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ArabGT
30-06-2025
- Automotive
- ArabGT
Toyota 4 Cylinder Engine Set to Deliver 600 HP Shockwave
Toyota has taken a bold leap forward with the introduction of its revolutionary Toyota 4 cylinder engine, part of the new G20E lineup. This 2.0-liter gasoline engine was designed from the ground up to power the next generation of Gazoo Racing vehicles. Its first appearance in the GR Yaris M concept at the Tokyo Auto Salon showcased not only its technical prowess but also its astonishing performance, delivering between 400 and 450 horsepower from a compact, mid-rear-mounted layout featuring an IHI turbocharger. The Road to 600 Horsepower One of the most talked-about breakthroughs in performance engineering, this Toyota 4 cylinder engine has been confirmed by the brand's engineers—via Auto Motor und Sport—to be capable of pushing past the 600-horsepower threshold when paired with a larger turbo. That's nearly double the power output of the three-cylinder G16E GTS currently found in the GR Yaris. Despite facing constraints from global emissions standards, especially in Europe and North America, Toyota is determined to make this engine a benchmark of intelligent performance and efficiency. Designed for Flexibility The Toyota 4 cylinder engine isn't just powerful—it's also incredibly adaptable. It can be mounted in both front-engine longitudinal and mid-rear layouts, giving designers and engineers freedom to integrate it across a variety of platforms. This versatility opens the door for a potential revival of beloved Toyota sports cars, including the MR2, Celica, GR86, and even a future Supra model. Challenging the Segment Leaders Currently, the most powerful production engine in this class is the Mercedes-AMG M139L, delivering 469 horsepower. The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X FQ 440 MR followed closely at 440 horsepower in a very limited production run. But Toyota is setting its sights higher—the new Toyota 4 cylinder engine aims to outperform these benchmarks while remaining in a compact engine class. A New Era for Gazoo Racing More than just an engine, the Toyota 4 cylinder engine symbolizes the future of Gazoo Racing. It's built to serve as the foundation for a range of hybrid, electrified, and traditional sports cars. Whether it's racing on the Super GT circuits or powering high-performance street cars with a motorsport pedigree, this engine represents Toyota's commitment to innovation and adrenaline-fueled driving. Room to Grow Adding to its long-term potential, engineers designed the Toyota 4 cylinder engine with extra space between the cylinders, allowing for significant displacement expansion. This scalable architecture hints at a tuning capability reminiscent of the iconic 2JZ engine, offering enthusiasts a new platform to explore and elevate. In Summary: The Rise of a New Icon The GR Yaris M concept showcased the Toyota 4 cylinder engine with 400–450 hp. Toyota engineers confirmed it can exceed 600 hp with a larger turbo. Versatile design allows front or mid-rear installations. Scalable construction links it to the legendary performance of the 2JZ. With the Toyota 4 cylinder engine, the brand is poised to redefine what's possible from compact powerplants—delivering a perfect balance of efficiency, innovation, and raw power to fuel the next generation of Toyota performance cars.
Auto Blog
28-06-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
Tuners Are Going To Love Toyota's Latest Overengineered Turbo Engine
Toyota Is Making Combustion Cleaner Toyota has long been claiming that there is no single path to carbon neutrality, arguing that cleaner combustion engines and hybrids need to bridge the gap to electric cars powered by renewable energy. With a back catalog of brilliant engines like the overengineered 2JZ, which is still revered 35 years after its 1JZ foundation was built, Toyota knows what it takes to beat the world's best, and its upcoming 1.5- (black top) and 2.0-liter (red top) four-cylinder engines appear poised to handle the weight of expectation with ease. According to Toyota engineers who spoke with German publication Auto Motor und Sport, the G20E (that's the 2.0-liter) is easily capable of exceeding the 400-450-horsepower figure of the mid-engine GR Yaris M concept: 'With a larger turbocharger, more than 600 hp is easily possible.' Numerous Potentially Imminent Sporty Applications Toyota has recently indicated that its sports cars could go hybrid, and with an engine this small and powerful supporting any electrification, that could be quite an exciting proposition. The MR2 is rumored to return with hybrid power, and a mid-engine sports car with a 600-hp thermal motor being complemented by an electric motor of another couple hundred horsepower could be quite a tantalizing entree to the forthcoming Lexus supercar. Toyota has confirmed that a new Celica is on the way, too, so there are plenty of applications for both new engines. The G16E-GTS turbocharged three-cylinder found in the production GR Yaris and its GR Corolla big brother already delivers in excess of 300 hp, so a detuned G20E (or even its 1.5-liter sibling) could be an immensely reliable – and likely even more fuel-efficient – replacement for both cars. It's also safe to assume that Toyota is considering putting this in the next GR86, since many buyers have clamored for the torque of a turbocharged engine, and if Toyota strengthens it further, it may even have a future in a pickup. Overengineered, Tuner-Friendly Engine Can Be Enlarged Toyota has reportedly been testing the engine in Lexus sedans, so it could be refined enough for a luxury application like the imminently departing IS. What really piques our interest, however, is a comment made by one of the engineers to the German publication: 'We left enough space between the cylinders so that the engine can be bored out considerably.' That's more good news for all the aftermarket tuners who will doubtless begin seeking to extract more power from the G20E the moment they get their grubby paws on it, but it also means that Toyota itself may well enlarge this four-cylinder to provide a smoother experience in cars that may otherwise have been powered by six-cylinder engines. Not that there's any reason to worry in that regard – reports out of Japan claim that, if BMW's B58 is dropped, Mazda will provide the straight-six for the next Supra. Although unconfirmed, this news seems credible since the G20E and its 1.5-liter sibling were not announced in isolation; Mazda and Subaru also presented rotary and boxer prototype powertrains when the G20E was revealed as part of the triarchy's 'Multipathway Approach,' announced almost exactly one year ago. The rush to create evermore efficient combustion engines may well be less frenetic with a collaborative approach to innovation. About the Author Sebastian Cenizo View Profile
Daily Tribune
27-02-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Tribune
Toyota revives MR2 and Celica, Lexus prepares LFA successor
TDT | agencies Toyota is set to shake up the sports car market by reviving the MR2 and Celica, alongside a new Lexus flagship succeeding the LFA supercar. With the GR Supra nearing the end of production and the GR86 discontinued in Europe due to safety regulations, Toyota aims to fill the gap with these new models. Both the Celica and MR2 will feature a turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, codenamed G20E, capable of 400 BHP in road trim and 600 BHP in motorsport. The engine debuted in the GR Yaris M Concept, mounted behind the rear seats. Gazoo Racing chief Tomoya Takahashi hinted at integrating the G20E into future models, making the mid-engine MR2 a likely candidate for production by 2028, possibly sooner due to looming petrol car bans in key markets. The Celica, with a front-mounted G20E and all-wheel drive, may revive the GT-Four badge, suggesting a return to the World Rally Championship. Lexus' upcoming supercar will feature a twin-turbo V8 producing 500-600 BHP for racing and under 1300 kg weight. The road version is expected to incorporate hybrid tech, with spy shots showing silent electric starts before the engine kicks in. Spotted at Spa and Nürburgring, it is expected to debut by 2026. While the name is undecided, Lexus has trademarked 'LFR,' hinting at its LFA heritage.
