V8 Swapped Toyota Corolla

Swap A V8 Into Your Toyota Corolla! Build a Super Car!👈

The Toyota Celica GT8 represents an ambitious and unconventional engineering project in which a 6th generation front-wheel-drive Toyota Celica was transformed into a rear-wheel-drive powerhouse. Central to this transformation was the swap of the factory engine for a robust 1UZ-FE V8, a high-revving and reliable powerplant sourced from luxury Lexus models like the LS400. Beyond the drivetrain conversion, the Celica also underwent extensive performance enhancements, including either a supercharged or twin-turbocharged forced induction setup. These modifications elevated the Celica GT8 into a unique blend of JDM styling and muscle car aggression, making it a standout in any enthusiast circle.

Given the modularity and compactness of the 1UZ-FE, this powertrain setup presents intriguing possibilities for other compact platforms, such as the Toyota Corolla or its mechanical twin, the Chevy Prizm. While such swaps are mechanically complex and demand custom fabrication—especially for rear-wheel-drive conversions—they showcase the potential for sleeper builds that defy expectations. Installing a V8 in a compact, economy-based platform turns an otherwise modest car into a high-performance machine, much like the Celica GT8 achieved through its dramatic transformation.

1UZFE 

#1UZFE 

A 1UZ-FE 

The perfect engine swap for any fitted Corolla would be a 1UZ-FE. This motor can be found in the Lexus 1991-2000 SC400. The 1UZ-FE was a 4.0(3,969cc) all-alloy piston motor from Toyota’s UZ power train. The engine was a v8 with an oversquare by design and was a DOHC motor. The bore of the motor was 87.5 mm and had a stroke of 82.5 mm. The 1UZ-FE output was between 290-300hp, with up to 310 ft•lb of torque at a given rpm. The 1UZ-FE had a compassion ratio of 10.5:1. Later versions of the motor featured newer updates including vvti. The 1UZ-FE was designed to improve performance and fuel efficiency. The UZ Series were a series of v8 motors with many having racing roots. Many versions of the 1UZ-FE motor came with different appearances including JDM versions. Later versions had vvti with mpg ratings similar to a 2GR-FE V6.

One of the many pros about this motor is the weight. For such a large motor, the 1UZ-FE is only 20kgs heavier than the average 4A-GE. 

LS4

#LS4

An LS4 Motor

Drop in a LS4 into your fitted Toyota Corolla. The LS4 can be found in the 2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS, 2005-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP, and 2008 Buick LaCrosse Super. The LS4 was an OHV oversquared 5.3(5,328) all-aluminum block piston motor. The motor came from General Motor's very own Generation IV v8 power train. The bore of this engine was 96mm with a stroke of 92mm. The LS4 had an output of 300-303hp with torque up to 323ft•lbs at a given rpm. The motor had a compassion ratio of 10.0:1. The LS4 featured a FWD format and was designed to improve fuel efficiency/preformance. The engine was produced from 2005-2009. The LS4 received many updates as it came with several fitted designs. 

A v8 swap is a sick mod to do to your car. A 1UZ-FE or LS4 will not directly drop in. Everything is different and the swap is a major project. All the proper equipment from the donated car including a suitable or modified transmission is needed for a successful swap. These swaps requires a lot of customization including customed motor mounts, suspension, custumed high proformance axles, shifter, electronics/ECU, fuel system, cooling system, A/C/power steering, intake/exhaust, suspension/brakes, and tires. The 1UZ-FE may include a chassis conversion. An LS4 swaped was done to a Gen 2/3 MR2. 

A 1UZ-FE With Transmission

There are plenty of aftermarket parts for these motors.  Parts can be rebuilt or customed to produce more power overstock. Accessible needed parts for NA builds or force induction can be found. Tuned motors are good for 380PS overstock. Modified forged versions of these motors are known to make monstrous power. Every motor and transmission has a weakness. It is very important to address your motor and transmission for weaknesses before modifying them. 

There are customed fitted or blot parts for these motors at turbokits, driveshaftshop, gatorracingaxles, ptuning, importperformanceparts, ls4store, car-part, turbokits, or maxpeedrods. Rotrex and Eaton has a series of superchargers that will work on those motors. Customization is needed for fitment.

