I have a 2011 FJ Cruiser (1GR FE) with over 503k miles. I bought it new and put every mile on that stud. I change the oil regularly, and it doesn't burn a drop of oil. It absolutely runs like a sewing machine. As a side note, I still have the original U-joints, transmission, and gears. It is an excellent vehicle through and through! Love your videos!
@sammyjammy6647 HI Sammy, oil changes on or about 8k or so. Less in the summer, as I tend to let it idle to keep the interior cool. I have a workstation inside it.
My 3VZ-FE Camry Wagon has already 300000 miles. The engine has never been opened during 30 years, no leaks, no need to add oil between oil change, runs silk smooth. For me it has been a perfect engine.
We are a devoted Toyota brands family and I am an avid viewer of this channel and greatly value the education I get from you. As an owner of vehicles that are powered by several of the engines mentioned in this video (1997 4Runner, 2008 ES350, 2008 SC430, 2017 GX460, 2019 4Runner TRD OR) I enjoyed the history lesson and your expert opinions. Wishing everyone a happy new year!
I have a 2000 Tundra Thunder Metallic Grey 4.7 Liter V8 sr5 # 3000 off the line mfgr date 4/99. It has 315,000 miles. I've replaced the starter, O2 sensors , radiator and front ball joints. The engine runs smooth and leaks zero oil. It has been an excellent truck.
@@Jeff-sp7bg _Hi Jeff. I once owned a 2k Tundra also. I drove it for at least 5+ years w/out any issues other than installing a new O2 sensor. Oh & the brakes/rotors, IMHO, were designed to be 'too small/underweight' for such a large truck. I found myself getting new brakes/rotors more often than I thought I should. Other than that, I really loved that super reliable truck._ _The only thing that killed it was when I went sliding into a deep ditch due to hitting a patch of ice that I just simply didn't see. After I got winched out of the ditch, I drove slowly home (which was just a few more miles down the road). The truck was actually drivable & I thought it 'could be saved'. But of course, State Farm thought otherwise. So, it was totaled & I got a check for $12k. I still miss that truck!_ One last thing (which I'm sure you already know): make darn sure you keep up with the maintenance, but especially in regard to the TIMING BELT. You see, because these engines are 'interference engines', you'll want to make 'darn sure' the timing belt is strong. Because if it (the timing belt) were to ever break while the engine is engaged... the engine is basically DESTROYED. : ( So...make darn sure you keep accurate records of what age the timing belt is and then change it to a new timing belt at recommended intervals (and perhaps even think about changing the timing belt even a month or two earlier than what is recommended). Anyway, good luck... & watch out for 'patches of ice'... LOL. 👍
For me the brand that really pulled me in was Volvo. Volvo people and Toyota people have a lot in common I find 😉 Volvo must have been fond of the Japanese they used Aisin as their sole supplier for automatic transmissions for many years and collaborated with Yamaha for a V8 engine, which went into a few Volvo models and those are now absolute unicorns.
This young man is an amazing mechanic and communicator/teacher. AMD you are a blessing to Toyota/Lexus owners and to RUclips. God bless you and your family!
This is a fantastic break down on Toyotas engines in comparing them! I love my 1MZ-FE, (230K) I maintain the services my self and I have zero problems. my oil stays golden and coolant stays pink just a small power steering leak is it. Car runs like its brand new and effortlessly reaches highway speeds. Toyota is a pioneer when it comes to vehicle reliability including some engine platforms have problems. Great channel! Keep up the great work!
Just a comment from a fellow "former" Lexus tech. You put together a fantastic video speaking of these engines, the pros, the cons, and what they came in. 👍
The 22r engine was my very first truck that I owned. I was 17 and I drove it like an army tank, in and out of the woods. It never let me down nor did it ever break. If I cannot break it, then it is a quality product!
lm still driving an 1988 pickup 22r engine 4 speed stick every day running great with 567,000 miles. All original except for the timing chain and sprockets.
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My 1982 Toyota Corona had the 22R engine. It was fitted to USA 1981-82 Corona. The 1979-80 Corona had the very similar 20R.
I have 2, 22RE’s and a 20R in my driveway right now. I do not think the 22 should be mentioned in this video. I would put them mid pac as far as reliability. They are pretty much roached at 250k.
I loved that motor, the 22re was a little better, the fuel injection took away the crappie fuel filter on the fire wall that always ran out of gas in sub 0 tempture unless it had been warmed up.
I know someone that tore high mileage a 22R down to rebuild and wished he hadn't wasted his time/money. There was virtually no wear and it didn't need a rebuild at all.
I've watched thousands of RUclips videos. Your channel is the FIRST I've ever subscribed to! I love your enthusiasm for Toyota engineering. Thanks for the information!
It is so rare and refreshing to see an expert speak confidently and informatively about the various quality nuances of anything - let alone a complex item like car engines. Bravo!
I love my toyota pickup with the 22r in it. Mine was stolen in 2018 and recovered. They had run it hard with low oil and I continued to drive it for 2 years and then I rebuilt it during covid. It's a very simple motor to work on.
The best Toyota 4 cylinder hands down...22R and 22RE Not a lot of power in the non turbo models, but nearly indestructible. The Aluminum cylinder heads were very thick and heavy, and would resist warping. Connecting rods were massive compared to most other 4 cylinders.
Good to hear about the Yaris engine. Mine is from 1999 has 270000 km (168759 Mi). Didn't maintain it very well until a few years back but it keeps on running. So good to know it will probably run for a lomg time to come.
He's right about the timing chain on the 22re. Mine was starting to rattle at 190,000 miles so I replaced the chain, sprockets, guides, tensioner. The chain wasn't hitting the timing cover. Still running great at 310,000 miles and burns no oil.
@@MrHugemoth That was actually the only "weak" point in the 22RE, but at a time when nearly all other overhead cm engines used a timing belt..those had a chain. No timing belt will safely go 190,000. Timing belts in the 1960s did not have aramid (Kevlar) reinforcement and were suspicious after 35,000 (Pontiac OHC 6 and Fiat engines)
My 2006 1GR 4.0 V6 Tundra is so smooth you cannot even feel it running in the cab. 180,000 miles. Bought it new in late 2006 , took it home , drained the oil and replaced it with synthetic. Never has run regular oil in its life. Unreal smooth and quiet. Garage kept in the lone star state...
Refreshing to see and hear from a man who truly loves his craft (I wish you could do this for ALL major brands!!). I bought a 2002 Land Cruiser in 2013 with 145K miles, and even for a person that is very familiar with Toyota quality, it overwhelmed me with its excellence. Just picked up a 2006 ES330 for my teen to drive to school and with 127K miles it idles so quietly I sometimes forget it is running. That's why I never go out and buy a new Toyota or Lexus----I know that I can buy them years, even decades, from now for a song and they'll provide 99% of what they did new.
It must be 2TR FE! I was shocked it wasn't on the list since you had so many good things to say about it. Your channel is divine work. Please never stop. My 2016 4Runner loves it too. Lol
I bought a 2023 4Runner TRD Offroad based on your recommendations. I was specifically looking for an extremely reliable, naturally aspirated engine in a 4x4 and this was the one. I absolutely love it and look forward to driving it for hundreds of thousands of miles for years in the future.
I just did the same thing based on this guy. 2023 4runner bought in November. Just yesterday at 3000km I noticed a lot of white smoke and smell of burning coolant at cold start 😢
My daughter is still driving my 2003 4-Runner 1GR-FE 4.0L V-6, it has 398k on it. I have maintained it since it was new, changed oil at every 5k with Mobile-1 synthetic, also have maintained coolant system with Toyota coolant at every 75k. Super tough engine.
Just curious on your transmission fluid change intervals and if you’ve replaced the metal mesh trans filter. I have about 200k on my ‘02 4Runner and would love to get it to 400k like yours 👍🏼
Glad to hear you mention the 2ZZ-GE. Over here in the UK they came in corollas & celicas, I had a Corolla with the 2ZZ, never had one single issue after putting over 45k miles on it.
My son has a 1988 Supra with the 7M-GTE as his nice weather, fun car. His daily is a 225,000 mile 98 LS400 with the 1UZ-FE. He's running at both ends of this list. To be fair, the Supra used to be my car, I gave it to him when he turned 18. I rebuilt that 7M twice with forged internals, MHG, ARP harware throughout, and clevite bearings. It's not really a fair example of the 7M anymore. Great list. I just found your channel and have been enjoying the content.
Owned a 1976 Celica automatic transmission with the 20R engine. Drove it from new in 1976 until I sold it in 1992 with 235,000 miles on it. I had one valve adjustment at about 150k and repaired an oil leak once. It was still going strong when I sold it.
I had a NON TOYOTA CAR ( I will not tell you the brnad of it=) from 1984 until now,, venver changed anyhtis jsut a ehad gasket 10 yerars ago.and the belts.. had a small repair in the açlternator..and two clunteches only had already aciudents with it, becasue i race it, sometimes, i went off the road and hit stones, next time i broke a IRON wheel.etc the car is always running, and i also broke my carters when i went off the road all stupida ccidents.~ thye amde a weld and i kept going,, You kkep buyin that shit toyota you will enver knpowm whata rela car is.
Same with me but I just bought (last week) a 2023 4Runner Limited. The transmission is suppose to be VERY reliable too. (I'm done with CVT's after two failures ... Subaru's). I'm willing to go "throw-back" and pay more (think gas) for reliability and simplicity.
2GR-FSE in my 2013 Lexus GS350 is one of the best V6 engines in the world. It lasts for ever with very low maintenance, all I do is change the oil (0w20 full synthetic) & filter every 7500kms & all is well.
Agreed, I have a 2008 LEXUS GS350, a 2007 before it was totaled in a rear-end collision. That stated, the alternator and water pump will fail around the 100K mile mark.
I couldn't get enough of this video. I had a 1991 Cressida with the 7MGE engine. You're spot-on. The head gasket blew in 1993 and the work was done by Toyota gratis. I also had a 7 year Geico warranty. Car was perfect until 2013 until the head gasket blew at 195,000 miles. I offered it for sale on Craigslist and after a bidding war, sold for $9,600. All bidders were from Caribbean origin. I never knew that with an easy turbo upbrade, 500hp was possible.
Hey man... fellow 2010 fortuner owner here. I'm from India and we have a lot of toyota diesel cars here that have clocked 800k miles without breaking a sweat. One engine I'd like to mention is the 3.0L D4D 1KD-FTV. It's a gem of an engine:)
Both the 1LR-GUE and 2UR-GSE was also a collaboration with Yamaha. Totally agree that when Toyoat and Yamaha create an engine, it's a masterpiece. Too bad that Yamaha stopped all of its car projects.
The thing that makes this channel so good is that this guy is obviously a Toyota/Lexus fan, and yet he’ll openly tell you when he thinks something is not great
I have a 2000 GS400 with 1UZFE, over 200,000 miles and as powerful and reliable as day-one. I recall the car magazine writers of the day hated how smooth it was, said it had no character. Well, perfection is character!
Amazing car! I hope you hit 400K. I owned a 98 gs400 for 18 years. I cant get myself to buy anything other than Toyota/Lexus because of that car. It's almost unbelievable how nothing broke. I put in poly bushings on caster arm #2 to fix a front end shake on the highway. I think the starter went and that was the only big job. Mine went at 200K because of an oil leak and a lot of rust in the back that was completely my fault.
The 3MZ-FE in my Lexus ES 330 has done 400k miles and it still steams and doesn't burn oil at all. No loss in power, hasn't been opened and I just completed a 700 mile one way trip over the holidays. Really solid stuff!!!
