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Toyota Supra Mk IV (A80): specs, 2JZ engine and what owners say

Toyota Supra (Mk IV) in bright metallic orange, AI illustration

Supra Turbo A80 · 1993–1998

320horsepower
4.60–60 mph, sec
155mph top speed

3.0-liter twin-turbo 2JZ-GTE, 320 hp (US Turbo). Non-turbo 2JZ-GE, 220 hp.

In the films

  • The Fast and the Furious (2001)Brian O'Conner

    Brian brings a run-down orange 1994 Supra to Dom's garage, the crew rebuilds it, and at the end he hands Dom the keys.

  • 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003)Slap Jack

    Slap Jack drives a gold Supra Turbo. It is the same car Brian had in the first film, redone for the sequel.

Sold new in the US. Sold new in the US for the 1993 to 1998 model years. The Turbo was not sold in California-emissions states for 1998.

On this site: Toyota GR Supra (2020 on)

Film facts are plain text from the sources listed: no film stills, logos or likenesses. The picture above is an AI illustration of a stock car, not the film car. Every JDM car

Sources
  1. Toyota: 2024 GR Supra celebrates 45 years of legendary power (Toyota USA newsroom)
  2. fueleconomy.gov: 1993-1998 Toyota Supra listings (EPA)
  3. Toyota: Supra series chronology (Toyota USA newsroom)
  4. Wikipedia: The Fast and the Furious (2001 film)
  5. The Drive: Fast & Furious 1994 Toyota Supra rakes in $550,000 at Barrett-Jackson auction (Kristin V. Shaw, Jun 2021)
  6. Wikipedia: 2 Fast 2 Furious

A80 Supra · 1993–1998

How fast is the Supra?

Liftback coupe or targa, 1993–1998. 0–60 times are magazine tests where we have one, otherwise the maker's figure.

Supra

1993–1998

220 hpat 5,800 rpm, 2JZ-GE; 225 hp for 1998 with VVT-i

Naturally aspirated 3.0-liter 2JZ-GE. Toyota added VVT-i for 1998, worth 5 hp.

Torque
209 lb-fta 1994 Auto Channel test lists 210 lb-ft at 4,800 rpm
0–60 mph
6.2 sCar and Driver test
Gearbox
5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic, rear-driveEPA lists no manual non-turbo car for 1998
Weight
3,260 lb1993-94 car, 5-speed manual
Price new
$33,900non-turbo base price in a 1993-94 review
Sources
  1. Toyota: 2024 GR Supra celebrates 45 years of legendary power (Toyota USA newsroom)
  2. The Auto Channel: Toyota Supra (1994) review, non-turbo (Bill Russ)
  3. 0-60specs.com: Toyota Supra 0-60 runs by magazine (Car and Driver, MotorTrend, Road & Track)
  4. fueleconomy.gov: 1993-1998 Toyota Supra listings (EPA)
  5. Toyota: Supra series chronology (Toyota USA newsroom)
  6. Wikipedia: Toyota JZ engine

Supra Turbo

1993–1998

320 hpat 5,600 rpm

Sequential twin turbos and an intercooler on the 2JZ-GTE, plus the six-speed manual, Toyota's first.

Torque
315 lb-ftat 4,000 rpm
0–60 mph
4.6 sCar and Driver test
Top speed
155 mphelectronically limited
Gearbox
6-speed manual or 4-speed automatic, rear-driveGetrag/Toyota V160 six-speed; Turbo was automatic-only for 1996
Weight
3,532 lb1997 Turbo, 6-speed manual
Price new
$39,9001997 Turbo MSRP; $40,767 as tested
Sources
  1. Toyota: 2024 GR Supra celebrates 45 years of legendary power (Toyota USA newsroom)
  2. 0-60specs.com: Toyota Supra 0-60 runs by magazine (Car and Driver, MotorTrend, Road & Track)
  3. Toyota: Supra series chronology (Toyota USA newsroom)
  4. Wikipedia: Toyota JZ engine
  5. The Auto Channel: 1997 Toyota Supra Turbo review (Tom Hagin)
  6. Wikipedia: Toyota Supra

The engine: Toyota 2JZ-GTE

Toyota 2JZ-GTE engine, AI illustration

3.0-liter inline-6, sequential twin-turbo

LayoutInline-6, DOHC 24-valve, iron block, aluminum head
Output320 hp, 315 lb-ft (US)
Bore x stroke86 x 86 mm, 2,997 cc
TurbosSequential twin turbos made with Hitachi; US and European cars got CT12B units with stainless steel parts
StrengthAutocar's specialist says the bottom end is good for over 500 bhp

Engine's YouTube owner tone 46/100 · #1 of 2 Supra engines (videos about the Toyota 2JZ-GTE in every car that uses it, so it differs from this car's own tone below)

Toyota 2JZ-GTE engine page →

Known issues

  • Head gasketOutlet report

    The RAC calls blown head gaskets an early Supra bugbear. Signs are slow coolant loss, gurgling behind the dash and a temperature that climbs on hard runs.

    Fix: Replace the head gasket.

    1 owner complaint to NHTSA mentions it (1993–1998)
  • Turbo smokeOutlet report

    The RAC rates the turbos as fairly tough but says to walk away from a car blowing white smoke from the exhaust.

