Toyota Premio engines
Toyota Premio is a Japanese compact sedan car produced since 2001 by Toyota Motor Corporation. The model has a twin Toyota Allion, built with it on the same platform. However, the Premio is considered a class higher than the Allion, which is more of a sporty type. Since 2007, the 2nd generation of the model has been produced, and since 2016, its version has been updated in design. On the Russian market, the model is common in the version with right-hand drive in the eastern regions. The name of the car comes from the word “premium” (premium class).
The Toyota Premio was offered with 5 engines between 2001 and 2007 (5 petrol). Displacement ranges from 1.5 to 2.0 liters, power output from 105 to 155 hp. All of them use a timing chain. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Toyota 1AZ-FSE (about 300,000 km).
Toyota Premio engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Premio 1 (T240) 2001–2007 | |||||||
| Toyota 1ZZ | 2001–2007 | 1.8 L R4 | 120–145 hp | petrol | chain | 3.7 L | ~200,000 km |
| Toyota 1AZ-FSE | 2001–2007 | 2.0 L R4 | 150–155 hp | petrol | chain | 4.2 L | ~300,000 km |
| Other Toyota Premio engines generation not specified | |||||||
| Toyota 1NZ-FE | 1999–present | 1.5 L R4 | 105–115 hp | petrol | chain | 3.7 L | ~200,000 km |
| Toyota 2ZR-FE | 2006–present | 1.8 L R4 | 130–140 hp | petrol | chain | 4.2 L | ~250,000 km |
| Toyota 3ZR-FE | 2007–present | 2.0 L R4 | 140–150 hp | petrol | chain | 4.2 L | ~250,000 km |
Toyota Premio engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Toyota Premio?
Toyota Premio 1 (T240) (2001–2007): Toyota 1ZZ and Toyota 1AZ-FSE.
Which Toyota Premio engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Toyota Premio engines are: Toyota 1AZ-FSE — about 300,000 km; Toyota 2ZR-FE — about 250,000 km; Toyota 3ZR-FE — about 250,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Toyota Premio engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Toyota 1AZ-FSE — 4.2 L (5W-20, 5W-30); Toyota 1NZ-FE — 3.7 L (5W-20, 5W-30); Toyota 1ZZ — 3.7 L (5W-20, 5W-30); Toyota 2ZR-FE — 4.2 L (5W-20); Toyota 3ZR-FE — 4.2 L (5W-20).
Does the Toyota Premio have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Toyota 1AZ-FSE, Toyota 1NZ-FE, Toyota 1ZZ, Toyota 2ZR-FE and Toyota 3ZR-FE.
Was the Toyota Premio available with a diesel engine?
No, all Toyota Premio engines in our database run on petrol.
Engine details
Toyota 1NZ-FE
The most famous problem of this series is oil consumption after 100 thousand km. There are many reasons for this: wear of…
Toyota 1AZ-FSE
Owners of AZ series engines have often encountered mixing oil and antifreeze. The short-threaded head bolts, which could not withstand the load,…
Toyota 2ZR-FE
Most often, car owners with such an engine complain about a progressive oil burner.
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