Check with your local laws and regulations before modifying, swiping motors, and transmission..👈

V6 Swapped Toyota Corolla

Go V6 In Your Toyota Corolla! Go Luxury!👈

#3VZFE #3VZFTE #3VZFZE

A 3VZ-FE Engine

Shoot down with a 3VZ-FE swap. The 3VZ-FE was a 3.0(2,958) aluminum/cast iron oversquared DOHC motor. The engine came from the VZ Series of Toyota' s motors and was produced from 1992-1997. The bore of this engine was 87.5 mm and the stroke was 82 mm. Power ratings for the 3VZ-FE was rated at 185-188hp at a given rpm with up to 189 ft•lb of torque. The 3VZ-FE had a compassion ratio of 9.6:1. Later versions had minor updates. The 3VZ-FE was designed to improve performance and fuel efficiency. There were JDM versions of this motor.

The 3VZ-FE is very popular among MR2 car enthusiasts. The motor can be modified for force induction or for customed NA builds.

#5VZ-FE #5VZ-FZE

A 5VZ-FE Engine

Go with the 3rd gen 4Runner 5VZ-FE. The 5VZ-FE was a 3.4(3,378) aluminum/cast iron oversquared DOHC motor. The engine came from the VZ Series of Toyota' s motors and was produced from 1995-2004. The bore of this engine was 93.5 mm and the stroke was 82 mm. Power ratings for the 5VZ-FE was rated at 183-190hp at a given rpm with up to 220 ft•lb of torque. The 5VZ-FE had a compassion ratio of 9.6:1. Many versions featured minor updates. The 5VZ-FE was built for reliability and was designed for performance/fuel efficiency. There were JDM versions of this motor.

A 5VZ-FE Root Supercharger 

The 5VZ-FE is very popular among MR2, Tacoma, Tundra, Helix, and 4runner car enthusiasts. The motor can be modified for force induction. There are many rooted supercharger kits, including TRD out available for this motor. Power can be made as much as 240PS. Other mods can be seen up to 300PS. 

#1MZFE #1MZFTE #1MZFZE

A 1MZ-FE 

The perfect engine swap for any fitted Toyota Corolla would be a 1MZ-FE from a Toyota Camry. The 1MZ-FE was a 3.0(2994cc) v6; all-aluminum, piston motor, from Toyota’s MZ power train. Surprisingly, there were 3 updated versions of the v6. The bores of the engine was 87.5 mm and the stroke was 83 mm. The 1MZ-FE output were between 168-210hp,with up to 220ft•lbs of torque at a given rpm. More power depended on the engine itself. All versions had a compassion ratios of 10.5:1. The 1MZ-FE was designed to improve high performance and fuel efficiency. The updated versions had minor updates including vvti. The 1MZ-FE was a DOHC oversquared motor, with many having different appearances. 2MZ-FE/3MZ-FE parts can be exchangeable with the 1MZ-FE.

#3MZFE #3MZFTE #3MZFZE

A 3MZ-FE 

Another perfect engine swap for any fitted Corolla would be a 3MZ-FE from a Toyota Camry. The 3MZ-FE was a 3.3(3310cc) all-aluminum block, piston motor, from Toyota’s MZ power train. Production begin in 2004-2014. The bore of this engine was 92 mm and the stroke was 83 mm. The 3MZ-FE output was between 225-230hp, with up to 242 ft•lbs at a given rpm. The 3MZ-FE had a compassion ratio of 10.5:1 and was an oversquared by design. The engine was designed to improve high performance and fuel efficiency. The 3MZ-FE had minor updates including the newly featured vvt-i with ETCS-i. 3MZ-FE parts can be exchangeable with the 1MZ-FE.

1MZ-FE TRD Supercharger Parts

The 1MZ-FE had a TRD Supercharger Kit for the 1997–2000 Camry, 1998–2000 Sienna and 1999–2000 Solara. Power output were bumped anywhere from 230-242hp with up to 242 lb•ft of torque. The supercharger can be tuned and modified to produce up to 255PS. The TRD 1MZ-FE supercharger is a complete blot on. Other parts can be refitted with other 1MZ-FE/3VZ-FE/3MZ-FE powered vehicles. Minor customization is needed for this swap.

#2GRFE #2GRFTE #2GRFZE

A 2GR-FE With Dual vvti

Another engine swap for any Corolla would be a 2GR-FE from a Toyota Camry. The 2GR-FE was a 3.5(3456 cc) all aluminum block, piston motor. The bore of this engine was 94 mm and the stroke was 83 mm.  The 2GR-FE was an oversquare motor by design and came from the GR Series. The 2GR-FE output was anywhere between 266-280+hp, with up to 260+ ft•lb of torque at a given rpm. The 2GR-FE had a compassion ratio of 10.5:1. Later versions of the motor had minor updates including the use of Dual vvt-i. The 2GR-FE was designed to improve power and fuel efficiency. The motor has several appearances including JDM versions.

