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5 out of 5 stars

OH WHAT A FEELING TO DRIVE A TOYOTA

follow edmunds, 10/20/2017
2004 Toyota Highlander Fwd 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful

Never knew driving a toyota could be so much fun, this vehicle steers like a go cart it is super responsive on the road, the interior looks awsome,the lumbar support really helps me out greatly. The radio has some great sound loud and clear,the seating is super. Also she has real horse power on the 3.3, To be honest about the highlander its a beaut well worth its price and the re-sale value dont depreciate like other vehicles. THUMBS UP TO TOYOTA you got me.

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3.13 out of 5 stars

Too many issues

mm, 01/22/2008
2004 Toyota Highlander AWD 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful

Good: ride, airbags, tether, handling. Bad: quality (started rattling at 20000 miles), warranty repair, failing steering column at 31000 miles in non-demanding driving conditions (mostly flat or slightly hilly terrain). Very dissapointing experience with my 3rd Toyota.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great Highlander

Joseph George, 08/25/2006
2004 Toyota Highlander Limited Fwd 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

The Highlander has never been returned for warranty work or factory defects, except for 2 minor recalls. My only concern is the ride is becoming a bit harsh at 34K miles

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Good, but need better mileage &visabilit

twr923, 03/19/2004
2004 Toyota Highlander Fwd 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful

Love Love Love the Highlander, but I have noticed when changing lanes, visability on the side is impaired, hate hate the mileage, seem to be putting more and more gas in it than my 1999 camry, can anything be done, otherwise, great vehicle, good family car

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Overall ok, but a few problems

Allison, 11/23/2009
2004 Toyota Highlander Fwd 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful

Dealer said seats were scotchguarded. Were not and now they are terribly stained. Had brake problem that I took to the dealer 4 times that they couldn't figure out. Local shop fixed it. Traction control terrible. Should have gotten 4WD. Suitable gas mileage. Tow a small utility trailer fine. Good family car overall.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

You can depend on this one.

ED, 09/30/2007
2004 Toyota Highlander Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful

I always buy Toyota because of the reliability and quality. This is no exception. Yes the ride is a little uncomfortable, and the tranny does feel awkward in certain situations, but so far this car has not given me any problems not one, it had a minor recall issue but Toyota took care of it at no charge; some sensor needed to be replaced. I would recommend this SUV to anyone who needs security to move around on a day to day basis.

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5 out of 5 stars

2004 Highlander---great quality/reliability

Amy, 10/24/2017
2004 Toyota Highlander AWD 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful

2004 is before the electronics, so you wont find those in this model. I have owned this car since 2005---177,000 miles, no major repairs---just the routine tires, brakes, maintence and an alternator. Almost afraid to give it up.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

04 Toyota Highlander - Great Vehicle

Mrs. R. Lewis, 05/04/2005
2004 Toyota Highlander Fwd 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

The vehicle's overall performance is great. Handles well in snow/ice. The only thing I can't get seem to get over is the fact that I have to hear this short clicking sound everytime I first start the vehicle, put in drive and accelerate. I took my vehicle in twice when I first noticed this clicking and was told it's normal... that's the ABS actuator turning on. Other than that, I feel I made a good investment in this vehicle... spent a little more than I anticipated but it's worth it. I could have paid less and got more incentives for another vehicle but I would have gotten less durability and less quality.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Amazing gas mileage for suv

04Hldrluvit, 07/21/2008
2004 Toyota Highlander AWD 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

When I first picked this up, I knew I would be paying a lot for gas, but little did I know how great this thing was on the highway, where 95%of my driving is. With the scan gauge tool, I was getting 28 mpg at 63 mph cruise. Interior is very car like and comfortable, buttons are all huge and simple. The awd is not even noticeable. Standard stability and traction control and abs is just why Toyota is dominating domestics.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love It!

RLH, 04/16/2009
2004 Toyota Highlander Limited AWD 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This is the second Highlander I have owned and my wife and I love It! We owned our first one in 2003 and it was great. Third row seating and a few other options were the reason we traded a year later. For those of you that are annoyed with the tire pressure light, keep your tires inflated above 29 psi and this should solve your problem. I've towed a 24 foot boat to the beach and the handling was solid and precise. The 4 wheel disc brakes were amazing in stopping the 3000lbs. behind me. As with any vehicle you must have the proper maintenance performed at recommended intervals and don't wait until a problem arises then blame it on the vehicle. I also own a Toyota Tacoma pick-up for work!

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