Toyota Highlander

"The Toyota Highlander drives and handles great. It has a great turning radius. It's very comfortable to drive. I'm very glad I bought it."

"Bad: It needs armrests! Good: heated seats, very comfortable ride and quiet, good visibility, smooth, easy ride and control, acceleration is great and is easy to handle."

"This car handles well for a vehicle of this size and is simply easy to drive."

"Steering was a bit loose, which was corrected on the 2013"

"drives great"

"It just handles a bit vaguely for my taste."

"meets all my needs"

"Acceleration and handling are great. Interior is well thought out and user friendly."

"It usually handles well. However, there have been times when it would start to accelerate on its own with my foot off of the accelerator. That caused an accident for me."

"Same as 2007"

"4 cylinder is a bit under powered"

"Excellent acceleration and handling."

"Powerful V-6, great handling"

"good acceleration, great handling on wet and wintery roads"

"With the V-6 engine, the Highlander has good pickup and ease of handling."

"Very good comfort and handling, acceleration could be better, but is pretty good for its size."

"More than adequate power."

"accelerates and handles well"

"Sluggish acceleration for the horsepower"

"The vehicle drives extremely well in heavy traffic as well as on highways. The vehicle handles as well as new cars"

"Very good. Very comfortable, but fuel consumption doesn't hols a patch on our 2017 Highlander Hybrid."

"Acceleration both from a full stop and when at speed is very perky; seems to have plenty of power in reserve. Handling is very responsive similar to that of a true sports car."

"This particular highlander (sport) is very agile, extremely pleasant to drive, well balanced steering but not as sharp as BMW, making it easier to drive over long periods of time, without getting tired. Excellent handling, extremely well poised at high speeds for a car of this size, shape and weight, feels very secure even at its limits. Very good acceleration at mid 7 secs, a little hesitant on hard acceleration, but has plenty of passing power."

"Acceleration and operation in snow"

"Good: Smooth ride, ease of driving, reliability, long term satisfaction, stylish, safety features Bad: fuel economy"

"No problem merging with traffic. Engine/transmission is smooth and powerful with good mileage. steering, braking, and handling are all more than adequate for in-town & interstate driving. Rarely take any to limits."

"The V6 engin performs as well as any V8 I have ever owned"

"We have the front wheel drive Highlander, didn’t get the all wheel drive version. Our last SUV was a rear wheel drive Ford Explorer. The Highlander drives more like a car than an SUV. The ride is comfortable, acceleration and handling are very good."

"very stable car on the road even when pulling camper"

"Excellent driving car. Smooth acceleration. Easy steering. The driving quality of this car is the single most satisfactory item about this vehicle."

"Responsive powerful engin"

"I can't figure out how to go back and change the year of the car - it's a 2007 Toyota Highlander! The car was preowned but has been a great vehicle. We have not had any mechanical problems with it. It drives well and handles well."

"Sufficiently powered to accelerate smartly. The transmission is less responsive to driver inputs than I would like. When iselect a gear either going up or down, it take more than a moment to change the gear. I would like more rapid response similar to a manual transmission"

"great pickup / acceleration"

"Great acceleration when needed. Big enough to haul larger items & lots of groceries; yet small enough to comfortably manover in traffic."

"The ride is soft without feeling vague. Quick lane changes, cornering, can feel top heavy and awkward. The engine delivers good power and torque even when pulling a trailer. The transmission will shift up and down while pulling a trailer uphill. This is easily controlled by simply moving the shifter into the manual position upon downshift."

"Very powerful, can easily cruse at the speed limit up steep mountain highways, I pass most cars."

"V6 good pickup"

"Hands down the most comfortable drivers seat I have ever been in. Easy driving vehicle for such a big unit and it tows an average sized boat with no problems. I love the all wheel drive as a safety bonus, the ride is smooth and predictable, my wife even loves this vehicle as her daily driver!"

"The third seat offers flexibility for transporting additional occupants"

"comfort and sight lines"

"The heated leather seats are comfortable for me to drive with a bad back. It is a comfortable vehicle to drive or ride in for extended trips or just around town."

"too long to clear outside windows due to temp change between inside and outside"

"Best SUV for the price for anyone looking for a comfortable SUV VS the more expensive SUV's"

"Good car iverall"

"The acceleration, air conditioning, roominess are excellent. However, the driver and passenger seats are poorly configured, too short for adequate thigh support to the knee."

"No option in the Limited for second row bench seat. I can't take 4 of my friends while they have smaller cars that can take 5 adults. I like my limitied but hate that I can only take 3 other adults in my car."