#2GRFKS #2GRFKTS #2GRFKZS

 

A Toyota Tacoma's 2GR-FKS Engine

Drop a low mile 2GR-FKS into your fitted Toyota Corolla. The 2GR-FKS can be found in the 8th gen Toyota Camry. The 2GR-FKS was a DOHC oversquared 3.5(3,456cc) all-aluminum block piston motor. The motor came from Toyota’s very own GR power train. The 2GR-FKS featured D-4S, VVT-iW, and was designed to improve fuel efficiency/preformance. The engine was produced in 2017. The bore of this engine was 94mm with a stroke of 83mm. The 2GR-FKS had an output of 278-322hp with torque between 265- 280ft•lbs at a given rpm. The motor had a compassion ratio of 11.8:1. There were JDM versions of the 2GR-FKS with updates and several fitted designs. 

A TRD Supercharger Strapped 2GR-FE(Drift)

A 2GR-FE TRD Supercharger Kit was offer for the 2006–2012 Toyota Aurion. Power output can be bumped to 323+ hp with up to 295 lb•ft of torque. MonkeyWrenchRacing, Engineering and D3 Performance  sells these superchargers for the Lotus Evora/Exige/Avalon,Lexus ES 350, and Camry. With customed parts, these supercharger kits will work with other cars with the 2GR-FE. 

Unfortunately, a v6 swap will never be a direct fit. These v6 swaps are more of a challenge. All the proper equipment from the donated car including a suitable or modified transmission is needed for a successful swap. These swaps requires a lot of customization including customed motor mounts, suspension, electronics/ECU, custumed high proformance axles, shifter, fuel system, cooling system, A/C/power steering, intake/exhaust, suspension/brakes, and tires.

These motors can be found from a 3rd/4th/5th/6th/7th and 8th Gen Toyota Camry. The swap has been done to many Toyota Corollas, Celicas, Tercels, Scions, and Yaris. Some Corolla models may need a custom hood.

Aftermarket for these v6 engines is quite large. With a forged piston kit/FI mods, these motors can handle up to 270PS (400PS with the 2GR Series). Turbo or supercharged applications may require upgraded injectors, upgraded ECU, a blot on or customed built manfold, fuel pump, and boost controller. Every motor and transmission has a weakness. It is very important to address your motor and transmission for weaknesses before modifying them. 

Many custom parts can be found via importperformanceparts, M- Force, HKS Superchargers, D3performance, driveshaftshop, gatorracingaxles, Frankensteinmotorworks, Monkeywrenchracing, turbokits, car-part, or maxpeedrods. Prices can be compared and bought. Rotrex and Eaton has a custom series of superchargers for these v6 engines. 

Check with your local laws and regulations before modifying, swiping motors, and transmission..👈

JZ Swapped Toyota Corolla

JZ Swap Your Toyota Corolla! Build A Monster!

2JZGTE

#2JZGTE

 

A 2JZ-GTE 

The most awesome swap for any fitted Corolla would be a 2JZ-GTE from a 4th Gen Toyota Supra. The 2JZ-GTE was a 3.0 L(2997 cc) aluminum/iron block piston motor. The 2JZ-GTE was a squared designed; turbocharged, inline 6 motor. The engine came from Toyota’s JZ power train. The motor was produced from 1990- 2007. The bore and stroke of the engine was 86 mm. The 2JZ-GTE output were between 227-321hp, with up to 320 ft•lb of torque at a given rpm. High power ratings depended on the engine itself. The 2JZ-GTE had a compassion ratio of 8.5:1. The motor was designed to improve high performance and later fuel efficiency. There were JDM versions of the motor with several appearances and setups.

A Ready Fitted 2JZ-GTE At 1500 HP 

A modified 2JZ-GTE is a monster of a motor in it's own league. A healthy 2JZ-GTE is said to be bullet proof. The motor can be tweaked for more power overstock. A partially modified 2JZ-GTE would handle about 800PS and built motors can handle well over 2000hp That's a lot of power for any modern or oldschool Toyota Corolla. There's a lot of costumed or blot on aftermarket performance parts for the 2JZ-GTE via internet.

Beat The Game!