@@tee-jaythestereo-bargainph2120 yeah they are well built cars. Even the electronic gadgets like my rear sunshade still works without issues. I got up to 180kmph at one point in the trip and I was carrying my wife and kid and our luggage in the trunk. Love the car!
Same. My ES330 has 3MZ-FE. Just yesterday I left the car running , with my wife in the car (a/c on), to run quickly to the market to grab some water. As I approach the car, I thought she had run the car off because I don’t hear any engine noise. Found out, Nooo, it’s on and the engine just purr so quietly and smoothly. It’s amazing. Stats: 24 years old with 350k miles. It’s a TANK!!! On the other hand, the 3MZ in the RX is not as smooth but still going strong at 250k miles. Love Lexus/Toyota.
I'm happy to have the 5VZ-FE in a 1998 Tacoma. Been a great engine but I'm more in love with the 1MZ-FE in my 2000 Solara (V6). The first owner took great care of it for 113,000 miles and I have run the mileage up to 654,000 miles. The automatic transmission seems to be just as bulletproof. I removed one head (left) due to carbon buildup on the intake valves (probably a PCV issue). I cleaned up the carbon and checked the valve clearance while I was there....all perfectly in spec and they have never been adjusted. No signs of sludging during a couple of valve cover gasket changes over the years...but I make a lot of long drives so moisture isn't able to build up in the oil.
Owner of the 1MZ-FE (2001 Avalon) that has had attention to 5k oil changes and it has been rock solid, never any indication of sludge buildup and currently at 197k miles. Thanks, and great video!
I've owned 3 1mz-fe powered cars. The one that had issues experienced short tripping and oil change neglect before I bought it. Those are solid engines if you change the oil within 5000 mile intervals.
My 200 Avalon with 1MZFE has a bit over 400,000 miles and no sludge to my knowledge. It is wearing out honestly in my opinion with 1qt per 1000 miles oil usage.
1NZ is the best for small scalers. Best fuel consumption. Low maintenance and high output. The word is maintenance. No neglect! As for the SUVs, I think 1KZ (I4) and 1HZ (I6) should be on that list. Most definitely!
I too am going with the 2.7L I4 in the Tacoma. If you kept the oil changed especially with a decent synthetic like Mobil-1 5W30 changed it every 6 months they where bullet proof! Would have been nice if they had more power. I would change my coolant every 2 years as well.
The Tacoma is quite heavy, it would perform much better in the older ones but you got one of the most reliable engine out there. Tbh, I found the Tacoma to have terrible throttle response and that was the biggest problem with them. Other than that, the car's power is quite adequate if you don't tow heavily.
My 2005 Scion xA has 292,000 miles and looks ( and drives !) as if it only has 20,000 miles. Never had a car with such mileage that acts "As new" as this one !!!!!
@@TheWilferch My 07 Yaris has 200k and I’ve still never seen a check engine light. Unfortunately, living in MN, rust will take it before it’s time. If I address it soon, it can be saved, but much longer it won’t be worth fixing. Hard to think of another car to replace this one when it’s time. I’d say another Yaris, or a 16’-18 Tacoma 2.7 4x4 Manual Trans.
@@copyninja2004 ...bought my Scion with 155,000 highway miles. Now , 10 years later, it has 292,000 and still going strong and still looks and drives "as new".
Just bought an 05 Highlander with 3MZFE. Timing belt and spark plugs, coils, and valve cover gaskets just replaced. Will run forever!!!! Love Toyota ❤️
Thank you for this excellent synopsis. Nicely done sir. My wife (from Wilmette) and I (former marine engineer) each have 2014 Avalon Hybrids. I am automatically tuned in to all you say because you make pragmatic sense, and you speak honestly with authority based on your hands-on experience. It doesn't get better than that. Again, thank you and I will continue to refer my friends to you. Happy New Year.
Former RC-350 owner who just upgraded to an RC-F. I was ecstatic to see the 2UR on your Hall of Fame list. I've only had the RC-F for a little over a week now, but I can't say enough good things about the engine. I'm excited to have this car for a long, long time.
Another honorable mention should be the 5mge/6mge. Have owned many 7mgtes. They do require a metal head gasket and ARP studs but can be pretty reliable. My old 7mgte setup swapped into a 85 Celicasupra made 441rwhp and did 11.4 @ 124mph with a 5 speed.
Here in Uganda we have a sister car to the IS 250. It is called the Toyota Mark X 250g. It runs on the 4gr Fse. Mechanics here will assure you that a mark x engine never ever dies. I think it really needs a place in the master pieces. P.s.i currently own a pre owned Mark x with 240,000km on the clock. Still starts up every morning and has never skipped a beat. Great engine.
We drive those in Siberia and Far East as well. There are so many models that have been manufactured for the Japanese and they are great. As for me, I used to drive lexus is250 2006 for 3 years in Siberia. The temperature varies from -40 C in January and +30 C in summertime. Mine was 310.000 km when I sold it. I've seen it on the market with 340,000 km later on. The new owner says it runs great. It burned like 300-400 ml of oil for 6-8k km. I used to push my gas pedal everyday without any doubts. Raised my max for 230 km hour on it according to speedometer. Amazing car.
Really enjoyed this video and this channel! I switched to Toyota because of the Toyota 1.5l in a 2002 Echo. Just an amazing little engine. Currently I have two 2002 Camrys one a 2.4l and the other 3.0l 235K and 303K respectively, also have a 2003 Matrix 1.8l with 248K. Each Car makes me smile every time I drive it. I appreciate the emphasis on this channel about authentic Toyota parts, proper maintenance and a balance of what is right or wrong with Toyota products. Being a former Chrysler dealer mechanic (1983-1989) the switch wasn't hard. I'm now a truck driver (still tinkers/fixes cars) and I used to get calls from my wife that something was wrong with the car not anymore with Toyota :) I find myself constantly promoting this channel and well maintained Toyotas to people in my circle of influence.
Have three 2GR-FEs (RAV4, Highlander, ES350) and love, love, love them! Smooth, powerful, reliable, with good mileage. Glad to have discovered your channel!
I’m surprised you didn’t mention the 2.7 liter four from the Tacoma. I’m not sure of the engine letters/numbers. I’ve heard they never break down. Btw, your channel has just become my favorite channel! Watching and listening to you while working on an engine is like watching Bob Ross paint. So calming and peaceful. I discovered your channel about two months ago when I bought a used 2021 Tacoma TRD Off Road with a manual transmission in beautiful Barcelona Red. I just love my truck! It only has 30k miles on it. I hope I can get to 300k! Thanks for all of your informative videos to help us all get to 300k! You are truly doing the Lord’s work by helping so many people out with car maintenance.
On March 22, 2023 he called the 2TR-FE engine, "Toyota's best engine ever made." We can be confident it was an oversight to omit it from the best list.
Id say honorable mention to the little 4A-FE 1.6L that's in the little corollas. Still see them everywhere. And in my opinion YAMAHA essentially makes the best machines in the world. They had stuff figured out in the 70's that others didn't even know about yet.
I've seen the 4A-FE get used in so many countries with big praise it's ridiculous. Peru, Afghanistan, Phillipines, Indonesia, Nigeria, Congo, Europe, USA. Sure other engines are amazing as well, but the 4A-FE is amazing at a price point, it's just so damn pedestrian and still works well.
1ZZ-FE in my 2005 Vibe just hit 400,000 miles. 5,000 mile oil change intervals using Toyota filters and Valvoline 5W30 synthetic. Never uses more than 1/2 qt. Toyota must have made millions of these engines in all the Corolla variants. Just imagine the cumulative miles wordwide.
Wish I had the same story with my 2000 Corolla. Got it off a buddy of mine who got it off of an apartment complex that used it as a maintenance car. This ole turd has 170k miles and burns hellacious oil.
My mom had a 06 awd vibe back in the day,it was leaking oil and she didnt know.When the mech checked on it it had 0 oil left in it and it was still running lmao.
Same engine in my 2009 Vibe. I bought mine (1.8 liter) a little over 5 years ago, and it wasn't until I had already bought it that I learned of the 2.4 oil burning issues. I feel like I dodged a bullet. 140k and burns minimal oil, like a fraction of a quart every 5000 miles.
I put a timing set on a 2010 Vibe last winter. VVT sprocket was rattling, and the chain was banging around and took out a timing chain guide. That's my only experience with that engine.
yeah it's kinda dumb that there's no 4A engines in this list at all. they're literally one of the key reasons for toyota's "reliable" brand perception. I have had 2xAW11's, a KE70 and an ae82 all with some form of the 4AGE in them and they were all fantastic.
Mine is 25 years old, 400,000kms+ . Never ever been pulled apart and doesn't leak oil. Still pulls like the day it was new. Nothing to go wrong. Still rev it to the red line. No misfire.
Excellent (as usual) video. I have 1 of the worst, 3vz-e. Still going down the road 34 years later, even though in a period of emotional turmoil (the big D) I neglected oil changes for 6 years and 60k miles. Underpowered and not very good gas economy, but I consider myself lucky to have no car payment all these years.
Can verify the 3MZ-FE. Our 2004 Sienna has 205,000 miles. Nobody believes me when I tell them this engine burns no oil. Zero! About to replace timing belt and water pump/tensioners etc. Fresh synthetic and good filter every 5,000 miles and it just keeps going.
He left out a number of goodies: 1) The 1975-1980 20R had all the 600,000+ mile goodness of the 22RE without the timing chain and head gasket durability issues. 2) The 2TZFE Previa Van 4 cylinder - so tough that it could haul around that heavy rear wheel drive Van for 600,000+ miles without problems. 3) The 2TR-FE 4 cylinder used all over the world in Tacomas, Hilux's and Vans and known to run 1,000,000 miles. 4) Multiple Corolla engines dating back to the mid-1970's: 2TC, 3TC, 3AC, 4ALC, 4AFE, 7AFE. All 600,000+ milers.
As an owner of an 07 IS250 6MT with 122k miles, my experience has been very well. Change your every 5k miles and itll never burn a drop between oil changes. I also installed an oil catch can to delay the carbon buildup of the intake valves and its been well for 3 years since ive installed it. As a DIY person I dont mind the 4GR setbacks but if I suggest a car to anybody else, I would absolutely agree with AMD and recommend a 2GR-FE just to save the headache of carbon buildup. Happy New Years AMD and the crew over there! Wish you all the best and many years of excellent work and information.
I owned a 200k miles manual 07 250 for a year, it never had any issue. I was aware of that carbon build-up before I bought it. But I only planned to own it for one year so that was not an issue for me. The only complaint I had was the lack of power. But for an Uber car, it got the job done and I sold it for what I paid. So no bad experience there.
I’ve seen 250s with over 300k and plenty well over 200k, aside from the carbon buildup they’re very solid. If you can find a shop that does walnut blasting you can have the carbon removed for not too much money.
Yeah the only issue it has is the carbon buildup, other than that it is literally a downsized 2gr and as reliable, you just need to do a carbon treatment with seafoam every couple of months or just walnut blast the valves every 2 years or so. Super reliable engine mine is at 450k km
I have a 2015 tundra. With the 5.7 Bought the truck new And I'm currently sitting at 362000 miles on it. With 0 issues the only thing I had replaced so far on it is the starter. Besides regular maintenance. Things such as spark plugs. Oil changes fluid changes in the diffs.
