Toyota 3.5L V6 (2GR-FKS): years, specs & known problems
By CarWhere Research · Updated
The 2GR-FKS is Toyota's 3.5-liter V6 with D-4S direct and port injection and VVT-iW. It powered the 2016–2023 Tacoma at 278 hp, the 2017–2022 Highlander at 295 hp, the 2017–2020 Sienna at 296 hp and the 2018–2024 Camry at 301 hp. Toyota replaced it with turbo fours and hybrids.
The 2GR-FKS arrived in the 2016 Tacoma as a 3.5L Atkinson-capable V6 with D-4S, which combines direct and port fuel injection, and VVT-iW wide-range intake cam timing. For 2017 it replaced the older 3.5L in the Highlander and Sienna, adding 25 to 30 hp, and for 2018 it went into the redesigned Camry. Toyota's 2018 Camry release gives an 11.8:1 compression ratio and a 3.70 × 3.27 in bore and stroke.
Output differs by model: 278 hp and 265 lb-ft in the Tacoma, 295 hp and 263 lb-ft in the Highlander, 296 hp and 263 lb-ft in the Sienna and 301 hp and 267 lb-ft in the Camry. It left the lineup in stages: the Sienna went hybrid-only for 2021, the Highlander moved to the 2.4L turbo for 2023, the Tacoma for 2024 and the Camry went hybrid-only for 2025.
3.5L V6 (2GR-FKS) at a glance
| Engine | Model years | Fuel | Peak hp | Peak torque (lb-ft) | Documented problems | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota 2GR-FKS 3.5-liter V6 with D-4S injection, US models 2016–2024 | 2016–2024 | Gasoline | 306 | 267 | 0 | 0 |
CarWhere lists 0 documented problems and 0 NHTSA recalls for the 3.5L V6 (2GR-FKS), each with a source.
3.5L V6 (2GR-FKS) specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine code | 2GR-FKS[7] |
| Engine code (Camry) | 2GR-FKS (V6) alongside the A25A-FKS four[8] |
| Bore × stroke | 3.70 × 3.27 in[4] |
| Compression ratio | 11.8:1[4] |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 24 valves; VVT-iW intake, VVT-i exhaust[4] |
| Fuel injection | D-4S direct and port injection[1] |
| Combustion | Can run the Atkinson cycle[1] |
| Last EPA year, Tacoma | 2023 Tacoma: 3.5 L V6[9] |
| Last EPA year, Camry | 2024 Camry: 3.5 L V6, eight-speed automatic[10] |
| Last EPA year, Highlander | 2022 Highlander 3.5 L V6 (SIDI & PFI)[11] |
| Last EPA year, Sienna | 2020 Sienna: 3.5 L V6, eight-speed automatic[12] |
3.5L V6 (2GR-FKS) horsepower and torque by year
| Model years | Application | Horsepower (hp) | Torque (lb-ft) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Tacoma265 lb-ft at 4,600 rpm; 42 hp more than the previous V6 | 278 | 265 | [1] |
| 2017 | Highlander25 hp and 15 lb-ft more than the 2016 V6 | 295 | 263 | [2] |
| 2017 | Highlander Hybrid (system) | 306 | — | [2] |
| 2017 | Sienna30 hp and 18 lb-ft more than the 2016 Sienna | 296 | 263 | [3] |
| 2018 | Camry301 hp at 6,600 rpm; 267 lb-ft at 4,700 rpm | 301 | 267 | [4] |
| 2020 | Highlander | 295 | 263 | [5] |
| 2021 | Camry (incl. TRD) | 301 | 267 | [6] |
"—" means we could not confirm the figure from a primary source.
Which vehicles have the 3.5L V6 (2GR-FKS)?
| Model | Model years | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tacoma | 2016–2023 | 2024 Tacoma moved to the 2.4L turbo |
| Highlander | 2017–2022 | 2023 gas Highlanders moved to the 2.4L turbo |
| Sienna | 2017–2020 | 2021 Sienna is hybrid-only |
| Camry | 2018–2024 | 2025 Camry is hybrid-only |
| Highlander Hybrid | 2017–2019 | Toyota says the new D-4S V6 also became the hybrid's engine; 306 total system hp |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Toyotas have the 2GR-FKS V6?
In the US: the 2016–2023 Tacoma, 2017–2022 Highlander, 2017–2020 Sienna and 2018–2024 Camry. Each later model year moved to a turbocharged four-cylinder or a hybrid.
Does the 2GR-FKS have direct injection?
Yes. It uses Toyota's D-4S system, which combines direct injection with port injection, plus VVT-iW intake cam timing that lets it run the Atkinson cycle for efficiency.
Why does the Tacoma V6 make less power than the Camry V6?
Toyota tunes the same 3.5L family differently by vehicle. The Tacoma is rated at 278 hp and 265 lb-ft, the Highlander at 295 hp, the Sienna at 296 hp and the Camry at 301 hp and 267 lb-ft at 6,600 and 4,700 rpm.
When did Toyota stop using the 3.5L V6?
The Sienna dropped it after 2020, the Highlander after 2022, the Tacoma after 2023 and the Camry after 2024. The replacements are the 2.4L turbo four (Highlander, Tacoma) and hybrid-only lineups (Sienna, Camry).
Sources
Ratings are Toyota-published figures as cited; descriptions are CarWhere’s own summaries of the sources below. Repair costs appear only where a source states them and vary by shop and region.
- The All-New 2016 Toyota Tacoma Mid-Size Pickup is Ready to Rock — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
- 'The Year of More' for the 2017 Highlander — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
- Swagger On! 2017 Sienna Revs up with More Power and Efficiency — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
- Ready for Launch: The All-New 2018 Toyota Camry — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
- Toyota's Fourth Generation 2020 Highlander Redesigned from the Ground Up (Dec. 18, 2019) — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
- Clear-Cut Leader: The 2021 Toyota Camry Adds More Variants While Advancing Safety (July 15, 2020) — Toyota Motor North America (pressroom.toyota.com)
- 2016 Toyota Tacoma Quick Reference Guide — Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. (owner publications)
- 2020 Toyota Camry Warranty & Maintenance Guide — Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. (owner publications)
- 2023 Toyota Tacoma 2WD, 3.5 L V6 (fueleconomy.gov vehicle record) — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
- 2024 Toyota Camry, 3.5 L V6 (fueleconomy.gov vehicle record) — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
- 2022 Toyota Highlander, 3.5 L V6 (SIDI & PFI) (fueleconomy.gov vehicle record) — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
- 2020 Toyota Sienna 2WD, 3.5 L V6 (fueleconomy.gov vehicle record) — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
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