What engine does a 2006 Toyota Yaris have?
In the United States, the 2006 Toyota Yaris is powered by a 1.5-liter inline-four engine—the 1NZ-FE—with about 106 horsepower. Other global markets offered different engines for the same model year.
Core engine for the 2006 Yaris (U.S. specification)
The following details describe the engine most commonly found in 2006 Yaris models sold in the U.S. This engine is a Toyota 1NZ-FE, a 1.5-liter inline-four with variable valve timing and multi-point fuel injection. It pairs with either a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic transmission.
- Engine code: 1NZ-FE
- Displacement: 1,497 cc (about 1.5 L)
- Configuration: Naturally aspirated inline-four
- Valvetrain: DOHC with VVT-i on the intake cam
- Power: about 106 hp (78 kW) at roughly 6,000 rpm
- Torque: about 99 lb-ft (134 Nm) at roughly 4,200 rpm
- Fuel system: Multi-point fuel injection (MPI)
- Transmissions: 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic
These specs describe the typical US-market engine for the 2006 Yaris. Individual vehicles may vary slightly by trim or calibration.
Market variations for the 2006 Yaris
While the US market used the 1.5 L 1NZ-FE, other regions had different powerplants for the same model year. In Europe and parts of Asia, smaller petrol engines were offered, and some European markets later received diesel engines in the Yaris lineup. The exact engine can depend on the country, trim level, and emission regulations.
- United States/Canada: 1.5 L inline-four (1NZ-FE) with around 106 hp; typical transmissions are 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic.
- Europe/other markets: smaller petrol engines around 1.0–1.3 L in various trims for that year; some variants included diesel engines in later years (e.g., 1.4 D-4D).
- Japan/Asia: varied by iteration; some markets used 1.3–1.5 L engines depending on the specific Yaris/Vitz version.
Note: For accuracy on your exact car, check the VIN plate or owner's manual, as engine options can vary by region and trim, even within the same model year.
Summary
The 2006 Toyota Yaris available in the U.S. is equipped with a 1.5-liter inline-four, the 1NZ-FE, delivering roughly 106 horsepower with either a manual or automatic transmission. Market variations exist, so verify the engine code for any non-U.S. model.
