Toyota 2UZ-FE: Everything You Need to Know

Overall the 2UZ is actually a lot like the 1UZFE. They are designed for different applications, but their parts are mostly interchangeable. The 2UZ is a super torquey, and super strong engine. It's relatively small compared to its competitor's engines, but it makes as much torque, or more, at a lower RPM than many other comparable truck engines of the time.

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[max]

Totally disagree with it being the least loved. It’s by far one of the best proven engines Toyota has ever made.

[garyeasson]

I've got a 2uzfe in my 03 cruiser and have done many aussie outback trips, last one was 10, 000 km and went like a dream, we did that in 6 weeks .it's done 325, 000 kms and still a very healthy engine. Can't fault the engine.

[ryanteter]

325k on our 2001. Smooth, quiet, strong, doesn’t leak, doesn’t smoke, doesn’t use oil. Compression is still well within spec. It is truly a work of art that I predict will go another 325k miles.

[NorthernEXpeditions]

Very nice, 2uz blocks are really a work of art, Toyota didn't mess around with the introduction of their first truck v8

[ryanmartinage]

I went out of my way to buy a 2006 Tundra 4x4. When it cranks up, that engine is just like a sewing machine. Quiet, low revving, torquey v8 that is smooooth. She drinks the fuel like no ones business but I cant help but love driving it every chance I get.

[rguil]

360, 000 miles on my 2UZ so far. At 500k, I'll consider my options but I have no doubt the engine will still be running perfectly.

[jasonrobbind]

390k on mine and it's towed my 23ft camper half its life in the North West. Still runs like new

[tfield]

At any point did he mention the 2UZ is a cast-iron engine block while the other two UZ engines are aluminum? This engine is a beast and damn near indestructible. Best V8 ever made in my opinion.

[Taylorhpatrick]

I've seen a lot of these engines over 300k. Usually they go down hill after that because people get scared of the mileage and sell them to someone who neglects them, but they still hold up pretty good with neglect.

[ujmrider]

My Sequoia with 2UZ-FE still runs like brand new at 185, 525 miles. Smooth power, no leaks, no oil consumption, no weird noises. I bought one due to stellar reputation.

[jaacksun]

My first vehicle was an 05 Sequoia with 265k on it before it got totaled. Now I have a 03 v8 4Runner with 340k still going strong. Best engine ever made!

[blindlemonjello]

Most helpful video I've seen covering this topic as an owner operator of a 2005 4.7. Great work, stay with it.

[oWLFPCKo]

Best engine ever. Million mile block ez with general maintenance. It will long outlast the frame unless you replace the frame as well. Super reliable, perz like a kitty, efficient and simple.

[Operator-fqfn]

The 2uz is everyone's favorite and one of the most popular

[ZacCostilla]

I have 332, 000 miles on my ‘04 LX470 (100 series ‘Cruiser) and still running strong!

[blindlemonjello]

The starter makes for a fun time followed by the quiet roar when it starts. So much power, can't imagine putting a supercharger on it. But it makes sense with the cast iron block.

[brkbtjunkie]

LX owner here with 243k on the odo. Amazing engine. Sounds great too when that vtec kicks in yo

[dawnpoint]

Ours died at 230k. Because the shop screwed up the oil filter installation. It was running absolute perfect before that. These engines don’t die if taken care of.

[cabbagekitten]

Throttle response of this engine is like driving an electric car

[screweduptx]

I love this engine. I have an 02 Supercharged Toyota Tundra V8 4.7 indestructible vehicle. This thing is a tank.