Used 2002 Toyota Highlander 2WD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A) Consumer Reviews
Excellent Car
Very Very good Car!
5.5 years and still loving it!
I originally bought this car, my first Toyota, because it was rated #1 in Advanced Safety (the lighted running boards were a plus too!). Over 77,000 miles later, it still gets 22 mpg around town, 26 mpg on road trips and I've only had to replace the tires at 56,000. No other expense except for oil changes every 3,000 miles. That emissions light does come on with the gas cap issue, but I just let it stay on. Cargo compartment more than adequate for my needs -- 400 lbs of chicken feed and two bales of hay on the luggage racks on top! Back seat comfortably seats three if you need to. I just had it detailed so it is brand new all over again and I couldn't ask for a better, more dependable car
- Limited 4dr SUVMSRP: $6,900147 mi away
- Base 4dr SUVMSRP: $3,990428 mi away
- Limited 4dr SUVMSRP: $7,975540 mi away
best in class
drove both 4 & 6 cy., and chose the 4 for gas mileage. It's fine for majority of driving, but if you ever have to stop on an incline, and then start uphill again it may take you to Christmas to get to the top! I test drove Explorer, Pathfinder, CR-V, Santa Fe, Escape, and Jeep Liberty. Highlander's quality far better than any of those. I have bought nine new cars in my life, and this was the most unpleasant transaction I've had. The dealership was the most impersonal, uncaring, arrogant salesmen I've ever dealt with, especially AFTER the sale. Wouldn't return phone calls.
Very Overrated
We've owned a Highlander for about a year and a half, and overall, I'm disappointed. I hate the soft steering - it's hard to drive straight at highway speeds. And it's not very quiet at high speeds. If you put down *any* window, you get the vibration/roar people talk about. The seats are unsupportive, and the seat bottoms are very short. I'm 6-feet tall, and my back aches after driving for more than an hour. Nearly as bad as my wife's old RAV-4. The stock stereo is TERRIBLE. The back tonneau cover is heavy and badly designed -- must be handled *very* carefully to avoid bumping/scratching the interior or cargo. Lousy dealer, too.
I would recommend the Highlander
The Highlander is a great vehicle for it's purpose. It is not designed to be used for offroad, but the ride is that of luxury car. As an alternative to a station wagon, this vehicle excels. If you are looking for a great family vehicle, this is it!