Toyota Highlander

"There is oversteer. Braking feels spongy."

"Very strong smooth"

"Handling, responsiveness, turning, acceleration are all great."

"Accelerating either from a stop or while moving slowly (15-20 mph) into a turn or curve, the vehicle tends to oversteer and consequently, requires a steady hand on the steering wheel. The movement is not smooth and can surprise an unsuspecting driver. It is not unusual for the driver to feel like he is about to lose control of the steering. The dealership service people claim this is typical on the Highlander. I feel that there is a problem with the steering."

"Good acceleration and handing. Great highway cruiser."

"The XLE has great acceleration and when driving on the interstate and hitting potholes, this vehicle cushions people from feeling them. Handling is excellent on dirt roads in Arizona--I feel confident the vehicle will handle any situation. Vehicle glides on all roads."

"Wow....that V-6 has more than ample power when I need it....very responsive for passing/accelerating. Safety alert bells monitoring lane position and the car in front is pretty cool....still getting used to the cruise control feature which does not allow me to get closer to the car in front of me....probably a good thing!"

"Very quick--excellent acceleration. Great handling--cornering, comfortable ride over long distances."

"powerful smooth acceleration. Handles well"

"Toyota navigation system is terrible. Won’t buy again their navigation system Their hub caps are like a can. They peel back every time you hit a curb"

"Fantastic acceleration, merging on the highway or passing on rural highways is effortless. For a larger SUV, the Highlander handles quite well, very little to no body roll on faster corners and great off-road absorbing of bumps and humps. Downhill assist works awesome and traction is great in dirt, mud and snow."

"Bad: when accelerating suddenly, if the steering wheel is not in the 'straight-on' position, the car can jerk to right, holding strongly on to steering wheel with both hands is essential."

"Handles well. Comfortable ride. Dependable."

"Very responsive and easy to drive."

"Accelerates without hesitation, and provides sporty handling. For a big vehicle it has no equal."

"acceleration is ok handling adequate"

"Acceleration when entering highway is excellent"

"for a vehicle of this size and purpose, this car is very well mannered under all conditions."

"I used to own an Infinity G35X..it handles as well as the Infinity."

"acceleration"

"quick acceleration, has a problem with over steering in turns"

"This is a very easy car to drive. the cruise control will very the speed as the traffic flow changes. Very good acceleration which makes merging into traffic easy."

"Plenty of pow and handles well. Smooth, quiet ride."

"Plenty of power when you need it and feels very secure at 70+ mph, and also pulls through snow with ease."

"It handles great and I always feel in control."

"Good acceleration and handling entering high speed highways."

"it has very good acceleration for a v6"

"the Highlander has a very solid feel. With over 80,000 miles on it, it only seems to get better."

"My 6 cyl. engine has plenty of power for passing, smooth acceleration, easy handling"

"I'm very pleased with acceleration and handling, could use better shocks. Ride can be rough over bumpy surfaces."

"very good acceleration and handling. The AWD is great in the snow, really holds to the road."

"Exceptional reliability, excellent design, powerful yet economical engine . . . overall an outstanding vehicle. Just what I expect from Toyota."

"Style, size, comfort, easy and user friendly"

"Adaptive speed control software has a bug in it. Under certain conditions, my car will accelerate briskly toward the back of a car I'm following requiring me to brake briskly to avoid rear ending the car. Has been reported to the NTSB"

"Driving the Highlander is a pleasure. Acceleration is very responsive especially for passing on Highways while the Car is carrying extra passengers or goods There can be Steering Wheel pull when accelerating from low speed."

"Great on snow. Huges the road"

"For a SUV, acceleration is fairly powerful, which is good to have when you are driving through traffic."

"Solid and dependable. No surprises and plenary of power in all situations"

"All of the safety technology is very impressive and useful."

"Comfort"

"overall performance and reliability."

"Very enjoyable to drive especially on the road."

"During wet snowy weather as in east side of Lake Michigan in late December / January the car was difficult to keep from skidding, swaying and was unstable. Not good in winter driving conditions."

