Used Toyota Engines for Sale
Based in Nicholasville, Kentucky, just south of Lexington, we supply used Toyota engines to drivers, mechanics, and shops across the Bluegrass State and ship nationwide. Whether you drive a Camry, a Tacoma, a RAV4, or a 4Runner, we either have your engine in stock or can source it fast through our nationwide network. Find your model below, or send us your VIN and we will confirm the exact engine your Toyota needs.
Shop Used Toyota Engines by Model
Every Toyota model we carry links straight to its live inventory, where you can see the donor vehicles in stock with their year, mileage, and VIN. If your model is listed, we have parts for it, and engines are one of the components we move most.
Why Buy a Used Toyota Engine?
A used Toyota engine costs a fraction of a new or remanufactured unit while delivering the same factory design your vehicle was built around. On a Toyota that is sound everywhere except the engine, dropping in a low-mileage used unit is usually the fastest and most economical way back to the road.
The value here is amplified by Toyota’s reputation. These engines are engineered for exceptionally long service lives, and Toyotas routinely run past 200,000 and even 300,000 miles when maintained. When a donor vehicle is retired early by a collision, the engine is frequently untouched by whatever ended the car’s life, which means a used engine from that donor still has an enormous amount of lifespan ahead of it. You are buying proven factory hardware with a well-earned reputation for durability.
Compare the three common paths when a Toyota engine fails:
New OEM engine from a dealer
Delivers full life but at the highest cost, often approaching or exceeding the value of an older vehicle.
Remanufactured engine
Rebuilds your existing or a core block, with quality that depends heavily on the rebuilder and labor cost baked in.
Quality used engine
Gives you a complete, factory-assembled unit that already proved itself on the road, at the lowest cost of the three when sourced from a low-mileage, documented donor.
For most drivers with a sound Toyota, the used engine wins the value math outright, and it does so with a brand engineered to keep running long after other engines quit.
Toyota Engine Families We Stock
Toyota runs several dependable engine families across its lineup, and knowing which one your vehicle uses is the first step to buying the right used engine. Match the engine, not just the model year, because a single Toyota model can offer more than one engine depending on trim and configuration.
The Toyota engine families you will encounter most:
2.5L four-cylinder engines
(such as the A25 and older 2AR), the durable workhorses in the Camry, RAV4, and Highlander that anchor Toyota's reliability reputation.
V6 engines
(the 2GR and newer V35A family), found in the Tacoma, Highlander, Sienna, Avalon, and Tundra, prized for smooth, long-lasting power.
4.0L V6
(1GR), the rugged engine behind the 4Runner and earlier Tacoma's off-road longevity.
Hybrid powertrains
In the Prius, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna, and Venza, where the engine is part of a larger hybrid system rather than a standalone swap.
Boxer engines
The horizontally-opposed units in the 86 and GR86 sports coupes.
One important note on hybrids: a Toyota hybrid’s engine is integrated with the hybrid system, so it is not a simple standalone drop-in the way a conventional Camry or Corolla engine is. If your Toyota is a hybrid, the conversation shifts toward the wider powertrain, and our team can help you source the right components.
How Many Miles Is Too Many on a Used Toyota Engine?
A used Toyota engine with under 100,000 miles from a well-maintained donor has substantial life left, and thanks to Toyota’s durability, many of these engines run reliably well past 200,000 miles. Mileage is your starting point, but donor history, how the miles were driven, and why the vehicle was retired matter just as much as the odometer number.
Toyota’s longevity works in your favor here more than with almost any other brand. A used engine with 80,000 or 90,000 miles is genuinely a low-mileage unit for a Toyota, not a gamble, because these engines are designed to keep going. A low-mileage engine from a collision-retired donor is often in excellent shape, since the crash never touched it. We document donor mileage and history on every engine so you are weighing real information rather than guessing.
What to Verify Before You Buy
Before buying any used Toyota engine, verify the engine matches your vehicle’s exact configuration, confirm the donor mileage and history, and get the warranty in writing. These three checks prevent the overwhelming majority of bad used-engine purchases. Here is what we confirm with every buyer:
Interchange match to your VIN
Since the same Ford engine can span several model years and trims, and the correct interchange number is what guarantees the unit fits your truck or car’s mounts, wiring, and emissions setup.
