Toyota Matrix engines
The Toyota Matrix is a Japanese 5-door hatchback compact car manufactured from 2002 to 2014 by the Toyota Motor Corporation. The car was produced jointly with General Motors and was assembled in Cambridge, Canada based on the Corolla. The car was sold mainly in the US and Canadian markets. In 2009, the second generation of the model was released. Until 2006, the model was equipped with all-wheel drive. The twin of the Matrix is the General Motors Pontiac Vibe, manufactured in California.
The Toyota Matrix was offered with 4 engines between 2002 and 2014 (4 petrol). Displacement ranges from 1.8 to 2.4 liters, power output from 120 to 260 hp. All of them use a timing chain. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Toyota 2AZ-FE (about 350,000 km).
Toyota Matrix engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Matrix 1 (E130) 2002–2007 | |||||||
| Toyota 1ZZ | 2002–2007 | 1.8 L R4 | 120–145 hp | petrol | chain | 3.7 L | ~200,000 km |
| Toyota Matrix 2 (E140) 2009–2014 | |||||||
| Toyota 2AZ-FE | 2009–2014 | 2.4 L R4 | 145–170 hp | petrol | chain | 4.3 L | ~350,000 km |
| Toyota 2ZR-FE | 2009–2014 | 1.8 L R4 | 130–140 hp | petrol | chain | 4.2 L | ~250,000 km |
| Toyota Matrix XRS | |||||||
| Toyota 2ZZ-GE | 1.8 L R4 | 164–260 hp | petrol | chain | 4.4 L | ~200,000 km | |
Toyota Matrix engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Toyota Matrix?
Toyota Matrix 1 (E130) (2002–2007): Toyota 1ZZ; Toyota Matrix 2 (E140) (2009–2014): Toyota 2AZ-FE and Toyota 2ZR-FE; Toyota Matrix XRS: Toyota 2ZZ-GE.
Which Toyota Matrix engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Toyota Matrix engines are: Toyota 2AZ-FE — about 350,000 km; Toyota 2ZR-FE — about 250,000 km; Toyota 1ZZ — about 200,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Toyota Matrix engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Toyota 1ZZ — 3.7 L (5W-20, 5W-30); Toyota 2AZ-FE — 4.3 L (5W-20, 5W-30); Toyota 2ZR-FE — 4.2 L (5W-20); Toyota 2ZZ-GE — 4.4 L (5W-30).
Does the Toyota Matrix have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Toyota 1ZZ, Toyota 2AZ-FE, Toyota 2ZR-FE and Toyota 2ZZ-GE.
Was the Toyota Matrix available with a diesel engine?
No, all Toyota Matrix engines in our database run on petrol.
Engine details
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