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The Highlander is a crossover vehicle which shares its platform with the Toyota Camry. Configurations come in 5 and 7-seater and available in three trims: Base, Sport and Limited.  The Sport model is new for 2006.  The Highlander was introduced as a 2001 model in North America to fill in the segment between the Toyota RAV4 and the Toyota 4Runner. 
[[Image:2011-Toyota-Highlander-Carscoop-3small.jpg|right|frame]]
The Highlander is available with 3 choices of engines: 3.3L V6, 2.4L 4-cylinder, and 3.3L Hybrid.  In addition to the 3.3L engine, V6-powered models were equipped with a new 5-speed automatic transmission which replaced the old 4-speed automatic.  The 4-cylinder models continue to use the 4-speed automatic transmission. 
[[Image:2011-Toyota-Highlander-Carscoop-14small.jpg|right|frame]]
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The '''[[Toyota]] Highlander''' known as the '''[[Toyota Kluger|Kluger]]''' in Japan, is a crossover vehicle that shares the same platform with the [[Toyota Camry]]. First introduced as a 2001 model in North America to fill in the segment between the [[Toyota RAV4]] and the [[Toyota 4Runner]], it comes in 5 and 7-seater configurations and is available in three trims: '''Base''', '''Sport''', and '''Limited'''.  The ''Sport'' model was first added for 2006.   
Engines:
* 2006-present 3.3L 268 HP Hybrid motor
* 2004-present 3.3L V6, 230 HP
* 2004-present 2.4L I4, 160 HP
* 2001-2003 3.0L V6, 220 HP
* 2001-2003 2.4L I4, 155 HP
Also new in 2004 was the option of a third row seat.  To accommodate the optional third row seating a depression had to be made in the trunk floor.  On models without third row seating, the depression in the floor was made into a storage compartment.  Prior to 2004 the spare tire was accessible from inside the vehicle where the third row seats are located, but beginning in 2004 the spare tire was relocated underneath the vehicle.   
The Highlander is available with front-wheel drive or full-time four-wheel drive.  Hybrid models are available with a part-time for-wheel drive system which Toyota refers to as 4WD-i.
[[Image:Photo_7.jpg|frame|Toyota Highlander]]


==Current Model Year (2006)==
The Highlander is available with two engines: 3.5L [[V6]] and 3.3L [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]]. A 4-cylinder was available until the 2006 model year, but has been dropped since then. [[V6]]-powered models come equipped with a 5-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] transmission, while Hybrids use a [[continuously variable transmission]].
Changes to the 2006 model include the introduction of the Hybrid version. Also a new Sport trim is available.


Since 2004, the Highlander is available with optional third row seating. To accommodate the optional third row seating a depression had to be made in the trunk floor. On models without third row seating, the depression in the floor was made into a storage compartment. Prior to 2004 the spare tire was accessible from inside the vehicle where the third row seats are located, but beginning in 2004 the spare tire was relocated underneath the vehicle. 
The Highlander is available with front-wheel drive or full-time [[Four Wheel Drive|four-wheel drive]]. [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]] models are available with a [[Part-time 4WD|part-time four-wheel drive]] system which [[Toyota]] refers to as [[Four Wheel Drive|4WD]]-i.
See WikiCars' comprehensive '''[[Toyota Highlander Review]]'''.
===Recent Changes===
===Recent Changes===
* For 2004 the Highlander received a new V6 borrowed from the Lexus RX330.  The new 3.3L V6 makes 230 HP, 10 more than it's predecessor.  The new 2.4L engine gets a 5 HP increase to 160.  All 2004 Highlanders get four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes as well as a tire pressure monitoring system.  A new option is the navigation system and the rear DVD entertainment system.  There is also an available 3rd row seat and curtain airbags.
* The 2010 [[Moscow Motor Show]] played host to the unveiling of the first mid-cycle facelift for the Highlander. [http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2010/08/refreshed-2011-toyota-highlander-debuts.html]
* For 2003 a full-size spare tire was standard.  Limited models come with automatic climate control, power driver seat, and alloy wheels.
 