Bought my first toyota ever. As an engineer and hobbiest of restoring cars like corvettes, I am impressed so far. I picked up a used RX330 with 140K miles that has been pretty well taken care of. Your commentary is spot on. The only thing that I can say is that it seems slightly over complicated with multiple levels of "stuff" on top of the engine. Otherwise, one of the smoothest running engines I have ever experienced.
Owner of a 1NZ-FE 2006 Toyota Yaris. Amazing motor. Just asks for oil changes on time and Works Smooth. Love this Car. I have it in Honduras. Central America. Awesome car....
I owned a 1978 Celica with the 20-R&T-50 trans. for 21 years. 265k mi., never broke down, valves never out of adjustment, original carb. I did all my own easy tune-ups, oil changes, clutches, etc. It still went 105 mph the day I sold it. I vote 20-R best engine.
My 2GR-FE in a 2010 RAV isn’t showing any signs of leakage at 185k. Still powerful and smooth. I’m going to an oil analysis at the next oil change to see how it’s wearing.
Agreed. Not a powerful, but hey, it’s a 4 cyl. Very reliable and super easy to work on. Love all the room in the engine bay. Cast iron block, old school engine. I was thinking he would mention it too
@@mrfenderguy1some poeple like to get on the highway quickly and safely. Without it taking an enternity to reach highway spee your one of those dkheads that want to do 30mph getting on the highway dragging a fking anchor because of your beloved 30 year old rusted out tacoma just wont die once and for all. with a 4 cylinder that weighs as much as a crown victorias curb weight. Causing the poeple behind to have to risk their life trying to get around you safely
The 2GR-FE (2010-2016) belongs on the best engines list. Hands down. We’ve owned two Siennas (‘08 & ‘16) and a Highlander (and still currently own) with the 2GR-FE engine and it is a fabulous motor. Tons of power, good economy considering the size of vehicle they’re putting in and just smooth running. Change oil every 5-6,000 miles and these will go 300k miles without breaking a sweat. Love the 2GR-FE. It belongs on the Best engines list.
My 2007 sienna has 400,000 miles on same motor and trans. I keep the oil changed and it’s never had any major issues. Replaced front wheel bearings and new alternator recently and it’s a daily driver.
I totally thought you had forgotten about the 3SGTE and the 2ZZ until you dropped them into legendary status at the end! They are/were such incredible fun in the Celica's I've owned over the years. Performed great on track days, and they are super reliable too.
This one was mentioned at 15:15 in the video under the "Engines on the Down Trend. Sludge is discussed and maintenance its key. I also have one of these and during a Valve Cover Gasket replacement I requested the PCV valve be replaced. Technician said it was a good thing because I have the beginning of sludge build up. I have owned the car since new and change the oil every 5000 miles. Hope this helps.
The mz family, 1mz 2mz and 3mz are all essentially the same engine, differing only in their strokes (1mz vs 2mz) and bores (1mz vs 3mz). The use pretty much exactly the same parts- although Toyota likes to camouflage this fact by changing the part numbers. This is a page from chevy's book. So it is surprising that the 3mz is rated so highly and the 1mz is not.
Watch your channel all the time! I’m not proud of what I’m going to tell you next but here goes. I purchased a 2006 Highlander, that was in and accident and rebuilt with 5000 miles. I have it, to this day, and runs like a top. We did regular maintenance UNTIL we moved to Tennessee. I have not changed the oil since the move… 5 years ago. I use it every day and still runs like a champ. Today, I’m having the oil changed. Have a great day. Keep up the great content!
I'm so glad you covered the 1NZ-FE engine and to say your a fan of it! I have one in my 160k mile 2012 Yaris. It just runs like a top. I did a valve cover gaskets and underneath looked brand new. Doesn't burn a drop of oil. (5k oil changes with Pennzoil Platinum and OEM oil filter, trans and coolant per your recommendations). I have not had any problems other than ones I make for myself. I broke an oil control valve tightening up a belt. The only maintenance item I have not done is check valve clearance. It's lost a little of its MPG's and a little power. Not sure if that is worth doing. I want to hit at least 300k on this engine and would be curious if this would be worth it. The value of this car being dead nuts reliable is beyond what the car is worth. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! I'm thankful for you and your channel. You've answered countless questions of mine.
I have a 2008 Toyota Yaris, 246,000 miles and it drives exactly like how I bought it 12 years ago. two weeks ago purchased a 2023 Tacoma Trd off-road, and the car was so good I couldn’t bring myself to sell it so I gave it to my mom because her pile of crap civic keeps nickeling and diming her.
I can confirm 100% about how incredibly quiet, smooth, & reliable the 1uzfe engine is, own & daily drive a 98' lexus gs400 with 4.0v8 for last 10 years, has only 234k miles, still feels & drives amazing.
Hi my friend, I like the way you talk about Toyota engines. You know your stuff. You've done engines in your own shop I guess for a long time. I have a 2003 Toyota echo. It's got almost 245,000 mi on it. I've been driving it for 21 years. Is come in June. There were two models made of this car. I got the Japanese version which was a better version than the American. I just consume a little bit of oil but I keep a record when I have to add the oil. I write the mileage down and everything. It's been very good on gas and everything. Thank you for having a channel like this and telling people about information on Toyota engines. Thank you.
Had 6 Toyotas in my garage and driveway, now down to 4 - 2008 Camry XLE V6, 2017 RAV4 LE, 2023 Venza Limited & 2023 RAV4 XLE Premium. I missed the older 2 - 2002 Sienna LE & 2003 Solara- but had to keep my fleet to 4 due to space limitations. I came from a family of Toyota owners. Happy New Year AMD and to everyone!!
You forgot to mention the venerable 4A-GE/GZE. Also had the head developed by Yamaha. Revved to 7500 happily & eagerly. And super reliable. My 1st car was a 87 Corilla FX-16 GT-S. A great lil car. Super fun. Never any major issues. I was young & abused it. It always kept on churning. Even when the timing belt broke doing 120mph lol. Just changed the belts, oil & filters. Went past 250k miles.That was the little engine that could.
My dear thank you I have 2005 lotus elise I thought you forgot about the 2zz Had to wait till the end of your beautiful vedio Thank you You bring in lot of knowledge Can i ask you Were is your shop
I’ve had three experiences with the 1.8 l 2ZR-FE engines and I have to agree they are amazing engines, I had a 2009,2016 & most recent 2017 Corolla and have never had any issues. I changed my oil every 5k miles and no oil burning or VVT noise. It gets amazing gas mileage and always starts perfect! Love these little motors!
I have a 2ZR in my 2014 corolla. She has 130k miles and the last 36k i put on myself. I'm obsessed with maintaining that car because i am going to be her last owner and hope to get at least 200k
I'm glad you are happy with it. I just bought a 2009 corolla with the same engine and was really worried about it burning oil. Which seems to be the problem for the 2az-fe thinking that is what it had. So glad I was wrong. A little more at ease now after it made the honorable mention list. I had a Honda fit before and wished I had bought another one. My last one, went for 5 years without one problem, not even a check engine light. Sadly, it got totalled in an accident
I've been looking to replace my 2002 Yukon XL with a newer vehicle. I've looked at EVERYTHING and I always come back to a 2016-2018 Lexus ES350. I saw your video about the oil leak and how to fix it. So, at first that kind of discouraged me since I don't really have anyone where I live that I'd trust to open the engine. Then I looked at where your shop is located. You're only three hours away from me! I will most definitely be getting a Lexus ES350 as my next vehicle! Thanks for the engine rundown.
Did you forget these two engines ? The Tacoma 3RZFE and the newer version of this engine the 2TRFE. I have owned both of these engines and although they are a little underpowered for towing they will last a very long time. I finally sold my 1998 Tacoma pre runner that had the 3RZFE to a friend that needed a reliable means of transportation. I sold it to him when it had 180,000 miles. All that I did was change the oil every 5,000 miles. I always used synthetic oil and a Toyota oil filter or a purolator boss oil filter. Today that 3RZFE is still running with 400,000 thousand miles on it. The only thing the engine has had is a water pump besides regular maintenance. The 3RZFE is a strong engine in my book. I have also owned the brother to the 3RZFE the 2TRFE. I have a newer one with lower miles but I have seen from fleets that bought Tacomas with the 2TRFE with all of them with over 200,000 miles and three with 370,000 miles on the clock. The 2TRFE does have the plastic valve cover and intake but only a had full out of the fleet had to have new gaskets on either the valve cover or intake gasket. Only two had to have both replaced. After replacing the gaskets all the trucks continue to keep on going. I agree with every other engine that was mentioned because I have also owned the 2AZFE engine that was talked about. Yes, it is a good engine and it will last if you keep oil in it. It will always start to use oil at some point. It depends on how fast the oil rings get clogged some start at 50,000 miles other are not that bad until they reach 100,000 miles. I still own a 2AZFE it now has 180,000 miles. It runs like new, but you must keep a close eye on the oil. Sometimes it will use a half quart in 5,000 miles. Other times it will use a half quart in 2,000 miles. The engine doesn’t hold much oil only 4.3 quarts so running it low is going to hurt your engine. So, a good engine yes but you must check the oil on a regular basis. I thank you for giving a run down on the best and worst Toyota engines. Happy New Year and best wishes !
I use to have a 06 Tundra and LOVED it, I put it through some work and it never gave me a issue. sadly I lost it in a hydroplaning accident and miss it every day
Love my '14 Camry 2.5 4 cylinder (2AR FE), currently has 408,578 MILES. I use it for my rideshare gig. Bulletproof with adequate power to get the job done.
@@Fortheloveofjdmi have a similar experience as irvin. Change my oil every 5k with toyota recommended 0-20 and changed the trans fluid about 3 times the life of the car.
Thanks to Scotty Kilmer, I bought a '15 RAV4: 2AR-FE and have been changing the oil religiously, every 3,000 miles or sooner. Keeping my fingers crossed! Excellent video for anyone looking to buy a used Toyota. You're providing a valuable service to us shadetree mechanics out here! Thanks.
Thousands of mechanics in the trade say Scotty’s advice is awful. I’d tread lightly on anything he says. I’ve been playing around with cars for about 10 years now just as a hobby and have found his advice is horribly misguided and wrong.
Listen to AMD he knows Toyotas. We have a 2ar as well. I change ours about 4500 miles no issues at 89550 miles currently. Also watch his video about changing your trans fluid I’ve done it 3 times and will again at 100,00 miles with a new pan gasket and filter/strainer. Note be careful with that 6mm hex on the trans drain pan.
@@Redsfanatic32 they might be jealous. People often get jealous of successful viral people & say a bunch of fake bad things. I’ve watched his videos religiously for nearly 4 years now, and I’ve never found anything really wrong. I like how he wraps humour and advice into a good package, lots of people have no rizz or humour but he has it all which is great. He’s been a professional mechanic for 56 years, with thousands of happy customers, and boatloads of subscribers, so I don’t see how there’s anything wrong. A dozen haters or so doesn’t change anything about somebody. He’s a notorious legend in the automotive community, as noted by the amount of subscribers he has. I’m not switching anybody’s beliefs here, but he’s given advice that has saved me thousands over the years, and my cars are running the best they ever have.
@@Blakecryderman7244 yeah nobody’s jealous of Scotty. He’s been blatantly wrong on a TON of subjects. Like I said, even my personal experience working on vehicles have shown me the “advice” he gives is frequently incorrect.
@@Blakecryderman7244 you have what’s known as confirmation bias. You obviously are a fan of his and take his words to heart. So, even if given evidence that he’s not that smart on modern vehicles, you don’t acknowledge that evidence.
