Which Toyota Crown has 2JZ?
The Crown lineup does not have a factory model that uses the 2JZ engine. The 2JZ family is most famous for performance cars like the Toyota Supra and certain other JDM models, while the Crown has been offered with a range of different engines over the years. If you encounter a Crown with a 2JZ, it is almost certainly a custom swap done after purchase.
The question centers on whether a production Crown left Toyota’s factories with the 2JZ powerplant. Across generations, the Crown has used a mix of inline-6 and V6 powertrains, but a 2JZ-equipped Crown from the factory has not been part of Toyota’s official Crown lineup. Enthusiasts sometimes perform engine swaps to install a 2JZ, but such examples are aftermarket modifications rather than standard options.
Understanding the 2JZ engine family
The 2JZ family is a line of 3.0-liter inline-6 engines developed by Toyota, introduced in the late 1980s. It includes naturally aspirated variants (2JZ-GE) and turbocharged variants (2JZ-GTE), with a reputation for durability and tunability. These engines powered several iconic models outside of the Crown, notably the Supra in its twin-turbo form, as well as other JDM vehicles.
The Crown and its traditional engine options
Over its long history, the Crown has been offered with a variety of engines that suit its roles as a luxury sedan and family car. These have included inline-6 and V6 configurations, as well as modern hybrid powertrains in newer generations. None of the standard, factory Crown configurations have used the 2JZ engine from new.
Enthusiast swaps and aftermarket work
Some Crown owners have considered or completed engine swaps to install a 2JZ, driven by performance appeal or parts availability. While these projects can be technically feasible, they are aftermarket, non-factory modifications and can involve significant engineering, wiring, suspension, and legal considerations.
Bottom line
There is no production Toyota Crown model that rolled off the factory floor with a 2JZ engine. The 2JZ is associated with other Toyota performance platforms, while the Crown has historically relied on other engine families and, in newer generations, modern hybrid systems. If you see a Crown with a 2JZ, expect it to be a custom modification rather than a stock configuration.
Summary
- No factory Crown model uses the 2JZ engine.
- The 2JZ family is famous for the Supra and other performance Toyota models.
- Some Crown owners pursue aftermarket 2JZ swaps, but these are not factory implementations.