2JZGE

#2JZGE 

A 2JZ-GE 

Another awesome swap for any fitted Corolla would be a 2JZ-GE from a 4th Gen Toyota Supra, usually 93-98. The 2JZ-GE was a 3.0 L(2997 cc) aluminum/iron block piston motor. The motor was a squared designed inline 6. The engine came from Toyota’s JZ power train. The motor was produced from 1990- 2007. The bore and stroke of the engine was 86 mm. The 2JZ-GE output were between 215-227hp, with up to 220 ft•lb of torque at a given rpm. High power ratings depended on the engine itself. The 2JZ-GE had a compassion ratio of 10.0:1. The motor was designed to improve high NA performance and later fuel efficiency. There were JDM versions of the motor with several appearances and vvt-i updated setups. Parts from the 2JZ-GTE can be shared with this motor.

" Possible Emission Friendly For Some Areas!", Any version of a regular 2JZ-GE is best fitted for a Toyota Corolla. A customed tuned turbo or Rotrex supercharged 2JZ-GE is capable of handling up to 300PS. This is alot of power for a Toyota Corolla. The motor itself and many 2JZ-GTE emission parts can be had for cheaps. Like the 2JZ-GTE, a forged 2JZ-GE can be built to handle monsterious power. "

1JZGTE
#1JZGTE

A 1JZ-GTE 

One step down from the 2JZ-GTE is the 1JZ-GTE. The 1JZ-GTE can be a perfect engine swap for any Toyota Corolla. Just like the 2JZ-GTE, there were updated versions of the 1JZ-GTE. The 1JZ-GTE was a 2.5L (2491cc) DOHC inline 6, aluminum/iron block, piston motors. The 1JZ-GTE was an oversquared design from Toyota’s JZ power train. The engine was produced from 1990-2007. The bore of the engine was 86 mm and the stroke was 71.5 mm. The 1JZ-GTE had an output between 227-280hp, with up to 315 ft•lb of torque at a given rpm. Higher power ratings depended on the engine itself. The motor had compassion ratios of 8.5:1 and later vvti versions had compassion ratios of 9.0:1. The 1JZ-GTE was designed to improve performance and fuel efficiency. There were only JDM versions of the motors. The motor can be found from the 4th/5th Gen Toyota Chaser

Aftermarket for this engine is stronge as well. The 1JZ-GTE is a power house. Tuned versions can product more power overstock. 650PS is completely doable on the stock bottom end. This is alot of power for tiny cars like the Toyota Corolla.

1JZGE

#1JZGE

A 1JZ-GE 

Pop your hood with a 1JZ-GE. The 1JZ-GE was a 2.5L (2491cc) aluminum/iron block piston motor. The motor was an oversquared designed inline 6. The engine came from Toyota’s JZ power train. Like the 2JZ-GE, the 1JZ-GE was produced from 1990- 2007. The bore was 86mm and the stroke was 71.5 mm. The 1JZ-GE output were between 168-197hp, with up to 185 ft•lb of torque at a given rpm. High power ratings depended on the engine itself. The 1JZ-GE had a compassion ratio of 10.0:1. The motor was designed to improve high NA performance and later fuel efficiency. There were JDM versions of the motor with several appearances and vvt-i updated setups. 

Aftermarket for this motor is sufficient. The 1JZ-GE itself can be taken to new NA heights for NA builds. Quality customed parts for this motor can be found via internet. The 1JZ-GE can be modified to handle up to 250PS.

A Built 2JZ-GTE For 800hp

A JZ swap is one of sickest and craziest swaps that Toyota has to offer. A JZ swap could never be a direct swap. The wiring setup is very challenging and the swap is not similar to any other setups. All the proper equipment from the donated car including a suitable or modified transmission is needed for a successful swap. These swaps requires a lot of customization including customed motor mounts, electronics/ECU, suspension, custumed high proformance axles, shifter, fuel system, cooling system, A/C/power steering, intake/exhaust, suspension/brakes, and tires. Turbo or supercharged applications may require upgraded injectors, upgraded ECU, a blot on or customed built manfold, fuel pump, and boost controller. Every motor and transmission has a weakness. It is very important to address your motor and transmission for weaknesses before modifying them. 

This swap "MAY" require a proper chassis conversion. JZ swaps were done to many Corollas, Tercel, Celicas, Yaris, Scions, Ford Mustangs, Mitsubishi Eclipses, etc. The JZ Series has a large aftermarket. Many custom fitted parts can be found via importperformanceparts, turbokits, driveshaftshop, gatorracingaxles, ptuning, car-part, or maxpeedrods. Prices can be customed and compared for your likings.

Check with your local laws and regulations before modifying, swiping motors, and transmission..👈

Super Powered Toyota Corolla

Pack It Large With A Powerful i4 Motor! 