"V6 is powerful but traction is extremely limited on FWD model. Comfortable ride. Wind and road noise is good and much better than my 2004 Honda Pilot. Braking is good. Transmission shift logic is a bit confusing especially when stepping on throttle to quickly accelrate, than changing mind to travel at a more standard pace."

"Rides rough. does not handle bumps (small or large) well."

"Plenty of zip. Handles well."

"LOVE the acceleration! That said, the front wheel drive torque-steer and associated wheel-spin during acceleration making even mild turns is annoying at best. On wet pavement the front tires spin easily and the traction control is slow to take control. If I had known this I would have purchased the all-wheel drive option."

"When you accelerate HARD, you need to grab the steering wheel firmly to keep the car from pulling to the side."

"excellent acceleration that adds to safety when getting on the freeway or passing another car quickly."

"Better turning circle than my 2005 Matrix."

"Stability control saved us from a crash and rollover"

"Just a great car and it is very safe to drive"

"For a mid-size SUV, the vehicle is surprisingly peppy, even under a full load."

"Handling"

"Handles fine and great acceleration"

"Terrific steering. Very easy to drive. Great acceleration."

"The best of any SUV in its price range"

"The Highlander is a very smooth handling vehicle. Long road trips are made easy by it'seems comfort and radar-assist cruise control."

"The Toyota has great acceleration and handles very well' I like all of the safety equipment. I am a much better driver with this equipment,"

"Drove from Little Rock Arkansas to Grand Canyon on I40 with 5 passengers and all the luggage required by three young women and two older adults. Very comfortable ride and we were impressed with gas mileage, handling at high speed (did 105 at one point until I realized it), had strong winds in west Texas eastern New Mexico and vehicle was very steady all the way."

"Handling is superb and predictable."

"Outstanding acceleration when needed with great gas mileage. Handling is amazing. Love this car!!!"

"Very easy to drive, good acceleration, handles very well."

"The v6 has great acceleration."

"Satisfying acceleration and handling for an SUV."

"Very stable on gravel responsive and good acceleration"

"Best in class. Acceleration is excellent."

"Both the handling and acceleration are most excellent in this car."

"Great freeway acceleration. Corners extremely well for a large car."

"The shoulder section of the seatbelt rides up and rubs the left side of my face when I am driving. There is a device that allows me to lower the height of the belt, but not enough. I must constantly push the belt away from my face."

"Noise reduction is better than most other vehicoles"

"Comfortable ride. Second row seats are fantastic."

"Noise and stiff seats"

"The seats comfortably accommodate larger individuals."

"Because I am short I would like to be able to raise the seat a bit more."

"Very comfortable seats and ride, good for hours at a time. Very quiet interior."

"Great ride!"

"IAM SHORT NEED LONGER CENTER ARM REST. OUTSIDE MIRRORS VERY LARGE BLOCKS EASY VIEW"

"It is a very comfortable car. Great for trips."

"ride"

"The front driver's seat has an adjustable lumber control lever that moves the lumbar pad back and forth."

"I am in my car a lot and comfort is my highest priority. This is an extremely comfortable car, and the controls – whether it’s seats, climate control, or GPS – are all very easy to operate."

"I'm starting to notice louder and louder road noise, especially at highway speed. Sounds like a wind tunnel at times. I check the windows to make sure they're sealed andhey are but it still sounds like they are cracked open and the wind is blowing. The seats and ride are fine. I like the feel of the vehicle and how it drives."

"loud wind noise"

"very quite ride. It is easy to have a conversation because of low noise level."

"Vehicle very silent while driving"

"seats are comfortable, road noise is some what loud, ride is good buy not great"

"It's pretty quiet and comfortable. We love the two buttons to set preset set-up for the driver's seat."

"Nice and quiet on the road, wind noise has increased around the doors since new in 2014, but road noise is suppressed and it is easy to talk to passengers."

"very comfortable and easy to get in and out of the vehicle"

"Quiet solid comfortable ride"

"Very comfortable vehicle"

"THe most comfortable ride I've ever had in a vehicle. Handles like a sports car, size of a truck, ride of a luxury car."

