2013 Toyota Highlander - Consumer Discussions

2014 Toyota Highlander

• Will a top view (bird's-eye view) camera option be available on 2014 HL?

  Written by: ushy66 on Jun 8, 2013 6:54:17 PM

  Does anyone know if the 2014 Highlander will have the top view, bird's-eye camera system to enhance safety and security? So far, I have not found any info from Toyota or other sources that this feature will be on the 2014 Highlander. However, it is currently available from Nissan (2013 Pathfinder), Infinity (2013 JX/2014 QX60), Acura (2014 MDX), BMW (2013 X3 and X5), Audi (2013 Q5 and Q7), and Mercedes (ML/GL). ... Read More

Extended Warranty - Toyota Extra Care

• Re: Extended Warranty & Maintenance [ben123456]

  Written by: Stever@Edmunds on Jun 4, 2013 10:04:09 AM

  The Edmunds Car Maintenance Guide says that oil changes and filters and a couple of tire rotations will run you about $676 over 45,000 miles (that's for a Beverly Hills zip code, so your actual costs could be less). So the Maintenance is close to a wash, assuming the dealer doesn't upsell you something every time you go in for service. I'd rather take care of all that stuff myself and ... Read More

Toyota Highlander oil sludge settlement

• Re: Excessive Oil Usage 2012 Highlander 6 cylinder [heartlandhome]

  Written by: cordieriteman on May 26, 2013 6:49:12 AM

  I am interested in the research you did on your Highlander to find the unlimited mileage repair for the original owner. I am an original owner of a 2001 and have found high oil consumption with my vehicle at approximately 165,000 miles. My Toyota dealership says nothing about any repair through Toyota. They say that they are only familiar with the "oil sludge" problem on other Highlanders. I am not sure ... Read More

Toyota Highlander Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2013 Highlander SE

  Written by: andrewst01 on May 25, 2013 6:20:00 AM

  Recently bought a new Blizzard Pearl '13 Highlander SE with mudguards, side body moldings, protective film on hood, carpet floor & cargo mats, cargo net, exhaust tip, remote engine start for $32,949 + sales tax, docs fee & registration at Toyota of Cool Springs, Franklin, TN. Includes free car washes and Toyota Care 24 mos. program. Excellent experience with salesperson (Barry White) and the dealership. Both seem very customer-oriented.

Toyota Highlander Navigation Issues

• Re: 2013 Navigation/Audio System Issue [pheaton23]

  Written by: backster on May 24, 2013 9:14:57 PM

  Pheaton Spent about 2 hours yesterday with Toyota's field technical expert--what was determined was the PROBLEM with my sirius is "CHARACTERISTIC" of the highlander. We drove another highlander and it it did the same exact thing--toyota considers this normal. Currently have two other non toyota vehicles with sirius and neither vehicle does this. Also the 08 sequoia that I sold in December didn't do it either. Another loyal toyota owner no ... Read More

2014 Toyota Highlander

• Official: 2014 Highlander

  Written by: ushy66 on Mar 27, 2013 9:58:54 AM

  For the reveal of the 2014 Highlander, click on following links: 1.) link title 2.) link title 3.) link title Front-end Design: Some of you may find the new front-end design an improvement, and to some degree I do, with 'dynamic', 'sleek' and 'strong' (???) design elements (Toyota speak/spin), but I am very underwhelmed/disappointed in Toyota's Calty (Newport Beach and Ann Arbor) team results/design execution. Why can't these guys and gals ... Read More

• Re: Official: 2014 Highlander Debuts in 2 Weeks @ NY Auto Show [ushy66]

  Written by: Stever@Edmunds on Mar 14, 2013 9:36:48 AM

  Sorry, it even said it was a 2013 on the photo caption. Toyota's really playing hide the ball, waiting for the 3/27 NY show.

Toyota Highlander Lease Questions

• 2013 Highander SE

  Written by: uc4me on Mar 10, 2013 12:01:04 PM

  I have been offered the following deal for a 2013 Toyota Highlander 4WD V6 SE: MSRP: 36,700 Net Cap Cost: Not sure yet, asking the dealer for it now) Residual Cost: 22,592 Term: 36 Money Factor: 0.00047 Mileage: 12,000 To get this deal we are trading in a 08 Rav4, Base V6 with 60K. We still owe $9000 and the dealer is giving us $14,300. Plus we are putting an addition ... Read More

Toyota Highlander Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2013 Highlander Hybrid w/ Leather Premium Package

  Written by: driveit4ever on Mar 8, 2013 6:26:55 PM

  I just bought a 2013 Highlander Hybrid with Blizzard Pearl exterior, black interior, and the Leather Premium Package, along with all weather mats and cross bars. MSRP: $44,064 Invoice: $40,490 True Market Value®: $42,094 I agreed to add on 3M Chip Protection package for $995, which the dealer essentially discounted by 50%, yielding a base price, with options, of $44500. I also agreed to add Extended warranty (7 year / 125K ... Read More

