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4.75 out of 5 stars

Excellent choice

toycannon, 05/16/2008
2008 Toyota Highlander Sport 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Gave back 05 pilot for the 08 highlander. Huge improvement in looks, ride comfort, shifter location, a/c, stereo, moonroof. Miss homelink and split 3rd row. Display gives you current mpg and different useful data as well as back up camera. Very quiet, steering feel is light.

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5 out of 5 stars

Love it!

tina, 05/22/2008
2008 Toyota Highlander Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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My husband and I traded in our '03 Accord to get the Highlander. I'm so happy with the decision because it is so roomy but drives like a car. We spoiled ourselves and got the car fully loaded... love it! We live in San Diego but bought the car in Orange County, the one hour and half drive was worth it...the gas barely went down.

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5 out of 5 stars

Performance, Looks & Economy

Barry W, 08/20/2008
2008 Toyota Highlander Sport 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Needed replacement for Windstar Van. Wanted truck to pull 21' boat. With gas reaching $4, needed economy. Highlander was the only vehicle with 5000 lb towing package and good economy. Have almost 1000 miles and have not gotten less than 20 MPG city. Have gotten 26.5 MPG on interstate with cruise on 70MPH. Selected Sport FWD. Excellent fit and finish. JBL is super. Auto rear hatch is great feature. Third row seat can accommodate adults. Love flat cargo floor. Very quiet at highway speed. Lexus quality through out

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Ride

EMH, 05/19/2008
2008 Toyota Highlander 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I bought my Highlander three months ago to replace a Honda Accord. Could not be more pleased. I now have over 4200 miles on the vehicle and MPG for around town driving averages 21.5. I recently took a 1500 mile road trip (mostly interstate) and got 27.65 mpg. Although I miss having cruise and radio/CD controls on the steering wheel and a trip mileage meter these are minor inconveniences. My Highlander handles extremely well and the 3.5L 6cyl flat out gets up and goes when you need a little extra power. A minor irritant is the rear hatch is difficult to handle without using both arms (hopefully I won't require shoulder replacement surgery). Excellent value all around.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Excellent family SUV

Wayne, 05/19/2008
2008 Toyota Highlander Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Purchased new Highlander Limited AWD about a month ago, primarily for my wife. Interior is comfortable and well designed. Lots of bells and whistles including a great nav system, and JBL sound. Plenty of power, and responsive steering and brakes. Fun to drive, and looking forward to our first long trip. No problems so far. Primarily in town driving so far, and averaging abou 18.4 mpg. Appears to be an excellent family SUV.

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