I have a 2012 Yaris (I got it brand new with like 25 miles)with 225k and zero issues as it relates to the engine. I been doing 10k full synthetic oil change as recommended by a Toyota dealer service parts after about the 100k mark. I drove it a lot every day about 84 miles each day. The engine sounds just the same as the first day. The rest of the car is different story but overall no issues. I consider I have abused this engine doing the 10k oil changes and I also just replaced the spark plugs 😂. The old spark plugs looked pretty decent. I have neglected the transmission and I am predicting the transmission is going to go out first.
The 1MZFE in my 99 sienna is still going strong at 300,000 miles. I changed the valve cover gaskets last year and it was spotless. It also survived a broken timing belt, which can't be said about many other overhead cam engines.
They are great engine, its a little sad to see it in his list of not so good motors but unfortunately the truth is most Toyota owners neglect their cars and this engine is not for them. It does require more attention and maintenance than most. I just did my valve cover gaskets a few days ago, did you have fun with the rear mount bolt?! 😫 Also you can update the rear valve cover with a 3.3 one that helps with oil consumption
My first car was a ‘90 4Runner with the 3VZ-E. I bought it with 143k on it and drove it 9 years. Previous owner replaced the head gaskets. I didn’t have too many issues, except I went through a couple radiators and had to replace an injector and fuel line. Two timing belts as well. It was super underpowered and a pain to work on. There’s a million vacuum hoses. I replaced it with a 2000 4Runner with the 5VZ-FE and a 5spd manual. I still drive this vehicle. 231k and still going strong. The 5VZ-FE is so much better in every conceivable way. I have done very little work to it. It’s fantastic. My next vehicle will probably be a 4Runner with the newer 4.0, or maybe a Tundra with the 5.7.
Interesting how you mentioned the 10,000 mile interval on the 2AR-FE. I just bought a 2016 Camry with that engine. I remember hearing the dealer tell me it only needed an oil change every 10k, and was horrified. I’ve put 10k on it so far and I’ve had the oil done twice 👍
Great point - I nearly had to wrestle with my dealership to have them change my oil at 7,000kms (yes, Canadian...I know - boo, hiss!). The service advisor told me no fewer than 6 times that the service interval is printed in the owners manual, and is not called for until 16,000 kms. I told him that I wasn't interested in an engine tear-down outside of warranty period...change the oil. If all goes well, I plan to roll 400,000 kms with this engine (250,000 miles).
@@tekn1x thanks for the comment i have 2022 Camry xse and i change the oil every thousand miles at the dealership and the dealership has no problem with me doing that currently 3 Toyota 2000 Tacoma sr5 and believe it or not I have a 1986 Celica gts yes and three vehicle get an oil change at 1000 thousand miles basically once a month but any thanks for the comment
Ahmed, Happy New Year to you and Mrs. CCN. It's reassuring to know that both of my Toyotas made the best engine list. My 2004 Tundra is the last of the V-6 (5VZ-FE) engine and manual transmission. I will never sell my truck, it is bulletproof.
Thankfully with Toyota, as long as the engine is not on the worst list, you likely will be great with what you have. Thanks as always for your videos and I too look forward to 2024 and beyond!
I love Toyota V8 engines... I have two 2002 Tundra trucks with the awesome 2UZ-FE, both are nearing 200,000 miles. I also have the even more awesome 3UR-FE in a 2007 Tundra that has accumulated a little over 315,000 miles. Oil and filter changes every 5k or sooner and staying with the factory maintenance schedule using OEM parts is the key to my success... the occasional Italian tune-up only helps keep these engine performing so well..
Where do the 2GR-FKS go regarding these categories? Cars that use this engines are: Toyota: Tacoma, Highlander, Sienna, Camry, Alphard, Avalon. Lexus: RX 350, GX 350, LS 350, IS 350, ES 350, RC 350, LM 350.
I probably have to agree with you on the 1ZZ-FE engine. I have a 2004 Corolla, been on top of my oil changes since day one. Bought new, first oil change done early, engine break-in, use the best Amsoil, have right at 180k on the clock now, needs the VVTi oil jet cleaned or replaced along with the VVT-i sprocket. I have the dreadful cold start rattle. Running a Zmax additive for upcoming oil change. Friend convinced me to extend my oil changes some time ago, but back to 5k changes. This upcoming change will happen at 4k. My oil consumption as of my 150k service, was so small I could not measure it. Most reliable car I have ever owned.
The 2AR-FE in my 2013 Camry has been very solid. Owned it since 109k, it’s currently at 163k. Previous owner took decent care of it, I’ve been extremely meticulous with it since I’ve owned it. Oil changes every 5k miles, doesn’t burn a drop of oil between changes.
My wife’s Car is a 2013 RAV4. It has the 2AR-FE. Same thing it has 147,000 miles on it. I have never had to put a drop of oil in it between oil changes.
2AR-FE is also used in 2007-2012 AH20 Alphard/Vellfire, a luxury MPV, you should google it. I own the 2012 Alphard one here in Indonesia and 2AR-FE in it is exceptionally reliable.
@@elizabethfews1088 I had my torque converter replaced for free shortly after getting it at 110k miles (months before the TSB expired 🙏) so it had fluid replaced then. I had a drain and fill done at a repair shop i like at around 140k miles. I'm getting close to needing one again, probably get it done at 170k. Toyota WS atf only
I may not be happy that my wife's 1ZZ-FE did not make the cut, but I do want to thank you for sharing your knowledge/opinion with the world. glad to see that the engine in the EVORA was spoken to, in a positive way :)
*_I always love your videos because I know I am getting unbiased information from someone I can trust. Keep up the great work, sir! Thanks very much... & I sincerely hope you & your family have an awesome (& healthy) 2024! 👍🎉🌟_*
405k miles without repairs? unopened engine? This is crazy impressive for 8.000++ rpm engine mate! I know many 2zzge with over 300k but...400k+ is really crazy, you use the "liftzone" after 6.000 rpm? maybe the maintenance you did was perfect, as was the use of the car.👌
THE BEST:
1:00 UZ-FE: Original 1UZ-FE, Updated 1UZ-FE, 2UZ-FE and 3UZ-FE
2:10 3MZ-FE
2:40 2JZ-GE
3:20 1NZ-FE
3:45 5VZ-FE
4:45 1GR-FE Updated
HONORABLE MENTIONS:
5:40 2GR-FE
6:10 5S-FE
6:55 2ZR-FE
7:25 22R-E
8:10 1UR-FE and 3UR-FE
8:50 A25A-FKS and M20A-FKS
WORST:
10:00 4GR-FSE
10:50 2AZ-FE
12:20 3VZ-FE and 3VZ-E
13:10 7M-GE and 7M-GTE
DOWN THE TREND:
14:30 1AR-FE and 2AR-FE
15:15 1MZ-FE
15:40 1ZZ-FE
16:15 1GR-FE Original
HALL OF FAME:
17:30 1UZ-FE
18:00 2JZ-GTE
18:25 1LR-GUE
19:30 2UR-GSE
20:00 3S-GTE
20:20 2ZZ-GE
Thank you Miguel!
Thx dude!
Thanks buddy.!
No 1FZFE? lol, not faster but built stronger than the 2uz plus not an interference engine and not bad to work on.
Wish he talked about the newer 2AR-FXE AKINSON ENGINE
I have a 2011 FJ Cruiser (1GR FE) with over 503k miles. I bought it new and put every mile on that stud. I change the oil regularly, and it doesn't burn a drop of oil. It absolutely runs like a sewing machine. As a side note, I still have the original U-joints, transmission, and gears. It is an excellent vehicle through and through!
Love your videos!
How regular are your oil changes?
Original U-joints are you lubing the driveshaft fittings every 15k?
@@kmpaton I don’t think it’s appropriate talking about lubing driveshafts
@sammyjammy6647 HI Sammy, oil changes on or about 8k or so. Less in the summer, as I tend to let it idle to keep the interior cool. I have a workstation inside it.
@@kmpaton I grease them when I change the oil. Thanks for asking!
My 3VZ-FE Camry Wagon has already 300000 miles. The engine has never been opened during 30 years, no leaks, no need to add oil between oil change, runs silk smooth. For me it has been a perfect engine.
We are a devoted Toyota brands family and I am an avid viewer of this channel and greatly value the education I get from you. As an owner of vehicles that are powered by several of the engines mentioned in this video (1997 4Runner, 2008 ES350, 2008 SC430, 2017 GX460, 2019 4Runner TRD OR) I enjoyed the history lesson and your expert opinions. Wishing everyone a happy new year!
I have a 2000 Tundra Thunder Metallic Grey 4.7 Liter V8 sr5 # 3000 off the line mfgr date 4/99. It has 315,000 miles. I've replaced the starter, O2 sensors , radiator and front ball joints. The engine runs smooth and leaks zero oil. It has been an excellent truck.
@@Jeff-sp7bg _Hi Jeff. I once owned a 2k Tundra also. I drove it for at least 5+ years w/out any issues other than installing a new O2 sensor. Oh & the brakes/rotors, IMHO, were designed to be 'too small/underweight' for such a large truck. I found myself getting new brakes/rotors more often than I thought I should. Other than that, I really loved that super reliable truck._
_The only thing that killed it was when I went sliding into a deep ditch due to hitting a patch of ice that I just simply didn't see. After I got winched out of the ditch, I drove slowly home (which was just a few more miles down the road). The truck was actually drivable & I thought it 'could be saved'. But of course, State Farm thought otherwise. So, it was totaled & I got a check for $12k. I still miss that truck!_
One last thing (which I'm sure you already know): make darn sure you keep up with the maintenance, but especially in regard to the TIMING BELT. You see, because these engines are 'interference engines', you'll want to make 'darn sure' the timing belt is strong. Because if it (the timing belt) were to ever break while the engine is engaged... the engine is basically DESTROYED. : (
So...make darn sure you keep accurate records of what age the timing belt is and then change it to a new timing belt at recommended intervals (and perhaps even think about changing the timing belt even a month or two earlier than what is recommended). Anyway, good luck... & watch out for 'patches of ice'... LOL. 👍
For me the brand that really pulled me in was Volvo. Volvo people and Toyota people have a lot in common I find 😉 Volvo must have been fond of the Japanese they used Aisin as their sole supplier for automatic transmissions for many years and collaborated with Yamaha for a V8 engine, which went into a few Volvo models and those are now absolute unicorns.
This young man is an amazing mechanic and communicator/teacher. AMD you are a blessing to Toyota/Lexus owners and to RUclips. God bless you and your family!
This is a fantastic break down on Toyotas engines in comparing them! I love my 1MZ-FE, (230K) I maintain the services my self and I have zero problems. my oil stays golden and coolant stays pink just a small power steering leak is it. Car runs like its brand new and effortlessly reaches highway speeds. Toyota is a pioneer when it comes to vehicle reliability including some engine platforms have problems. Great channel! Keep up the great work!
Owner of a 2005 4runner, put over 233k miles and zero issues. Going on 19 years strong.
Indeed, you will have that.
2003 V8 4runner with 240K here. No issues also 🤛
2004 over 244k on it. Rusted to death but running strong.
07 sport edition with 240k no oil leaks at all no problems use an upgraded larger oil filter though from the V8 works great
All these people want a gold medal 😆.
Just a comment from a fellow "former" Lexus tech. You put together a fantastic video speaking of these engines, the pros, the cons, and what they came in. 👍
The 22r engine was my very first truck that I owned. I was 17 and I drove it like an army tank, in and out of the woods. It never let me down nor did it ever break. If I cannot break it, then it is a quality product!
