Used 2005 Toyota Highlander AWD 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (3.3L 6cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
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In love after all these years.
shasta4, Palo Cedro, CA, 02/14/2011
Toyota Highlander AWD 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
50 of 52 people found this review helpful
135K miles. Bought 8/04. Most options, 3rd row. V6, 3.3, AWD. I've had big 3, BMW (3), Volvo (2), Jag V12 sedan, Audi and this is the best of them all in terms of overall satisfaction. I can find small design grips like the vague sunroof switch, tight 3 row seat, but very little problems and outstanding reliability. Orig. Bridgestones 50K. Rear brakes 60K. Front brakes 130K ! All lamps except highs original. High beams 120K. Tow a 2,000 lb travel trailer cross 3,000 miles averaging 20.5mpg. Mileage town 18, highway 23. No leaks, amazing tranny, great power, tows trailer beautifully (after easy lift). One problem. At 50K rear bushing worn. Probably do to trailer towing.
Age is only a number
luvtoyota10, Fort Wayne, IN, 01/09/2014
updated 01/15/2017
Toyota Highlander AWD 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
20 of 22 people found this review helpful
I can't believe this car is 9 years old! It drives as if it was brand new. This is my grandmother's vehicle and it only has 76k miles on it. It handles so nice compared to my 2013 Toyota Highlander. It has hydraulic power steering, not electric, so it has good steering feel with a decent weight. It also corners spectacularly due to it's lower ride height. The V6 is just fine for the size. The interior could be roomier. I'm over 6' so the front seat is a little cramped. But, it has great cargo versatility, came in handy when I moved. I couldn't lower all of my 2013's seats due to a seat lever malfunction that I'm getting fixed. This Highlander, is an amazing car. Had it for 6 years.
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satisfied
mary harrell, 09/20/2006
Toyota Highlander AWD 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
our highlander has been very dependable. weve driven it to atlantic city a few time. its a very smooth ride, and comfortable. we havent had any problems with it.we would reccomend this vehicle to any one.its very good on hills. we bought the toyota highlander,because we didnt like not being able to see. we owned the toyota camry,before the highlander.it was hard to see the traffic ahead,because of all the suv;s and trucks in front of us. we are completely satisfied sincerely mary harrell somerville,nj
Superb vehicle
Gus, 11/20/2008
Toyota Highlander AWD 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is a fantastic car. I have driven it for the past 3 1/2 years and I have had NO problems at all with this car. When Edmunds said this car was reliable back in 2005, they were on the mark! Please see positives and negatives below.
The good and the bad (in my opinion)
Michelle, 04/30/2006
Toyota Highlander AWD 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (3.3L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
A few reasons I decided on the Highlander: Consumer Reports ratings, need for lots of leg room for my 6'9" son, and I needed a larger vehicle than my Honda Civic to accomodate my 250 lb. dog. I really like the Highlander, except that the seats aren't deep enough. I'm 5'11" and have long legs. The edge of the seat hits me in the middle of my thighs. I didn't notice it during the test drive because I wasn't in the car long enough to notice it. I have an hour+ commute to and from work, and my legs become very uncomfortable. The third seat is useless. My 5-year- old niece might fit back there, but no full-size adult could ever fit there comfortably.