* For 2002 Toyota added a standard rear-seat armrest, cabin air filtration, and a redesigned center console.  Models were differentiated by Base and Limited.
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*  The Toyota Highlander was completely redesigned for 2008. Larger on the inside and outside, it is available with a 3.5L V6 engine only. The [[Toyota Highlander Hybrid|Hybrid]] remains powered by the previous generation's 3.3l V6.
*  Changes to the 2006 model include the introduction of the [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]] version.  Also a new ''Sport'' trim is available.
* For 2004 the Highlander received a new [[V6]] borrowed from the [[Lexus RX 350|Lexus RX330]].  The new 3.3L [[V6]] makes 230-[[HP|HP]], 10 more than it's predecessor.  The new 2.4L engine gets a 5-[[HP|HP]] increase to 160.  All 2004 Highlanders get four-wheel [[Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)|anti-lock disc brakes]] as well as a tire pressure monitoring system.  A new option is the [[Navigation System|navigation system]] and the [[Entertainment Center|rear DVD entertainment system]].  There is also an available 3rd row seat and [[Side Curtain Airbags|curtain airbags]].
* For 2003 a full-size spare tire was standard.  ''Limited'' models come with [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] [[Climate Control|climate control]], power driver seat, and alloy wheels.
* For 2002 [[Toyota]] added a standard rear-seat armrest, cabin air filtration, and a redesigned center console.  Models were differentiated by ''Base'' and ''Limited''.
 
'''Engines:'''
* 2007-present 3.5L 270-[[HP|HP]]
* 2006-present 3.3L 268-[[HP|HP]] [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]] motor
* 2004-present 3.3L [[V6]], 230-[[HP|HP]]
* 2004-present 2.4L I4, 160-[[HP|HP]]
* 2001-2003 3.0L [[V6]], 220-[[HP|HP]]
* 2001-2003 2.4L I4, 155-[[HP|HP]]


===Styles and Major Options===
===Styles and Major Options===
The Highlander comes in the Base, Limited, and Hybrid versions.  The Base and Limited are available in 2WD and 4WD with the choice of a 4 cylinder or V6 engine. The Hybrid uses Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive technology coupled with an Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) for optimum fuel economy.  An optional touch-screen DVD navigation system is available on the Limited and Hybrid versions only.  Also available are leather seats, power sunroof, rear seat entertainment, side curtain airbags, and heated front seats.
[[Image:2008-2dtoyota-2dhighlander-2d4.jpg|thumb|right|450px]]
The Highlander comes in the ''Base'', ''Limited'', ''Sport'', and ''[[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]]'' versions.  The ''Base'', ''Sport'', and ''Limited'' are available in 2WD and [[Four Wheel Drive|4WD]], powered by a 3.5 [[V6]] engine. The [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]] uses [[Toyota]]'s [[Hybrid Synergy Drive]] technology coupled with an Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) for optimum fuel economy.  Options include leather seats, power [[Sunroof|sunroof]], [[Navigation System|DVD navigation system]], [[Entertainment Center|rear seat entertainment]], [[Side Curtain Airbags|side curtain airbags]], and heated front seats.[http://www.jbcarpages.com/toyota/highlander/2008/]
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===Pricing===
===Pricing===
$24,530 - $39,290<br>
Today's actual prices for the [[Toyota]] Highlander can be found at [http://www.carsdirect.com/toyota/highlander/prices CarsDirect] or [http://www.jbcarpages.com/toyota/highlander/2008/features/ here].
Today's actual prices by city can be found at [http://www.carsdirect.com/buildyourcar/zipcode?make=TO&modelid=349 CarsDirect].
 
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! colspan=6 |'''MODEL Trims'''
|-
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | Base FWD
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | Base AWD
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | Sport FWD
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | Sport AWD
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | Limited FWD
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | Limited AWD
|- style="text-align:left; background:#f0f0f0;"
|- style="color:#fff; background:#811b33; font-size:larger; font-style:bold; text-align:left;"
! colspan=6 |''MSRP''
|-
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | $27,500
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | $28,950
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | $30,150
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | $31,600
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | $32,900
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | $34,350
|- style="text-align:left; background:#f0f0f0;"
|- style="color:#fff; background:#811b33; font-size:larger; font-style:bold; text-align:left;"
! colspan=6 |''Invoice''
|-
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | $24,475
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | $25,765
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | $26,833
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | $28,124
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | $29,281
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | $30,571
|}


===Gas Mileage===
===Gas Mileage===
EPA estimates
''Add more fields as necessary.''
* 4 Cylinder 2WD 22/27
 
* 4 Cylinder 4WD 21/25
As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:
* V6 2WD 19/25
 
* V6 4WD 18/24
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* Hybrid 31/28
|- style="text-align:left; background:#f0f0f0;"
|- style="color:#000000; background:#cccccc; font-size:larger; font-style:bold; text-align:left;"
! colspan=3 |'''Trim'''
|-
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | FWD
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | [[Four Wheel Drive|4WD]]
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | Hybrid
|- style="text-align:left; background:#f0f0f0;"
|- style="color:#000000; background:#cccccc; font-size:larger; font-style:bold; text-align:left;"
! colspan=3 |'''MPG'''
|-
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | 18/24
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;"| 17/23
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | 27/25
|}
 
===Engine and Transmission===
Specifications, details, graphs, pictures and other information regarding the powertrain is placed in this section.
 
