Toyota 5.7L i-FORCE V8 (3UR-FE): years, specs & known problems

By CarWhere Research · Updated

The 3UR-FE is Toyota's 5.7-liter DOHC i-FORCE V8. It powered the 2007–2021 Tundra, 2008–2022 Sequoia and 2008–2021 Land Cruiser, rated at 381 hp and 401 lb-ft in all three. Toyota also sold a flex-fuel 3UR-FBE in the Tundra. Twin-turbo V6 engines replaced it in each model.

The 5.7L V8 uses an aluminum block and heads, double overhead cams with four valves per cylinder, dual independent VVT-i and an Acoustic Control Induction System that switches intake runner length in two stages. Toyota rates it at 381 hp and 401 lb-ft at 3,600 rpm, with 90 percent of peak torque available from 2,200 rpm, on regular fuel.

In the Tundra and Sequoia it was paired with a six-speed automatic; the Land Cruiser used a six-speed at first and an eight-speed in later years. Toyota offered a flex-fuel version, listed as the 3UR-FBE, in the Tundra. The 2021 Tundra, 2021 Land Cruiser and 2022 Sequoia were the last US models with the engine; the 2022 Tundra and 2023 Sequoia moved to the twin-turbo V6.

5.7L i-FORCE V8 (3UR-FE) at a glance

Toyota 3UR-FE 5.7-liter DOHC V8 (i-FORCE), US Tundra 2007–2021, Sequoia 2008–2022, Land Cruiser 2008–2021: model years, fuel and peak Toyota-published output
EngineModel yearsFuelPeak hpPeak torque (lb-ft)Documented problemsRecalls
Toyota 3UR-FE 5.7-liter DOHC V8 (i-FORCE), US Tundra 2007–2021, Sequoia 2008–2022, Land Cruiser 2008–20212007–2022Gasoline (regular); flex-fuel 3UR-FBE in some Tundras38140100

CarWhere lists 0 documented problems and 0 NHTSA recalls for the 5.7L i-FORCE V8 (3UR-FE), each with a source.

5.7L i-FORCE V8 (3UR-FE) specifications

5.7L i-FORCE V8 (3UR-FE): design facts (2007–2022)
SpecificationValue
Engine code3UR-FE (flex-fuel: 3UR-FBE)[9]
Layout5.7L V8, aluminum block and heads, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder[7]
Valve timingDual independent VVT-i[7]
IntakeAcoustic Control Induction System (two-stage runner length)[3]
Low-end torque90 percent of peak torque at 2,200 rpm[1]
FuelRegular-grade (87 AKI) gasoline[3]
Transmission (Tundra, Sequoia)Six-speed automatic[10]
Transmission (Land Cruiser)Six-speed automatic in 2011; eight-speed by 2018[6]
EPA: 2007 Tundra5.7 L V8, six-speed automatic[11]
EPA: 2015 Tundra5.7 L V8, six-speed automatic[12]
EPA: 2008 Sequoia5.7 L V8, six-speed automatic[13]
EPA: 2008 Land Cruiser5.7 L V8, six-speed automatic[14]
EPA: 2021 Land Cruiser5.7 L V8, eight-speed automatic[15]

5.7L i-FORCE V8 (3UR-FE) horsepower and torque by year

5.7L i-FORCE V8 (3UR-FE): Toyota-published horsepower (hp) and torque (lb-ft) by model year and application
Model yearsApplicationHorsepower (hp)Torque (lb-ft)Source
2010Sequoia381 hp at 5,600 rpm; 401 lb-ft at 3,600 rpm381401[1]
2011Tundra381401[2]
2011Land Cruiser381 hp at 5,600 rpm; 401 lb-ft at 3,600 rpm381401[3]
2014Tundra (gasoline and Flex Fuel)381401[4]
2018Sequoia381401[5]
2018Land Cruiser381401[6]
2021Tundra381401[7]
2021Land Cruiser381401[8]

"—" means we could not confirm the figure from a primary source.

Which vehicles have the 5.7L i-FORCE V8 (3UR-FE)?

Models and model years offered with the 5.7L i-FORCE V8 (3UR-FE)
ModelModel yearsNotes
Tundra2007–2021EPA lists a 5.7 L V8 for the 2007 Tundra; all 2021 Tundras used it
Sequoia2008–2022A 4.6L V8 was also offered from 2010
Land Cruiser (200 Series)2008–2021Sole powertrain

5.7L i-FORCE V8 (3UR-FE) issues by model

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Frequently asked questions

What years did the Tundra have the 5.7 V8?

The 5.7L i-FORCE V8 was offered in the Tundra from the 2007 model year through 2021, when it was the only engine. The 2022 Tundra switched to the twin-turbo V6 and i-FORCE MAX hybrid.

How much horsepower does the Toyota 5.7 V8 have?

Toyota rates the 3UR-FE at 381 hp at 5,600 rpm and 401 lb-ft at 3,600 rpm in the Tundra, Sequoia and Land Cruiser, with 90 percent of peak torque available from 2,200 rpm.

Does the Toyota 5.7 need premium gas?

No. Toyota specifies regular-grade (87 AKI) gasoline. Some Tundras were also sold in a flex-fuel version, listed as the 3UR-FBE, that can run on E85.

When did the Sequoia and Land Cruiser drop the V8?

The 2022 Sequoia was the last with the 5.7L; the 2023 Sequoia is i-FORCE MAX hybrid only. The 200 Series Land Cruiser ended after 2021, and the 2024 Land Cruiser returned with the 2.4L i-FORCE MAX hybrid.

Sources

Ratings are Toyota-published figures as cited; descriptions are CarWhere’s own summaries of the sources below. Repair costs appear only where a source states them and vary by shop and region.

  1. Toyota Sequoia Adds All-New 4.6-Liter V8, Wider Array of Standard Features for 2010 — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
  2. 2011 Toyota Tundra Gets More Powerful Base Engine — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
  3. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser Lives Up to Famous Legend — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
  4. Toyota Unveils 2014 Redesigned Tundra at 2013 Chicago Auto Show — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
  5. 2018 Toyota Sequoia: Big Power, Big Space, Big Capability — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
  6. 2018 Toyota Land Cruiser, a Global SUV Legend With Elegance — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
  7. 2021 Toyota Tundra Revs Up Big-Pickup Fun with New Trail and Nightshade Special Editions — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
  8. 200 Series Land Cruiser Heritage Edition Makes Second Climb in 2021 — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
  9. 2011 Toyota Tundra Quick Reference Guide — Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. (owner publications)
  10. 2022 Toyota Sequoia 2WD, 5.7 L V8 (fueleconomy.gov vehicle record) — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  11. 2007 Toyota Tundra 2WD, 5.7 L V8, 6-speed automatic (fueleconomy.gov vehicle record) — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  12. 2015 Toyota Tundra 2WD, 5.7 L V8 (fueleconomy.gov vehicle record) — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  13. 2008 Toyota Sequoia 2WD, 5.7 L V8 (fueleconomy.gov vehicle record) — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  14. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser Wagon 4WD, 5.7 L V8 (fueleconomy.gov vehicle record) — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  15. 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser Wagon 4WD, 5.7 L V8, 8-speed automatic (fueleconomy.gov vehicle record) — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)

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