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Toyota Highlander XU50 (2013–2019): specs

Toyota Highlander XU50 (2013–2019) photo
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The Toyota Highlander XU50 is a crossover SUV produced from 2013 to 2019. It is the 3rd of 4 generations of the Highlander in our catalog.

Engines: 3.5 V6 (2GR-FE, from 2016 — 2GR-FKS), 249 hp. Transmission: automatic; all-wheel drive. Length 4,865 mm, wheelbase 2,790 mm, ground clearance 200 mm, fuel tank 72 L.

Facelift: 2016. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.

Specifications

Production years2013–2019
Bodycrossover SUV
Engine3.5 V6
Engine code2GR-FE, from 2016 — 2GR-FKS
Displacement3.5 L
Fuelpetrol
Power249 hp
Torque337 Nm
Transmissionautomatic, 6-speed
Gearbox model6AT Aisin U660F, from 2016 — 8AT
Driveall-wheel drive
Length4,865 mm
Width1,925 mm
Height1,730 mm
Wheelbase2,790 mm
Ground clearance200 mm
Fuel tank72 L

Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan

EngineUnder 10 years10–20 years (×0.7)
3.5 V6≈ 68,375 ₸≈ 47,862 ₸

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) →

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Powerful versions: up to 249 hp
  • All-wheel-drive versions available
  • Japanese Aisin automatic
  • High ground clearance: 200 mm

Cons

  • Engine Toyota 2GR-FE/FKS (3.5 V6): rubber VVT-i oil line can burst on early engines (before ~2010)
  • Aisin gearbox (Toyota/Lexus 4–8-speed automatic): jolts when shifting at high mileage

Common problems and what to check

Engine: Toyota 2GR-FE/FKS (3.5 V6)

  • rupture of the rubber VVT-i oil line on early engines (before ~2010)
  • water pump leak
  • valve cover gasket leaks

What to check when buying: whether the VVT-i oil line has been replaced with a metal one; coolant traces near the water pump.

Tip: Reliable V6; the water pump is usually replaced together with the accessory belt.

Gearbox: Aisin (Toyota/Lexus 4–8-speed automatic)

  • shift shocks at high mileage
  • solenoid wear from old oil

What to check when buying: shift smoothness with a warmed-up gearbox.

Tip: Reliable gearboxes; despite being "maintenance-free", it's better to change the oil every 60–80k km.

Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.

Tyre and wheel sizes

Factory sizes: tyres 245/60R18, 245/55R19; bolt pattern 5x114.3. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →

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FAQ

What engine does the Toyota Highlander XU50 have?

3.5 V6, code 2GR-FE, from 2016 — 2GR-FKS, 249 hp, 337 Nm.

What transmission does it have?

automatic (6AT Aisin U660F, from 2016 — 8AT).

What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?

Ground clearance 200 mm, fuel tank 72 l.

How much is the vehicle tax on the Toyota Highlander XU50 in Kazakhstan?

For 2026, about 68,375 ₸ 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.

Other generations

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