From 1989 to 1992, the company produced the 1.5-liter Toyota 5A-FHE gasoline engine, which was fitted to the sixth generation of the well-liked Corolla model or a comparable Sprinter. This power unit was basically a 5A-FE engine modified for sports.
The engines 8A-FE, 5A-FE, 5A-FHE, 4A-FE, 4A-FHE, 4A-GE, 4A-GZE, and 7A-FE are also members of the A family.
The engine was mounted on:
- Toyota Corolla 6 (E90) in 1989 – 1992;
- Toyota Sprinter 6 (E90) in 1989 – 1992.
Specifications
| Production years | 1989-1992 |
| Displacement, cc | 1498 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 105 |
| Torque output, Nm | 132 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 78.7 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 77 |
| Compression ratio | 9.5 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 3.0 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 2 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Toyota Corolla 1990) — city — highway — combined |
9.4 5.9 7.3 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~280 000 |
| Weight, kg | 127 |
Disadvantages of the 5A-FHE engine
This engine’s dependability has not decreased in the slightest despite the sporty settings;
Issues with ignition system components are most frequently discussed on specialized forums;
Additionally, the engine speed floats because the throttle and nozzles quickly get dirty here;
There are no hydraulic lifters, and the valve clearances need to be adjusted once every 100,000 kilometers. Long runs frequently result in an oil burner or knocking piston pins.