Toyota’s 3.0-liter 2JZ-GE engine was assembled at the Tahara Plant in Japan from 1991 to 2007 and fitted to the company’s popular rear wheel drive models such as the Aristo, Crown and Mark II. There are two modifications of this motor: a 1991 stock model and a 1997 version with VVT-i.
The 3.0-liter modification of the JZ engine appeared a year later than the 2.5-liter, that is, in 1991, and was distinguished by a large piston stroke and a 14 millimeter higher cylinder block. In all other respects, this is a similar in-line six with a cast-iron block and a 24-valve cylinder head without hydraulic lifters, and the camshafts are also driven here by a toothed belt. As in the younger unit, the intake manifold is equipped with the ACIS variable geometry system.
The 3.0-liter engine was upgraded a year later than its counterpart, that is, in 1997, and its essence was the same: a VVT-i variable valve timing system appeared at the intake, and the outdated ignition system with a distributor gave way to a more modern type DIS-3.
The JZ family also includes engines: 1JZ‑GE, 1JZ‑GTE, 1JZ‑FSE, 2JZ‑GE, 2JZ‑GTE, 2JZ‑FSE.
The engine was installed on:
- Toyota Altezza 1 (XE10) in 1998 – 2005;
- Toyota Aristo 1 (S140) in 1991 – 1997; Aristo 2 (S160) in 1997 – 2005;
- Toyota Chaser 5 (X90) in 1992 – 1996; Chaser 6 (X100) in 1996 – 2001;
- Toyota Cresta 4 (X90) in 1992 – 1996; Cresta 5 (X100) in 1996 – 2001;
- Toyota Crown 8 (S130) in 1991 – 1999; Crown 9 (S140) in 1991 – 1995; Crown 10 (S150) in 1995 – 2001; Crown 11 (S170) in 1999 – 2007;
- Toyota Crown Majesta 1 (S140) in 1991 – 1995; Crown Majesta 2 (S150) in 1995 – 1999; Crown Majesta 3 (S170) in 1999 – 2004;
- Toyota Mark II 7 (X90) in 1992 – 1996; Mark II 8 (X100) in 1996 – 2000;
- Toyota Origin 1 (G17) in 2000 – 2001;
- Toyota Progres 1 (G10) in 1998 – 2007;
- Toyota Soarer 3 (Z30) in 1991 – 2000;
- Toyota Supra 4 (A80) in 1993 – 2002;
- Lexus GS S140 in 1991 – 1997; GS S160 in 1997 – 2005;
- Lexus IS XE10 in 1998 – 2005;
- Lexus SC Z30 in 1991 – 2000.
Specifications
| Production years | 1991-2007 |
| Displacement, cc | 2997 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 215 – 230 |
| Torque output, Nm | 280 – 305 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 86 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 86 |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no VVT-i intake |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.0-5.0 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 2/3 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Toyota Mark II 1995) — city — highway — combined |
14.5 8.6 10.8 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~500 000 |
| Weight, kg | 230 |
Disadvantages of the 2JZ-GE engine
- The design of the motor has no weaknesses, but at high mileage it consumes oil. The reason here, as usual, is the wear of valve stem seals or the occurrence of rings.
- The 1997 update brought the engine not only a more reliable ignition system, but also a capricious VVT-i phase regulator, which often serves no more than 100 – 150 thousand km.
- Power units of the JZ line have an impressive number of electronic sensors that periodically fail.
- There are not so many minor problems here: except for the low resource of the pump, not the most reliable belt tensioner and the ignition system, which is very afraid of water. This motor also likes to fill in candles, and the valves periodically need adjustment.
