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Used 2003 Toyota Highlander Consumer Reviews

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Capable Cruiser

shendee, 07/12/2005
2003 Toyota Highlander Fwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

We needed car-like ride and handling and the Highlander delivers. Plenty of room, especially front-seat footroom, plus a noise-free ride. Outstanding dependability and top-notch build quality make an excellent value. The transmission is especially smooth and the standard audio features user-friendly knobs and big, lighted buttons. The 220-hp V-6 is smooth and powerful enough. Mileage is as advertised, 23 mpg when driven sensibly. The 60-40 split rear seat easily folds flat creating 81 cubic feet of cargo capacity. The quality of interior materials is good, although the dash is hard, grained plastic and the plush ivory cloth is not child-frieldly. Visibility and handling are strengths

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5 out of 5 stars

awesom!

green thumb, 03/08/2003
2003 Toyota Highlander AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

When I heard about the Highlander I knew I wanted it.I have been happy ever since.Handles shockingly well in snow and rain - abs & 4 wheel drive kick in and I don't have to worry about it.gas mileage is terrific,cargo area is easy to access as are the rear seats when you need to carry large items. enjoying the compliments on the color (bluestone metallic)and design. love this vehicle, way to go Toyota!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Long Hauls

Jim, 10/12/2010
2003 Toyota Highlander Limited AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Only one problem with vehicle: the drivers bench seat is too short and causes extreme leg pain on an extended trip. I frequently drive for 10 and 12 hour stretches, and the bench does not provide enough support for me. I am 6 ft. tall, so I cannot imagine how a taller person fairs in this vehicle. Overall, the car has been trouble free.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

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Smokey, 02/28/2006
2003 Toyota Highlander Limited AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Steering is very stiff at highway speeds causing the feeling that it has locked up, and trying to make a minor adjustment always results in an oversteer or over correction situation. The result is a weaving left to right as you travel the straight-aways. There is no room for any extra stuff in the front for the driver or passenger. Difficult to get the EPA rating of 24 Hghy.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

vehicle owner

ceo, 01/20/2004
2003 Toyota Highlander Limited AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This SUV is a Joy to drive. Confort, quality, reliability and best of all a toyota badge on a Lexus. Eat yout heart out Ford, Crysler. A happy owner.

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