Engine Toyota 2JZ-GE

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that is, in 1997, and its essence was the same: a VVT-i variable valve timing system appeared at the intake, and the outdated ignition system with a distributor gave way to a more modern type DIS-3.

JZ family: 1JZ-FSE, 1JZ-GE, 1JZ-GTE, 2JZ-FSE, 2JZ-GE, 2JZ-GTE.

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

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.

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.

Frequently asked questions about the Toyota 2JZ-GE