Spade 1.5L Petrol Engines
from £800 to £2,200
Rebuilt units from £800 · Common codes: 1NZ-FE, 2NZ-FE, 1ZR-FE, 1NZ-FXE
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Spade 1.5L Petrol Engines
from £800 to £2,200
Rebuilt units from £800 · Common codes: 1NZ-FE, 2NZ-FE, 1ZR-FE, 1NZ-FXE
Spade Hybrid Engines
from £1,200 to £3,500
Rebuilt units from £1,200 · Common codes: 1NZ-FXE, 2ZR-FXE, 1NZ-FE, 1ZR-FXE
Spade CVT Compatible Engines
from £900 to £2,800
Rebuilt units from £900 · Common codes: 1NZ-FE CVT, 1NZ-FXE e-CVT, Super CVT-i, e-CVT

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Every engine code fitted to the Toyota Spade 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 Spade 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
£800 - £2,200
Supply only
Technical specifications
Common failures
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The Toyota Spade's 1.5L 1NZ-FE petrol and 1NZ-FXE hybrid engines dominate UK replacement enquiries, with VVT-i solenoid faults, oil consumption on high-mileage units, and CVT compatibility concerns driving most searches. Every rebuilt engine supplied through EngineMarket includes upgraded internal components designed to address the original failure point -...
VVT-i Solenoid Failure
Most affected vehicles
Toyota Spade F, L, S (2012-2020, 1NZ-FE petrol)
Failure mileage range
60,000-90,000 miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
Oil control valve (part 15330-21010) clogging or electrical failure disrupts variable valve timing, triggering P0011/P0012 codes and rough running.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minor - VVT-i Solenoid Replacement | £450 - £750 | £280 - £450 | Replace oil control valve, reset ECU adaptations, road test | Viable if caught early; may recur if oil consumption present |
| Intermediate - VVT-i System Overhaul | £850 - £1,400 | £550 - £900 | Solenoid + cam phaser inspection, timing chain tensioner check, oil system flush | Addresses related wear; suitable for moderate-mileage Spade |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt 1NZ-FE Engine | £800 - £2,200 | £800 - £2,200 | Complete rebuilt unit with upgraded VVT-i components, bench tested, TCU adaptation included | Permanent solution; ideal for high-mileage or fleet Spade owners |
Our recommendation
On a Toyota Spade worth £3,000-£6,000, a standalone solenoid fix offers best value if the engine is otherwise healthy. For units over 100k miles or showing oil consumption, a rebuilt engine with upgraded VVT-i components prevents repeat failures and includes warranty protection.
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Every displacement fitted to the Toyota Spade is listed below, with compatible engine codes, production years and common failure notes to help you identify the correct replacement.
The 1.5L petrol engine powered every non-hybrid Toyota Spade sold as a grey import to the UK, using the proven 1NZ-FE VVT-i design shared with the Vitz and Porte for maximum parts availability and specialist familiarity.
Engine Code(s)
1NZ-FE, 2NZ-FE, 1ZR-FE
Compatible Models (UK)
Spade F, Spade L, Spade S, Spade F CVT, Spade L CVT, Spade S CVT
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
VVT-i solenoid clogging, oil consumption on high-mileage units, CVT adaptation issues post-fit
Production Years: NCP130, 2012-2020
Compare Toyota Spade 1.5L petrol engine prices
Choose your Toyota Spade engine by fuel type to compare realistic replacement prices, known issues, and compatible UK supply options - from early Spade F petrol to the latest ULEZ-compliant Hybrid.
The 1.5L 1NZ-FE petrol engine powered all non-hybrid Toyota Spade grey imports to the UK, valued for simplicity, Vitz/Porte parts sharing and widespread specialist familiarity.
Common Toyota Spade Petrol Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Petrol Models
The 1.5L 1NZ-FE petrol engine powered all non-hybrid Toyota Spade grey imports to the UK, valued for simplicity, Vitz/Porte parts sharing and widespread specialist familiarity.
Common Toyota Spade Petrol Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Petrol Models
The 1.5L 1NZ-FXE hybrid powertrain brought ULEZ compliance to the Toyota Spade from 2016, combining proven petrol reliability with electric assist for urban grey import owners.
Toyota Spade Hybrid Engine Codes
Found In
Important Notes
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This timeline covers all major engine changes across the Toyota Spade NCP130 generation (2012-2020), organised so UK grey import owners can quickly identify their engine and compare rebuilt prices from specialists.
⚙Key Changes
▣Main Engines
1NZ-FE- 1.5L petrol (Spade F, L, S)
2NZ-FE- 1.5L petrol (early production variants)
▰Popular Models
🔧Known For
Engine Codes Covered:
1NZ-FE2NZ-FE