What Chevy car has a Toyota engine?
As of 2025, no Chevrolet-branded model ships from the factory with a Toyota engine. Chevrolet relies on GM’s own engine families, while past cross-brand collaborations produced Toyota-powered vehicles under different GM badges, not under Chevrolet.
Current status
For buyers today, Chevrolet’s lineup is powered by GM-engine families such as Ecotec gasoline four-cylinders, the Duramax diesel family for trucks, and various V8s for performance models. There are ongoing collaborations between GM and Toyota on electrification and other technologies, but they have not resulted in a Toyota-powered Chevrolet.
Historical examples of Toyota engine usage in GM-affiliated models
Below are notable cases where Toyota-origin powertrains appeared in GM-related or GM-marketed models, illustrating historical cross-brand engineering without placing a Toyota engine in a current Chevy-badged vehicle.
- Geo Prizm (1990–1997): A GM product marketed under the Geo brand, built on the Toyota Corolla platform and using Toyota powertrains. It was not a Chevrolet-branded car, but it represents a direct Toyota engine in a GM-designed model.
- Pontiac Vibe (2003–2009): A GM-Toyota joint venture that used Toyota-sourced engines and shared platform architecture; sold under the Pontiac badge rather than Chevrolet.
These examples show how cross-brand collaborations led to Toyota-based powertrains appearing in GM vehicles, though none of these were Chevrolet-branded cars in their production runs.
GM engine strategy and partnerships
GM’s current engine strategy centers on in-house developed families and collaborations that advance electrification, efficiency, and performance. While GM has pursued partnerships with Toyota—particularly in areas such as electrification and fuel-cell technology—these efforts do not involve placing Toyota engines in Chevrolet models. In short, today’s Chevrolets are powered by GM engineering rather than Toyota powertrains.
Summary
Short answer: there is no Chevrolet model that comes with a Toyota engine from the factory. Historically, Toyota powertrains did appear in GM-related models under other brands (notably Geo and Pontiac), but Chevrolet itself has not offered a Toyota-engine option in its lineup. For Chevrolet buyers, the emphasis remains on GM-developed engines and propulsion technologies.
Is the Pontiac Vibe basically a Toyota?
Yes, the Pontiac Vibe was made by Toyota and shared the same platform and many mechanical components as the Toyota Matrix. Both cars were produced in the same factory in Fremont, California, which was a joint venture between the two companies called NUMMI. The Vibe and Matrix are essentially the same car, with the main differences being exterior styling, interior trim, and branding.
- Platform and components: The Vibe and Matrix were built on the same platform, sharing identical engines, transmissions, and other mechanical parts. For this reason, Toyota service centers could service the Vibe, although some parts like the AC compressor were brand-specific.
- Manufacturing: The Pontiac Vibe was assembled in the NUMMI (New United Motor Manufacturing, Inc.) plant in Fremont, California. The Toyota Matrix was also built at NUMMI, but there were also some assembled in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada.
- Branding and styling: Despite being mechanically the same, the Vibe and Matrix had different exterior styling and interior trim options.
- Reliability: Because they shared so many components, the Vibe is known for having the same reliability as a Toyota, and can often be serviced at Toyota dealerships.
What GM cars were made by Toyota?
Models produced
- Chevrolet Nova (1985–1988)
- Geo/Chevrolet Prizm (1989–2002)
- Pontiac Vibe/Toyota Matrix/Toyota Voltz (2003–2010)
- Toyota Corolla (1987–2010) Toyota Corolla (E80) FX16 (1987) Toyota Corolla (E90) (1988–1992) Toyota Corolla (E100) (1993–1997)
- Toyota Hilux/Pickup (1992–1994)
- Toyota Tacoma (1995–2010)
Which car brands use Toyota engines?
12 Non-Toyota Cars With Toyota Engines Under The Hood
- 2022 Lotus Emira. YouTube/Evolve Automotive.
- 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid. Mazda.
- 2003 Pontiac Vibe. Getty Images/Getty Images.
- 2008 Lotus Evora. Sue Thatcher/Getty Images.
- 1985 Chevrolet Nova. YouTube/Hello Road.
- 2004 Lotus Elise.
- 2011 Aston Martin Cygnet.
- 2004 Lotus Exige.
Does Chevy Prizm have a Toyota engine?
Engines. All Prizms are powered by engines from their contemporary Toyota Corolla models: 1990–1992 Geo Prizms are powered by a 4A-FE or optional 4A-GE engine.
