Toyota GD engine

Toyota GD engine
1GD-FTV engine
Overview
ManufacturerToyota
Production2015–present
Layout
ConfigurationStraight-4
ValvetrainDOHC 4 valves x cyl.
Combustion
TurbochargerVariable nozzle with Intercooler
Fuel systemCommon rail Direct injection
Fuel typeDiesel
Cooling systemWater-cooled
Output
Power output150–253 PS (148–250 hp; 110–186 kW)
Torque output300–550 N⋅m (221–406 lb⋅ft; 31–56 kg⋅m)
Chronology
PredecessorToyota KD engine

The Toyota GD engine series is a diesel engine produced by Toyota which appeared in 2015. It replaced the Toyota KD engine series as a diesel engine series mainly oriented to body-on-frame vehicles. The GD engine featured Economy with Superior Thermal Efficient Combustion (ESTEC) technology.[1] Toyota claims they have a maximum thermal efficiency of 44 percent, "top class" at the time of introduction.[2]

The GD engine series is produced in three countries: in Japan, in Bangalore, India by Toyota Industries Engine India (TIEI), and in Chonburi, Thailand by Siam Toyota Manufacturing (STM).[3][4]

  1. ^ "Programme – 36th International Vienna Motor Symposium – Congress Center Hofburg Vienna – Session: New Diesel Engines". OVK. Austria. Archived from the original on 2015-02-22. Retrieved 2015-05-06.
  2. ^ "Toyota's Revamped Turbo Diesel Engines Offer More Torque, Greater Efficiency and Lower Emissions | Toyota Motor Corporation Official Global Website". global.toyota. Retrieved 2020-06-08.
  3. ^ "Toyota opens new diesel engine plant in India". Autocar Professional India. 2016-06-23. Retrieved 2022-02-16.
  4. ^ "Toyota GD engines to use Yokohama teflon hose piping". Rubber News. 2016-08-11. Retrieved 2022-02-16.