Toyota 1NZ-FXE
At very high mileage, the engine gradually begins to consume oil.
Toyota Prius engines
The Toyota Prius is a Japanese hybrid vehicle in the Toyota Motor Corporation line. Manufactured in 1997. Translated from Latin, the name of the model means “the first, the original”. The car is driven by gasoline and electric motors. In Russia, cars were sold from 2009 to 2015. Sales then resumed in 2017. In 2015, the 4th generation of the model was launched. The car is manufactured in sedan, station wagon and hatchback body modifications.
The Toyota Prius was offered with 2 engines between 1997 and 2015 (2 petrol). Displacement ranges from 1.5 to 1.8 liters, power output from 70 to 99 hp. All of them use a timing chain. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Toyota 2ZR-FXE (about 300,000 km).
Toyota Prius engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Prius 1 (XW10) 1997–2003 | |||||||
| Toyota 1NZ-FXE | 1997–2003 | 1.5 L R4 | 70–77 hp | petrol | chain | 3.7 L | ~250,000 km |
| Toyota Prius 3 (XW30) 2009–2015 | |||||||
| Toyota 2ZR-FXE | 2009–2015 | 1.8 L R4 | 95–99 hp | petrol | chain | 4.2 L | ~300,000 km |
Toyota Prius engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Toyota Prius?
Toyota Prius 1 (XW10) (1997–2003): Toyota 1NZ-FXE; Toyota Prius 3 (XW30) (2009–2015): Toyota 2ZR-FXE.
Which Toyota Prius engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Toyota Prius engines are: Toyota 2ZR-FXE — about 300,000 km; Toyota 1NZ-FXE — about 250,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Toyota Prius engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Toyota 1NZ-FXE — 3.7 L (5W-30); Toyota 2ZR-FXE — 4.2 L (5W-20).
Does the Toyota Prius have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Toyota 1NZ-FXE and Toyota 2ZR-FXE.
Was the Toyota Prius available with a diesel engine?
No, all Toyota Prius engines in our database run on petrol.
Engine details
Toyota 2ZR-FXE
The bulk of complaints about this engine are somehow related to lubricant consumption.
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