Toyota Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Engine Replacement Compare Prices & Get Quotes

The cost varies by condition. Used 1NZ-FXE units typically cost £400-£900, reconditioned engines £1,200-£2,200, and fully rebuilt units £2,000-£3,500 supply-only. For the newer M15A-FXE engine, prices are slightly higher: used from £500, reconditioned from £1,400, rebuilt from £2,200. Fitting adds 6-8 hours of labour at UK specialist rates (£390-£520). Always confirm the hybrid system calibration is included.

• Used: £400-£900 (1NZ-FXE) / £500-£1,100 (M15A-FXE)
• Reconditioned: £1,200-£2,200 / £1,400-£2,500
• Rebuilt: £2,000-£3,500 / £2,200-£3,800

The most common signs are engine overheating, white smoke from the exhaust (coolant burning), loss of coolant without external leaks, and milky oil from coolant contamination. Some early 2012-2014 1NZ-FXE engines are more prone to this issue. If you notice any of these symptoms, have the cooling system and head gasket checked immediately.

• Engine overheating
• White smoke from exhaust
• Loss of coolant without external leaks
• Milky oil (coolant contamination)

For a 2012-2017 Yaris 1.5 Hybrid worth £2,000-£8,000, a rebuilt engine at £2,000-£3,500 typically represents 25-50% of the vehicle's value - making replacement borderline on older examples but viable for newer or well-maintained cars. If the vehicle is worth under £5,000 and has other issues, evaluate scrap value first.

• Vehicle value bands guide the decision
• 12-month warranty on rebuilt units adds peace of mind
• Specialist pricing significantly undercuts main dealer rates

A straight engine swap typically takes 6-8 working hours for a specialist workshop. Allow 2-3 days for the full process including diagnostics, removal, fitting, hybrid system calibration and road testing. Supply-only options are available for DIY or your own mechanic.

• 6-8 hours labour typical
• Allow 2-3 days for full supply & fit
• Hybrid calibration included with specialist fitting

The 1NZ-FXE is a 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine used in the Mk3 (XP130) Yaris from 2012-2020, producing 100bhp. The M15A-FXE is a newer 1.5-litre three-cylinder Dynamic Force engine used in the Mk4 (XP210) Yaris from 2020 onwards, producing 116-130bhp. Both are full hybrids with eCVT transmission, but the M15A-FXE is built on Toyota's TNGA platform and offers improved efficiency and refinement.

• 1NZ-FXE: 1.5L four-cylinder, 100bhp, 2012-2020
• M15A-FXE: 1.5L three-cylinder, 116-130bhp, 2020-present
• Both are full hybrids with eCVT

Every rebuilt engine supplied through EnginesMarket carries a minimum 12-month unlimited-mileage warranty. This covers the engine unit against manufacturing defects and component failure. Always confirm exact warranty terms - including labour coverage - with your chosen supplier before committing.

• 12-month unlimited-mileage warranty minimum
• Covers manufacturing defects and component failure
• Confirm labour coverage with your supplier

The Yaris Hybrid's 12V auxiliary battery only charges when the car is in READY mode. Repeated short trips or leaving the car parked for extended periods can lead to a flat battery. This is the most common complaint on Yaris Hybrids and is easily fixed with a new 12V battery (£120-£200) - don't assume the main hybrid battery has failed.

• 12V battery charges only in READY mode
• Short trips = insufficient charge
• New 12V battery: £120-£200