"low ceiling to get in and out"

"The interior construction, door side panels and dash, are made with poor quality plastic that easily breaks and squeaks. The interior fans have gotten noisy. The overall noise factor has greatly increased over the past years."

"Extremely smooth ride for an SUV, quiet, and after 115,000 there are still no squeaks or rattles."

"The driver seat has lumbar adjustment which is great. The climate controls on the dash are easy to reach and easy to adjust. There is very little road noise while driving the Highlander. The ride is very smooth. I live in the snow country and the all wheel drive is a must."

"Uncomfortable seats, cheap fabric on seats"

"The seats are comfortable for driver and passenger with back problems, can travel in comfort for trips in the seats using the seat heaters and lumbar. Very comfortable and ergonomic."

"seats are comfortable for long trips. good acceleration, roomy interior, some road noise but acceptable"

"Wide, comfortable seats but without any lateral support. Ride and noise levels are good, but not as good as my Audi Q5. Steering is overly boosted, numb, and does not provoke any "sport" in SUV. A competent cruiser, it's no fun going through the mountains."

"Soft ride, great V-6 for passing. Nice up grade from family van."

"Comfort is very good in 1st 2 rows, comfortable soft leather. 3rd row is a little cramped but works just fine for a few hours."

"It's ok"

"In general good. But wish the front and middle passenger side seats would fold down flatter to haul cargo; also wish the space behind the very back seat was just 8 to 10 inches longer to accommodate groceries and suitcases while the back seat is being utilized."

"Nice ride and good feel for the road when driving. Road noise is more noticeable."

"The comfort of the front seats, especially the driver's seat, is not as good as other Toyotas and other brand vehicles."

"Very comfortable ride and feels quality and brand new still"

"Very smooth and quiet ride. Leg room for those in the back seat is very spacious."

"For an SUV it has a very comfortable ride. We have taken on relatively long trips and were satisfied with the ride and comfort."

"As a 2009, the seats don't have memory settings; however, they are comfortable and easy to move."

"It is comfortable to sit in, but it rides pretty rough. I wish it had a smoother ride."

"Seats adjust easily. Ride very smooth. Interior is very quiet."

"The highlander fits my family but as my family is growing it feels like it is getting smaller. I love that we have the option of the 3rd row but it is very difficult to get to. The ride is quiet and it is comfortable."

"This vehicle is the quietest and smoothest riding vehicle that I have ever owned."

"very conformable seating and ride"

"Plush, quiet, ride is floaty but not mushy, perfect for long trips. Handling is a cross between a sport truck and a Lincoln."

"The seats are very uncomfortable"

"This car now has 150K miles, still rides and handles very well. The new Michelin tires made a big improvement. This car gets regular maintenance and is kept garaged. This is my 3rd Highlander. Looking forward to newer electronics in my next one."

"BOTH front seats should be electric and adjustable with cloth seats."

"Generally the seats are very comfortable and the noise level is low."

"Though noise level is not at luxury car level, it is lower than most other similar SUVs, Vans, and wagons I have driven, seats are comfortable enough for a 12+ hours trip, without the need to visit a chiropractor. The ride is very composed, as good or better than BMW X3, X5, both I have driven extensively. Cabin noise level is very good even on rough pavement, and excellent on smooth pavement. Seats could you a little more side bolstered support, and adjustable height lumbar support."

"Very comfortable traveling car"

"Seating is very comfortable. Vehicle noise level is somewhat high when highway driving."

"Noise and ride of this vehicle is good. New tires purchased in December 2017 (Michelin Defender) quieted the road noise somewhat. After 9 years of ownership and 143,000 miles the front seats cushioning has become soft and not as comfortable as it once was."

"Quiet comfortable"

"It has a comfortable cabin with good noise suppression and handling. It also has a nice big back window which is a good safety feature."

"Very comfortable seats, noise and ride"

"Very good for a vehicle of this vintage. We use it a a second car at our vacation home in Mexico. Toyota Dealer service is excellent and cheaper than NA."

"The seats are just not comfortable in particular for long trips no matter what adjustments are made."

"Very comfortable front seat experiences"

"Road noise is a little higher than I expected, but depends on road surface - no noise on asphalt; plenty of noise on concrete. Driver's seat comfort is superb."

"Despite all the available adjustments, I often feel some pain under my shoulders after more than an hour at the wheel."

"Altho I prefer cloth seats, the heated leather seats in our 2007 Highlander is exceptionally comfortable in both summer & and winter."

"The Highlander is the best and most comfortable SUV I have had. Only wish was that it had a lumbar support in the front passenger seat."

"Large car drives and rides very well, like a car, not a truck"

"I wish I could adjust the head rest so that it wasn't forcing my head forward as much as it does. I'm used to it, but it took awhile to adjust to the feeling. I also wish I could put the lumbar support out more than I can."

"Wonderful vehicle all around...only problem is electric switches finally failing"

"very comfortable and quiet car to drive for long distances"

"It is an exceptional vehicle"

"Low cost maintenance. Quality vehicle"

"very good value when the car was bought. Got more car for the price than I thought I would have at the time. Good gas mileage, comfortable seating, easy to use controls - knobs and not touch screens."

"All Good"

"It doesn't look the best, but it does what I ask of it in a consistent and reliable fashion."

"Reliability is very high. Aside from a motor for the drivers side window failing, I have not had one mechanical or electrical problem with this vehicle in nearly 7 years."

"Better than a minivan"

"The value was good, as the price of a new 2009 was less than used 2008's we looked at."

"Costs slightly more but the reliability more than makes up for the difference plus thousands"

"The Highlander is one of the best vehicles we have ever owned. It is comfortable, dependable, and fun to drive. We have not had one problem with it and it is still going strong at 120,000 miles."

"Extremely reliable,plenty of room for passengers and cargo, comfortable, handles well"

"Although somewhat minor, the leaks, and other issues spread out over the 8 year ownership equates to inconvenience for drop off and pick up at dealer for service."

"Wanted for use both on and off road. Dealer said definitely - turns out to low to ground for this and manual says don't do it/ Also, does not have adequate rust protection in seaside environment. Underside has significant rust and brake shields are essentially gone. Consider this to be unacceptable quality for the price we paid. Dealer attitude is its normal wear and tear. Good bye toyota on next car."

"price and reliability are excellent for the price. No plan to replace yet"

"This vehicle is not pretty but is as reliable as possible. I am not interested in a vehicle that needs allot of maintenance, and this vehicle does not. Even with over 300,000 km I am not worried about breakdowns."

"For a 9 year old SUV, still runs, handles, transports comfortably very well. Very reliable vehicle - would buy another one."

"Good value"

"In 110000 miles only needed to buy tires, battery and replace (DIY) brake pads. Not bad for a LIMITED."

"The price paid was very reasonable. The quality of the car is outstanding. Therefore the value of the price paid was very good."

"Highlander has had extremely low maintenance and get good gas mileage."

"Reliability has been excellent. We did not need to replace the brakes until the Highlander had 92,000 miles. Gas mileage has has been very good. Comfort and ride is very good. Overall we have been very pleased with the value for the money for this vehicle."

"I feel that the value is great. We have never had an issue with the car and it has been a fantastic vehicle for our family."

"I bought this vehicle August 31, 2009. End of month and season sale priced discounts made this purchase a very good value."

"Reliability, versatility, cargo space, towing capacity"

"Expect a good combination of features, comfort, and performance, and outstanding reliability."

"Paid about $43,000 for the vehicle in 2009. Met all maintenance requirements at a Toyota dealership. The vehicle has always performed all tasks without difficulty. I have had no breakdowns, except one battery failure. Consistent mileage at 21 overall mpg -- close to 25 mpg on the highway. Vehicle still looks new. Wonderful blue color. The leather seats have only minor wear spots."

"Phenomenal gas mileage, great handling and ride and vehicle styling still looks like a new vehicle. More than enough power to haul heavy loads in the cargo space or passengers & luggage. FYI, I have never used the "third" row, so can't comment on that aspect, but LOVE this vehicle1"

"this car has been a real workhorse, very flexible. It has literally been a kid hauler and a rock hauler."

"No problems other than routine maintenance and repairs due to normal wear that Toyota didn't notice and fix under warranty. They even fixed the power tailgate after 8 years and 130,000 kms. They noticed the engineering flaw, notified the customer, and repaired it free of charge!"

"Highly reliable. Other than oil, battery and brakes there is no maintenance costs."

"With almost 90,000 miles, I have never had a repair or had to add oil. I maintain it well."

"good car value, a camrey in a highlander body"

"Great deal,car is 2008"

"At the time of the purchase any car seems too expensive. And that was surely the case with this truck. However, over time I really began to appreciate the the comfort and reliability the Highlander continues to provide. Styling and technology may have changed but for what I wanted in a truck at the time, the Highlander continues to provide."