"Tilt steering wheel is more of an adjustment of in and out."

"Very comfortable & love the cool & heated seats."

"Seats are hard and become uncomfortable on long trips. Lots of vehicle noise, wind, vibration, etc."

"Excellent ride, comfort, low noise, reliability, gas mileage."

"super quite, love vented seats"

"The best road warrior car I have ever owned. Sit high, quiet, maneuverable , holds a lot, many nice safety features."

"Seats are very comfortable, good back support. Ride isn't quite as good as some sedans, but still very good. Just a little bit of noise - not much."

"Driver's seat makes a noise when I change driving positions. The dealer has made adjustments twice but the noise keeps coming back. It isn't uncomfortable but it is annoying."

"Ease of entry, comfort while utilizing, and ease of exit."

"This car was the ONLY car that I test drove that had comfortable seats for me along with accommodating my short height."

"Ride is comfy"

"Too much road noise"

"The seats are great with the AC and Heat in them. But the ride is not comfortable, need more cushioning."

"The manual adjust seats are not very comfortable. And minimally adjustable. There’s is not enough thigh support or lumbar support."

"Driver's seat is rather hard requiring more frequent breaks than my previous Honda Odyssey."

"I am elderly and have degenerative disk disease. The Highlander seats are roomy and very comfortable for my back."

"The seats are not very comfortable for neither myself (5'3") or my husband (6'4"). The interior cabin has wind noise and the ride is sometimes rough, like a truck vs. car."

"This vehicle is great for long road trips. You can move around and make yourself comfortable."

"I have owned various vehicles for 53 rears. I don't remember ever having front seats that are less comfortable than the ones in this car. FYI: The seats are leather."

"The vehicle rides and handles nicely. The higher SUV frame with the 4 wheel drive system provides us with good, safe and reliable transportation in the cold and snowy northeast."

"Front seats are very comfortable"

"The front and second row captain's seats are very comfortable. The third row is a bit tight and I am glad that I am always in the front either as passenger or driver. Getting in and out of the third row is awkward for me."

"We found the seats uncomfortable on long trips Ride is rough and the cabin is a bit noisy."

"Very quiet ride and luxurious interior"

"Quiet ride with responsive steering and good suspension. Excellent acceleration."

"Comfortable seats. Roomy. No mechanical problems. Quiet. Smooth ride."

"The leather is prone to deteriorate. For example the arm rest has blistered, and the seat back has worn out."

"Comfort and adjustability of seats could be better. We get driver side window noise. The dealer blames the rain guard they installed over the window. They say they can’t fix it. ALL SO A BAD SMELL FROM THE VENT SYSTEM!"

"Great seats, head room and leg room"

"Seats are very comfortable, noise level is low, ride is smooth."

"Love the heated and Cool seats!!"

"This vehicle is pure joy to operate....so quite and the ride is like I am gliding on air. The seats and outside mirrors have two memory settings, one I use and one my wife uses....press a button and the seat takes the configuration and distance from the pedals that is locked in. We find this very convenient."

"My third Highlander... Seats, ride and noise quality very good."

"while driving highway, seems a little loud. the interior seems a little cheep. exterior seems a little on the thin side."

"Seats, front and back, are very comfortable. Cabin is quiet and ride is smooth."

"comfortable seats, good low back support in driver's seat only negative is no automatic seat control in passenger seat"

"Wind noise coming from drivers door."

"Second row seats (2) uncomfortable/ slab like— not suitable for long distance driving"

"The seats and room in this vehicle are comfortable even for a large man. The seats can be manipulated to so many settings allowing for making a long ride as comfortable as possible. It's an all around great car."

"Seats are hard. Become uncomfortable on a long drive."

"Very comfortable seats and ride for tall or large people in both front and 2nd row seats. Also very little road noise and a very comfortable ride, even on rougher roads."