I’m so glad someone finally mentioned the 22r/22re
lm still driving an 1988 pickup 22r engine 4 speed stick every day running great with 567,000 miles. All original except for the timing chain and sprockets.
My 1982 Toyota Corona had the 22R engine. It was fitted to USA 1981-82 Corona. The 1979-80 Corona had the very similar 20R.
I have 2, 22RE’s and a 20R in my driveway right now. I do not think the 22 should be mentioned in this video. I would put them mid pac as far as reliability. They are pretty much roached at 250k.
They never die, this engines. Not if you take good care of them. I have seen many many of them go 400-400 thousand miles or more.
I have 74 toyota corona with 12r engine.. how good is it?
I mean don't get me wrong, the engine has done around 530.000 km
original owner 1987 Toyota pickup 22R engine 2wd still going strong after 37yrs, still my daily driver to date.
How many miles
Wow
I loved that motor, the 22re was a little better, the fuel injection took away the crappie fuel filter on the fire wall that always ran out of gas in sub 0 tempture unless it had been warmed up.
I’ve got a 1994 Toyota Pickup 22RE 5-speed 2WD. It continues to be my daily driver and it refuses to die. I just wish it had more power.
I know someone that tore high mileage a 22R down to rebuild and wished he hadn't wasted his time/money. There was virtually no wear and it didn't need a rebuild at all.
I've watched thousands of RUclips videos. Your channel is the FIRST I've ever subscribed to! I love your enthusiasm for Toyota engineering. Thanks for the information!
It is so rare and refreshing to see an expert speak confidently and informatively about the various quality nuances of anything - let alone a complex item like car engines. Bravo!
👏👏👏👏
I love my toyota pickup with the 22r in it. Mine was stolen in 2018 and recovered. They had run it hard with low oil and I continued to drive it for 2 years and then I rebuilt it during covid. It's a very simple motor to work on.
The best Toyota 4 cylinder hands down...22R and 22RE Not a lot of power in the non turbo models, but nearly indestructible. The Aluminum cylinder heads were very thick and heavy, and would resist warping.
Connecting rods were massive compared to most other 4 cylinders.
Good to hear about the Yaris engine. Mine is from 1999 has 270000 km (168759 Mi). Didn't maintain it very well until a few years back but it keeps on running. So good to know it will probably run for a lomg time to come.
He's right about the timing chain on the 22re. Mine was starting to rattle at 190,000 miles so I replaced the chain, sprockets, guides, tensioner. The chain wasn't hitting the timing cover. Still running great at 310,000 miles and burns no oil.
@@MrHugemoth That was actually the only "weak" point in the 22RE, but at a time when nearly all other overhead cm engines used a timing belt..those had a chain.
No timing belt will safely go 190,000.
Timing belts in the 1960s did not have aramid (Kevlar) reinforcement and were suspicious after 35,000 (Pontiac OHC 6 and Fiat engines)
@@donreinke5863Well north of 400k and still going strong. Just not a powerhouse for sure.
My 2006 1GR 4.0 V6 Tundra is so smooth you cannot even feel it running in the cab. 180,000 miles. Bought it new in late 2006 , took it home , drained the oil and replaced it with synthetic. Never has run regular oil in its life. Unreal smooth and quiet. Garage kept in the lone star state...
Refreshing to see and hear from a man who truly loves his craft (I wish you could do this for ALL major brands!!). I bought a 2002 Land Cruiser in 2013 with 145K miles, and even for a person that is very familiar with Toyota quality, it overwhelmed me with its excellence. Just picked up a 2006 ES330 for my teen to drive to school and with 127K miles it idles so quietly I sometimes forget it is running. That's why I never go out and buy a new Toyota or Lexus----I know that I can buy them years, even decades, from now for a song and they'll provide 99% of what they did new.
It must be 2TR FE! I was shocked it wasn't on the list since you had so many good things to say about it. Your channel is divine work. Please never stop. My 2016 4Runner loves it too. Lol
I think you nailed it!
I put 560k on my 2015 2AR Camry.. no problems, no oil burning, no oil leaking.. I change oil every 5k, trans fluid every 50k...
560 is impressive. Have 1 myself hoping for a long experience with it. Very happy so far.
As a long time Toyota owner, I found these videos very helpful. Thank you,
I bought a 2023 4Runner TRD Offroad based on your recommendations. I was specifically looking for an extremely reliable, naturally aspirated engine in a 4x4 and this was the one. I absolutely love it and look forward to driving it for hundreds of thousands of miles for years in the future.
Just bought 24 limited same reason
I just did the same thing based on this guy. 2023 4runner bought in November. Just yesterday at 3000km I noticed a lot of white smoke and smell of burning coolant at cold start 😢
@@richardstromquist1 Hmmm that’s unusual. Make sure to take to dealer asap.
Bought a '23 Limited in September for the same reasons. I think we will be completely satisfied.
Same here...congrats.
My daughter is still driving my 2003 4-Runner 1GR-FE 4.0L V-6, it has 398k on it. I have maintained it since it was new, changed oil at every 5k with Mobile-1
synthetic, also have maintained coolant system with Toyota coolant at every 75k. Super tough engine.
Just curious on your transmission fluid change intervals and if you’ve replaced the metal mesh trans filter. I have about 200k on my ‘02 4Runner and would love to get it to 400k like yours 👍🏼
@@Gretzky2857 I changed the ATF every 50k, I cleaned the mesh filter the first change. No problems with the transmission. I used Toyota ATF.
@@sidallen685I’ve only done drain and fills on all fluids and that works fine for me 👍🏼
My 08 Tacoma is at 450 lol
Glad to hear you mention the 2ZZ-GE. Over here in the UK they came in corollas & celicas, I had a Corolla with the 2ZZ, never had one single issue after putting over 45k miles on it.
Mine's about to tick over 300,000 miles (298,652 now) in my 2001 Celica GTS. Runs great. I'm so happy AMD mentioned our wonderful engine 😊
Those are rookie numbers
My 1MZ-FE still going strong after 17 years of service and 334000 klms I already appreciate the trouble free time it served me.
My son has a 1988 Supra with the 7M-GTE as his nice weather, fun car. His daily is a 225,000 mile 98 LS400 with the 1UZ-FE.
He's running at both ends of this list.
To be fair, the Supra used to be my car, I gave it to him when he turned 18. I rebuilt that 7M twice with forged internals, MHG, ARP harware throughout, and clevite bearings. It's not really a fair example of the 7M anymore.
Great list. I just found your channel and have been enjoying the content.
Owned a 1976 Celica automatic transmission with the 20R engine. Drove it from new in 1976 until I sold it in 1992 with 235,000 miles on it. I had one valve adjustment at about 150k and repaired an oil leak once. It was still going strong when I sold it.
I had a NON TOYOTA CAR ( I will not tell you the brnad of it=) from 1984 until now,, venver changed anyhtis jsut a ehad gasket 10 yerars ago.and the belts..
had a small repair in the açlternator..and two clunteches only
had already aciudents with it, becasue i race it, sometimes, i went off the road and hit stones, next time i broke a IRON wheel.etc the car is always running, and i also broke my carters when i went off the road all stupida ccidents.~
thye amde a weld and i kept going,,
You kkep buyin that shit toyota you will enver knpowm whata rela car is.
I just bought a 2024 4Runner just to get the last of the 1GR-FE. I've also got a 2018 4Runner and the engine is just incredible.
Same with me but I just bought (last week) a 2023 4Runner Limited. The transmission is suppose to be VERY reliable too. (I'm done with CVT's after two failures ... Subaru's). I'm willing to go "throw-back" and pay more (think gas) for reliability and simplicity.
the 1GR-FE is insane. we had one leave the shop that had all the oil leak out dust to a loose drain plug. went a MONTH before it locked up
2GR-FSE in my 2013 Lexus GS350 is one of the best V6 engines in the world. It lasts for ever with very low maintenance, all I do is change the oil (0w20 full synthetic) & filter every 7500kms & all is well.
And that v6 sound ❤
@@LuisDC21 Ma man, yes that induction in the GS350 is amazing, it’s sounds so good.
Agreed, I have a 2008 LEXUS GS350, a 2007 before it was totaled in a rear-end collision. That stated, the alternator and water pump will fail around the 100K mile mark.
I couldn't get enough of this video. I had a 1991 Cressida with the 7MGE engine. You're spot-on. The head gasket blew in 1993 and the work was done by Toyota gratis. I also had a 7 year Geico warranty.
Car was perfect until 2013 until the head gasket blew at 195,000 miles. I offered it for sale on Craigslist and after a bidding war, sold for $9,600. All bidders were from Caribbean origin. I never knew that with an easy turbo upbrade, 500hp was possible.
Yeah they love the Cressida, I Had no idea until I heard a similar story years ago that they are big in some community that I can't remember.
Dude, nobody sells a Cressida...
The rare and illustrious rwd Camry before the ls400
1997 1mz-fe non vvti Lexus ES 300 with. 198k and still purring like a kitten. 27 years old and I love this car still.
Hey man... fellow 2010 fortuner owner here. I'm from India and we have a lot of toyota diesel cars here that have clocked 800k miles without breaking a sweat. One engine I'd like to mention is the 3.0L D4D 1KD-FTV. It's a gem of an engine:)
Didn't the 1KD have piston cracking issues?
I am from India but in US and unfortunately Toyota doesn’t have diesels here. So I have 5.7 gas engine in my tundra.
Both the 1LR-GUE and 2UR-GSE was also a collaboration with Yamaha. Totally agree that when Toyoat and Yamaha create an engine, it's a masterpiece. Too bad that Yamaha stopped all of its car projects.
"-G"
I own a iteration of 5A made by Yamaha (5A-FHE) it's a really cool bulletproof engine a crossover of 4AGE x 5AFE
Yamaha made a V8 with Volvo they really had it going with everybody.
Just crossed 110k this morning. Zero problems. Still pulls like a freight train.
@@alouisschafer7212most people don’t know that. The old Ford Taurus SHO got blessed by Yamaha too.
The thing that makes this channel so good is that this guy is obviously a Toyota/Lexus fan, and yet he’ll openly tell you when he thinks something is not great
I have a 2000 GS400 with 1UZFE, over 200,000 miles and as powerful and reliable as day-one. I recall the car magazine writers of the day hated how smooth it was, said it had no character. Well, perfection is character!
Agreed, I have a 1998 GS400, 230k. Just did the second timing belt and associated items (water pump etc.) Best engine I've ever had in a car!
Amazing car! I hope you hit 400K. I owned a 98 gs400 for 18 years. I cant get myself to buy anything other than Toyota/Lexus because of that car. It's almost unbelievable how nothing broke. I put in poly bushings on caster arm #2 to fix a front end shake on the highway. I think the starter went and that was the only big job. Mine went at 200K because of an oil leak and a lot of rust in the back that was completely my fault.
The 3MZ-FE in my Lexus ES 330 has done 400k miles and it still steams and doesn't burn oil at all. No loss in power, hasn't been opened and I just completed a 700 mile one way trip over the holidays. Really solid stuff!!!
My 04solara has same motor @245k and still a little beast love it its an 04 I ever see a ES 330 with low miles I will buy it been looking !
@@tee-jaythestereo-bargainph2120 yeah they are well built cars. Even the electronic gadgets like my rear sunshade still works without issues. I got up to 180kmph at one point in the trip and I was carrying my wife and kid and our luggage in the trunk. Love the car!
Same. My ES330 has 3MZ-FE.
