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.
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 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.
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.