JDM Toyota Caldina ST215 4TH GEN 3S-GTE 2.0L TURBO Engine For Sale

Description

JDM Toyota Caldina ST215 4TH GEN 3S-GTE 2.0L TURBO Engine For Sale

The 3S-GTE is one of Toyota’s legendary high-performance turbocharged four-cylinder engines, and the ST215 version represents a major evolution of the platform. Toyota’s factory specifications list the ST215 GT-T with a 1,998 cc DOHC 16-valve turbocharged 3S-GTE producing 260 PS at 6,000 rpm.

Engine: Toyota 3S-GTE
Generation: 4th Generation
Original Application: Toyota Caldina GT-T ST215
Displacement: 1,998 cc / 2.0L
Configuration: Inline 4-Cylinder
Valve Train: DOHC 16-Valve
Aspiration: Turbocharged
Turbocharger: Toyota CT15B-type integrated turbo/exhaust manifold
Compression Ratio: Approximately 9.0:1
Maximum Power: 260 PS @ 6,000 rpm
Maximum Torque: Approximately 324–325 Nm
Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection
Ignition: Coil-on-Plug
Intercooler: Air-to-Air
Original Drivetrain: AWD Caldina GT-T

The Gen 4 engine features a 9.0:1 compression ratio, coil-on-plug ignition, side-feed intake configuration and air-to-air intercooling. The turbo/exhaust manifold arrangement is distinctive to this generation, making it important to verify the included components when purchasing a complete engine package.

This engine is particularly popular for Toyota MR2 SW20 engine swaps, Celica projects, performance builds, track cars and other Toyota applications where a strong 2.0L turbocharged powerplant is desired.

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

• Genuine Toyota 3S-GTE 4th Generation

• 1,998 cc / 2.0L displacement

• Inline 4-cylinder configuration

• DOHC 16-valve

• Turbocharged and intercooled

• Approximately 260 PS

• Approximately 324–325 Nm torque

• Approximately 9.0:1 compression ratio

• Coil-on-plug ignition

• Electronic fuel injection

• Air-to-air intercooler system

• Caldina ST215-specific intake/exhaust configuration

• JDM specification

• Originally fitted to the Toyota Caldina GT-T ST215

• Popular choice for MR2 SW20 conversions

TURBO & ENGINE FEATURES

The Gen 4 3S-GTE uses a compact turbo/exhaust-manifold arrangement, with the turbine housing integrated into the exhaust manifold. It also received revised ignition and intake systems compared with earlier 3S-GTE generations.

SUITABLE FOR

• Toyota MR2 SW20 turbo conversions

• Toyota Celica projects

• Caldina ST215 restoration

• Performance and track builds

• 3S-GTE engine swaps

• Toyota AWD/turbo projects

• Custom high-performance applications

 

Parts Included

• Engine (Head & Block)
• Intake Manifold
• Exhaust Manifold
• ECU
• Wiring Harness
• Oil Pan
• Turbo
• Fuel Rails
• Corresponding Alternator
• Power Steering
• Sensors