===Performance===
Please make sure to '''''write information of the vehicle's performance in a third-person point of view'''''. This section should include information about the car's '''acceleration figures''', '''handling''', '''braking''', etc.
 
If using information gathered from Road Test articles from a reputable automotive source, then '''''please make sure to cite the quote'''''.


===Reliability===
===Reliability===
MSN Autos rates<br>
*  [http://www.autos.com/autos/sport%20utility/midsize/2006/toyota/highlander/base Autos.com] ranks the [[Toyota]] Highlander '''sixth''' (4.6 out of 5 stars) amongst popular mid-size SUVs on the market today.
8.0/10.0


*  The [[Toyota Highlander Hybrid|Highlander Hybrid]] comes in '''first''' for fuel economy and the Highlander comes in '''fifth'''.
*  The Highlanders come in [http://www.autos.com/autos/rankings_comfort?cat=suvs&segment=midsize_suvs&rank=comfort&year=0 '''fouth'''] for comfort and are tied for [http://www.autos.com/autos/rankings_safety?cat=suvs&segment=midsize_suvs&rank=safety&year=0 '''first'''] for safety.
'''RECALL ALERT:''' Toyota Australia will be recalling 17,582 Klugers built between May 2003 to November 2005 for brake fluid. If the car uses brake fluid that doesn't contain polymers or a small amount, the brake fluid will dry the rear brake seal and gradually leak fluid. [http://www.toyotarecall.com.au/toyota-australia-announces-recall-of-kluger]
===Safety===
===Safety===
All Highlanders come with:
All Highlanders come with:
* vehicle stability control
* [[Electronic Stability Control|vehicle stability control]]
* traction control
* traction control
* anti-lock brake system
* anti-lock brake system
* driver and front passenger air bags
* driver and front [[Airbag#Advanced airbag design|passenger air bags]]
* front and rear energy-absorbing crumple zones
* front and rear energy-absorbing crumple zones
* side-impact door beams
* side-impact door beams
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===Photos===
===Photos===
[http://www.toyota.com/highlander/exterior.html Highlander photos]
 
<gallery>
Image:Photo 11.jpg|'''Highlander Sport''' shown in Magnetic Gray Metallic with available accessory roof rail cross bars
Image:2008-2dtoyota-2dhighlander-2d2.jpg|2008 '''[[Toyota]] Highlander'''
Image:2008-2dtoyota-2dhighlander-2d1.jpg|Rear quarter view of the 2008 Highlander.
Image:Photo 10.jpg|Sport interior shown in Ash leather trim with available rear-seat DVD entertainment system.
Image:Photo 1hhhhhh.jpg|Available rear-seat DVD entertainment system with 9-inch display and two wireless headphones
Image:Photo 5g.jpg|Available power driver's seat cushion extension
</gallery>


===Colors===
===Colors===
* Super White
Exterior colors on the [[Toyota]] Highlander include:
* Millennium Silver Metalic
* Blizzard Pearl
* Sonora Gold Pearl
* Classic Silver Metallic
* Sandy Beach Metallic
* Salsa Red Pearl
* Salsa Red Pearl
* Oasis Green Pearl
* Cypress Pearl
* Bluestone Metallic
* Blue Streak Metallic
* Indigo Ink Pearl
* Waveline Pearl
* Black
* Black
Interior trims on the [[Toyota]] Highlander include:
* Ivory  - ''fabric or leather''
* Ash - ''fabric or leather''


===Main Competitors===
===Main Competitors===
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* [[Nissan Murano]]
* [[Nissan Murano]]
* [[Mazda CX-7]]
* [[Mazda CX-7]]
{{-}}
'''Australian market'''
* [[Ford Territory]]
* [[Chevrolet Captiva|Holden Captiva]]
==[[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]] Models==
[[Toyota]] introduced the [[Toyota Highlander Hybrid|Highlander Hybrid]] in July 2005 as a 2006 model. It uses [[Toyota]]'s [[Hybrid Synergy Drive]] Technology, similar to the one in the [[Toyota Prius|Prius]]. 


==Hybrid Models==
The 2008 [[Toyota Highlander Hybrid|Highlander Hybrid]] starts at $34,200.[http://www.jbcarpages.com/toyota/highlander/2008/features2/]
Toyota introduced the Highlander Hybrid in July 2005 as a 2006 model.  It uses Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive Technology, similar to the one in the Prius. 
<br>
The 2006 Hybrid starts at $33,030.


