Since 2015, the 1.3-liter Toyota 1NR-VE engine has been manufactured in Japan and is limited to small models available in Southeast Asian automotive markets. Every version of the engine has a Dual VVT-i variable valve timing system.
The engines in the NR family are 3NR-FE, 8NR-FTS, 1NR-FE, 1NR-VE, 1NR-FKE, 2NR-FE, 2NR-VE, and 2NR-FKE.
The engine was mounted on:
- Toyota Avanza F650 since 2015;
- Perodua Bezza since 2016;
- Perodua Myvi since 2017.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2015 |
| Displacement, cc | 1329 |
| Fuel system | injector MPI |
| Power output, hp | 90 – 95 |
| Torque output, Nm | 115 – 120 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 72.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 80.5 |
| Compression ratio | 11.5 |
| Features | ETCS-i |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | Dual VVT-i |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-20 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 3.4 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4/5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Toyota Avanza 2016) — city — highway — combined |
6.3 4.6 5.3 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~200 000 |
| Weight, kg | 98 |
Disadvantages of the 1NR-VE engine
Only the oil burner and the motor’s loud operation are complained about on specialized forums;
Here, a water pump and ignition coils frequently malfunction.