Lexus ES 2001 3.3 petrol description
Sedan Lexus ES 2001 330 has been produced from January, 2004 to December, 2006. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.3 litres, which produces power of 228 horsepower on 5600 rpm - this is the most powerfull Lexus ES 2001 - 2006 version and torque 325 Nm (Newton metres) on 3600 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (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. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 360 000 to 600 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Lexus ES 3.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.7 litres.
Lexus ES 2001 330 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Lexus ES 2001 330 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 230 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Lexus ES 2001 330 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.5 litres per 100km (10.5 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Lexus ES 2001 - 2006 versions, city fuel economy - 11.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.

Lexus ES 2001 330 technical data
Model: | Lexus ES 330 | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2004. January ... 2006. December | ||
Engine: | 3303 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 228 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 325 NM ON 3600 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 230 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.2 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.5 (combined) 11.8 (urban) 8.1 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.83m (length) 1.79m (width) 1.46m (height) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 410 litres |
Lexus ES 2001 330 engine 3MZ-FE
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 3310 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 92 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 83 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.8 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Lexus ES 2001 330 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.7 litres (5 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 9.2 litres (9.7 quarts) |
Power | 225 - 255 HP ON 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 - 350 NM ON 3600 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Toyota |
Start of production (year) | 2002 |
Duration of production | 13 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2005 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Lexus RX Toyota Sienna |
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 Lexus ES sedan [2001 - 2006] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
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Lexus ES 2001 3.0 300
Jan 2001 — Jan 2006 Most fuel efficient version |
3.0 Petrol | 213 HP | 9.2 l/100km |
Lexus ES 2004 3.3 330
Jan 2004 — Dec 2006 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds |
3.3 Petrol | 228 HP | 9.5 l/100km |