Ist 1.5L Petrol Engines
from £850 to £2,400
Rebuilt units from £850 · Common codes: 1NZ-FE, 2NZ-FE, 2ZR-FE
Get quotes from trusted UK Toyota Ist engine specialists. Compare used and reconditioned prices for 1.3L to 1.5L petrol - 1NZ-FE & 2NZ-FE covered. Find the best value for your budget.
Ist 1.5L Petrol Engines
from £850 to £2,400
Rebuilt units from £850 · Common codes: 1NZ-FE, 2NZ-FE, 2ZR-FE
Ist 1.3L Petrol Engines
from £750 to £2,100
Rebuilt units from £750 · Common codes: 2NZ-FE, 1NZ-FE
Ist 1.8L Performance Engines
from £1,200 to £3,200
Rebuilt units from £1,200 · Common codes: 2ZR-FE, 1NZ-FE

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The table below shows typical UK rebuilt engine costs across Toyota Ist variants - compare failure causes, engine codes, fuel types, and price ranges to benchmark what UK drivers are paying.


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Every engine code fitted to the Toyota Ist across all generations, with technical specs, compatible variants and trims, known failure points, and average rebuilt prices from UK specialists. Select any engine code to compare quotes.
Extracted from detailed petrol and performance engine families across Toyota Ist variants.

1NZ-FE - 1.5L Petrol
Main replacement demand comes from timing-chain, cooling-system and performance thermal-management faults.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£850 - £2,400
Supply only
Technical specifications
Common failures
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The Toyota Ist's petrol engines are generally robust but known failure points drive replacement enquiries, particularly the 2NZ-FE's piston ring wear and 1NZ-FE timing chain issues. Every rebuilt engine supplied through EngineMarket includes upgraded internal components designed to address the original failure point - plus a minimum 12-month unlimited...
2NZ-FE Piston Ring Failure
Most affected vehicles
Toyota Ist NCP61 1.3 VVT-i (2002-2007, 2NZ-FE)
Failure mileage range
70,000-100,000 miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
Factory piston rings wear prematurely, allowing oil into combustion chamber and reducing cylinder compression, particularly in cylinder 2.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minor - Compression Test & Diagnosis | £150 - £300 | £80 - £180 | Leak-down test, borescope inspection, oil consumption check | Identifies problem only; does not fix underlying wear |
| Intermediate - Piston Ring Replacement | £1,800 - £3,200 | £1,200 - £2,100 | Engine removal, partial strip, new rings, gaskets, reassembly | May extend life 20-40k miles if block/cylinders undamaged |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt / Reconditioned Engine | £2,200 - £3,800 | £750 - £1,800 | Supply & fit rebuilt unit with upgraded rings, bench-tested, 12-month warranty | Most cost-effective for high-mileage Ist; restores like-new reliability |
Our recommendation
On a first-gen Ist valued at £1,500-£3,000, a full rebuilt engine from £750 often offers better long-term value than a £1,200+ ring replacement, especially if other wear items are due.
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Every displacement fitted to the Toyota Ist is listed below, with compatible engine codes, production years and common failure notes to help you identify the right replacement.
The entry-level 1.3L VVT-i powered first-generation NCP61 models (2002-2007), offering economical running for budget-conscious JDM import buyers, though known for piston ring wear at higher mileage.
Engine Code(s)
2NZ-FE
Compatible Models (UK)
NCP61 1.3 VVT-i (2002-2007), NCP61 1.3 VVT-i Manual, NCP61 1.3 VVT-i Auto
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
Piston ring wear causing compression loss in cylinder 2, low compression misfire
Production Years: Check by registration
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All UK Toyota Ist imports are petrol-powered, with three VVT-i engine families covering 1.3L economy, 1.5L balance and 1.8L performance across two generations.
Common Toyota Ist Petrol Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Petrol Models
All UK Toyota Ist imports are petrol-powered, with three VVT-i engine families covering 1.3L economy, 1.5L balance and 1.8L performance across two generations.
Common Toyota Ist Petrol Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Petrol Models
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This technical timeline covers all major engine changes across the Toyota Ist's UK import history, organised so owners can quickly identify their engine and compare rebuilt prices from UK specialists.
⚙Key Changes
▣Main Engines
2NZ-FE- 1.3L petrol (NCP61 1.3 VVT-i)
1NZ-FE- 1.5L petrol (NCP61 1.5 VVT-i)
▰Popular Models
🔧Known For
Engine Codes Covered:
2NZ-FE1NZ-FE