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Toyota Highlander 3rd Generation (XU50)

20142019 · XU50 · suv

Third-gen Highlander launched with the 3.5L 2GR-FE V6 and 6-speed auto, then switched to the direct-injected 2GR-FKS V6 with an 8-speed automatic for the 2017 refresh. A 4-cylinder base trim and Hybrid (with the 2GR-FXE) were offered. Reputation for boring competence and high resale value.

Watch out: Owner reports of mid-gen 8-speed shift-feel complaints (similar to Tacoma 3rd-gen 6AT but less severe), and water-pump weeping on V6 engines past 80k mi.

What your Highlander takes

The parts and fluids that fit this generation. Specs we publish are confirmed against two independent sources; the rest fill in as we verify them.

  • Wiper blades26" driver · 20" passenger✓ VerifiedView
  • BatteryGroup 24F · 585 CCA min✓ VerifiedView
  • CoolantToyota Super Long Life Coolant (SLLC) · ~11.5 qtFrom owner's manualShop
  • Engine air filterParts in catalogShop
  • Cabin air filterParts in catalogShop
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  • ThermostatNot catalogued yetFind yours soon
  • A/C refrigerantNot catalogued yetFind yours soon
  • Fuel filterNot catalogued yetFind yours soon

Full clubhouse — owner Garage Lineage, common problems, year-by-year notes, and product picks — is on the build list.

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