The Toyota Highlander I (XU20) is a crossover SUV produced from 2000 to 2007. It is the 1st of 4 generations of the Highlander in our catalog.
Engines: 3.0 V6 (1MZ-FE), 223 hp. Transmission: automatic; all-wheel drive. Length 4,685 mm, wheelbase 2,715 mm, fuel tank 72 L.
Facelift: 2003. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.
Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →
Engine: Toyota 1MZ-FE (3.0 V6)
- ring coking and oil consumption
- cracked engine mounts
What to check when buying: oil consumption; vibration at idle and when engaging a gear.
Tip: Timing belt on schedule.
Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.
What engine does the Toyota Highlander I (XU20) have?
3.0 V6, code 1MZ-FE, 223 hp, 298 Nm.
What transmission does it have?
automatic (4AT).
What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?
Fuel tank 72 l.
How much is the vehicle tax on the Toyota Highlander I (XU20) in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, about 42,425 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.