Toyota 5S-FE
This is one of the most problem-free engines, but by 200,000 km oil consumption often begins. It helps to get rid of…
Toyota Harrier engines
The Toyota Harrier is a Japanese mid-size crossover vehicle manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation since 1997. In 2013, the 3rd generation of the model was released. In early 2014, a hybrid version of it was presented. The new car is built on the basis of the New MC platform, on which the 4th generation Toyota RAV4 is also based. The Harrier is marketed globally as Lexus RX. The car is named after a bird of prey.
The Toyota Harrier was offered with 8 engines since 1997 (8 petrol). Displacement ranges from 2.0 to 3.5 liters, power output from 130 to 280 hp. 6 use a timing chain and 2 a timing belt. 1 is turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Toyota 5S-FE (about 500,000 km).
Toyota Harrier engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Harrier 1 (XU10) 1997–2000 | |||||||
| Toyota 5S-FE | 1997–2000 | 2.2 L R4 | 130–140 hp | petrol | belt | 4.1 L | ~500,000 km |
| Toyota Harrier 2 (XU30) 2006–2009 | |||||||
| Toyota 2GR-FE | 2006–2009 | 3.5 L V6 | 250–280 hp | petrol | chain | 6.1 L | ~400,000 km |
| Toyota Harrier 3 (XU60) 2013–present | |||||||
| Toyota 5AR-FE | 2013–present | 2.5 L R4 | 179 hp | petrol | chain | 4.4 L | ~300,000 km |
| Toyota 2AR-FXE | 2013–present | 2.5 L R4 | 152–161 hp | petrol | chain | 4.4 L | ~300,000 km |
| Toyota 8AR-FTS | 2017–present | 2.0 L R4 | 231–245 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 4.9 L | ~200,000 km |
| Toyota Harrier 4 (XU80) 2020–present | |||||||
| Toyota M20A-FKS | 2020–present | 2.0 L R4 | 170–178 hp | petrol | chain | 4.3 L | ~250,000 km |
| Toyota A25A-FXS | 2020–present | 2.5 L R4 | 174–189 hp | petrol | chain | 4.5 L | ~250,000 km |
| Other Toyota Harrier engines generation not specified | |||||||
| Toyota 1MZ-FE | 1993–2008 | 3.0 L V6 | 168–220 hp | petrol | belt | 4.7 L | ~450,000 km |
Toyota Harrier engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Toyota Harrier?
Toyota Harrier 1 (XU10) (1997–2000): Toyota 5S-FE; Toyota Harrier 2 (XU30) (2006–2009): Toyota 2GR-FE; Toyota Harrier 3 (XU60) (2013–present): Toyota 5AR-FE, Toyota 2AR-FXE and Toyota 8AR-FTS; Toyota Harrier 4 (XU80) (2020–present): Toyota M20A-FKS and Toyota A25A-FXS.
Which Toyota Harrier engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Toyota Harrier engines are: Toyota 5S-FE — about 500,000 km; Toyota 1MZ-FE — about 450,000 km; Toyota 2GR-FE — about 400,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Toyota Harrier engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Toyota 1MZ-FE — 4.7 L (5W-30); Toyota 2AR-FXE — 4.4 L (5W-30); Toyota 2GR-FE — 6.1 L (5W-20, 5W-30); Toyota 5AR-FE — 4.4 L (5W-30); Toyota 5S-FE — 4.1 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Toyota 8AR-FTS — 4.9 L (5W-30); Toyota A25A-FXS — 4.5 L (0W-20); Toyota M20A-FKS — 4.3 L (0W-20).
Does the Toyota Harrier have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Toyota 2AR-FXE, Toyota 2GR-FE, Toyota 5AR-FE, Toyota 8AR-FTS, Toyota A25A-FXS and Toyota M20A-FKS; timing belt: Toyota 1MZ-FE and Toyota 5S-FE. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Toyota Harrier available with a diesel engine?
No, all Toyota Harrier engines in our database run on petrol.
Engine details
Toyota 1MZ-FE
At high mileage, the engine often begins an impressive oil burner.
Toyota 2GR-FE
In engines until 2010, the oil supply line to the phase regulators had a rubber part that could burst and the unit…
Toyota 2AR-FXE
The reliability of the engine is at a high level, it has almost no weak points.
Toyota 5AR-FE
In terms of reliability, this is one of the best engines for its time.
Toyota 8AR-FTS
A number of owners complain about extraneous sounds when the engine is running during a cold start.
Toyota A25A-FXS
Like all units with D-4S injection, it is quite demanding on the quality of gasoline.
Toyota M20A-FKS
So far, the bulk of complaints on specialized forums are related to its noisy work.
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