The 1.6-liter Toyota 2T engine was produced from 1970 to 1984 and powered the Corolla, Carina, Celica and Corona of that era. Besides the basic pushrod 2T, there was the famous twin-cam 2T-G, which was the sporty heart of the Corolla Levin and Sprinter Trueno until the 4A-GE arrived.
All versions share a cast-iron block with a bore of 85 mm and a stroke of 70 mm. The 2T-G has an 8-valve DOHC head cast by Yamaha, a chain-driven camshaft drive and twin Mikuni-Solex carburetors; the 2T-GEU used fuel injection. Output ranges from 75 hp for the 2T to 125 hp for the 2T-G.
Specifications
| Production years | 1970-1984 |
| Displacement, cc | 1588 |
| Fuel system | carburetor / injector |
| Power output, hp | 75 – 125 |
| Torque output, Nm | 116 – 147 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 8v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 85 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 70 |
| Features | OHV / DOHC |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Fuel type | petrol |
The engine was installed on:
- Toyota Corolla 2 (E20) in 1970 – 1974, Corolla 3 (E30) in 1974 – 1979, Corolla 4 (E70) in 1979 – 1983;
- Toyota Corolla Levin TE27 in 1972 – 1974;
- Toyota Sprinter Trueno TE27 in 1972 – 1974, Sprinter Trueno TE71 in 1979 – 1983;
- Toyota Carina 1 (A10) in 1970 – 1977, Carina 2 (A40) in 1977 – 1981;
- Toyota Celica 1 (A20) in 1970 – 1977, Celica 2 (A40) in 1977 – 1981;
- Toyota Corona 6 (T130) in 1978 – 1982.
Frequently asked questions about the Toyota 2T
How much power does the Toyota 2T make?
The Toyota 2T develops 75 - 125 hp and 116 - 147 Nm of torque.
Does the Toyota 2T have a timing belt or chain?
The Toyota 2T uses a timing chain.
Is the Toyota 2T turbocharged?
No, the Toyota 2T is naturally aspirated.
What cars was the Toyota 2T installed on?
Toyota Corolla 2 (E20) in 1970 - 1974, Corolla 3 (E30) in 1974 - 1979, Corolla 4 (E70) in 1979 - 1983; Toyota Corolla Levin TE27 in 1972 - 1974; Toyota Sprinter Trueno TE27 in 1972 - 1974, Sprinter Trueno TE71 in 1979 - 1983; Toyota Carina 1 (A10) in 1970 - 1977, Carina 2 (A40) in 1977 - 1981; Toyota Celica 1 (A20) in 1970 - 1977, Celica 2 (A40) in 1977 - 1981; Toyota Corona 6 (T130) in 1978 - 1982.
