Which Lexus models have a 2JZ?
Lexus offered factory versions of the 2JZ inline-6 in three models: IS 300, SC 300, and GS 300. A turbocharged variant of the 2JZ family (2JZ-GTE) appears in a closely related Toyota model sold in Japan, the Aristo, but that car is not a Lexus-branded model in most markets. Enthusiasts also swap 2JZ engines into other Lexuses, but the factory configurations are these three.
Factory 2JZ engines in Lexus models
The following Lexus models were equipped with the 2JZ inline-6 from the factory, typically in rear-wheel-drive configurations.
- Lexus IS 300 — 3.0-liter 2JZ-GE inline-6, rear-wheel drive, known for smooth power and strong mid-range torque.
- Lexus SC 300 — 3.0-liter 2JZ-GE inline-6, rear-wheel drive, two-door luxury coupe.
- Lexus GS 300 — 3.0-liter 2JZ-GE inline-6, rear-wheel drive, mid-size luxury sedan.
These models showcase Lexus's adoption of the 2JZ-GE for a balanced blend of performance and refinement. The turbocharged 2JZ-GTE engine, while famous in Toyota performance circles, was used in a different market segment (see below) and is not a standard Lexus offering.
Notes on the 2JZ variants and related models
The 2JZ family comprises the naturally aspirated 2JZ-GE and the twin-turbo 2JZ-GTE. The turbo variant is best known for its role in the Toyota Aristo in Japan, which is closely related to the Lexus GS platform but is not branded as a Lexus in that market. Engine swaps remain a common practice, but factory Lexus models with 2JZ power are limited to IS 300, SC 300, and GS 300.
Summary
In short, the Lexus lineup included the IS 300, SC 300, and GS 300 as factory 2JZ-equipped models. The 2JZ-GTE turbo variant appears in the Japan-only Aristo (a related GS-based Toyota model) rather than in a Lexus-badged car, and aftermarket swaps into other Lexuses are common but outside the original factory configurations.
Does the 2002 Lexus GS300 have a 2JZ?
Both the 99 and 02 GS300 should have a 2JZ-GE VVTi unless it's been swapped.
Which Lexus has 2JZ?
Lexus SC 300
Lexus SC 300
The Lexus SC was a two-door coupe that competed with the Supra in the U.S. market during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Its first-generation setup included a 2JZ turbocharged engine with 225 horsepower, giving it a slight edge over the Supra.
Do SC300 come with 2JZ?
The SC 300 is one of the few Lexus models with a 2JZ engine. It had the same 2JZ engine found in the non-turbocharged Toyota Supra Mk4, with which it shared a platform. It was a 3.0-liter naturally aspirated engine that produced 225 horsepower and could do 0-60 mph in 7.4 seconds, with a top speed of 146 mph.
Does the Lexus IS300 have a 2JZ engine?
And this is it guys. This is a 2001 Lexus IS-300 and from the outset. This is a car that looks very much like a standard vehicle.
