The 2.0-liter Toyota 3ZR-FAE engine has been assembled since 2008 at enterprises in Japan and the United States and put on front-wheel drive models such as Avensis and all-wheel drive crossovers such as RAV4. The motor is equipped with two variable valve timing systems Valvematic and Dual VVT-i.
ZR family: 1ZR-FAE, 1ZR-FE, 2ZR-FAE, 2ZR-FE, 2ZR-FXE, 3ZR-FAE, 3ZR-FE.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2008 |
| Displacement, cc | 1987 |
| Fuel system | MPI |
| Power output, hp | 148 – 158 |
| Torque output, Nm | 190 – 200 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 80.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 97.6 |
| Compression ratio | 10 – 10.5 |
| Features | Valvematic |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | Dual VVT-i |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-20 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.2 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4/5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Toyota RAV4 2011) — city — highway — combined |
9.4 6.2 7.4 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~250 000 |
| Weight, kg | 126 |
The engine was installed on:
- Toyota Allion 2 (T260) since 2008;
- Toyota Avensis 3 (T270) since 2009;
- Toyota C-HR 1 (AX10) since 2016;
- Toyota RAV4 3 (XA30) in 2008 – 2012, RAV4 4 (XA40) in 2012 – 2018;
- Toyota Wish 2 (AE20) in 2009 – 2017;
- Lexus NX 1 (AZ10) since 2014;
- Toyota Isis 1 (AM10) in 2009 – 2017;
- Toyota Noah 2 (R70) in 2007 – 2014, Noah 3 (R80) in 2014 – 2021.
Disadvantages of the 3ZR-FAE engine
- Most often, drivers complain about extraneous noises and knocks at work;
- In second place are stories about how much this engine consumes oil per 1000 kilometers;
- The water pump is often rented out at 50,000 km, and after 150,000 km the chain is pulled;
- The intake manifold is quickly overgrown with coke, which leads to floating rpm;
- The Valvematic system delivers a lot of problems, the control unit is regularly buggy.
Frequently asked questions about the Toyota 3ZR-FAE
How much power does the Toyota 3ZR-FAE make?
The Toyota 3ZR-FAE develops 148 - 158 hp and 190 - 200 Nm of torque.
How much oil does the Toyota 3ZR-FAE take and which one?
Engine oil capacity: 4.2 liters. Recommended oil: 5W-20.
Does the Toyota 3ZR-FAE have a timing belt or chain?
The Toyota 3ZR-FAE uses a timing chain.
Is the Toyota 3ZR-FAE turbocharged?
No, the Toyota 3ZR-FAE is naturally aspirated.
Does the Toyota 3ZR-FAE need valve clearance adjustment?
No, the Toyota 3ZR-FAE has hydraulic lifters, so the valve clearances do not need to be adjusted.
How long does the Toyota 3ZR-FAE last?
The typical lifespan of the Toyota 3ZR-FAE is ~250 000 km with proper maintenance.
What is the fuel consumption of the Toyota 3ZR-FAE?
Toyota RAV4 2011: city 9.4, highway 6.2, combined 7.4 L/100 km.
What cars was the Toyota 3ZR-FAE installed on?
Toyota Allion 2 (T260) since 2008; Toyota Avensis 3 (T270) since 2009; Toyota C-HR 1 (AX10) since 2016; Toyota RAV4 3 (XA30) in 2008 - 2012, RAV4 4 (XA40) in 2012 - 2018; Toyota Wish 2 (AE20) in 2009 - 2017; Lexus NX 1 (AZ10) since 2014 and 2 more (see the full list above).
What are the common problems of the Toyota 3ZR-FAE?
Most often, drivers complain about extraneous noises and knocks at work. In second place are stories about how much this engine consumes oil per 1000 kilometers. All known problems.
