Toyota Land Cruiser 1990 4.5 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Toyota Land Cruiser 1990 4.5 24V 4WD has been produced from January, 1992 to January, 1997. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.5 litres, which produces power of 215 horsepower on 4600 rpm - this is the most powerfull Toyota Land Cruiser 1990 - 1998 version and torque 373 Nm (Newton metres) on 3200 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 360 up to 600 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Toyota Land Cruiser 4.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.4 litres.
Toyota Land Cruiser 1990 4.5 24V 4WD has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and Aisin AW30-43LE automatic gearbox with 4 gears. With proper servicing, Aisin AW30-43LE gearbox has an average lifespan (mileage before needing serious repairs or rebuild) of 350,000 km.
Very reliable gearbox, problems tend to occur only at very high mileages
Toyota Land Cruiser 1990 4.5 24V 4WD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 170 km/h.
Toyota Land Cruiser 1990 4.5 24V 4WD fuel consumption is 17.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (5.6 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 95 litres or 25.1 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 520 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.

Toyota Land Cruiser 1990 4.5 24V 4WD technical data
Model: | Toyota Land Cruiser 4.5 24V 4WD | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 1992. January ... 1997. January | ||
Engine: | 4477 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 215 HP ON 4600 RPM | Torque: | 373 NM ON 3200 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 170 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 17.8 (combined) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 95 litres (25.1 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.82m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.85m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 12 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 830 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1370 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2960 kg |
Toyota Land Cruiser 1990 4.5 24V 4WD engine 1FZ-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 | 4477 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 100 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 95 mm |
Compression ratio | 9 : 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. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Toyota Land Cruiser 1990 4.5 24V 4WD oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 7.4 litres (7.8 quarts) |
Power | 205 - 240 HP ON 4600 RPM |
Torque | 370 - 410 NM ON 3200 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1992 |
Duration of production | 17 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 1995 onwards. |
All Toyota Land Cruiser crossover [1990 - 1998] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Toyota Land Cruiser 1990 2.8D 4x4 Jan 1990 — Jan 1994 | 2.8 Diesel | 91 HP | - | Manual (5) |
Toyota Land Cruiser 1990 4.0 (FJ80) 4x4 Jan 1990 — Dec 1992 | 4.0 Petrol | 156 HP | 15.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Toyota Land Cruiser 1990 Customwagon 4.2 D 4x4 Jun 1990 — Feb 1992 | 4.2 Diesel | 131 HP | 14.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Toyota Land Cruiser 1990 Customwagon 4.2 TD 160 Hp 4x4 Jun 1990 — Jan 1995 | 4.2 Diesel | 160 HP | 12.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Toyota Land Cruiser 1995 Customwagon 4.2 TD 170 Hp 4x4
Jan 1995 — Apr 1998 Most powerfull diesel version (170 HP) |
4.2 Diesel | 170 HP | 11.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Toyota Land Cruiser 1995 Customwagon 4.5i 24V 4x4
Jan 1995 — Apr 1998 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.4 seconds |
4.5 Petrol | 205 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Toyota Land Cruiser 1992 4.5 24V 4WD
Jan 1992 — Jan 1997 Most powerfull petrol version (215 HP) |
4.5 Petrol | 215 HP | 17.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |