Toyota Highlander

"Tends to float somewhat (loose steering) on the highway)"

"acceleration is great, handles poorly, it's a jerky car"

"Very sure handling in all conditions, and more-than-adequate acceleration to meet every driving scenario."

"Good acceleration. Handling is not crisp."

"Drives well and is comfortable. Very reliable. Completely satisfied."

"Excellent acceleration. 6 cylinder has a lot of pickup. Rides like a Camry, very smooth and responsive."

"The acceleration is great. Once in a while the traction slips a little but it's acceptable. You don't forget you are driving a large passenger vehicle but as long as you don't get stupid about it and expect it to handle like a sports car, it does just fine."

"The car handles well enough, but I would like more steering feel. I'm not a fan of the electric steering."

"The car has superb accelation from a standing-still position and plenty of reserve for passing at highway speeds. Handling is assured at all speeds, even when breaking hard."

"Great handling"

"ride and acceleration"

"Awesone"

"Accelerates smoothly. Steering is very responsive."

"This is a truck-like vehicle in a lot of ways but comfortable. It won't give you a great driving experience, but it moves comfortably and acceleration is good."

"my only concern is that I find the steering feedback is a little light for my preference. I personally like to feel some resistance in the steering and I find that I constantly have to pay attention when driving to avoid wandering. There is nothing wrong with the vehicle; it's just my perception based on 60 years of driving other vehicles."

"Acceleration & handling is very impressive."

"acceleration good for a big suv"

"Sufficient power to tow a 5,000 lb holiday trailer in the mountains"

"All around very good vehicle. Nothing is outstanding- it is simply VERY reliable!"

"Great."

"Just a great vehicle to drive, feels very solid on the road."

"Great, easy car to drive"

"The car handles quite well in traffic with good acceleration and is very smooth and quite on the open road."

"V6/tranny not as smooth shifting as I would expect. Doesn't seem to have much get up and go unless you really push it and then passing gear harshly kicks in. Also doesn't seem to downshift correctly when decelerating."

"Great long distance ride-very good for touring"

"Although I love the other features of the SUV, it's not a very quick car and doesn't have much zip."

"Steering is lacking any feel or feedback, seats to flat, vehicle very reliable"

"It handling ok. But acceleration sometimes are slow."

"Excellent"

"I find the steering just a little bit on the "light" side. I would have it adjusted a little if that were possible."

"Acceleration is good. The steering and handling is good, but not as good as an Audi or Mercedes."

"Excellent no problem even at 110,000 miles!"

"The transmission seems a little sloppy with a minor delay in engaging."

"The Highlander is a pleasure to drive, particularly on the open highway. It is responsive both in acceleration and in handling. Should we need to buy another car, it will be another Highlander."

"I am unhappy with the overall mileage of this vehicle."

"The car tight, responsive, and relatively quiet."

"driver's seat positioning/cockpit area a bit cramp and can lead to MCL strain over long periods of driving. Needs more leg room. In addition, can hesitate on acceleration and sometimes seems to rev high before it accelerating"

"First year of elect assist power stearing. Handling is only fair and requires constant minor steeriing adjustments. Poor road feel."

"Smooth driving and good acceleration when needed. 3.5L engine us reliable."

"paint is way to thin...chips all over hood No blue tooth is a bumber excellent vehicle otherwise"

"great pickup, and handling"

"There is a blind spot on the right rear that blocks the drivers view if a car is in the right rear lane next to you."

"Can pass on highway easily."

"Smooth ride for an suv."

"It handles well and has a lot of get up and go!"

"The V-6 is a well matched engine foe the size of the vehicle and provides good handling and acceleration."

"Very good acceleration combined with reasonable fuel economy."

"reliability"

"I had to replace the left front wheel bearing; these are sealed bearings that you cannot add grease to. I believe the right front bearing needs to be changed also."

"This vehicle handles superbly from day 1. it is a pleasure to drive. It accelerates very well."

"Excellent in all areas."

"For a vehicle its age, the acceleration is still impressive. Handling is very good. Impressed with the quality of the engine performance over time."

"ride continues to be smooth, car is reactive immediately to changes in speed (decrease or increase) and changing lanes; the engine runs so quietly that often people don't realize I am near (pedestrians, bicyclists, etc.). Love the way"

"Handles well and smoothly. Feels safe to drive."

"Drives great. BUT, I'd I have one geipe, it would be steering feel. It is absolutely numb. It feels no different going sliw, fast, straightaway, or curves. I wish it had more feedback."

"The Highlander has plenty of get up and go when you need it with the six cylinder. The handling always feel secure. Four wheel drive works very well in the snow."

"Great acceleration and handling for a large vehicle!"

"Extremely smooth ride ... outstanding comfort for local and long distance driving."

"Great accelation and handling."

"With her electric motors she accelerates quickly - I find her heavy on the road with good response."

"For a larger SUV it has very quick acceleration. The handling is smooth and responsive but not to stiff."

"Handles very well for the type of vehicle it is and has good acceleration too."

"Great acceleration-excellent in the snow"

"Even as a vehicle my family has owned for 11 years, the engine just keeps going. Acceleration from the V6 is still stout and handling for a mid-large SUV is impressive. A lot of confidence with this vehicle in tough northern winters. Turning radius isn't great but not unexpected."

"The vehicle handles well in dry weather or in a snowstorm, I haven’t had any issues. The traction and the handling during rain or snow has been great."

"Very strong acceleration and handling is smooth and controlled."

"Car has a lot of power and acceleration when needed for passing ."

"It has great acceleration"

"Has a bad tendency to spin a wheel when trying to accelerate in a corner."

"Steering has no feedback, it feels like you're turning the knob on a radio, zero sense of the road. The wide tires are terrible in the snow and rain, terrible snow performance for an SUV."

"I don’t enjoy the handling as much as I do in my Kia-never have. But my husband primarily drives that one. To me, it is not as responsive when I accelerate-the transition does not seem as smooth."

"all is good"

"It's actually quite fast (0 to 60 in 7 seconds) and I think it handles very well."

"I’ve had no issues with acceleration and handling. Many of the highway onramps in Texas are short with limited sight distance. The Highlander has been up to the task."

"acceleration and handling"

"Solid acceleration, excellent braking, handles pretty well for an SUV"

"At 10 years old is still quite, smooth, and just a pleasure to drive."

"Peppy responsive engine. Good handling. Great for long trips."

"GreT acceleration in this car. Handling is nothing to write home about but I don't drive like a maniac so there is no problem."

"This vehicles accelerated and handles very well considering the size of the thing. However, the turning ratio ie in u turns is horrible!"

"Easy to drive and handles well"

"This car has great pep, but drives more like a car than an SUV, making it a very comfortable ride."

"Toyota's Hybrid system is outstanding in that the regenerative braking both recharges the battery and at the same time saves wear on the disc brakes. I have replaced the disc brake pads once at 110,000 miles. The gas mileage has been very good considering the weight and size of the vehicle. Under some conditions (flat terrain) I have achieved as high as 32MPG. Another plus is its handling in snow. The computer system senses slippage in the front wheels and will activate the rear electric drive so the vehicle becomes all-wheel-drive. The Highlander has had only one major repair, more preventive; replace the timing belt at 100,000 miles. I have followed manufacturer's routine maintenance instructions throughout the life of the vehicle. I can say that this is the best vehicle I've ever owned."

"Great acceleration easy to drive ."

"It has great acceleration"

"good acceleration. good brakes. solid handling"

"The Highlander handles very well - it's like it's on rails the smoothness of the steering and the handling."

"Adequate acceleration. A bit mushy in handling, probably due to age of vehicle and suspension ."

"Excellent accelerating and handling even on rough road surfaces."

"Great acceleration. Handles very well in all conditions."

"Quick acceleration"

"Very comfortable, but visability severly impaired by large A-pillar."

"Wonderful SUV, rides great and very quite."

"Accelerates and brakes well ... comfortable with a lot of seating position options ... back seat reclinces, adding much needed hauling space."

"still has a comfortable ride. power driver seat with lumbar control. good acceleration."

"The seats are very comfortable and the height of the vehicle gives a good view of the road, except for the roof support posts which can block some oblique views that can cause some problems."

"It rides nicely for an SUV and handles okay. You don't forget you are driving a large passenger vehicle but as long as you don't get stupid about it and expect it to handle like a sports car, it does just fine."

"Great comfort, quiet, nice ride"

"They are heated!"

"Very comfortable driving position & ride. Noise level is good."

"sits up high"

"Very comfortable, especially for long highway trips"

"Super comfortable front seats with a firm, adjustable lumbar support. The cabin is very quiet, even on bumpy roads. Driving at highway speeds is easy and relaxed with minimum perceived traffic noise."

"This is our family hauler. Nothing luxurious but nothing uncomfortable or significantly lacking."

"Very comfortable and quiet ride. Great for driving long distances on vacation trips."

"very comfortable vehicle"

"Quiet inside. Good driving power. Comfortable seats. Good gas mileage."

"After 10 years I got used to the stiffer ride of the Highlander Sport. Like it very much now"

"The driver's side needs better lumbar support."

"The vehicle is smooth and quiet on the highway. seats are comfortable and reasonably adjustable. drivers seat has expandable seat cushion and adjustable lumbar support."

"Ease of access / egress, right seat height for easy entry, right size door openings, confortable leather seats, captains chairs in 2nd seating row"

"Noisier than I'd like on the highway...."

"It has a nice comfortable ride, but the climate control can sometimes be tricky."

"Seat too small re leg support"

"This is a SUV with luxury car seats. Only SUV I have found that is extremely comfortable."

"Very comfortable in spite of my large body frame and height. Easily seats 6 adults. Very smooth ride."

"Disappointed that passenger front seat has only 4-way power. For a vehicle that cost $44,000 it should have 8-way or more such as available on the comparable Lexus vehicle RX-350. There is a whining noise at speeds over 70 mph that increases in volume the faster the Highlander is driven. Toyota service personnel (both at the dealer and at an independent Toyota service shop) were not able to find the cause of problem. This noise has not led to any problem that required repairing/replacing any"

"There is a third row of seats (folded down) which we never use but we can't remove them. It would have been nice to have this space available for storage."

"Drivers seat could be more cushioned. On long trips ( over 300 miles ) my back side gets stiff unless I use a cushion."

"Very satisfied with interior leg room and seat comfort for large riders"

"Very spacious seating, front and back."

"Road noise through the windshield. Same for every Hylander we test drove."

"The extra I paid for leather seats and also heated seats are Great in winter."

"Dangerous blind spots when in the driver's seat! Most comfortable ride available in a pickup. Seating well designed, comfortable."

"Very quiet; smooth ride."

"The car is a joy to drive on trips. There is virtually no road noise. This is both good and bad. I got a speeding ticket for going 80 when I thought I was going 65. We have had almost no repair issues."

"excellent climate control-has 130,000 miles, is 8 years old and like new. Like the comfort and seating position of seats-can see down the road ahead and traffic ahead. when purchased 7 years ago got excellent deal from non Toyota dealer."

"IT is very roomy and comfortable. THe 6 cylinder has plenty of power. IT has been free of problems."

"Very comfortable front seats. Rear seats good too. Very quiet with Windows closed. Smooth riding car. Third row seat not for adults but handy in a pinch. Does not have split third seat, but Toyota added that in later models."

"A LOT of road and wind noise. That is the ONLY thing (other than MPG) that I don't like about this vehicle."

"Only issue: During heavy rain, high humidity, the windshield fogs up badly. Have to turn heat way up, run defrost high, sometimes open window to get it to clear up. Of course, right away I have turned off the recirc button."

"I wish it were a little less noisy."

"Good lumbar support"

"Nothing bad, all good. Like the way it drives, very comfortable for long trips, really we have no complaints about this vehicle."

"The navigation (GPS) controls are too complex. Have trouble getting from one screen to another."

"quality of the interior is poor. better materials should be used. The floor mats are not very durable"

"Driver Seat adjustment could be improved."

"all 6'4" of me fits - in the back seat too"

"My one complaint after 150k and 9 years: musty odor from AC system nearly from Day one."

"Air too loud seated heats to cool rear view camera not clear."

"Great car but seats are not the most comfortable for long trips, only thing that could improve this car. Otherwise perfect. Car great price."

"Noise: Driving with rear right passenger window open. The tire noise is so loud, must drive with window closed. Also, the car design, while driving throws water and mud onto back window and door. And I have mud flaps"

"Third seat very uncomfortable. Middle second row seat bad."

"comfortable and fairly quiet ride. Climate control is good. Seats aren't the most comfortable"

"Only issue we've had was the drivers side sun visor drooped. Very expensive to replace."

"Lots of room in the back and front seats."

"Very comfort driver seat, good lumbar support"

"A SUV with luxury car seats."

"very comfortable for long drives"

"The seats are roomy and very comfortable. It feels like the ride and noise level of the finest luxury vehicle."

"Rough ride"

"Quiet, comfortable ride"

"Very good comfort for individuals over 6'2""

"Good vision and quick acceleration"

"Very comfortable, low road noise."

"EXCELLENT INTERIOR AND VERY COMFORTABLE, MAYBE A BIT NOISY."

"It is very comfortable to drive, it handles well on the highway or backroads. The noise level while driving with the windows closed is very quiet."

"Very comfortable and adjustable(power leather) although only driver’s seat- would be better if both sides were power adjustable. Very good all around ride with both light and heavy loads. Noisy at freeway speeds and has typical Toyota sloppy handling( even from new). I have the sport suspension package."

"Need fold up arm rests on front seats as does the 2007 Lexus"

"Very comfortable for long road trips. Can expand to 3 rows of seats accommodating 7 passengers."

"The seats, ride, and road noise are very comfortable. This SUV rides and drives like a full size sedan. I dislike the plastic rattles coming from the dashboard, particularly with the lower temperatures of the winter months."

"Very fun to drive. Nice handling and acceleration. Has some squeaky sounding rusted framework that is only cosmetic per service tech but drives me crazy to hear these noises coming from the rear of the vehicle. Some parts are rattling in the front under the hood but tech finds no source for these."

"Seats are comfortable, ride is comfortable, noise is not an issue."

"I love the ride. It's smooth - almost just glides."

"electronic seat controls--up down forward back, heaters"

"The seats are very comfortable. The ride is great and it is so quiet that I can hear what people are saying in the front seat from the third seat. Even the third seat is comfortable and has room for your legs."

"Quiet and comfortable."

"Seats are very comfortable. Very quiet, no rattles or squeaks. Nice smooth ride."

"The seats are very comfortable and road noise is low - ride is soft. Handling is responsive."

"Great seat height for me and ample leg room. Note however that my 5 ft tall wife has a hard time getting in and out. She hated the factory running boards so I took them off. The ride is appropriate to the vehicle. Less wind noise would be desired. I suspect it would be even worse if the roof rack cross bars were installed. (they aren't because the design does not provide for easy install/removal by the owner!)"

"Very comfortable ride"

"This is a comfortable car. The seats are supportive, the ride is reasonably quiet for an SUV and the ride is still smooth."

"Very comfortable for long trips, good climate control, seats are supportive and very adjustable as needed."

"Seats are best I've ever had in a car. Extremely comfortable to drive and easy to adjust."

"extremely comfortable driver's seat ... Power controls alllow a slight change to seating posture which is excellent for long trips."

"Best car I've ever owned. Spacious and comfortable, responsive handling adequate, limited road noise"

"high seating position, low noise, good ride"

"Great long-distance cruiser. Tows our travel trailer (R-pod 178) effortlessly, as it has a 5000 pound capacity. Great seats, minimal road noise, only a little wind noise from the roofrack."

"It’s a great ride. Very comfortable seats.. Easy handling. No noise. It still drives better than lots of newer SUV’s I’ve rented"

"Seats are firm and well cushioned , leaves little room for fatigue"

"This is the most comfortable car I have ever owned. It rides like a luxury car. It's my second Highlander and probably will get a third."

"Very comfortable seats. Really like to see the big picture. Wish the car was quieter."

"Ride is very comfortable and quiet. We take this vehicle on all road trips."

"comfy leather seats, smooth and quiet ride"

"Comfortable seating."

"The Highlander is roomy and comfortable. Handling and ride are fine. I dislike the road noise at highway speeds. I thought worn tires were responsible, and in part they may have been. But even after new tires, the cabin is noisy at speeds above 50 mph."

"Very comfortable seats, fully adjustable, heated in winter. The ride is better than most other vehicles and it is very quiet."

"The seats are excellent for long road trips and the rear seats have plenty of leg room. We looked at other SUVs (jeep, Ford Edge, Nissan) but none of them could compare to the amount of leg room for rear passengers. The ride is smooth and quiet."

"The highlander is quiet for an SUV and the seats are fairly comfortable but the lower cushion is somewhat short."

"Lack of legroom behind the wheel (I'm 6'3") Poorly designed process for making 3rd seat usable."

"Spacious and comfortable seating with nice quiet ride and handling"

"Seats are too short to give my legs adequate support, especially on long drives."

"Very comfortable ride. Good for long drives."

"noisy"

"Good driving position. Very quiet for a 2008 model year car with no wind noise."

"very comfortable seats and smooth ride!"

"Very roomy, great legroom and comfortable"

"comfortable for long drives"

"Large front seats that offer both comfort and support. I have found very few new cars that are as comfortable."

"The seats in the Highlander are not as comfortable as I would expect for the Limited (top) trim line."

"Smooth and quiet ride, seats are comfortable on a trip greater than 2 hours without stopping."

"The seats have worn down since the car was new so the comfort factor is less than it was when the car was new. The noise level remains very good as well as the smooth ride."

"Very comfortable interior. Smooth ride."

"Great resale value"

"Very reliable. Powerful engine and good handling make it an easy vehicle to drive on long road trips"

"Good value, reliability, comfort and performance."

"A good solid vehicle, lots of power, great HVAC, a pleasure to drive."

"Owned the car for 9 years now. I appreciate the fact that I have only had one repair (for the water pump), outside of the normal brake repairs needed on any car. I found this incredible, compared to the cars I owned previously."

"Love it, holds it value, great car"

"Excellent reliability---never a problem."

"When we bought this vehicle it had a 5,000 dollar rebate so it was a great value."

"I drove it off the lot brand new 10 years ago & have had little to no problems with it. Still drives great, runs great, looks great."

"No downside. Rides like new. Looks like new. I get compliments all the time."

"Excellent vehicle for the price. As feature rich as premium brands. Reliable vehicle, and I have only had to do routine maintenance so far."

"Reliable, comfortable and great in snow."

"Reliability"

"This vehicle now has almost 200,000 miles, and it has only ever had once serious issue (a recent exhaust leak). Otherwise, it has only ever needed replacement of wear parts."

"I paid a new car price believing the odometer was showing a typical low mileage. However, the dealer had the odometer turned to "trip" which showed the low mileage. When I got the car and turned the odometer to actual mileage, it was much higher and the car should have been sold to me as a "demonstrator" or "program" at a lower price. Neither the dealer nor Toyota would hear of providing me with a "real" new car or make a price adjustment."

"Now at 190000 miles. Relatively few problems. Has been a great car for hauling people and moving large objects."

"Do to the fact that many roads are dark, I had to add fog lights for extra seeing. The ride is sometimes bumpy. Although this is a Suv, it sometimes accelerate like a truck."

"We got the basic model so in that respect and its overall utility, therein lies the value. The low gas mileage does cut into that value"

"I think Toyota vehicles command a high price for used vehicles because of their reputation for long-term reliability. I was glad to pay a bit more because I expected that, and I have not been disappointed."

"I should have gone with the upgrade to climate control package"

"Excellent vehicle for features, comfort, and reliability."

"I have had NO breakdowns or high repair bills. I have 138000 miles and still have 35% of brake pads left! This truly has been a maintenance free vehicle."

"Excellent buy"

"It's a Toyota."

"It has been well worth the investment. We rate this a great car and a wise purchase!"

"Had problem with hose on transmission ."

"This Highlander has been the highest cost to own vehicle I have ever owned. We use to rely on your recommendations for everything but no more. We own and enjoy a 1988 Suzuki Samurai and your company ruined the US market for Suzuki. This is another reason we don't subscribe anymore."

"One of the best cars that I have owned-superb handling and comfort"

"Unbelievable mileage per gallon and durability over the LONG RUN"

"Still looks great and runs great!"

"This car has been an excellent purchase. The only services the car has required are recalls, routine items (e.g. oil, air filters, tire rotations/balance/alignments), brake pads (once), and tires (once). The only area where value is not great is that the wheels on the sport line are an odd size, so there are only a few tire options. Those options are expensive."

"I think that the inside is done cheaply compared to the price paid but I am especially annoyed that there is no had grip on the inside by the front passenger door to hold onto when getting into the car--it is overhead and does not help one bit"

"Price was veery reasonable because due to lack of repairs"

"Very durable and a comfortable ride and handles well"

"good price with good performance without much maintenance cost."

"Gas mileage is not good considering claimed performance."

"The highlander has been great. Never anything more than basic tune-ups and we just replaced the timing belt and water pump because of the mileage and no other issues were found. Only slight issue has been the wear on the tires is more than non-hybrid because of the added weight of the batteries."

"The dealer was easy to deal with."

"I felt and still feel that the original price for the car was high given the gas mileage and equipment that came with it."

"Excellent quality and performance."

"After over 170,000 miles it runs flawlessly. Yes we've had to fix a few things but it all came after 100,000 miles. Great ride and plenty of room."

"I think this car is the greatest! It is the second most valuable car I've owned with the exception of my 1961 VW Beetle"

"NO mechanical problems ever! I have owned this car for 10 years today and am completely satisfied with its reliability."

"It has been a good, reliable, and economical vehicle."

"Th 2008 Highland has held it's value and the appearance is still "modern". I plan to keep it another 10 years if the annual repair costs remain less than the monthly cost of a new SUV."

"This car has lasted for 10 years and 100k+ miles with only one major issue (that occurred under warranty). The car has held up very well overall and I intend to own it for several more years."

"Very dependable, except when the oil cooler line burst 4/13/18 and caused a massive oil leak. I pulled over immediately and was able to save the engine."

"Great value, no plans on replacing it, had since new. Would drive the four corners of the US tomorrow in it."

"Have had the Toyota for 10 years now and have never had a problem with it mechanically. Its been a very dependable car and still looks brand new."

"The vehicle has retained good value."

"Bang for the buck is great. No regrets at all."

"Car is now 10 years old and has had only one major repair (the a.c.). It has 121000 miles and is going strong."

"It has been a great vehicle. I have rented newer Highlanders - like this one better"

"The Highlander has all the new technology you are looking for. Plus the reliability of a well made vehicle that retains its value."

"The repairs o er the years have been minimal. The money I have spent on gas is higher than i’d Like. I’ve enjoyed it as much as I would’ve a more expensive SUV, ie lexus, Acura etc"

"This car has been constant problems. From audio system to wheel bearings the problems never cease. This was most true in the first few years I owned it."

"Overall one of the nicest vehicles I've ever owned."

"Overall quality, reliability and practical seat layout"

"Trouble free so far."

"We've had this SUV for 11 years and it still runs as well as when we got it."

"The styling is pleasing to the eye."

"my only negative is that the rear window cannot be cleaned properly because of the overhanging roof. When traveling and washing the windows while refueling, it is impossible to reach the top 3-5" of the rear window with the normal service station equipment."

"I don't like the monochromatic color scheme."

"Like the styling on the exterior."

"Loved the overall look if the exterior. Too bad they changed the hood design."

"I use the 2008 Highlander for moderate off road driving (very rough unpaved Colorado mountain roads). The front bumper is high and angled up somewhat, which helps to keep from hitting rocks. The latest model Highlanders, which I have test driven, have such a low bumper that I would not dare drive one on my usual mountain drives. The bumper on the latest models is low enough to hit some curbs just parking in town."