"I suffered a traumatic brain injury and broken back in Iraq and was having severe issues riding in a vehicle. We set out to purchase a new vehicle with my personal comfort in mind as the primary factor. We had no intention of buying an SUV, but the Highlander proved to be the best vehicle for all around comfort for both of us. Instead of being miserable just traveling a mile or so, I can now travel several hours a day and enjoy trips like I used to. My Highlander has GREATLY improved my pers"

"It doesn't have airtight windows. Usually brand new cars do. My only disappointment."

"The power seat (driver) is extraordinarily comfortable and available in a reasonably priced (LE Plus) trim line."

"seats"

"we got what we paid for. good comfort,good ride, reasonable fuel economy."

"most comfortable vehicle I have ever owned"

"I am short and the left side mirror is large, this causes a blind spot when turning left."

"2nd row seats are a little low"

"On rides longer than 45 minutes to 1 hour, my back becomes uncomfortable and sore"

"Good. Back seat climte control."

"Finally an attractive body design on the Highlander. The ride is comfortable, drives and handles well in snow and rain. The only complaint is navigation system and speak controls are cumbersome and hard to use. The rear auto lift door also leaks grease coming out of the pistons. And the HVAC blower motoris quite loud at low levels"

"The insulation is very poor and the car is noisy inside. This is not the Limited model."

"Driver's seat control panel/trim keeps popping off. Have had it repaired several times. Range of drivers power seat movement (front to back) isn't much."

"The driver's seat is probably the most comfortable of any vehicle I've owned, all the way back to the 1970's. It's too bad that the XLE trim level does not come equipped with a power front passenger seat. That is a significant shortcoming, but not worth paying over $5k more to up-level to the Limited."

"Seats are hard and uncomfortable on long drives. Car is very noisy in the wind (Limited Ed)"

"Very comfortable, quiet and roomy. Great highway vehicle and good acceleration and decent handling for city driving. Several times in hot weather, it has taken over three minutes before the ac would start blowing cool air."

"The vehicle is exceptionally quiet mechanically, but the wind noise is very noticeable."

"great cruiser and very comfortable. Less happy about wind noise which I feel is high for this vehicle. My previous Toyota Sequoia was silent in comparison."

"I need to put a small below on thigh adjacent to door for comfort. The door pressure on that knee is uncomfortable."

"Noisy ride compare to the sequoia. Average comfort. Fan controlled is small and not easy to locate while driving. Backup camera is small and not very useful."

"excellent car. Very responsive"

"amazing how quickly the interior heats up when cold"

"Quiet !"

"wind noise is noticeable"

"Large size for seats and wonderful middle storage."

"Lots of room"

"The seats are firmer than compared to the GMC Acadia we owned before we bought this Highlander. We've gotten used to the firmer seats but would prefer softer seats."

"The seats could be a bit wider/larger for a heavier person"

"Air cooled seats make little or no difference"

"Great comfortable seats, love the AC and heat feature. Climate control is right on and easy to alter. Like that there is air flow in the rear of the vehicle."

"Driving position not great. Bread lights are not adequate--poor nighttime visibility."

"Seats support your back very well. Climate control is simple to adjust.Air vents are strategically placed throughout the vehicle.It is very quiet. You can carry on a conversation without raising your voice."

"The heating system is slow to heat up to comfortable level. I must turn it up to past 75 degrees to get medium heat."

"Seat is too low for a person 5'3". I have to use a cushion even at its highest setting. This puts the driver side outside mirror in the way when making a left turn."

"No arm rest for drivers right arm, windshield column on drivers left side blocks view and can make left turns more difficult, navigation screen glares out so you don't see back up camera or maps!"

"Climate control is effective. Driver's seat is the most comfortable I have ever sat in. The ride is smooth and comfortable for a SUV."

"The seats are very uncomfortable; they're hard. The arm rests are too far apart and are at different levels - one higher than the other. No matter how I adjust the seats, I cannot find a comfortable position. It is like sitting on a bench."

"I,wish that there was a right turn camera and also would like to have the divers seat be able,to move back more"

"The air conditioned seats are great here in Houston, TX"

"The ride is easy handling and very comfortable, the braking is very good."