Toyota Highlander Tires and Wheels

• Re: the Goodyear TRIPLE TRED C/S

  Written by: damifinomike on Feb 27, 2013 9:21:08 AM

  I've had these tires on Toyota Highlander LTD (2008) 19 inch wheels since December, 2012. So far results have been favorable in the snow and sleet and slush we have encoutered in MI. Drove on them thru bad storm to Chicago area right after Christmas and they held the road good across the turnpike. Quiet running tires on dry pavement - hold the road good on wet pavement - and track ... Read More

Toyota Highlander

• Questions

  Written by: bobw1 on Feb 18, 2013 7:38:18 PM

  Does anyone know if the 2013 Highlander is made in Japan or the US. I've seen different web sites list both. Also, any one know why Toyota would put a 6 speed A/T in the 4 cyl and downgrade to the 5 speed for the 6 cyl. Doesn't make sense. Thanks....

Toyota Highlander Lease Questions

• Feb. 2013 lease rates on Highlander

  Written by: ttttt9 on Feb 18, 2013 1:53:38 PM

  Does anyone know the money factor and residual for February 2013 on a Toyota Highlander SE? It appears there are no lease incentives at the moment. I live in the Mid-Atlantic.

Toyota Highlander Accessories and Modifications

• 2013 Highlander - Door Edge Guards & Side Molding

  Written by: 98bluewave on Feb 15, 2013 1:37:26 PM

  When I purchased my 2013 Highlander it had the side molding on the doors. I want to add the Toyota door edge guards. There is about 1/8" from the end of the side molding to the edge of the door. I have asked parts dept., Toyota parts suppliers, and even Toyota whether you can install the door edge guard with side molding installed. For some reason no one has been able ... Read More

Toyota Highlander Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2013 Highlander Limited 4x4

  Written by: mjhussain on Feb 13, 2013 6:44:41 AM

  Hello everyone, I am in the market for a SUV. I am considering purchasing a 2013 Highlander Limited. I visited a local dealer (Pauly Toyota) in Crystal Lake, Illinois area, and got a price quote of $36505 + TTL. The total OTD price came out to be $39383. This is my first ever Toyota Highlander so I am not sure of what others are paying for a car with similar features. ... Read More

Toyota Highlander Keys and Remotes

• Need help: New car key

  Written by: sc241101 on Jan 29, 2013 4:57:14 AM

  I just purchased a brand new 2013 Toyota highlander se. The salesperson handed me two keys at the time of delivery. One key is black and the other is gray. Back home, after I read the owner's manual, I found the gray one is a valet key, which means one of my master key is still in the dealer. On the second day, I back to dealer and asked for the ... Read More

Toyota Highlander Lease Questions

• 2013 Highlander SE 4x4 Jan numbers

  Written by: dcf1955 on Jan 16, 2013 7:02:41 AM

  Hi all - I wanted to forward lease numbers for January. We just leased a 2013 Highlander SE 4X4 in MA and the MF was 0.00001 with a 24 month residual of 70.5%. The 36 month residual was 61% but we went with 24 month lease. Remember Toyota's residuals fluctuate slightly on optional equipment. Good luck.

2014 Toyota Highlander

• 2014 HL Spy shots break cover!

  Written by: ushy66 on Jan 9, 2013 7:03:34 PM

  Wonder when we will first see the 2014 HL without all the Camo? (check this link: http://www.autoblog.com/2013/01/09/all-new-toyota-highlander-snapped-while-testi- - ng/ ) 2013 Chicago auto show? Jake

Extended Warranty - Toyota Extra Care

• Toyota care and Highlander

  Written by: stygz2 on Jan 9, 2013 9:55:53 AM

  I was looking at a new 2013 Highlander Limited the other day. After looking at the window sticker it had toyota care listed at $699 or $799 (cant remember the exact price). After further research I see toyota offers three tiers of toyota care. 1. I thought toyota care was free? 2. Do I have to take the $799 option listed on the window sticker or is it just an implied ... Read More

Toyota Highlander Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2013 Toyota Highlander V6 SE in Houston, TX [mmln]

  Written by: davem5 on Jan 5, 2013 5:33:42 PM

  While I couldn't give you a price off-hand, I HIGHLY recommend Haas Toyota Country up on 249 in Tomball (a stone's throw from 1960). I advise lots of folks about car buying, and they are by far the fairest dealer out there (note - I live 3 blocks fro Joe Meyers.....no way Jose). My first personal dealing with them was 10 years ago when we got a Highlander...their price was fair, ... Read More

• 2013 Toyota Highlander V6 SE in Houston, TX

  Written by: mmln on Dec 29, 2012 6:58:24 PM

  Did anyone buy recently in houston (2013 Toyota Highlander V6 SE) ? What is the best deal ? including TTL. Post also dealer info.

