Since 2015, the Japanese company has been producing the 3.5-liter V6 Toyota 2GR-FKS engine, which powers vehicles like the Camry, Sienna, and Highlander as well as the Lexus RX350, ES350, and IS350. Atkinson cycle operation and D-4S combined fuel injection are features of this engine.
The engine was mounted on:
- Toyota Alphard 3 (AH30) since 2018;
- Toyota Avalon 5 (XX50) since 2018;
- Toyota Camry 8 (XV70) since 2017;
- Toyota Highlander 3 (XU50) in 2016 – 2019; Highlander 4 (XU70) since 2019;
- Toyota Sienna 3 (XL30) in 2017 – 2020;
- Toyota Tacoma 3 (N300) since 2015;
- Lexus ES350 7 (XZ10) since 2018;
- Lexus GS350 4 (L10) in 2015 – 2020;
- Lexus IS350 3 (XE30) since 2018;
- Lexus LS350 5 (XF50) since 2017;
- Lexus RC350 1 (XC10) since 2018;
- Lexus RX350 4 (AL20) since 2015.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2015 |
| Displacement, cc | 3456 |
| Fuel system | combined injection |
| Power output, hp | 280 – 315 |
| Torque output, Nm | 360 – 380 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum V6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 94 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 83 |
| Compression ratio | 11.8 |
| Features | Atkinson cycle |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | VVT-iW + VVT-i |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 0W-20 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.5 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 5/6 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Lexus RX 350 2017) — city — highway — combined |
12.7 6.9 9.0 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~300 000 |
| Weight, kg | 167 |
Disadvantages of the 2GR-FKS engine
This power unit is regarded as dependable, and no significant damage was found;
They frequently complain about oil leaks, particularly on the timing cover, on specialized forums;
Because of the canister purge electrovacuum valve’s wedge, engine speed frequently floats;
This series of motors was recalled in order to replace the low pressure fuel pump;
Short-lived ignition coils and a pump are additional engine flaws.