The 2.7-liter Toyota 2TR-FE engine has been assembled since 2004 at factories in Japan and Indonesia for large pickups and SUVs. This motor was originally equipped with a phase regulator of the VVT-i type at the inlet, and in 2015 a newer Dual VVT-i system appeared on two shafts.
The 2TR-FE is Toyota’s largest four-cylinder engine. The exact volume is 2693 cubes, but row four is designated 2.7. Unlike the 3RZ-FE engine of the same volume, the engine is equipped with a Toyota variable valve timing system, which, in the case of the Land Cruiser Prado 120 and Prado 150, allows you to get 163 hp at the output. at 5200 rpm of the crankshaft.
The Toyota 2TR-FE engine is equipped with four valves per cylinder, which improves the combustion chamber’s purging and increases power because the airflow constantly moves in one direction – from the intake valves to the exhaust valves. The legendary Toyota reliability is also facilitated by the chain drive of the gas distribution mechanism. The 2TR-FE VVT-i is equipped with a multi-point injection system.
2TR-FE Specs
| Manufacturer | Kamigo Plant – Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indonesia (Toyota Motor Corporation) |
| Production years | 2004-present day |
| Engine code | 2TR-FE |
| Layout | Four-stroke, Inline-4 (Straight-4) |
| Fuel type | Gasoline (petrol) |
| Bore, mm | 95.0 mm (3.74 in) |
| Stroke, mm | 95.0 mm (3.74 in) |
| Displacement, cc | 2,693 cc (164.3 cu in) |
| Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 10.2:1 – 2015+ with Dual VVT-i |
| Power, hp | 160-164 hp (120-122 kW)/5,200 |
| Torque, lb-ft | 178-181 lb-ft (241-246 Nm)/3,800 |
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Engine oil | 0W-20 (5W-20) |
| Engine Oil Capacity, liter | 5.8 (6.1 qt) |
| Oil change interval, mile | 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or 12 month |
| Weight | – |
| Redline | 5500 |
| Oil consumption, L/1000 km (qt. per mile) | up to 0.5 (1 qt. per 1200 miles) |
Toyota 2TR-FE Engine Problems And Reliability
Like its predecessor, this is an extremely reliable motor, despite some design complications. The weak point of 2TR and its illness (until 2008) is a problem with a leak in the front crankshaft oil seal, which is solved by replacing it with a new revision. Also, these motors are distinguished by vibration at idle in frost due to automatic transmission. Change the oil in the box, and the problem should go away.
It is advisable to pour engine oil into 2TR-FE, which is recommended by the manufacturer. Regular maintenance and good gasoline will increase its resource to the maximum.
The major concern is that the engine does not match its purpose. It’s too mild for heavy SUVs and pickup trucks and regularly overloaded, resulting in significant fuel consumption and noisy operation. On the other hand, the engine’s dependability is a strong point. The 2TR-FE engine has an average lifespan of 250,000 miles (400,000 km).
Toyota 2TR-FE Engine Oil Capacity
The Toyota 2TR-FE engine requires 6.2 quarts of 0W-20 oil with a filter replacement.
What Cars Have A Toyota 2TR-FE?
- Toyota Hilux Surf
- Toyota Land Cruiser Prado (updated with Dual VVT-i)
- Toyota Fortuner (updated with Dual VVT-i)
- Toyota Tacoma (updated with Dual VVT-i)
- Toyota HiAce
- Toyota Coaster (Bolivia, Hong Kong, Australia)
- Toyota Innova (in some countries and updated with Dual VVT-i)
- Toyota Hilux (in some countries and updated with Dual VVT-i)
- Toyota 4Runner (2010 MY)
