
• Engine block material:aluminum
• Engine reliability score:high
• The most common problems:weak head bolts up to 2006, heavy oil consumption, weak timing chain, problems with phaser

Toyota 3.0L 1KD-FTV Engine

This is the 3-liter diesel engine that was used in many well-known models of the brand. It was first introduced in 2000 and it's still active in production now and used in several cars in Japan.

In 2013, this engine got an update with phasers and all modern kinds of things, so it's very efficient in terms of fuel consumption. The primary implementation is in the Hilux, LC Prado, Fortuner, and also in the Hiace.

The timing system here is driven by the belt and also gears. There are no lifters. The turbocharger is equipped with the intercooler.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:2000-now
• Average lifespan of 1KD-FTV:190,000-220,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:Common Rail
• Power range:163-188 hp
• Fuel efficiency:good
• Engine block material:cast iron
• Engine reliability score:high
• The most common problems:early models had weak pistons, injection problems, oil consumption, noisy work and vibrations.

Toyota 2.5L 2KD-FTV engine

The 2KD-FTV is not the second generation of the 1KD. It's a downsized version of that engine. It's also a diesel engine that has 2.5 liters of displacement in its 4 cylinders.

The construction of the engine is pretty much the same as in the 1KD-FTV described above, so there is just nothing to add.

The only difference is that the 2.5L engine has less power and it also consumes significantly less fuel.

Key features and my opinion:

• Production years:2001-now
• Average lifespan of 2KD-FTV:190,000-220,000 miles
• Fuel supply type:Common Rail
• Power range:120-142 hp
• Fuel efficiency:good
• Engine block material:cast iron
• Engine reliability score:high
• The most common problems:early models had weak pistons, injection problems, oil consumption, noisy work and vibrations.