Toyota Highlander Lease Questions

• 2013 Highlander Lease Rates

  Written by: rkl76 on Dec 27, 2012 9:39:03 PM

  Hello Car man, Can you please provide money factor and residual for 2013 Toyota Highlander Base V6? 12k/Year, 36 month lease. This is for Corona, California. Thanks RKL76

2014 Toyota Highlander

• 2014 Highlander

  Written by: ushy66 on Dec 23, 2012 11:12:56 AM

  Any word on when the newly re-designed 2014 Hignlander will debut? It should be soon. Any available spy pics? And what would your wish list include for new changes or features? I currently own a 2010 LTD HL and like it alot, but would like to see the following safety features added: Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear cross traffic Alert like the 2013 Avalon Touring and LTD have. I also would ... Read More

Toyota Highlander Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2013 Highlander Limited V6 4WD [finner]

  Written by: sgov on Dec 4, 2012 10:04:31 AM

  Does this include DVD as well? I got a similar one 37300+tax & fees in CA (dublin Toyota). You can see my post above for details.

• Re: 2013 Highlander Limited DVD, Nav, Entune, crossbar,carpets [fredcpa]

  Written by: sgov on Dec 4, 2012 10:02:25 AM

  Dublin Toyota.

• 2013 Highlander Limited DVD, Nav, Entune, crossbar,carpets

  Written by: sgov on Nov 28, 2012 11:48:48 PM

  2013 Limited 4WD, magnetic gray metallic, DVD, Nav, Entune in SF Bay area for $37,300 + Tax & Fees -> 41200 On the road. I went to dealer after a series of email when he agreed to 37000 but when I went there he cheated me saying 37000 for cash only, then I was fedup and offered 250 more and finally settled at 300 more to 37300. Declined all other offers ... Read More

Honda Pilot vs Mazda CX-9 vs Toyota Highlander

• Newbie Shopper

  Written by: bvanremortel on Nov 28, 2012 7:49:52 PM

  Well in the next few months I'm shopping for a new family hauler (4 kids...)after selling our 2002 Honda Odyssey last month. I will be a ginnea pig as I shop the 2013 Mazda CX-9 (looks VERY nice in new format), Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, Acura MDX, Nissan Pathfinder, and Infinity JX35. I'm in the $38,000-$45,000 range so a loaded regular model or a stock Luxury version... I like sports cars ... Read More

Toyota Highlander Lease Questions

• 2013 Toyota Highlander Lease

  Written by: newcaraholic on Nov 13, 2012 6:47:57 AM

  Hey Car Man, Could you please post the numbers for a 36 month lease on a Toyota Highlander Limited 4 x 4 for 15,000 miles a year? I live in Illinois. Thanks.

Toyota Highlander Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2013 Highlander SE with Navigation [irishprop]

  Written by: deep22 on Nov 10, 2012 8:04:16 AM

  Thanks .I think you got a good deal. I ended up getting Higlander SE with navigation + cross bar + carpet mat for 34,882 + sales tax + tag. I bought it from Freedom toyota in Hamburg

• Re: 2013 Highlander SE with Navigation [mgoldstein]

  Written by: deep22 on Oct 16, 2012 9:24:04 AM

  Thanks. Freedom Toyota quote is about $300 better then what I have... will continue shopping. thanks again.

• Re: 2013 Highlander SE with Navigation [deep22]

  Written by: mgoldstein on Oct 15, 2012 5:28:34 PM

  Bought a Highlander Limited w/ Nav. I highly recommend Freedom Toyota in Hamburg. Got great deal. It included a trade. Combined (trade and discount ) they were over $1000 less than all dealers in Allentown and Conshohocken.

Toyota Highlander Lease Questions

• Is this a good deal on a 4WD v6 SE? (Seattle area)

  Written by: jasonlyman on Jun 15, 2012 7:12:15 PM

  I have been offered the following for a 2012 Toyota Highlander 4WD V6 SE: MSRP: 36,971 Net Cap Cost: 34,457 Residual Cost: 21,979 Term: 36 Money Factor: 0.00065 Mileage: 12,000 This translates into a monthly payment of $445.28. Does this deal seem like a good one? Also, does the fact that 2013 model will be coming out soon impact the quality of this deal?

Toyota Highlander Maintenance and Repair

• problems

  Written by: choochooman on Mar 18, 2012 11:04:29 AM

  took my 04 highlander fwd 54,600 miles in for Va. state inspection at the toyota dealer, it passed, however they wanted to show me problems they found. ball joint leaking on dr side only $320.00 with the alignment, said it was'nt leaking to the point to prevent car from passing the inspection also the rear valve cover gasket is leaking they failed to give me a printout price, p steering fluid ... Read More