Toyota Previa 2003 2.4 16v VVT-i

Toyota Previa 2003 2.4 petrol description

Minivan / MPV Toyota Previa 2003 2.4 16v VVT-i has been produced from September, 2003 to November, 2005. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.4 litres, which produces power of 156 horsepower on 5600 rpm - this is the most powerfull Toyota Previa 2003 - 2005 version and torque 225 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available.
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A fairly robust engine, easy to maintain and spare parts are readily available. Not too  ...  This Toyota Previa 2.4 engine oil type is 5W-20, 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5 litres.

Toyota Previa 2003 2.4 16v VVT-i has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Toyota Previa 2003 2.4 16v VVT-i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 185 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Toyota Previa 2003 2.4 16v VVT-i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.4 litres per 100km (10.6 km/l), city fuel economy - 12.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 75 litres or 19.82 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 920 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Toyota is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Toyota Previa fuel consumption.

Toyota Previa safety

During safety testing Toyota Previa has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Toyota Previa is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Toyota Previa got one star.

With the same engine there is also Toyota Previa version with automatic gearbox (Toyota Previa 2003 2.4 16v VVT-i Automatic AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.4 seconds later (in 11.4 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.4 litres per 100 km or 15 % - 10.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 10.4 litres per 100 km.
Toyota Previa 2.4 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Toyota Previa 2003

Toyota Previa 2003 2.4 16v VVT-i technical data

Model: Toyota Previa 2.4 16v VVT-i
Body style: Minivan / MPV
Production period: 2003. September ... 2005. November 
Engine: 2362 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 226 g/km
Power: 156 HP ON 5600 RPM Torque: 225 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 185 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.4 (combined) 12.2 (urban) 8.0 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.2 l/100km (25.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 75 litres (19.8 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.78m (length) 1.79m (width) 1.78m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.6 meters
Seats: 8 seats
Trunk capacity: 495 litres
Trunk max capacity: 2370 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2240 kg

Toyota Previa 2003 2.4 16v VVT-i engine 2AZ-FE

Engine reliability and common problems:

A fairly robust engine, easy to maintain and spare parts are readily available. Not too sensitive to fuel quality. High oil consumption and relatively short chain life (around 170 000 km).
Engine displacement 2362 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 88.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 96 mm
Compression ratio 9.6 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

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Timing chain change interval 150,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Injection
Toyota Previa 2003 2.4 16v VVT-i oil type 5W-20, 5W-30
Oil capacity 5 litres (5.3 quarts) More service info
Power 145 - 170 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque 215 - 225 NM ON 4000 RPM
Start of production (year) 2000
Duration of production 19 years
Engine also used on Toyota RAV4 Toyota Camry

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Toyota Previa minivan [2003 - 2005] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Toyota Previa 2003 2.0 D4-D 2.0 Diesel 116 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Toyota Previa 2003 2.4 16v VVT-i

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11 seconds
Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.4 Petrol 156 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Toyota Previa 2003 2.4 16v VVT-i Automatic 2.4 Petrol 156 HP 10.8 l/100km Automatic (4)
Toyota Previa 2003 reviews
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