3RZFE

#3RZFE

A 3RZ-FE Motor

Here is another awesome swap for any fitted Toyota Corolla. You can swap in a 3RZ-FE from a 1st Gen Toyota Tacoma. The 3RZ-FE was a 2.7L inline 4 DOHC motor at (2,693 cc). It was an  aluminum/iron piston block motor from Toyota’s RZ power train. Production begin in 1994-2009. The 3RZ-FE had a bore and stroke 95 mm. The engine had an output of 150hp, with up to 177 ft•lb of torque at a given rpm. The 3RZ-FE had a compassion ratio of 9.5:1. Later versions had minor updates. This motor was designed to improve performance and fuel efficiency. The 3RZ-FE has several appearances and there were JDM versions of this motor.

3RZ-FE  Cylinder Heads

The aftermarket for this motor is pretty strong. A modified NA or forced inducted 3RZ-FE can make some serious power in a Corolla. Like most build motors, the 3RZ-FE has a record with over 1000+hp. They can be tuned to produce decent power overstock with monstrous torque. A daily tuned 3RZ-FE is good for 225PS. This is possible with a decent turbo/TRD Supercharger kit or NA build. 

A 3RZ-FE Alpine Supercharger Kit

The Alpine Supercharger kit for the 3RZ-FE were made available for the 1995-2004 Toyota Tacomas. Power can be made anywhere from 182-225hp with up to 240+ lbs of torque. Other electronics and engine modifications can increase power. 

Rumors have it that the supercharger can be rebuilt to produce more power. Based on the year of engine, the supercharger is completely bolt-on. Like other TRD supercharger kits, parts can be customed fitted.  Minor customization is needed for this swap.

2AZFE

 #2AZFE

A 2AZ-FE With vvti

Another perfect engine swap for any fitted Corolla would be a fresh 2007+ 2AZ-FE from a 2nd Gen Corolla XRS or 1st Gen Scion TC. The 2AZ-FE was a 2.4L all-aluminum block piston motor from Toyota’s AZ power train. The engine was produced from 2000-2018. The engine was an undersquared economy DOHC i4 motor. The bore of a 2AZ-FE was 88.5mm and had a stroke of 96.0mm. The 2AZ-FE had a compassion ratio of 9.6:1. Later versions of the engine featured various updates, including Dual vvti, and higher compassion ratios. The output of the newer 2AZ-FE engines were anywhere between 158-177hp, with up 164+ft•lb of torque at different rpm settings. The engine was also design to improve performance and mostly fuel efficiency. There were JDM versions of this motor with different fitted appearances.

A Costumed 2AZ-FE Turbo Kit For The Gen 2 MR2

Aftermarket for the 2AZ-FE is plentiful for force induction and NA applications. Many car enthusiasts have used the 2AZ-FE motor in many racing applications. In stock form the 2AZ-FE has enough power with bags of torque. With a perfect tune a 2AZ-FE can make up to 250PS with the stock bottom end and piggyback ECU. The motor can be rebuilt to handle more. That's a lot of power for a tiny car like the Toyota Corolla.

A 2AZ-FE TRD Supercharger

There are many blot on turbo kits or supercharger kits for the 2AZ-FE.  The 2AZ-FE had a TRD Supercharger Kit option for the first Gen Scion TC and XB. Power can be made anywhere from 200-240hp with up to 185+lbs of torque. 

Other electronics/engine mods can increase power. Rumors have it that a TRD 2AZ-FE Supercharger can be rebuilt to produce more power.

The TRD 2AZ-FE Supercharger is completely blot on. Other parts can be refitted for other cars with the official Scion TC or XB motor. All the proper equipment is needed for a successful swap.

A TRD Supercharged 2AZ-FE Scion Tc is able to pull high 14s in a quarter of a mile. Imagine how low those numbers will go in a Corolla. With some power, they can pull some serious impressive times in a quarter of a mile.

2ARFE 

#2ARFE

A 2AR-FE With Duel vvti

A 2AR-FE is a possible swap for any fitted vehicle. A 2AR-FE engine can be found in a 1st Gen Scion TC or 5th/6th Toyota Camry. The 2AR-FE was a 2.5L all aluminum block piston motor from Toyota’s AR power train. The motor was produced in 2008. The engine was an i4 economic undersquared motor. This engine can be looked upon as the larger brother to the 2AZ-FE. The 2AR-FE had more updates and tuning potential. The bore of the 2AR-FE was 90mm and had a stroke of 98mm. The engine had an output between 169-180hp with up 173ft•lb of torque at different rpm settings. The 2AR-FE had a compassion ratio of 10.4:0 and featured Duel vvti. The 2AR-FE was also designed to improve power and fuel efficiency. There were JDM versions of this motor with different appearances. 

