How much horsepower does a 2000 Land Cruiser V8 have?
About 235 horsepower.
In 2000, the Land Cruiser used a 4.7-liter V8 (engine code 2UZ-FE) delivering roughly 235 hp and 320 lb-ft of torque in most markets, with small variances due to market calibrations and testing standards (SAE net versus gross).
Engine specifications
Here are the core figures most owners and restorers cite for the 2000 Land Cruiser V8.
- Engine: 4.7 L (2UZ-FE) V8
- Horsepower: 235 hp at 4,800 rpm (SAE net)
- Torque: 320 lb-ft at 3,400 rpm (SAE net)
- Transmission: 4-speed automatic
- Drivetrain: Full-time four-wheel drive with a two-speed transfer case (4WD High / 4WD Low)
These figures reflect typical US-market specs for the 2000 Land Cruiser V8; variations may occur by region, model year, or testing standards.
Variations by market
Some markets or later revisions used similar 4.7-liter V8s but with slight tuning differences. The LX470 (the Lexus equivalent) shared the same engine output, reinforcing the 235 hp figure as a reliable reference point for the period.
Summary
In brief, the 2000 Land Cruiser V8 delivers about 235 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque from its 4.7-liter V8, paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission and full-time four-wheel drive. This combination underpins the model's reputation for on-road refinement and off-road capability that endures in the used-market today.
