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Toyota Corolla 1.8L 1ZZ Engine

Toyota Corolla 1.8L 1ZZ Engine

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$1,519.89at JcarpartChecked Nov 13

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  • Last seen at $1,519.89 at Jcarpart on Nov 13.
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Our take on the Toyota Corolla 1.8L 1ZZ Engine

This is a used JDM 1ZZ-FE 1.8L four-cylinder engine pulled from a Japanese-market car and sold as a long block. It fits the 2000–2008 Corolla plus the Celica GT, MR2, Matrix and Pontiac Vibe of the same era. The appeal is a low-mileage Japanese import with documented maintenance habits, at a fraction of the cost of a rebuilt or new engine. The trade-off is that it is a used unit with a 90-day warranty that excludes labor and shipping, so the condition of the specific engine matters more than the spec sheet.

Best forOwners of a 2000–2008 Corolla with a failed or burning-oil 1ZZCelica GT, MR2, Matrix or Vibe owners needing a replacement long blockDrivers who will reuse their own intake, exhaust and accessoriesBuyers comfortable installing a used JDM engine rather than a rebuilt one
Pros
  • Japanese-market donor cars tend to have lower mileage and regular servicing
  • Long-block format lets you keep your existing intake, exhaust, alternator and AC
  • One engine covers five models, so parts and knowledge are easy to find
  • Simple, well-documented 1ZZ design that most shops have worked on
  • 90-day warranty included
Cons
  • Used engine, so wear and oil consumption vary from unit to unit
  • Warranty excludes shipping and labor, the bulk of a swap's cost
  • No accessories, manifolds or ECU included
  • Freight delivery to a residence may need liftgate service
  • Fitment depends on matching engine code and VIN, so a wrong order is possible

Toyota Corolla 1.8L 1ZZ Engine prices at every store

  • Dmv Jdm MotorsPre-owned

    In stockReturn policy

    $1,249.00Checked Nov 13
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  • JcarpartNew

    In stock

    $1,519.89Free shippingChecked Nov 13
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Toyota Corolla 1.8L 1ZZ Engine price history

Lowest price we've seen: $1,519.89 on Nov 13 at Jcarpart. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 13.

What reviewers say

Owner discussion of the 1ZZ centers on oil consumption and pre-cat failure on early units, and on the value of a low-mileage JDM replacement over a rebuild. Buyers of imported long blocks generally report good results when the engine is checked and sealed before installation.

What people mention
  • Oil consumptionCriticisedOwners of early 1ZZ engines report high oil use as mileage climbs, which is the usual reason for a swap.
  • JDM mileagePraisedJapanese inspection rules keep donor cars low-mileage, and buyers value that over typical US salvage engines.
  • FitmentMixedIt bolts into several models, but buyers must match the 1ZZ code and VIN to avoid ordering the wrong variant.

About the Toyota Corolla 1.8L 1ZZ Engine

This is a used, low-mileage JDM engine for the 2000–2008 Toyota Corolla. It is a 1.8L, 4-cylinder engine with engine code 1ZZ. It was imported from Japan.

The engine is a complete unit, as pictured. It is meant to be used as a long block, so you keep your existing accessories, such as the intake, exhaust manifolds, alternator, power steering and A/C.

The same engine also fits the Toyota Celica GT, MR2, Matrix and Pontiac Vibe in the model years listed below. For the Corolla, match the 1ZZ engine code on your current engine and the VIN code R (5th digit).

Engine code
1ZZ
Displacement
1.8L
Cylinders
4-cylinder
Condition
Used, low-mileage JDM import
Origin
Imported from Japan
Compatibility
Toyota Corolla 2000–2008; Toyota Celica GT 2000–2005; Toyota MR2 2000–2005; Toyota Matrix 2003–2008; Toyota Pontiac Vibe 2003–2008
VIN code
R (5th digit) for the Corolla
In the box
Complete engine as pictured; use as a long block and keep your own accessories (intake, exhaust manifolds, alternator, power steering, A/C, etc.)
Warranty
90 days, unless otherwise specified on the sales receipt; shipping and labor costs not covered

Questions and answers

Will this engine fit my Corolla?
It fits 2000–2008 Corollas with VIN code R in the fifth position. Match the 1ZZ code stamped on your current engine, or confirm with the seller using your VIN before ordering.
What is included with the engine?
A complete long block as pictured. You reuse your intake, exhaust manifolds, alternator, power steering and AC components.
Does it fit the Celica, MR2, Matrix and Vibe?
Yes. The same 1ZZ unit is listed for the 2000–2005 Celica GT and MR2 and the 2003–2008 Matrix and Pontiac Vibe.
What does the warranty cover?
A 90-day warranty unless the sales receipt says otherwise. Shipping and labor are not covered, so keep installation receipts and follow the seller's policy.
Is a used JDM engine better than a rebuild?
A low-mileage JDM long block is usually cheaper and quicker than a rebuild, but condition varies by unit. A rebuild gives known-new internals; a used import depends on the donor car.
How is it shipped?
By freight to the lower 48 states, with same-day dispatch on orders before 1pm Eastern. Residential deliveries may need liftgate service, selectable at checkout.
Where is the Toyota Corolla 1.8L 1ZZ Engine cheapest?
At Jcarpart, for $1,519.89, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Toyota Corolla 1.8L 1ZZ Engine?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Dmv Jdm Motors, Jcarpart.

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