With Frankensteinmotorwork's mods, the 2AR-FE can be seen with 240+whp. A customed/tuned turbo, Eaton, or Rotrex 2AR-FE can be seen with up to 250PS with a piggyback ECU. The motor can be rebuilt to handle big power. The 2AR-FE is known to make well over 1000+hp in a modified Scion Tc. 

2ARFXE

#2ARFXE

A 2AR-FXE

A 2AR-FXE is another possible swap for any fitted vehicle. A 2AR-FXE engine can be found in a 7th Gen Toyota Camry. The 2AR-FXE was a 2.5L all aluminum block piston motor from Toyota’s AR power train. This motor was produced in 2008. The 2AR-FXE was an i4 hybrid economic undersquared motor. The engine shared many features with the 2AR-FE. The 2AR-FXE had more updates and NA tuning potential due to the higher compassion ratio. The bore of the 2AR-FE was 90 mm and had a stroke of 98mm. The engine had an output of 154hp with up 153ft•lb of torque at different rpm settings. The 2AR-FXE had a compassion ratio of 12.5:1. The 2AR-FXE was also designed to improve fuel efficiency. There were JDM versions of this motor with different appearances. 

These motors are not a direct fit or a true drop. The electronics/ECU are different. All the proper equipment from the donated car including a suitable or modified transmission is needed for a successful swap. These swaps requires a lot of customization including customed motor mounts, suspension, custumed high proformance axles, shifter, fuel system, cooling system, A/C/power steering, intake/exhaust, suspension/brakes, and tires. 

Every motor and transmission has a weakness. It is very important to address your motor and transmission for weaknesses before modifying them. Turbo or supercharged applications may require upgraded injectors, upgraded ECU, a blot on or customed built manfold, fuel pump, and boost controller. Rotrex Superchargers and customed built parts can be via importperformanceparts, greddy, car-part, driveshaftshop, gatorracingaxles, frankensteinmotorworks, r9ktune, fastscions, turbokits, ptuning, or maxpeedrods. Prices can always be compared for your likings. 

Check with your local laws and regulations before modifying, swiping motors, and transmission..👈

Turbocharged Toyota Corolla

Take The Road With A Small Turbo i4 Motor!

Get A Punch From A Stock Motor!

2ZRFE
#2ZRFE

A 2ZR-FE 

Another fitted Corolla swap would be a 2ZR-FE from a newer Corolla model. The 2ZR-FE 1.8L (1797cc) was an all aluminum piston motor from Toyota’s ZR power train. The 2ZR-FE was an undersquared i4 DOHC economic motor. The 2ZR-FE featured Dual vvt-i. Production for the 2ZR-FE begin in 2007. The bore of the engine was 80.5 mm and had a stroke of 88.3 mm. Power from the 2ZR-FE were anywhere between 126-140PS with up to 128 ft•lb of torque at different rpm settings. The 2ZR-FE had a compassion ratio of 10.0:1. As of now, the 2ZR-FE is the successor of the 1ZZ-FE. There were JDM versions of the 2ZR-FE with some having different appearances.

A TKC Turbo Kit For The Toyota Corolla 09-13

Like the 1ZZ-FE, the 2ZR-FE was never designed to handle forced induction. Now that the engine is being tested, there’s been several cases were a slightly modified turbo 2ZR-FE was able to handle well over 200PS. But for long term reliability the motor is good for 190PS. Most modern Corolla engines in the 1.8L category will handle anywhere between 170-190HP.

Aftermarket for force induction is large. There are high quality custom parts for a 2ZR-FE build at the Monkey Wrench Racing website. There are customed or blot turbo kits for the 2ZR-FE at turbokits.com. Craigslist, Google, Yahoo, Bing, and Ebay have other "quality" parts. Rotrex has a C Series of superchargers that will work well on a 2ZR-FE.

1ZZFE
#1ZZFE

A 1ZZ-FE

The perfect engine swap for any fitted Toyota Corolla would be a nice 1ZZ-FE out of an 03+ Toyota Corolla. The 1ZZ-FE was a 1.8L (1794cc) all-aluminum block piston motor from Toyota’s ZZ power train. The 1ZZ-FE was an i4 economic undersquared DOHC motor. There were 5 versions of this motor.  Updated versions after the year 2000, had vvti and other minor updates. The 1ZZ-FE was produced from 1980-2007. The bore of the engine was 79 mm and its stroke was 91.5 mm. Power were rated anywhere at 120-145hp with up to 127 ft•lbs of torque at a given rpm. Higher power ratings depends on the version of that motor. The 1ZZ-FE had a compassion ratio of 10.0:1. The motor was designed to improve fuel efficiency. There were JDM versions of this motor with different appearances. Some parts from the ZZ Series are interchangeable with one another.

