Stepwgn IV (RK) vs Estima III (XR50): which is better?
Honda Stepwgn IV (RK) (2009–2015) vs Toyota Estima III (XR50) (2006–2019): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Honda Stepwgn IV (RK)
Toyota Estima III (XR50)Specifications
| Honda Stepwgn IV (RK) | Toyota Estima III (XR50) | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2009–2015 | 2006–2019 |
| Body | minivan | minivan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 2.0 | 2.4 |
| Power, up to | 150 hp | 170 hp |
| Torque, up to | 193 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Gearbox | CVT | CVT |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 690 mm | 4 795 mm |
| Width | 1 695 mm | 1 800 mm |
| Height | 1 815 mm | 1 730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 855 mm | 2 950 mm |
| Fuel tank | 55 L | 65 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 16 475 ₸ | ≈ 28 750 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Honda Stepwgn IV (RK)
Pros
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Honda CVT: jerks when pulling away as it wears
Gearbox (Honda CVT): jerks when pulling away once worn; bearing wear.
Toyota Estima III (XR50)
Pros
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Toyota 2AZ-FE engine (2.4): oil consumption due to stuck piston rings (especially before 2009)
- CVT: service history matters
Engine (Toyota 2AZ-FE (2.4)): oil consumption due to stuck piston rings (especially before 2009); stripped cylinder head bolt threads in the aluminum block; water pump leak.
Which one to choose
- Stepwgn IV (RK) — if you care more about: kz tax 2026.
- Estima III (XR50) — if you care more about: power, torque, wheelbase, fuel tank.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: Stepwgn IV (RK) or Estima III (XR50)?
Stepwgn IV (RK): up to 150 hp, Estima III (XR50): up to 170 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Stepwgn IV (RK) — about 16 475 ₸, Estima III (XR50) — about 28 750 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.