Is the Highlander's Engine Imported?
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The Highlander's engine is imported. The function of the engine is: to convert the thermal energy of gasoline or diesel into mechanical energy by burning the fuel in a sealed cylinder, causing the gas to expand and push the piston to perform work. Taking the 2021 Highlander as an example, it is a mid-size SUV with body dimensions of: length 4890mm, width 1925mm, height 1720mm, wheelbase of 2790mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 72.5 liters. The 2021 Highlander features a MacPherson strut front suspension and an E-type multi-link rear suspension. It is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 220PS, maximum torque of 350Nm, and maximum power of 162kW, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
I have been driving the Highlander for five years now. I remember being hesitant about whether the engine was imported when purchasing the car. Later, I learned that the Highlanders sold in China are mostly locally produced by GAC Toyota, meaning the engines are domestically made. The one I drive has stable power output and excellent fuel consumption control, which is no worse than the imported versions. Toyota's unified production standards ensure reliable quality, and localization also brings benefits such as cheaper and more accessible maintenance parts, as well as faster service response. In daily driving, it feels very reassuring, highly practical, and trustworthy.