A perfect tune can change the nature of this engine. A tuned 1ZZ-FE has potential over stock. The motor can handle a turbo or a supercharger pretty well. The 03+ vvti versions of a slightly modified 1ZZ-FE is said to produce well over 200PS. Reliability plays an important role in this application. Your best bet is to settle with 175-190PS for the vvti versions and 170PS for the non vvti versions. 

Aftermarket for this motor is very strong. The 1ZZ-FE can be rebuilt for force induction or for NA applications. Car enthusiasts usually find customed or blot parts at MWR(MonkeyWrenchRacing) or turbokits.com. Some Kseries mods, such as custom manfolds, can be customed fitted with the 1ZZ-FE motor.

A 1ZZ-FE Short Block

A 1ZZ-FE vvti TRD Supercharger Kit

The 1ZZ-FE had a TRD or GM Supercharger Kit option for the 2003-2004 9th Gen Corollas, 1st Gen Pontiac Vibe, and Matrix. Power can be made anywhere from 160-170hp with up to 145+lbs of torque. Other electronics and engine mods can increase power from 166-190PS.

A customed Rotrex, Eaton, or SC14 supercharger kit can be used to produce more power. At this point, people usually rebuild their engines for more power and reliability.

The 1ZZ-FE supercharger is a complete blot-on. The supercharger can also be refitted or made to run on any 03+ 1ZZ-FE vvti. This supercharger can also be refitted with the 1ZZ-FED engine as well. The 1ZZ-FED engine can be found in the MR2 Spyder and Celica Gt. Many swapped oldschool Toyota Corollas such as the 8th Gen Corolla, would need a custom hood.

4AGZE 

#4AGZE 

A 4A-GZE Motor

Drop a 4A-GZE into your fitted Toyota Corolla. The 4A-GZE was a 1.6L(1587cc) top mounted supercharged engine. The engine was an oversquared aluminum/iron block piston, force inducted motor. The engine was equipped with a roots type supercharger. This motor came from Toyota’s A power train. The 4A-GZE was produced from 1980- 1995. The 4A-GZE was an i4 DOHC motor. The bore of this engine was 81 mm and the stroke was 77 mm. The 4A-GZE had an output anywhere between 145-170hp at a given rpm and with up to 155lbs of torque. The motor had compassion ratios between 8.5:1 -8.9:1. There were JDM versions of the 4A-GZE.

The 4A-GZE is mostly forged.  Car enthusiasts would convert the 4A-GZE into a turbo or a Rotrex supercharged motor. The turbo conversion alone is also known as a 4A-GTE. Aftermarket for the 4A-GZE is quite large. The motor can be modified to handle up to 270PS on stock internals.

4EFTE
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A 4E-FTE Motor

Swap in a 4E-FTE into your Toyota Corolla. The 4E-FTE was an undersquare 1.3L(1,331cc) aluminum/iron block piston motor from Toyota’s E power train. The 4E-FTE was also an i4 force inducted turbo engine. The engine was produced from 1985- 1999. The bore of this engine was 74mm and had a stroke of 77.4mm. The 4E-FTE had an output of 133hp with up to 116 ft•lb of torque at a given rpm. The motor had compassion ratios anywhere between 8.5:1 -9.5:1. The 4E-FTE was designed to improve performance and fuel efficiency. There were only JDM versions of the 4E-FTE with several fitted designs.

A 4E-FTE Motor

The aftermarket is large for the 4E-FTE. Many stronger parts as well as blocks can be found via internet. With a perfect tune/mods, the 4E-FTE can make decent gains over stock. With mods, the motor is good for up to 175PS on stock internals. 

1NZFE 

#1NZFE 

1NZFTE

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A 1NZ-FE 

Go with a 1NZ-FE in your Toyota Corolla. The 1NZ-FE was an undersquared 1.5L (1497cc) i4 DOHC engine. The motor was an all-aluminium block economic piston motor. The 1NZ-FE came from Toyota’s NZ power train. The engine was produced in the earlier 2000s. The bore of this engine was 75 mm and the stroke was 84.7 mm. The 1NZ-FE has an output of 107hp with 91-103lbs of torque at a given rpm. The engine has a compassion ratio of 10.5:1. The engine is very light and uses a special cam phased profile called vvti. The 1NZ-FE is based off the 1NZ-FXE. There were JDM versions of the 1NZ-FE.

