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2002 Toyota Highlander
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Toyota Highlander Owner Stories (19 stories)
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  • 2006 Toyota Highlander
    Visitor, Lafayette, IN, July 06, 2011 04:57
    Bought the Highlander new in 2006. This is my 5th and final Toyota prduct. Trim and interior has been falling apart on this since the 2nd year and dealership refused to handle under warranty. Engine has vibrated since after 1st year and dealership stated it was normal; my ass. Now the waterpump bearing is out at just over 60 k and they are refusing warranty wanting 474.00 parts and labor to repair. The parts are 113.00 from Toyota on line?? WTF Toyota you use to build good vehicles and greed has lead your quality to go to hell. I'm buying a Honda or Subaru at least if you have an issue they have customer focused dealerships.
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  • 2005 Toyota Highlander
    Visitor, Bloomfield, NJ, April 29, 2011 06:30
    Six years old with about 90K. Very reliable and still drives like new. Had to change the battery, timing belt, and a few belts. Best vehicle ever purchased.
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  • 2001 Toyota Highlander
    Visitor, Milford, MA, March 24, 2011 10:12
    I have a 2001 Higlander...it just turned 200,000 miles. I LOVE my car. I have replaced the sensors ($800), new battery once, new tires once, air filter, regular oil changes, timing belt, this is a great ride. I do roughly 450 miles a week. its a 6 cly 4 wd...I love it and it has been very good to me.
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  • 2001 Toyota Highlander
    Buffy2000, Yermo, CA, February 03, 2011 20:16
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    I purchased this V6 Highlander new in 2001. It has over 230K miles. Has had one set of Brake Pads, 2 Batteries, 2 Transmission Oil Changes, Routine Oil Changes (Synthetic). The "Check Engine Light" came on three times, and went off as soon as I had the Air Filter Replaced. I am 70+ year old high mileage driver. I have worn out a lot of cars in my 55 years of driving. The only complaint I have is that the A/C doesn't get cool enough for high Desert Summer Heat. I have a local mechanic do the routine maintenance because I took it to the Toyota Dealership for the first oil change. They insisted they put in 7-Qts of oil..It only holds 5 qts. I can not praise this vehicle enough.
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  • 2004 Toyota Highlander
    Visitor, Marthasville, MO, January 20, 2011 16:39
    Bought this vehicle new in February of 2004. Just turned 91500 miles. To date the only things replaced are headlights and battery. Decided to be proactive with the battery and test it before winter. Tested at half the amps so went ahead and replaced it. Runs great and drives great. Look forward to another 91500 miles.
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  • 2004 Toyota Highlander
    Visitor, Lexington, SC, January 19, 2011 13:34
    160,000 miles and no problems to report ever! Still on the original brake pads! Car handles like new. What a great vehicle. Expect it to last to 300,000 miles or more...
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  • 2005 Toyota Highlander
    patn, Daphne, AL, December 27, 2010 16:02
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    Bought new in 2005. Have 132,000 mi and other than servicing , one battery (small one) and one headlamp.... not a bit of trouble. Even haul the boat with it. Its dependable, safe and stylish.
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  • 2007 Toyota Highlander
    Visitor, Austin, TX, December 19, 2010 20:46
    80K miles and never a problem. Not one day in the shop other then routine oil service and tire service. Have not even had to get new brakes yet!!!!
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  • 2005 Toyota Highlander
    Visitor, Le Roy, NY, December 08, 2010 12:45
    Bought in Feb 2005 now have 234,789 miles on it. Still looks and drives like new. Should not be rated for 7 passengers not enough. room
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  • 2001 Toyota Highlander
    raphet19, Bayamon, PR, September 19, 2010 17:22
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    air conditioner warm air through the drivers outlet
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  • 2005 Toyota Highlander
    Visitor, Cary, NC, September 08, 2010 11:02
    60k on the car now, was new in June 2005. Looks and runs like new.
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  • 2002 Toyota Highlander
    Visitor, Forest Grove, OR, September 04, 2010 01:47
    Great car but there are few rattles in the interior and it rides/handles like a minivan. Very roomy with large cargo area. Pleasant interior.
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  • 2003 Toyota Highlander
    ToyotaHighlander2003, Bloomington, IN, September 01, 2010 19:15
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    Sweet ride, reliable. Handles well, regardless of weather. Only has 56,000 miles on it but it looks and acts nearly brand new!
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  • 2005 Toyota Highlander
    Visitor, Flagstaff, AZ, August 23, 2010 21:13
    great car have not had any problems with it. It is just now beginning to need repairs.
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  • 2001 Toyota Highlander
    jake55, Marshfield, MA, July 29, 2010 05:31
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    good car, some electrical problems with heating system, and check engine light though.
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  • 2008 Toyota Highlander
    Visitor, Beaumont, CA, April 05, 2010 21:44
    excelent vehicle
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  • 2001 Toyota Highlander
    THOMAS BRODEK, Studio City, CA, May 18, 2009 10:05
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    THIS HAS BEEN AN INCREDIBLE AUTOMOBILE. LOVE THE FOUR CYLANDER ENGINE. LOADS OF CARRYING CAPACITY. COULD NOT HAVE MOVED FROM ONE HOME TO ANOTHER WITHOUT THIS VEHICLE. VERY, VERY DEPENDABLE. JUST WISH IT DIDN'T HAVE SO MANY ELECTRONIC DEVICES THAT I CANNOT WORK ON.
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  • 2008 Toyota Highlander
    Firecracker, Boise, ID, March 24, 2009 11:19
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    This is an outstanding vehicle in nearly every way. Has a powerful V6 engine capable of passing even on hills. HVAC, suspension, etc are all well done. There are only two complaints I have, both in design. One, the wiper on the tailgate window does not flip out -- this makes it difficult to clean the entire window. Second, there is such an air vortex across the rear end while driving that the entire rear end is easily covered with rain, snow or whatever you might be driving through. The car seriously needs some kind of air dam that would force the airflow downward. If the rear wiper quit working you would not be able to see out in even the slightest rain or snow.
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  • 2006 Toyota Highlander
    fernando, Truckee, CA, December 11, 2008 09:09
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    About the Highlander V6 3.3 Liter, 4WD. Pros: powerful engine, good brakes. Cons: not really 7 passengers Toyota SUV
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