Engine configuration
Whether you need a long block, a complete drop-in engine, or a specific assembly, so you know exactly what is included and what you will transfer over.
Warranty coverage
Backed by our standard one-year warranty with options to extend coverage and add labor protection, which matters on an engine given the significant install labor involved.
Donor mileage and a real photo
A real photo of the actual engine you will receive, never a stock image.
Why Buy Your Toyota Engine From A Plus Auto?
Every used Toyota engine we sell is inspected against our A+ grade standard, cleaned in-house, photographed from multiple angles, and backed by a one-year warranty, with more than 100,000 graded parts across our inventory and a nationwide sourcing network behind it. What you see online is what arrives at your door.
We built our process around the things that make used engines risky when you buy them elsewhere. Parts are tested and graded rather than pulled blind, so you are not gambling on condition. Donor details come with every engine, so mileage and history are transparent. Orders ship within 24 hours and arrive cleaned and protected. And a real warranty stands behind every unit, because we expect our engines to perform. That is the difference between an inspected engine from A Plus Auto and an as-is unit off a junkyard shelf.
Serving customers from our warehouse at 2125 Catnip Hill Road in Nicholasville, KY, we are a short drive from Lexington and easy to reach for buyers across central Kentucky, from Louisville and Georgetown to Richmond, Danville, and Frankfort. Local customers can arrange pickup, and we ship used Toyota engines to car owners, mechanics, and repair shops nationwide. Toyotas hold their value and stay on Kentucky roads for years, and we help keep them running for less.
Frequently Asked Questions About Used Toyota Engines
How much does a used Toyota engine cost?
The price of a used Toyota engine depends on the model, engine family, and donor mileage, with a used unit typically costing a fraction of a new or remanufactured engine. A V6 or hybrid unit runs higher than a four-cylinder, and a low-mileage donor commands more than a high-mileage one. Send us your VIN for an exact quote on the engine your Toyota needs.
Are used Toyota engines reliable?
Yes, used Toyota engines are among the most reliable used engines you can buy, because Toyota engineers them for exceptionally long service lives and many run well past 200,000 miles. A used engine from a low-mileage, collision-retired donor often has most of its lifespan intact. Every engine we sell is tested against our A+ grade standard and backed by a one-year warranty.
What warranty comes with a used Toyota engine from A Plus Auto?
Every used Toyota engine includes our standard one-year warranty, with options to extend coverage and add labor protection. Labor protection is worth considering on an engine, since the install labor is significant and coverage protects you if a unit ever needs to come back out.
How do I know which Toyota engine fits my vehicle?
Match the engine by your VIN and interchange number, not just the model year, because a single Toyota model can offer more than one engine depending on trim and configuration. Give our team your VIN and we confirm the exact interchange before you buy, so the engine that arrives fits your Toyota’s mounts, wiring, and emissions setup.
Do you sell used Toyota hybrid engines?
Yes, we stock and source engines and components for Toyota hybrids like the Prius, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna, and Venza. Because a hybrid’s engine is integrated with the hybrid system rather than a standalone unit, our team helps you identify the right components for your specific hybrid setup.
Can I get a used Toyota engine near Lexington, KY?
Yes. Our warehouse is in Nicholasville, about 15 minutes south of Lexington, so central Kentucky customers can arrange local pickup, and we ship nationwide for everyone else. We serve buyers across Lexington, Louisville, Georgetown, Richmond, Frankfort, and beyond.
What is included with a used Toyota engine, a long block or a complete engine?
It depends on the unit, which is why we confirm the configuration before you buy. A long block includes the block, crankshaft, pistons, and cylinder head, while a complete or drop-in engine comes with more accessories attached. We tell you exactly what is included so you know what you will transfer over during the install.
Find Your Used Toyota Engine Today
Ready to replace your Toyota engine without overpaying? Find your model above to browse live inventory, or search the full Toyota parts inventory by year, model, and part type. Every used Toyota engine is inspected, graded A+, cleaned, photographed, and backed by a one-year warranty. Send us your VIN or submit a part inquiry, and get the right engine matched to your Toyota the first time.