8AR-FTS vs 1NZ-FE/FXE
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
1NZ-FE/FXE
BEST
92/100
+17 points over 8AR-FTS
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
8AR-FTS
Toyota
0
/ 100
BEST
1NZ-FE/FXE
Toyota
Specifications
8AR-FTS
1NZ-FE/FXE
Brand
Toyota
Toyota
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BEST
Reliability
75
92
Years
2014--2022
2000--present
Displacement
1998 cc
1497 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Na
Power
235--245 hp
79--110 hp
Known Issues
3
0
Total Risk Cost
€900--€1,900
€0--€0
Character
8AR-FTS
"Toyota first turbo in decades. Conservative tune. Used in Lexus IS/NX. Reliable but not exciting."
1NZ-FE/FXE
"Yaris + Prius engine. Nearly unkillable. Hybrid version (FXE) powers millions of taxis worldwide."
Issues Comparison
8AR-FTS 3
● MODERATE
Carbon buildup on intake valves
● MODERATE
Water pump failure
○ MINOR
Turbo wastegate rattle
1NZ-FE/FXE 0
No documented issues.