Just yesterday I left the car running , with my wife in the car (a/c on), to run quickly to the market to grab some water. As I approach the car, I thought she had run the car off because I don’t hear any engine noise. Found out, Nooo, it’s on and the engine just purr so quietly and smoothly. It’s amazing.
Stats: 24 years old with 350k miles. It’s a TANK!!!
On the other hand, the 3MZ in the RX is not as smooth but still going strong at 250k miles. Love Lexus/Toyota.
My Lexus 2004 rx330 has 3mzfe, 180k miles on the clock… no problems
I'm happy to have the 5VZ-FE in a 1998 Tacoma. Been a great engine but I'm more in love with the 1MZ-FE in my 2000 Solara (V6). The first owner took great care of it for 113,000 miles and I have run the mileage up to 654,000 miles. The automatic transmission seems to be just as bulletproof. I removed one head (left) due to carbon buildup on the intake valves (probably a PCV issue). I cleaned up the carbon and checked the valve clearance while I was there....all perfectly in spec and they have never been adjusted. No signs of sludging during a couple of valve cover gasket changes over the years...but I make a lot of long drives so moisture isn't able to build up in the oil.
As always my brother, thank you for sharing your perspectives from all of your experience. It’s so valuable to the consumer!
Owner of the 1MZ-FE (2001 Avalon) that has had attention to 5k oil changes and it has been rock solid, never any indication of sludge buildup and currently at 197k miles. Thanks, and great video!
I've owned 3 1mz-fe powered cars. The one that had issues experienced short tripping and oil change neglect before I bought it. Those are solid engines if you change the oil within 5000 mile intervals.
My 200 Avalon with 1MZFE has a bit over 400,000 miles and no sludge to my knowledge. It is wearing out honestly in my opinion with 1qt per 1000 miles oil usage.
1NZ is the best for small scalers. Best fuel consumption. Low maintenance and high output. The word is maintenance. No neglect!
As for the SUVs, I think 1KZ (I4) and 1HZ (I6) should be on that list. Most definitely!
I too am going with the 2.7L I4 in the Tacoma. If you kept the oil changed especially with a decent synthetic like Mobil-1 5W30 changed it every 6 months they where bullet proof! Would have been nice if they had more power. I would change my coolant every 2 years as well.
I've run the crap out of 3 of them and they never let me down.
Take care about the new formula of mobil1 5w30
Toyota calls for 0w20 oil only in that engine.
The Tacoma is quite heavy, it would perform much better in the older ones but you got one of the most reliable engine out there. Tbh, I found the Tacoma to have terrible throttle response and that was the biggest problem with them. Other than that, the car's power is quite adequate if you don't tow heavily.
I have two of them
Thanks for talking about the 1NZ-FE! Maybe you could do a similar video about best/worst Toyota transmissions! Keep up the good work.
My 2005 Scion xA has 292,000 miles and looks ( and drives !) as if it only has 20,000 miles. Never had a car with such mileage that acts "As new" as this one !!!!!
@@TheWilferch My 07 Yaris has 200k and I’ve still never seen a check engine light. Unfortunately, living in MN, rust will take it before it’s time. If I address it soon, it can be saved, but much longer it won’t be worth fixing. Hard to think of another car to replace this one when it’s time. I’d say another Yaris, or a 16’-18 Tacoma 2.7 4x4 Manual Trans.
Such a great engine. My 2004 scion xb has 156k miles, so easy to maintain and inexpensive.
@@copyninja2004 ...bought my Scion with 155,000 highway miles. Now , 10 years later, it has 292,000 and still going strong and still looks and drives "as new".
I second this. Having a great engine means nothing when the trans goes out, because it often times spells the end for the whole vehicle.
Just bought an 05 Highlander with 3MZFE. Timing belt and spark plugs, coils, and valve cover gaskets just replaced. Will run forever!!!! Love Toyota ❤️
Thank you for this excellent synopsis. Nicely done sir. My wife (from Wilmette) and I (former marine engineer) each have 2014 Avalon Hybrids. I am automatically tuned in to all you say because you make pragmatic sense, and you speak honestly with authority based on your hands-on experience. It doesn't get better than that. Again, thank you and I will continue to refer my friends to you. Happy New Year.
Former RC-350 owner who just upgraded to an RC-F. I was ecstatic to see the 2UR on your Hall of Fame list. I've only had the RC-F for a little over a week now, but I can't say enough good things about the engine. I'm excited to have this car for a long, long time.
Another honorable mention should be the 5mge/6mge. Have owned many 7mgtes. They do require a metal head gasket and ARP studs but can be pretty reliable. My old 7mgte setup swapped into a 85 Celicasupra made 441rwhp and did 11.4 @ 124mph with a 5 speed.
Here in Uganda we have a sister car to the IS 250. It is called the Toyota Mark X 250g. It runs on the 4gr Fse. Mechanics here will assure you that a mark x engine never ever dies. I think it really needs a place in the master pieces. P.s.i currently own a pre owned Mark x with 240,000km on the clock. Still starts up every morning and has never skipped a beat. Great engine.
nice to hear that, my car also have 4gr fse
Yes, the only issue is the direct injection. Carbon buildup, just needs a walnut blast every 2 years or so
We drive those in Siberia and Far East as well. There are so many models that have been manufactured for the Japanese and they are great. As for me, I used to drive lexus is250 2006 for 3 years in Siberia. The temperature varies from -40 C in January and +30 C in summertime. Mine was 310.000 km when I sold it. I've seen it on the market with 340,000 km later on. The new owner says it runs great. It burned like 300-400 ml of oil for 6-8k km. I used to push my gas pedal everyday without any doubts. Raised my max for 230 km hour on it according to speedometer. Amazing car.
My issue is they are underpowered
Really enjoyed this video and this channel! I switched to Toyota because of the Toyota 1.5l in a 2002 Echo. Just an amazing little engine. Currently I have two 2002 Camrys one a 2.4l and the other 3.0l 235K and 303K respectively, also have a 2003 Matrix 1.8l with 248K. Each Car makes me smile every time I drive it. I appreciate the emphasis on this channel about authentic Toyota parts, proper maintenance and a balance of what is right or wrong with Toyota products. Being a former Chrysler dealer mechanic (1983-1989) the switch wasn't hard. I'm now a truck driver (still tinkers/fixes cars) and I used to get calls from my wife that something was wrong with the car not anymore with Toyota :) I find myself constantly promoting this channel and well maintained Toyotas to people in my circle of influence.
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Thanks for the info on the 5S-FE rod caps. I didn't know that but I'll have that done when I replace the timing belt.
Great video! Love my LC500 with the 2UR. Glad to see it made the list! It’s my daily driver and the sound never gets old.
I wish I still had my ‘72 Corolla wagon with the 2TC. That car was bulletproof.
Have three 2GR-FEs (RAV4, Highlander, ES350) and love, love, love them! Smooth, powerful, reliable, with good mileage. Glad to have discovered your channel!
I’m surprised you didn’t mention the 2.7 liter four from the Tacoma. I’m not sure of the engine letters/numbers. I’ve heard they never break down. Btw, your channel has just become my favorite channel! Watching and listening to you while working on an engine is like watching Bob Ross paint. So calming and peaceful. I discovered your channel about two months ago when I bought a used 2021 Tacoma TRD Off Road with a manual transmission in beautiful Barcelona Red. I just love my truck! It only has 30k miles on it. I hope I can get to 300k! Thanks for all of your informative videos to help us all get to 300k! You are truly doing the Lord’s work by helping so many people out with car maintenance.
On March 22, 2023 he called the 2TR-FE engine, "Toyota's best engine ever made." We can be confident it was an oversight to omit it from the best list.
The 2trfe! Love mine
I have that same engine and properly maintained last for years 345,000 on my 4 cylinder Tacoma and still going. Truck has been maintained
Id say honorable mention to the little 4A-FE 1.6L that's in the little corollas. Still see them everywhere. And in my opinion YAMAHA essentially makes the best machines in the world. They had stuff figured out in the 70's that others didn't even know about yet.
I've seen the 4A-FE get used in so many countries with big praise it's ridiculous. Peru, Afghanistan, Phillipines, Indonesia, Nigeria, Congo, Europe, USA. Sure other engines are amazing as well, but the 4A-FE is amazing at a price point, it's just so damn pedestrian and still works well.
I bought new a 1981 Corolla SR5 with the 1.8 liter 3TC. Sold it at 200,000 miles. The engine had never been touched and it still ran great.
1ZZ-FE in my 2005 Vibe just hit 400,000 miles. 5,000 mile oil change intervals using Toyota filters and Valvoline 5W30 synthetic. Never uses more than 1/2 qt. Toyota must have made millions of these engines in all the Corolla variants. Just imagine the cumulative miles wordwide.
Wish I had the same story with my 2000 Corolla. Got it off a buddy of mine who got it off of an apartment complex that used it as a maintenance car. This ole turd has 170k miles and burns hellacious oil.
My mom had a 06 awd vibe back in the day,it was leaking oil and she didnt know.When the mech checked on it it had 0 oil left in it and it was still running lmao.
Same engine in my 2009 Vibe. I bought mine (1.8 liter) a little over 5 years ago, and it wasn't until I had already bought it that I learned of the 2.4 oil burning issues. I feel like I dodged a bullet. 140k and burns minimal oil, like a fraction of a quart every 5000 miles.
I put a timing set on a 2010 Vibe last winter. VVT sprocket was rattling, and the chain was banging around and took out a timing chain guide. That's my only experience with that engine.
1ZZFE is a great engine
surely the 4A-GE gets a mention had one for over 500,000 klms without a hitch sounded so cool
My buddy has an AW11 mr2 with the red top 4AGE with 335k miles on it. The only thing he's replaced are spark plugs and the timing belt.
Love my 4A-GE i might upgrade to the 20 valve but definitely dont want to switch to a different engine
yeah it's kinda dumb that there's no 4A engines in this list at all. they're literally one of the key reasons for toyota's "reliable" brand perception. I have had 2xAW11's, a KE70 and an ae82 all with some form of the 4AGE in them and they were all fantastic.
7afe similar just a later more reliable package.
Mine is 25 years old, 400,000kms+ . Never ever been pulled apart and doesn't leak oil. Still pulls like the day it was new. Nothing to go wrong. Still rev it to the red line. No misfire.
Excellent (as usual) video. I have 1 of the worst, 3vz-e. Still going down the road 34 years later, even though in a period of emotional turmoil (the big D) I neglected oil changes for 6 years and 60k miles. Underpowered and not very good gas economy, but I consider myself lucky to have no car payment all these years.
Can verify the 3MZ-FE. Our 2004 Sienna has 205,000 miles. Nobody believes me when I tell them this engine burns no oil. Zero! About to replace timing belt and water pump/tensioners etc. Fresh synthetic and good filter every 5,000 miles and it just keeps going.
He left out a number of goodies: 1) The 1975-1980 20R had all the 600,000+ mile goodness of the 22RE without the timing chain and head gasket durability issues. 2) The 2TZFE Previa Van 4 cylinder - so tough that it could haul around that heavy rear wheel drive Van for 600,000+ miles without problems. 3) The 2TR-FE 4 cylinder used all over the world in Tacomas, Hilux's and Vans and known to run 1,000,000 miles. 4) Multiple Corolla engines dating back to the mid-1970's: 2TC, 3TC, 3AC, 4ALC, 4AFE, 7AFE. All 600,000+ milers.
Yes, the 4AFE, 7AFE and 4AGE should be included, plus the 20R and 3TC, 2TC
The bottom end of the Toyota 22R series of engines were and still are legendary! As long as there was no sudge oil in the crankcase, you were golden!
