The 1.3-liter 12-valve Toyota 2E engine was produced by the concern from 1984 to 1999 and was installed on such well-known company models as Starlet, Tercel, Sprinter, Corolla. A number of versions of this carburetor engine had their own indices, for example 2E-L, 2E-LU or 2E-LJ.
E family: 1E, 2E, 2E-E, 2E-TE, 3E, 3E-E, 3E-TE, 4E-FE, 4E-FTE, 5E-FE, 5E-FHE.
Specifications
| Production years | 1984-1999 |
| Displacement, cc | 1295 |
| Fuel system | carburetor |
| Power output, hp | 65 – 82 |
| Torque output, Nm | 89 – 98 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 12v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 73 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 77.4 |
| Compression ratio | 9.5 |
| Features | SOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 3.2 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 0 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Toyota Corolla 1987) — city — highway — combined |
7.8 5.6 6.5 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~220 000 |
| Weight, kg | 100 |
The engine was installed on:
- Toyota Corolla 5 (E80) in 1985 – 1988, Corolla 6 (E90) in 1987 – 1992, Corolla 7 (E100) in 1991 – 1998;
- Toyota Sprinter 5 (E80) in 1985 – 1987, Sprinter 6 (E90) in 1987 – 1991, Sprinter 7 (E100) in 1991 – 1998;
- Toyota Starlet 3 (P70) in 1984 – 1989, Starlet 4 (P80) in 1989 – 1995, Starlet 5 (P90) in 1996 – 1998;
- Toyota Tercel 5 (L50) in 1994 – 1999.
Disadvantages of the Toyota 2E engine
- The reason for the unstable operation of the engine is usually in the wrong setting of the carburetor;
- Also, many problems with this motor are associated with malfunctions in the ignition system;
- The engines of this series are very afraid of overheating, the cylinder head gasket breaks through regularly;
- After 150 thousand km, the power unit often consumes oil due to the occurrence of rings;
- There are no hydraulic lifters here and valve clearances periodically require adjustment.
Frequently asked questions about the Toyota 2E
How much power does the Toyota 2E make?
The Toyota 2E develops 65 - 82 hp and 89 - 98 Nm of torque.
How much oil does the Toyota 2E take and which one?
Engine oil capacity: 3.2 liters. Recommended oil: 5W-30.
Does the Toyota 2E have a timing belt or chain?
The Toyota 2E uses a timing belt.
Is the Toyota 2E turbocharged?
No, the Toyota 2E is naturally aspirated.
Does the Toyota 2E need valve clearance adjustment?
Yes, there are no hydraulic lifters, so the valve clearances have to be checked and adjusted periodically.
How long does the Toyota 2E last?
The typical lifespan of the Toyota 2E is ~220 000 km with proper maintenance.
What is the fuel consumption of the Toyota 2E?
Toyota Corolla 1987: city 7.8, highway 5.6, combined 6.5 L/100 km.
What cars was the Toyota 2E installed on?
Toyota Corolla 5 (E80) in 1985 - 1988, Corolla 6 (E90) in 1987 - 1992, Corolla 7 (E100) in 1991 - 1998; Toyota Sprinter 5 (E80) in 1985 - 1987, Sprinter 6 (E90) in 1987 - 1991, Sprinter 7 (E100) in 1991 - 1998; Toyota Starlet 3 (P70) in 1984 - 1989, Starlet 4 (P80) in 1989 - 1995, Starlet 5 (P90) in 1996 - 1998; Toyota Tercel 5 (L50) in 1994 - 1999.
What are the common problems of the Toyota 2E?
The reason for the unstable operation of the engine is usually in the wrong setting of the carburetor. Also, many problems with this motor are associated with malfunctions in the ignition system. All known problems.
My 2E engine has got not enough power especially on uphill roads, what could be the cause?
Me ocurre lo mismo, tengo 280mil Km.
Google Translate: The same thing happens to me, I have 280 thousand km.
This issue could be caused by non-original carburetor jets, or—if the distributor uses breaker points—an incorrectly set dwell angle. If the problem persists, it means the engine has not been properly repaired.