"Very smooth ride. Some wind noise. Second row seats wobble when not occupied"

"Well supported seats very close in quality to the two previous Lexus RX300 vehicles I've owned. The ride is stable with very limited road noise coming through into the cabin. Engine and transmission are perfectly matched for a smooth ride with more than ample acceleration."

"Roomy with Lexus type ride"

"Very comfortable seats and smooth ride. Rather much road noise, depending on the road surface."

"low noise, wide seats that have heated and cooling, adjustable on both driver and passenger sides. Sold and smooth ride."

"Very quiet."

"It rides well with very little noise. The seats are comfortable."

"THe Highlander is my wife's vehicle...we are both in our 80's..she with arthritis complains the steering is much too stiff. Toyota says there is no adjustment. My Sienna steering is much easier for her to drive....don't understand why the Highlander cannot be adjusted....I back the highlander into the garage daily for my wife. My home faces east, The glare in the backup screen from the sun kills the light on the screen (backing west. the screen should be recessed in the dashj"

"Seat are uncomfortable. I have to sue a back supor."

"Extremely comfortable, quiet ride. What an awesome vehicle!!"

"Road noise somewhat intrusive at speed - could benefit from more sound deadening"

"Very smooth ride with little wind or road noise. Seats comfortable."

"The quality of finish, the sound reduction, and the adjustable seating are even better than in our 2005 version of the same car. It is also a more powerful engine. Toyota has made this an even more comfortable ride with much greater leg room in the second and third row seating. We bought a vehicle with captain's chairs in the second row - and that makes access to the third row much easier."

"comfortable seats, noisy ride"

"Overall great comfort. Rides smooth. Former pilot owner not even in same league."

"We love the interior of the car. The whole interior is clearly designed to keep the family comfortable. The heated seats are wonderful in Minnesota."

"This was an expensive vehicle given the presence of other similar vehicles in the market place. I am disappointed with the minor stuff like the leather, like the fact that Toyota cars are not warranty covered throughout North America as stated in their marketing material."

"Expensive but with Toyota you get quality. Expect to have this SUV for a long time."

"Bought a limited edition for a relatively high price, overall poor quality and bad workmanship."

"decent enough ride over all. sound system ok. visibility while driving is somewhat hampered by the passenger seat, middle support frame and my wife's head when trying to see oncoming traffic to the right."

"Good purchase price compar d to the Lexus"

"High end features at bargain basement prices but implementation is not well thought out."

"Platinum series, all the bells a whistles! Everything is working fine except for what I consider premature brake replacement at only 20000 miles. Severe rusting required replacement, front and rear and Toyota refused to warranty."

"Compared the car to Lexus, mercedes and Acura and this car was equal to or exceeded the others."

"It might be because I am short but screen often glares out and I can’t use back up camera or navigation screen"

"We got a good deal on the Toyota and are very happy with it. It also retains its value well."

"Value is excellent,! Have owned it for 4.5 years and it runs great. Haven’t spent any money other than routine maintenance and a set of replacement tires. Steering feel inspires confidence. I would buy another Highlander in a minute!"

"The Highlander holds it's resale value better than most midsize suv's."

"Awesome resale, great reliability. Have not needed to repair anything. Oil and filter changes only. About to replace the tires"

"I feel one gets good value and safety with the Subaru. Clearly there are other cars in the same price range with more inside glitz or sharper external lines but I don't believe they have the same safety features or safety history that a Subaru has. Look at the IIHS comparisons!"

"Good price for features provided"

"It has continued to just need routine maintenance. It fits my family and friends, and it tows utility trailers very well. I really LOVE the full time AWD, and it drives more securely than my previous full size Sequoia."

"While kind of "vanilla" compared to other comparable SUV's, the Highlander is what you might call, "best all around". It just does a very good job of being what it is supposed to be... a trouble-free, reliable, six passenger family vehicle."

"It is a great value. It is a luxury car, without the luxury car price. We have paid only for usual maintenance and have had minimal issues. The vehicle drives great and has a wonderful sound system."