Ha! Shout-out to the supercharged previa!
Rubbish. None do over 600,000 they're scrapped long before then.
I came here to say the 3rz/2tr deserve a mention. They're very dependable with very basic maintenance.
As an owner of an 07 IS250 6MT with 122k miles, my experience has been very well. Change your every 5k miles and itll never burn a drop between oil changes. I also installed an oil catch can to delay the carbon buildup of the intake valves and its been well for 3 years since ive installed it. As a DIY person I dont mind the 4GR setbacks but if I suggest a car to anybody else, I would absolutely agree with AMD and recommend a 2GR-FE just to save the headache of carbon buildup. Happy New Years AMD and the crew over there! Wish you all the best and many years of excellent work and information.
I owned a 200k miles manual 07 250 for a year, it never had any issue. I was aware of that carbon build-up before I bought it. But I only planned to own it for one year so that was not an issue for me. The only complaint I had was the lack of power. But for an Uber car, it got the job done and I sold it for what I paid. So no bad experience there.
I’ve seen 250s with over 300k and plenty well over 200k, aside from the carbon buildup they’re very solid. If you can find a shop that does walnut blasting you can have the carbon removed for not too much money.
Here in europe we never have problems with 3gr-fse/4gr-fse
Yeah the only issue it has is the carbon buildup, other than that it is literally a downsized 2gr and as reliable, you just need to do a carbon treatment with seafoam every couple of months or just walnut blast the valves every 2 years or so. Super reliable engine mine is at 450k km
I have a 2015 tundra.
With the 5.7
Bought the truck new
And I'm currently sitting at 362000 miles on it.
With 0 issues the only thing I had replaced so far on it is the starter. Besides regular maintenance.
Things such as spark plugs.
Oil changes fluid changes in the diffs.
I got 2015 5.7 in the sequoia.
Replaced fuel pump
Serpatine belt @ 101k
Hopefully that’s all I encounter for another 100k
Bought my first toyota ever. As an engineer and hobbiest of restoring cars like corvettes, I am impressed so far. I picked up a used RX330 with 140K miles that has been pretty well taken care of. Your commentary is spot on. The only thing that I can say is that it seems slightly over complicated with multiple levels of "stuff" on top of the engine. Otherwise, one of the smoothest running engines I have ever experienced.
Owner of a 1NZ-FE 2006 Toyota Yaris. Amazing motor. Just asks for oil changes on time and Works Smooth. Love this Car. I have it in Honduras. Central America. Awesome car....
I have it in a corolla. Best engine ever
I got 490K miles out of mine, engine still ran, Yaris did not. Take care of that car, it's awesome.
Great reference for buying an used Toyota/Lexus. Thank you so much, MD!
I owned a 1978 Celica with the 20-R&T-50 trans. for 21 years. 265k mi., never broke down, valves never out of adjustment, original carb. I did all my own easy tune-ups, oil changes, clutches, etc. It still went 105 mph the day I sold it. I vote 20-R best engine.
My 2GR-FE in a 2010 RAV isn’t showing any signs of leakage at 185k. Still powerful and smooth. I’m going to an oil analysis at the next oil change to see how it’s wearing.
this engine is bulletproof if you use synthetic oil and change the oil every 5K miles.
I think the engine he left off the list must be the 2.7 4 cylinder from the Tacoma. I kept waiting for him to mention it but he never did.
The 2.7 L motor in the truck is the so called best because it is a lazy dog. Hardly gets up a hill. You can keep it
@@stevenweiss2148but it will keep climbing that hill, over and over and over
Agreed. Not a powerful, but hey, it’s a 4 cyl. Very reliable and super easy to work on. Love all the room in the engine bay. Cast iron block, old school engine. I was thinking he would mention it too
I have a 2021 Tacoma SX 4wd with the 4cyl 2.7L. I hope it will last for many years.
@@mrfenderguy1some poeple like to get on the highway quickly and safely. Without it taking an enternity to reach highway spee your one of those dkheads that want to do 30mph getting on the highway dragging a fking anchor because of your beloved 30 year old rusted out tacoma just wont die once and for all. with a 4 cylinder that weighs as much as a crown victorias curb weight. Causing the poeple behind to have to risk their life trying to get around you safely
The 2GR-FE (2010-2016) belongs on the best engines list. Hands down. We’ve owned two Siennas (‘08 & ‘16) and a Highlander (and still currently own) with the 2GR-FE engine and it is a fabulous motor. Tons of power, good economy considering the size of vehicle they’re putting in and just smooth running. Change oil every 5-6,000 miles and these will go 300k miles without breaking a sweat. Love the 2GR-FE. It belongs on the Best engines list.
My 2007 sienna has 400,000 miles on same motor and trans. I keep the oil changed and it’s never had any major issues. Replaced front wheel bearings and new alternator recently and it’s a daily driver.
What's this engine you're talking about?
The 3.5 V6?
That version is good, but the 2gr in the 3rd gen Tacoma has been proven to have many issues
@@DV-ol7vt with the 3.5 V6 or the 2.7 4cyl?
@@accobra4272 the 3.5 v6
I totally thought you had forgotten about the 3SGTE and the 2ZZ until you dropped them into legendary status at the end! They are/were such incredible fun in the Celica's I've owned over the years. Performed great on track days, and they are super reliable too.
The one left out ... 1MZ-FE. Used in the 2000 RX300. Mine has 383K miles 🙂 No leaks
This one was mentioned at 15:15 in the video under the "Engines on the Down Trend. Sludge is discussed and maintenance its key. I also have one of these and during a Valve Cover Gasket replacement I requested the PCV valve be replaced. Technician said it was a good thing because I have the beginning of sludge build up. I have owned the car since new and change the oil every 5000 miles. Hope this helps.
The mz family, 1mz 2mz and 3mz are all essentially the same engine, differing only in their strokes (1mz vs 2mz) and bores (1mz vs 3mz). The use pretty much exactly the same parts- although Toyota likes to camouflage this fact by changing the part numbers. This is a page from chevy's book. So it is surprising that the 3mz is rated so highly and the 1mz is not.
Watch your channel all the time! I’m not proud of what I’m going to tell you next but here goes.
I purchased a 2006 Highlander, that was in and accident and rebuilt with 5000 miles. I have it, to this day, and runs like a top.
We did regular maintenance UNTIL we moved to Tennessee.
I have not changed the oil since the move… 5 years ago. I use it every day and still runs like a champ. Today, I’m having the oil changed.
Have a great day. Keep up the great content!
I'm so glad you covered the 1NZ-FE engine and to say your a fan of it! I have one in my 160k mile 2012 Yaris. It just runs like a top. I did a valve cover gaskets and underneath looked brand new. Doesn't burn a drop of oil. (5k oil changes with Pennzoil Platinum and OEM oil filter, trans and coolant per your recommendations). I have not had any problems other than ones I make for myself. I broke an oil control valve tightening up a belt.
The only maintenance item I have not done is check valve clearance. It's lost a little of its MPG's and a little power. Not sure if that is worth doing. I want to hit at least 300k on this engine and would be curious if this would be worth it. The value of this car being dead nuts reliable is beyond what the car is worth.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! I'm thankful for you and your channel. You've answered countless questions of mine.
I have a 2008 Toyota Yaris, 246,000 miles and it drives exactly like how I bought it 12 years ago. two weeks ago purchased a 2023 Tacoma Trd off-road, and the car was so good I couldn’t bring myself to sell it so I gave it to my mom because her pile of crap civic keeps nickeling and diming her.
I have a 2014 5 speed and I beat on it alot doing autox and the odd track day. Still keeps going and going. Its also my daily driver.
I can confirm 100% about how incredibly quiet, smooth, & reliable the 1uzfe engine is, own & daily drive a 98' lexus gs400 with 4.0v8 for last 10 years, has only 234k miles, still feels & drives amazing.
Hi my friend, I like the way you talk about Toyota engines. You know your stuff. You've done engines in your own shop I guess for a long time. I have a 2003 Toyota echo. It's got almost 245,000 mi on it. I've been driving it for 21 years. Is come in June. There were two models made of this car. I got the Japanese version which was a better version than the American. I just consume a little bit of oil but I keep a record when I have to add the oil. I write the mileage down and everything. It's been very good on gas and everything. Thank you for having a channel like this and telling people about information on Toyota engines. Thank you.
Had 6 Toyotas in my garage and driveway, now down to 4 - 2008 Camry XLE V6, 2017 RAV4 LE, 2023 Venza Limited & 2023 RAV4 XLE Premium. I missed the older 2 - 2002 Sienna LE & 2003 Solara- but had to keep my fleet to 4 due to space limitations. I came from a family of Toyota owners. Happy New Year AMD and to everyone!!
You forgot to mention the venerable 4A-GE/GZE. Also had the head developed by Yamaha. Revved to 7500 happily & eagerly. And super reliable. My 1st car was a 87 Corilla FX-16 GT-S. A great lil car. Super fun. Never any major issues. I was young & abused it. It always kept on churning. Even when the timing belt broke doing 120mph lol. Just changed the belts, oil & filters. Went past 250k miles.That was the little engine that could.
Man your lucky
4A-G(Z)E is absolutely a hall of famer engine.
My dear thank you
I have 2005 lotus elise
I thought you forgot about the 2zz
Had to wait till the end of your beautiful vedio
Thank you
You bring in lot of knowledge
Can i ask you
Were is your shop
Great video! Maybe do a part two with transmissions?
Excellent suggestion!
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I’ve had three experiences with the 1.8 l 2ZR-FE engines and I have to agree they are amazing engines, I had a 2009,2016 & most recent 2017 Corolla and have never had any issues. I changed my oil every 5k miles and no oil burning or VVT noise. It gets amazing gas mileage and always starts perfect! Love these little motors!
I have a 2ZR in my 2014 corolla. She has 130k miles and the last 36k i put on myself. I'm obsessed with maintaining that car because i am going to be her last owner and hope to get at least 200k
I'm glad you are happy with it. I just bought a 2009 corolla with the same engine and was really worried about it burning oil. Which seems to be the problem for the 2az-fe thinking that is what it had. So glad I was wrong. A little more at ease now after it made the honorable mention list. I had a Honda fit before and wished I had bought another one. My last one, went for 5 years without one problem, not even a check engine light. Sadly, it got totalled in an accident
I've been looking to replace my 2002 Yukon XL with a newer vehicle. I've looked at EVERYTHING and I always come back to a 2016-2018 Lexus ES350. I saw your video about the oil leak and how to fix it. So, at first that kind of discouraged me since I don't really have anyone where I live that I'd trust to open the engine. Then I looked at where your shop is located. You're only three hours away from me! I will most definitely be getting a Lexus ES350 as my next vehicle! Thanks for the engine rundown.