Like the 1ZZ-FE/2ZR-FE, the 1NZ-FE was never designed for performance. But this motor has a lot of potential.  With NA or Force induction, the motor can be tuned to produce up to 145PS. Many car enthusiasts have use this motor in many of their performance applications.

Aftermarket for the 1NZ-FE is plentiful for NA builds. The 1NZ-FE have a lot of performance pros. The motor is very light, compacted, and has a lot of room for extra work. NA build applications are best fitted into lighter chassises. A featured Blitz Supercharger have been made available for this motor.

A 1NZ-FE Blitz Supercharger Kit

The 1NZ-FE has a lot custom or selective force induction aftermarket kits. Some are even bolt on and parts from the Toyota A/ZZ or NZ Series are exchangeable. A 1NZ-FE can be modified to make big power with force induction.

3SGTE 

#3SGTE 

A 4th Gen 3S-GTE

The 3S-GTE was a squared 2.0(1,998cc) aluminum/iron block piston motor from Toyota’s S power train. The 3S-GTE was an i4 forced inducted turbo engine. There were 5 versions of this motor.  The engines were produced from in 1980- 2007. The bore of the engines were 86 mm and had a stroke of 86 mm. A 3S-GTE output were anywhere between 165-256hp with up to 239 ft•lb of torque at a given rpm. The 3S-GTE had a compassion ratios anywhere between 8.5:1 -9.0:1. Later versions had minor updates and appearances. The 3S-GTE was designed to improve performance and fuel efficiency. There were JDM versions of the 3S-GTE with a different fitted design. 5S-FE parts are interchangeable with these series of motors. 

ATS Racing ATS Racing 2.3L Stroker Assembled Short Block

Aftermarket for the 3S-GTE is pretty large via internet. The 3S-GTE engine is popular with the Toyota MR2 and Celica. There are custom turbo kits and parts for the 3S-GTE.  Modified force inducted 3S-GTE , are known to make serious power. A built 3S-GTE can handle well over 1000+hp. A lighty modified and tuned 3S-GTE can still produce up to 300PS. Any power from a 3S-GTE is ridiculous for cars like the Toyota Corolla.

5SFE

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A 5S-FE With Cali Emissions

Swap in a 5S-FE into your Toyota Corolla. The 5S-FE can be found in a Toyota Camry, Solara, or MR2. The 5S-FE was an undersquare 2.2(2,164cc) aluminum/iron block piston motor from Toyota’s S power train. The 5S-FE was also an eco friendly motor. The engine was produced from 1990- 2007. The bore of this engine was 87.1mm with a stroke of 90.9mm. The 5S-FE had an output of 136hp with up to 150 ft•lb of torque at a given rpm. The motor had a compassion ratio of 9.5:1. The 5S-FE was designed to improve fuel efficiency. There were JDM versions of the 5S-FE with several updates and fitted designs.

A JDM CT26 Turbocharger For The 3S-GTE 

Aftermarket is plainful with this motor as a top potential builder. The 5S-FE can be tuned with a 3S-GTE turbo kit and an aftermarket piggyback system. The motor is good for 180PS with bags of given torque. The 5S-FE can also be rebuilt for forced induction and parts are easily exchangeable with many 3S-GTE engines. The engine will handle much more power with a customed turbo or a Rotrex supercharger kit. 

Engines such as the 3S-GTE are not average swaps. Everything is different including electronics/ECU. All the proper equipment from the donated car including a suitable or modified transmission is needed for a successful swap. These swaps requires a lot of customization including customed motor mounts, suspension, custumed high proformance axles, shifter, fuel system, cooling system, A/C/power steering, intake/exhaust, suspension/brakes, and tires. A chassis conversion can be added. The following swaps listed above has been done to many versions of the Toyota Corolla, Celica, Tercel, MR2, and Camry. 

Aftermarket for these engines is quite large. Turbo or supercharged applications may require upgraded injectors, upgraded ECU, a blot on or customed built manfold, fuel pump, and boost controller. Every motor and transmission has a weakness. It is very important to address your motor and transmission for weaknesses before modifying them. 

Many custom parts can be found via importperformanceparts, monkeywrenchracing, Rotrex, ptuning, turbokits, car-part, ATS Racing, driveshaftshop, gatorracingaxles, greddy, r9ktune, or maxpeedrods. Prices can always be compared.

Check with your local laws and regulations before modifying, swiping motors, and transmission..👈