A few people have requested information on the “Soarer V8” as they call it, since most of them have this engine in their 1991-1996 model Lexus SC400/Toyota Soarer Coupe’s. Most information is freely available online if you know where to look, but feel free to request information on any tuner car and engine by leaving a comment, and we’ll do our best to find out for you.

Toyota 1UZ-FE Quad Cam 32 Valve V8

Date:

First in 1989, with revisions in 1995, and an upgrade in 1997 to include VVT-i (variable valve timing)

Power:

• 1989-1994: 191KW (256HP)
• 1995: 195KW (261HP, lighter internals)
• 1997: 216KW (290 HP, advent of VVT-i)

Torque:

• 1989-1994: 353Nm (260 ft-lb)
• 1995: 363Nm (267.7 ft-lb)
• 1997: 407 Nm (300 ft-lb)

Compression Ratio:

• 1989-1994: 10:1
• 1995: 10.4:1
• 1997: 10.5:1

Other Features: All alloy block, Belt driven quad camshafts.
Awards: (1998-2000) Made Ward’s 10 Best Engines List

Cars You Might Find the 1uZ-FE v8 In

• (1991 - 2000) Lexus SC400/Toyota Soarer Coupe
• (1989 - 2000) Lexus LS400/Toyota Celsior
• (1992 - 2000) Lexus GS300/Toyota Aristo (the Aristo also came in Twin Turbo with the 2JZ-GTE powerplant)
• (1990 - 2002) Toyota Crown

Popularity: 30% [?]

As requested, here’s some information on the popular JDM model Toyota Aristo Twin Turbo Sedan. Requests for more information can be directed to IJ directly (you will need to comment) , and we’ll do our best to find out accurately all specifications on any import/tuner car.

Note: The Aristo is available for import into Australia. There are also other models of the Aristo, A V8 4WD and newer models after 1998.

(1991 - 1998) Toyota Aristo 3.0V JDM Spec (Later Known as the Lexus GS300)

Toyota Aristo Twin Turbo 2JZ-GTE Powered Sedan - Example Photo

Model Designation: JZS147
Engine: Front mounted, Inline 6 cylinder EFI DOHC (24 valves per cylinder). Twin Turbocharged.
Engine Model: 2JZ-GTE (Shared with Supra Coupe)
Power: 205.94 kw (276.04 hp) @ 5600 RPM
Torque: 431.49 Nm (585.07 ft lbs) @ 3600 RPM
Fuel Economy: Around 14L/100km (Average), 6-8L/100KM (Highway)
Low Emissions Vehicle (LEV): No
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Brakes (front/rear): Ventilated Disk/Disk
Transmission: ECT 4 speed automatic with 2 way OverDrive ECT-iWeight: 1680 kg (3703.73 lb)
Dimensions (LxWxH in mm): (Exterior) 4865 x 1795 x 1420, (Interior ) 2005 x 1535 x 1150

Popularity: 30% [?]

Check this out. You’ll see what I mean in just a second. Amazing!

Popularity: 17% [?]