The 1MZ-FE is a 3.0 L (2994 cc) dual overhead cam (DOHC) V6 engine. Bore is 87.5 mm and stroke is 83 mm. Output is 168–194 hp @ 5200–5400 rpm with 183–209 lb·ft of torque at 4400 rpm. Horsepower ratings dropped after the Society of Automotive Engineers implemented a new power measurement system for vehicle engines, Toyota engines rated on 87 octane dropped the most, compared to the same engines used by Lexus rated on 91 octane. It has bucket tappets and was designed for good fuel economy without an overall performance trade-off. Over all, these engines are highly reliable if properly maintained and can reach well over 200,000 miles.
The 1MZ-FE was on Ward's 10 Best Engines list for 1996.[WIKI]
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