Used 2003 Toyota Highlander Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A) Consumer Reviews
Stripped Head-Bolts
Never had a problem with this vehicle until Jan 25 2011 as I was driving across town. Coolant leak brought me to a dead stop. I discovered a common problem with this engine (2.4L 4cyl). Just Google Highlander stripped head-bolts to see how many of these engines are dying and how expensive the fix is. Mine had only 126,000 miles on it. I am the original owner. The dealer will not help with repair costs even though this is a manufacturing and or design issue.
Buy the V6
Bought the 4 cylinder for my wife, she is ok with it, but I can not stand to drive it. We thought we would get better gas mileage out of the 4 cylinder but that has not been the case. We get 19 mpg every time, sometimes less. On a recent trip, we got 22, no where near the advertised 22- 27 mpg. I have talked to those who have the 6 cylinder and they are getting the same or better gas mileage. So it makes since to buy the V6 and have 80-90 more horsepower while getting the same gas mileage.
- Limited 4dr SUVMSRP: $9,995158 mi away
- Base 4dr SUVMSRP: $5,995170 mi away
- Limited 4dr SUVMSRP: $4,250241 mi away
Dependable
Great serviceable vehicle, dependable.
Rock solid
62,000 miles and no problems other than a loose sun visor. 22+ MPG all around, quiet and smooth ride, room for lots of stuff.
fair enough
the exterior looks great but the braking distance and sound insulation could be better.