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Will the 2013 Prius engine fit Prius 2008?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by Lavi2005, Jul 29, 2019.

  1. Lavi2005

    Lavi2005 Junior Member

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    I want to change engine, is there a possibility to assemble a 2013 Prius engine? Is that even possible?
    Thanks!
     
    #1 Lavi2005, Jul 29, 2019
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    The specs are a bit different. 2008 being a Gen 2 and 2013 being a Gen 3 has its difficulties. Gen 2 has a 1.5 L (1NZ-FXE) which you will find on a Yaris or a Vios. wonderful reviews about economy. The Gen 3 has a 1.8 L (2ZR-FXE) nice all rounder too apart from the head gasket problem I have read about. For what I know the chances of it being a drop in is very unlikely.
    I would however think a Vios, Yaris will be possible since on paper they have the same engine code.
    I wish you good luck and success!
     
    #2 Max Taiwan, Jul 29, 2019
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    Could it be done quickly or with a reasonable budget? Not even remotely; zero chance of an easy day. But hey, I've seen a Toyota Tercel with Mercedes engine, so if you have too much money and/or time on your hands, knock yourself out.
     
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    It will not be a easy thing to do for sure. But can be a fun project! Live life buddy! What ever makes you happy!
    Maybe someone who has done it will be along soon to give you some pointers!
     
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    I’d go with the hellcat engine, it’s already done for gen 2.
     
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    The 1.5L Prius c engine might be a better fit.
     
    #6 Georgina Rudkus, Jul 29, 2019
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    Yepers same engine as the vios and Yaris the all run the (1NZ-FXE) but the good thing about it is the hybrid extra stuff should come with it. What ever they are!
     
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