  • Rear differential noiseOutlet report

    Autocar says the diff is very strong but could clonk even when new, mostly going from reverse into first. A whine under load is the bad sign.

  • Tailgate rustOutlet report

    Autocar says the base of the tailgate, just below the rear window, is where Mk IV bodies rust.

Engine sources
  1. Toyota: 2024 GR Supra celebrates 45 years of legendary power (Toyota USA newsroom)
  2. Wikipedia: Toyota JZ engine
  3. The Auto Channel: 1997 Toyota Supra Turbo review (Tom Hagin)
  4. Autocar: Toyota Supra buying guide (Oct 2009)
  5. RAC: Toyota Supra (1993-1996) used car review (Andy Enright, Nov 2005)

What owners say on YouTube

55This car's YouTube owner tone, out of 100 · videos about this generation only (the engine's tone above covers every car with that engine)

Owners praise

Looks32%
Power and acceleration17%
Handling and steering16%
Interior and seats15%

Owners complain about

Nothing stands out.

Share of the 158 most-watched Supra videos that praise or criticize each topic (a praise or trouble word near it in the title or transcript).

Most-watched videos

Toyota Supra Compilation 2022 - BRUTAL Sounds!DutchMotorsport · 9.0M viewsMazda RX7 vs Toyota SUPRA INSANE 2 step competition!Drew Randall · 8.8M viewsMAZDA RX7 (FO35) 138ROTARY | TOYOTA SUPRA MK4 (2JZ-GTE) | MITSUBISHI EVO IX (4G63T) 🔥 #1to10MICHAEL GAMING · 7.8M views

Should you buy a Supra?

  • New, the Supra Turbo cost $39,900 (1997 Turbo MSRP; $40,767 as tested).
  • YouTube likes the 1994 best (58/100).
  • Budget for head gasket: 1 owner complaint mentions it. Replace the head gasket.
  • 1 recall campaign across 1993–1998 (all Supra versions). Check a VIN before you buy.
  • Repair costs: we don't have owner-reported repair costs for the Supra yet.
Sources
  1. The Auto Channel: 1997 Toyota Supra Turbo review (Tom Hagin)
All sources (13)
  1. Toyota: 2024 GR Supra celebrates 45 years of legendary power (Toyota USA newsroom) Toyota
  2. The Auto Channel: Toyota Supra (1994) review, non-turbo (Bill Russ) outlet
  3. 0-60specs.com: Toyota Supra 0-60 runs by magazine (Car and Driver, MotorTrend, Road & Track) magazine tests, aggregated
  4. fueleconomy.gov: 1993-1998 Toyota Supra listings (EPA) EPA
  5. Toyota: Supra series chronology (Toyota USA newsroom) Toyota
  6. Wikipedia: Toyota JZ engine Wikipedia
  7. The Auto Channel: 1997 Toyota Supra Turbo review (Tom Hagin) outlet
  8. Wikipedia: Toyota Supra Wikipedia
  9. Autocar: Toyota Supra buying guide (Oct 2009) outlet
  10. RAC: Toyota Supra (1993-1996) used car review (Andy Enright, Nov 2005) outlet
  11. Wikipedia: The Fast and the Furious (2001 film) Wikipedia
  12. The Drive: Fast & Furious 1994 Toyota Supra rakes in $550,000 at Barrett-Jackson auction (Kristin V. Shaw, Jun 2021) outlet
  13. Wikipedia: 2 Fast 2 Furious Wikipedia

Owner complaints to NHTSA

NHTSA files every Supra under SUPRA, so these counts include the non-turbo cars. Its model list has no 1996 Supra.

No Lemon Index for the Supra: the index is complaints per car sold, and sales by trim aren't published. These are raw counts.

12 complaints for 1993–1998.

19932
19947
19951
19971
19981

What they're about

Tires3
Vehicle speed control2
Steering2
Air bags2
Engine and engine cooling2

Recalls

  • 20V033000 Air Bags1997–1998

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 1998-2000 RAV4, 1998-1999 RAV4 EV and Celica and 1997-1998 Supra vehicles.

Source: NHTSA (api.nhtsa.gov). Check a VIN for open recalls on one car.

Quick answers

How fast is the Toyota Supra Turbo?

The A80 Supra Turbo makes 320 hp and 315 lb-ft. Car and Driver measured 0–60 mph in 4.6 seconds. Top speed: 155 mph (electronically limited).

What engine does the Toyota Supra (Mk IV) have?

The A80 Supra (1993–1998) uses the Toyota 2JZ-GTE, a 3.0-liter inline-6, sequential twin-turbo.

Which Toyota Supra (Mk IV) engine do YouTube owners like most?

Toyota 2JZ-GTE 46/100, Toyota 2JZ-GE 46/100. That's the tone of the most-watched videos about each engine, praise words against trouble words.

Which Fast and Furious movie is the Supra in?

The Fast and the Furious (2001): Brian brings a run-down orange 1994 Supra to Dom's garage, the crew rebuilds it, and at the end he hands Dom the keys. 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003): Slap Jack drives a gold Supra Turbo. It is the same car Brian had in the first film, redone for the sequel.

Was the Toyota Supra (Mk IV) sold in the US?

Yes. Sold new in the US for the 1993 to 1998 model years. The Turbo was not sold in California-emissions states for 1998.

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