Did you forget these two engines ? The Tacoma 3RZFE and the newer version of this engine the 2TRFE. I have owned both of these engines and although they are a little underpowered for towing they will last a very long time. I finally sold my 1998 Tacoma pre runner that had the 3RZFE to a friend that needed a reliable means of transportation. I sold it to him when it had 180,000 miles. All that I did was change the oil every 5,000 miles. I always used synthetic oil and a Toyota oil filter or a purolator boss oil filter. Today that 3RZFE is still running with 400,000 thousand miles on it. The only thing the engine has had is a water pump besides regular maintenance. The 3RZFE is a strong engine in my book. I have also owned the brother to the 3RZFE the 2TRFE. I have a newer one with lower miles but I have seen from fleets that bought Tacomas with the 2TRFE with all of them with over 200,000 miles and three with 370,000 miles on the clock. The 2TRFE does have the plastic valve cover and intake but only a had full out of the fleet had to have new gaskets on either the valve cover or intake gasket. Only two had to have both replaced. After replacing the gaskets all the trucks continue to keep on going. I agree with every other engine that was mentioned because I have also owned the 2AZFE engine that was talked about. Yes, it is a good engine and it will last if you keep oil in it. It will always start to use oil at some point. It depends on how fast the oil rings get clogged some start at 50,000 miles other are not that bad until they reach 100,000 miles. I still own a 2AZFE it now has 180,000 miles. It runs like new, but you must keep a close eye on the oil. Sometimes it will use a half quart in 5,000 miles. Other times it will use a half quart in 2,000 miles. The engine doesn’t hold much oil only 4.3 quarts so running it low is going to hurt your engine. So, a good engine yes but you must check the oil on a regular basis. I thank you for giving a run down on the best and worst Toyota engines. Happy New Year and best wishes !
My guess of the engine he didn't mention would be the 2TR-FE. Looking forward to the next video!
My guess on the 2tr is its not refined at all I love mine probably will last a million miles
Love my 2trfe!!!
Love my 3RZ t100 2wd ❤
Just bought a low mileage 2021 Lexus RX 350 with the 2GR-FKS. I wonder where that ranks 🤔
Not enough time has passed for the 2GR-FKS to prove itself
@@sonofliberty92 My 2017 Highlander has that engine; it's been good so far.
I use to have a 06 Tundra and LOVED it, I put it through some work and it never gave me a issue. sadly I lost it in a hydroplaning accident and miss it every day
Love my '14 Camry 2.5 4 cylinder (2AR FE), currently has 408,578 MILES. I use it for my rideshare gig. Bulletproof with adequate power to get the job done.
What’s your oil change interval? Also have you done a transmission fluid change? Thanks.
Also interested
@@Fortheloveofjdmi have a similar experience as irvin. Change my oil every 5k with toyota recommended 0-20 and changed the trans fluid about 3 times the life of the car.
What year?
@@madebydade305ifyit says in the description 14
Thanks to Scotty Kilmer, I bought a '15 RAV4: 2AR-FE and have been changing the oil religiously, every 3,000 miles or sooner. Keeping my fingers crossed!
Excellent video for anyone looking to buy a used Toyota.
You're providing a valuable service to us shadetree mechanics out here! Thanks.
Thousands of mechanics in the trade say Scotty’s advice is awful. I’d tread lightly on anything he says. I’ve been playing around with cars for about 10 years now just as a hobby and have found his advice is horribly misguided and wrong.
Listen to AMD he knows Toyotas. We have a 2ar as well. I change ours about 4500 miles no issues at 89550 miles currently. Also watch his video about changing your trans fluid I’ve done it 3 times and will again at 100,00 miles with a new pan gasket and filter/strainer. Note be careful with that 6mm hex on the trans drain pan.
@@Redsfanatic32 they might be jealous. People often get jealous of successful viral people & say a bunch of fake bad things. I’ve watched his videos religiously for nearly 4 years now, and I’ve never found anything really wrong. I like how he wraps humour and advice into a good package, lots of people have no rizz or humour but he has it all which is great. He’s been a professional mechanic for 56 years, with thousands of happy customers, and boatloads of subscribers, so I don’t see how there’s anything wrong. A dozen haters or so doesn’t change anything about somebody. He’s a notorious legend in the automotive community, as noted by the amount of subscribers he has. I’m not switching anybody’s beliefs here, but he’s given advice that has saved me thousands over the years, and my cars are running the best they ever have.
@@Blakecryderman7244 yeah nobody’s jealous of Scotty. He’s been blatantly wrong on a TON of subjects. Like I said, even my personal experience working on vehicles have shown me the “advice” he gives is frequently incorrect.
@@Blakecryderman7244 you have what’s known as confirmation bias. You obviously are a fan of his and take his words to heart. So, even if given evidence that he’s not that smart on modern vehicles, you don’t acknowledge that evidence.
I own a Toyota Mini truck 1986, the 22R, 4 piston, 2.4 L Engine is still going strong after 255K miles. Best vehicle ever. .
I have a 2012 Yaris (I got it brand new with like 25 miles)with 225k and zero issues as it relates to the engine. I been doing 10k full synthetic oil change as recommended by a Toyota dealer service parts after about the 100k mark. I drove it a lot every day about 84 miles each day. The engine sounds just the same as the first day. The rest of the car is different story but overall no issues. I consider I have abused this engine doing the 10k oil changes and I also just replaced the spark plugs 😂. The old spark plugs looked pretty decent. I have neglected the transmission and I am predicting the transmission is going to go out first.
The 1MZFE in my 99 sienna is still going strong at 300,000 miles. I changed the valve cover gaskets last year and it was spotless. It also survived a broken timing belt, which can't be said about many other overhead cam engines.
They are great engine, its a little sad to see it in his list of not so good motors but unfortunately the truth is most Toyota owners neglect their cars and this engine is not for them. It does require more attention and maintenance than most. I just did my valve cover gaskets a few days ago, did you have fun with the rear mount bolt?! 😫 Also you can update the rear valve cover with a 3.3 one that helps with oil consumption
I still have my 99 Camry V6 1mz-fe with 323,000 miles. It's a very good engine. Change oil every 5-7.5 k miles with full synthetic.
Yes indeedy. My 2002 1MZ-FE RX300 with 200K still runs like new. Never a problem.
Interference or non interference engine
depends on which car you buy with the 1mz fe@bgood213
My first car was a ‘90 4Runner with the 3VZ-E. I bought it with 143k on it and drove it 9 years. Previous owner replaced the head gaskets. I didn’t have too many issues, except I went through a couple radiators and had to replace an injector and fuel line. Two timing belts as well. It was super underpowered and a pain to work on. There’s a million vacuum hoses. I replaced it with a 2000 4Runner with the 5VZ-FE and a 5spd manual. I still drive this vehicle. 231k and still going strong. The 5VZ-FE is so much better in every conceivable way. I have done very little work to it. It’s fantastic. My next vehicle will probably be a 4Runner with the newer 4.0, or maybe a Tundra with the 5.7.
Interesting how you mentioned the 10,000 mile interval on the 2AR-FE. I just bought a 2016 Camry with that engine. I remember hearing the dealer tell me it only needed an oil change every 10k, and was horrified. I’ve put 10k on it so far and I’ve had the oil done twice 👍
Great point - I nearly had to wrestle with my dealership to have them change my oil at 7,000kms (yes, Canadian...I know - boo, hiss!). The service advisor told me no fewer than 6 times that the service interval is printed in the owners manual, and is not called for until 16,000 kms. I told him that I wasn't interested in an engine tear-down outside of warranty period...change the oil. If all goes well, I plan to roll 400,000 kms with this engine (250,000 miles).
@@tekn1x thanks for the comment i have 2022 Camry xse and i change the oil every thousand miles at the dealership and the dealership has no problem with me doing that currently 3 Toyota 2000 Tacoma sr5 and believe it or not I have a 1986 Celica gts yes and three vehicle get an oil change at 1000 thousand miles basically once a month but any thanks for the comment
Ahmed, Happy New Year to you and Mrs. CCN. It's reassuring to know that both of my Toyotas made the best engine list. My 2004 Tundra is the last of the V-6 (5VZ-FE) engine and manual transmission. I will never sell my truck, it is bulletproof.
Bring back the manual Tundra!!
Thankfully with Toyota, as long as the engine is not on the worst list, you likely will be great with what you have. Thanks as always for your videos and I too look forward to 2024 and beyond!
I own a series 3 Lotus Elise R with the 2ZZ-GE engine. Incredibly happy that it's in the Hall Of Fame. 👍
That is the God's truth!
I love Toyota V8 engines... I have two 2002 Tundra trucks with the awesome 2UZ-FE, both are nearing 200,000 miles. I also have the even more awesome 3UR-FE in a 2007 Tundra that has accumulated a little over 315,000 miles. Oil and filter changes every 5k or sooner and staying with the factory maintenance schedule using OEM parts is the key to my success... the occasional Italian tune-up only helps keep these engine performing so well..
Have you had any problems with oil leaks?
have over 400k miles on 4.7 tundra 2uz-FE no problems with this engine. only wish the frame was more rust resistant.
Where do the 2GR-FKS go regarding these categories?
Cars that use this engines are:
Toyota: Tacoma, Highlander, Sienna, Camry, Alphard, Avalon. Lexus: RX 350, GX 350, LS 350, IS 350, ES 350, RC 350, LM 350.
What's this engine?
3.5 V6?
I probably have to agree with you on the 1ZZ-FE engine. I have a 2004 Corolla, been on top of my oil changes since day one. Bought new, first oil change done early, engine break-in, use the best Amsoil, have right at 180k on the clock now, needs the VVTi oil jet cleaned or replaced along with the VVT-i sprocket. I have the dreadful cold start rattle. Running a Zmax additive for upcoming oil change. Friend convinced me to extend my oil changes some time ago, but back to 5k changes. This upcoming change will happen at 4k. My oil consumption as of my 150k service, was so small I could not measure it. Most reliable car I have ever owned.
The 2AR-FE in my 2013 Camry has been very solid. Owned it since 109k, it’s currently at 163k. Previous owner took decent care of it, I’ve been extremely meticulous with it since I’ve owned it. Oil changes every 5k miles, doesn’t burn a drop of oil between changes.
My wife’s Car is a 2013 RAV4. It has the 2AR-FE. Same thing it has 147,000 miles on it. I have never had to put a drop of oil in it between oil changes.
Have you changed transmission fluid ?
Have you changed transmission fluid ?
2AR-FE is also used in 2007-2012 AH20 Alphard/Vellfire, a luxury MPV, you should google it. I own the 2012 Alphard one here in Indonesia and 2AR-FE in it is exceptionally reliable.
@@elizabethfews1088 I had my torque converter replaced for free shortly after getting it at 110k miles (months before the TSB expired 🙏) so it had fluid replaced then. I had a drain and fill done at a repair shop i like at around 140k miles. I'm getting close to needing one again, probably get it done at 170k. Toyota WS atf only
I may not be happy that my wife's 1ZZ-FE did not make the cut, but I do want to thank you for sharing your knowledge/opinion with the world. glad to see that the engine in the EVORA was spoken to, in a positive way :)
Remember, what he saying is true , however anecdotal. All Toyotas have the highest quality worldwide
*_I always love your videos because I know I am getting unbiased information from someone I can trust. Keep up the great work, sir! Thanks very much... & I sincerely hope you & your family have an awesome (& healthy) 2024! 👍🎉🌟_*
The first Gen 1GR-FE single vvti with gasket issues were pre 2006, the 2007-2009 were fixed from factory by Toyota.
Yup, surprised he didn't mention this. 2009+ 1grfe are great and if you have the 2009-2010 you don't have to deal with the smog pump.
Got a 2007 FJ, 257k on the 1GR-FE... great vehicle! Change oil every 3k, i know, i know...but its my dollars, but it is kicking!
My 2zzge (02 GTS 6spd manual) now has 405k miles and truly belongs to the hall of fame.💪💪💪
405k miles without repairs? unopened engine? This is crazy impressive for 8.000++ rpm engine mate! I know many 2zzge with over 300k but...400k+ is really crazy, you use the "liftzone" after 6.000 rpm? maybe the maintenance you did was perfect, as was the use of the car.👌