Vehicle Segment:
Mid-size Crossover SUV
Target Audience:
Families seeking utility, comfort, and Toyota's reliability
Key Competitors:
Honda CR-V, Ford Edge, Chevrolet Equinox, Nissan Murano
Vehicle Philosophy:
Combines car-like comfort with SUV practicality and off-road capability (mild)
Design Philosophy:
Emphasis on interior space, safety, and user-friendly features
Engine:
3.5L V6 (2GR-FE), 2.4L 4-Cylinder (2AZ-FE)
Transmission:
5-Speed Automatic (U151E), 6-Speed Manual (GS60A - Less Common)
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD), All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Suspension:
Front: MacPherson Strut, Rear: Multi-Link Beam
Brakes:
Front: Ventilated Discs, Rear: Solid Discs; ABS, EBD, BA
Steering:
Power Assisted Rack and Pinion
Electrical:
Battery, Charging System, Starting System, Ignition System, Lighting, Fuses, Relays, Body Control Modules (BCM), Powertrain Control Modules (PCM)
HVAC:
Air Conditioning, Heating, Ventilation, Climate Control System
Body:
Body Panel Repair, Doors, Windows, Mirrors, Sunroof, Bumpers
Interior:
Seating, Dashboard, Trim Panels, Audio System, Navigation System
Safety Systems:
Airbags, Seatbelts, Child Restraint Systems (ISOFIX/LATCH)
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, belt inspection/replacement
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting guides, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), circuit diagrams
Repair:
Component replacement, engine overhaul, transmission service, brake system repair, suspension component replacement, electrical system repair
Specifications:
Torque specifications, alignment data, fluid capacities, electrical resistance values
Technical Bulletins:
Includes information often found in Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs)
Depth:
Comprehensive from basic owner maintenance to full engine and transmission rebuilds
Engine Type 1:
3.5L V6, DOHC, 24-valve, Dual VVT-i
Horsepower 1:
268 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque 1:
248 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm
Engine Type 2:
2.4L 4-Cylinder, DOHC, 16-valve, VVT-i
Horsepower 2:
187 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque 2:
163 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI), Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline, 87 Octane (minimum)
Emission Controls:
California Emission Controls (PZEV on some models), Federal Emission Controls
Transmission Type Standard:
5-Speed Automatic (U151E)
Transmission Type Optional:
6-Speed Manual (GS60A)
Transmission Features:
Electronically Controlled Transmission (ECT), AI Shift Control
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Toyota ATF WS (World Standard)
Manual Transmission Fluid:
GL-4, API Service Classification
NHTSA Frontal Crash Rating:
5-Star (Driver and Passenger)
NHTSA Side Impact Rating:
5-Star (Front and Rear Passenger)
IIHS Front Crash Test Rating:
Good
IIHS Side Crash Test Rating:
Good
IIHS Rear Crash Protection Rating:
Good
ABS:
Anti-lock Braking System
Ebd:
Electronic Brake-force Distribution
Traction Control:
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC)
Airbags:
Driver and front passenger airbags, front side airbags, three-row side curtain airbags
Seatbelts:
Three-point seatbelts with pretensioners and force limiters
Child Seat Anchors:
LATCH/ISOFIX system
Audio System:
AM/FM/CD/MP3 with 6 speakers (standard), optional JBL premium audio, optional navigation system
Display:
Multi-information display in instrument cluster
Backup Camera:
Optional, integrated with navigation system
Auxiliary Input:
Standard 3.5mm auxiliary audio input jack
Bluetooth:
Optional (hands-free calling and audio streaming)
Oil Change Interval:
5,000 - 10,000 miles or 6-12 months (depending on oil type and driving conditions)
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 30,000 miles or as needed based on conditions
Cabin Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000 - 30,000 miles
Spark Plug Replacement 4Cyl:
Iridium: 100,000 - 120,000 miles
Spark Plug Replacement V6:
Iridium: 100,000 - 120,000 miles
Coolant Replacement:
First replacement at 100,000 miles, then every 50,000 miles
Engine Oil Type 4Cyl:
0W-20 or 5W-30 Synthetic (API certified)
Engine Oil Capacity 4Cyl:
4.5 US quarts (with filter)
Engine Oil Type V6:
0W-20 or 5W-30 Synthetic (API certified)
Engine Oil Capacity V6:
6.4 US quarts (with filter)
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4
Power Steering Fluid:
Toyota Genuine Power Steering Fluid or equivalent Dexron III type
Differential Fluid AWD:
Hypoid Gear Oil SAE 80W-90 (API GL-5)
Common Problem 1:
Oil consumption in V6 engines (especially earlier models), often related to piston rings or PCV system
Common Problem 2:
Water pump leaks (common on many Toyota engines, especially with age)
Common Problem 3:
Catalytic converter issues (can be due to various factors, including misfires)
Common Problem 4:
Sticky door seals or locks, particularly in cold climates
Common Problem 5:
ABS actuator failure (less common but reported)
Manufacturer Reputation:
Toyota is globally renowned for reliability, durability, and quality (e.g., Camry, Corolla legacy)
Generation:
Second Generation (XU40, 2004-2007)
Introduction Year:
2001 (First Generation)
Assembly Location:
Takaoka, Japan; Cambridge, Ontario, Canada