"I think the highlander is the greatest value for my money"

"The purchase price was very reasonable in relation to quality. There has no problems so far."

"My 2014 Highlander has retained good value over the years and because it is in great condition, and my low annual mileage when having it serviced am often offered a very good price if I would want to trade it in on a new model."

"passenger seat too high"

"Reliable and not over priced."

"Very reliable, except for command center, Occasionally goes blank and/or freezes. Rides and handles better than expected on highway. Comfortable and roomy back seats. Good cargo space. I would recommend this car, in fact have to my sister."

"Did not have the option of getting the safety features at the LE + level. Would not connect properly with my "dumb" phone"

"Very flexible seating to accommodate both passengers anD cargo."

"It is great car with a lot of safety equipment. It get very good gas mileages on the road."

"For the price, and considering the large blind spots this new design has, the XLE trim level should have included blind spot monitoring."

"very comfortable and roomy"

"Great car"

"The price was reasonable when we compared to the price that we paid for the 2002 Highlander that we traded in."

"Would have like more safety features."

"Limited edition vehicle. Very expensive and noting special about the car."

"standard features included items I would not have ordered separately. In other words, I got more than I expected as standard features"

"Last Highlander I had went 183,000 miles without any repairs"

"For a full featured model lacking some features, like seat memory for 2 drivers, blind spot alert or warning alert for backup camera"

"Would like better mileage"

"Very comfortable around town and for trips. Safety features are excellent, especially like the blind spot warning system. Plenty of room in the back"

"Great styling, dependability, lots of room for the money."

"The car was expensive but well constructed. Mileage is not great. Overall, a very good car."

"The Toyota handles well and delivers a comfortable and quiet ride. However, the screen on the infotainment system is difficult to use almost to the point of being dangerous if trying to access while driving. There was more of a learning curve on the Toyota than the Kia. While it has adequate storage space, it has less cargo volume that the earlier old design models. The A pillar presents quite a blind spot for my wife and no adjustment of the seat eliminates it. Reflecting on the price of..."

"Space and comfort"

"Holds its value"

"I buy Toyotas for reliability. This is my 3rd Highlander and it's all I can ask for. Just routine maintenance...no major problems. Have extended warranty."

"Handling, acceleration, ride and comfort is awesome. Would like Toyota to work on improving MPG."

"For the lease price we pay, we got a lot of features with it: moon roof, nice audio system, leather seats. It fits us all well (4 of us), handles well, and hauls most things we need to get or take places. Good amount of room for everyone."

"This is an excellent car/SUV. It is a joy to drive and works for every situation: bringing bikes; carrying the kayaks on the roof racks we added; groceries; luggage; grandchildren car seats and strollers and crap. Our son and daughter in law bought one. Our daughter and son in law bought one. We will have this car for a long time."

"All the features are very practical and useful. It is comfortable to drive. No major concerns with the vehicle at all."

"That's why I chose it."

"Sporty"

"The problem is the side mirrors. They are too high. They block my vision completely. I am at an average height, but I have to sit on a pillow to see over them."

"I love the shelf that is on the dash board. It should be a standard feature on all cars."

"Looks."

"Don't like captain chairs for back seat; prefer bench seat"

"My wife doesn't like the front end, thinks its to long and hard to see for parking. We both don't like the front window area, its big and interior heats up more than our old Highlander which requires us to turn A/C very low."

"I don't particularly care for the "stepped on and squashed down" look, which deprives you of rear visibility. Since it is longer and wider than previous models, it's harder to find spaces it fits into, and harder to reach the glovebox, etc."

"Excellent visibility and it is a good looking vehicle."

"Info screen should be slanted slightly toward the driver. As it is, sunlight from the passenger window creates a glare on the screen making it difficult or impossible to read, especially the back-up screen."

"Many positive comments on the looks"

"They don't sell white cars anymore! It is blizzard pearl and costs extra!. The underside of the lip of airfoil catches dirt and it is very hard to clean."