Toyota 4 Runner 3.0 V6

Toyota 4-Runner 1989 3.0 petrol description

Crossover / SUV Toyota 4 Runner 3.0 V6 has been produced from January, 1990 to December, 1993. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 143 horsepower on 4600 rpm - this is the most powerfull Toyota 4-Runner 1989 - 1995 version and torque 245 Nm (Newton metres) on 3400 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 1 and Euro 2 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Toyota 4-Runner 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.

Toyota 4 Runner 3.0 V6 has part time 4WD (four-wheel drive must be engaged and must not be used on pavement) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Toyota 4 Runner 3.0 V6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 15.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 165 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Toyota 4 Runner 3.0 V6 fuel consumption is 14.6 litres per 100km (6.8 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 440 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.

With the same engine there is also Toyota 4-Runner version with automatic gearbox (Toyota 4 Runner 3.0 V6 Automatic AT 4x4) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 14.7 litres per 100 km.
Toyota 4-Runner 1989

Toyota 4 Runner 3.0 V6 technical data

Model: Toyota 4 Runner 3.0 V6
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 1990. January ... 1993. December 
Engine: 2959 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 143 HP ON 4600 RPM Torque: 245 NM ON 3400 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 165 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 15.3 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 14.6 (combined)
Fuel tank capacity: 65 litres (17.2 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.49m (length) 1.69m (width) 1.75m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.4 meters
Ground clearance: 210 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 1200 litres
Trunk max capacity: 2100 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2510 kg

Toyota 4 Runner 3.0 V6 engine 3VZ-E

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 2958 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 87.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 82 mm
Compression ratio 9 : 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
Toyota 4 Runner 3.0 V6 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts)
Coolant capacity 9 litres (9.5 quarts)
Power 145 - 150 HP ON 4600 RPM
Torque 245 NM ON 3400 RPM
Start of production (year) 1988
Duration of production 7 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 1991 onwards.

All Toyota 4-Runner crossover [1989 - 1995] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Toyota 4-Runner 1989 2.4 4x4

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.4 Petrol 114 HP 13.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Toyota 4 Runner 2.4 TD 4x4 Apr 1990 — Dec 1993 2.4 Diesel 90 HP 11.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Toyota 4 Runner 3.0 V6 4x4 Jan 1990 — Dec 1993

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 15.3 seconds

3.0 Petrol 143 HP 14.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Toyota 4 Runner 3.0 V6 Automatic 4x4 Mai 1993 — Dec 1993

Most powerfull petrol version (143 HP)
Only version with automatic transmission

3.0 Petrol 143 HP 14.7 l/100km Automatic (4)
Toyota 4-Runner 1991 3.0 TD 4x4 Jan 1991 — Dec 1995

Most powerfull diesel version (125 HP)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 125 HP 11.5 l/100km Manual (5)
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