==Unique Attributes==
==Unique Attributes==


 
 
==Criticisms==
 
* "An unnecessarily ride height and soft suspension spoil the fun." ''CARSguide''
 
==Interior==
[[Image:Photo 9.jpg||thumb|right|450px|'''Highlander Limited''' shown in Ash leather trim with available voice-activated DVD navigation system with JBL® AM/FM 4-disc in-dash CD changer and multi-stage heated front seats]]
This section should include information on the interior's ''design'', ''build quality'', ''ergonomics'', ''space (head and legroom, front and rear)'', ''features'', ''stowage compartments'' and ''overall comfortability'' and ''livability''. Add pictures wherever applicable and '''''keep information in a third-person point of view'''''.
 
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</gallery>
 
==Resale Values==
==Resale Values==
''Add more fields as necessary.''


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|-
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | 2006
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | 2005
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | 2004
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | 2003
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | 2002
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | 2001
|- style="text-align:left; background:#f0f0f0;"
|- style="text-align:left; background:#f0f0f0;"
|- style="color:#000000; background:#9e9784; font-size:larger; font-style:bold; text-align:left;"
! colspan=6 |'''Resale Value'''
|-
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | $24,530 - $33,860
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | $24,700 - $27,975
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | $21,025 - $25,575
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | $19,450 - $23,800
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | $17,725 - $21,850
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | $15,975 - $20,075
|}


==Worldwide==
==Worldwide==
The Highlander is called the Kluger outside of the U.S.
The Highlander is called the '''[[Toyota Kluger|Kluger]]''' outside of the U.S.
 
Beyond 2010, Toyota Australia would add the Toyota Kluger to produce in its Altona Plant. Currently, the plant builds [[Toyota Camry|Camrys]] and [[Toyota Aurion|Aurions]].


==Design quirks and oddities==
==Design quirks and oddities==
 
The Toyota navigation system has a "safety feature" which disables data entry when the car is in motion.


==Awards==
==Awards==
* MotorWeek's "Best Eco-Friendly" (2006) for Hybrid version
* The Highlander was named the "''Best Eco-Friendly''" (2006) for the [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]] version by '''MotorWeek'''
* IntelliChoice's "Best Overall Value" (2005)
* "''Best Overall Value''" (2005) by '''IntelliChoice'''
* Consumer Reports' "Best Midsized SUV" (2002)
* Named "''Best Midsized SUV''" by '''Consumer Reports''' (2002)
* J.D. Power and Associates' "Initial Quality Study Award" (2002)
* Recieved "''Initial Quality Study Award''" '''J.D. Power and Associates''' (2002)
* Car and Driver's "Best Large SUV" (2001)
* '''Car and Driver''''s "''Best Large SUV''" (2001)


==See also==
==See Also==
For actual Hybrid milage see [http://www.greenhybrid.com greenhybrid.com]
*  [[Ford Explorer]]
*  [[Honda Pilot]]
*  [[Hyundai Santa Fe]]
*  [[Mazda CX-7]]
*  [[Nissan Murano]]
*  [[Toyota 4Runner]]
*  [[Toyota Highlander Hybrid]]
{{Toyota}}


==External Links==
==External Links==
[http://www.toyota.com/highlander/index.html?s_van=GM_TN_HIGHLANDER_INDEX Toyota North America website]
* [http://www.toyota.com/highlander/index.html?s_van=GM_TN_HIGHLANDER_INDEX Toyota North America website]
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* [http://toyota.jp/klugerl/index.html Toyota Japan website]
[http://toyota.jp/klugerl/index.html Toyota Japan website]
* [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/model-year?make=TO&modelid=349&year=2006 Highlander prices]
<br>
* [http://www.jbcarpages.com/toyota/highlander/2008/ JB car pages: Toyota Highlander]
[http://www.carsdirect.com/research/model-year?make=TO&modelid=349&year=2006 Highlander prices]
* [http://www.whybuyhybrid.com/ToyotaHighlander.htm Toyota Highlander Hybrid] specifications and features
* [http://www.autoblog.com/2008/12/06/four-cylinder-toyota-highlander-priced-at-25-705/ Four-cylinder Toyota Highlander priced at $25,705]
* [http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2010/08/refreshed-2011-toyota-highlander-debuts.html Refreshed 2011 Toyota Highlander debuts in Moscow ]
 
This page uses content from Wikipedia; see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_Highlander Toyota Highlander], which includes these [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Toyota_Highlander&action=history contributors].
 
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The Toyota Highlander known as the Kluger in Japan, is a crossover vehicle that shares the same platform with the Toyota Camry. First introduced as a 2001 model in North America to fill in the segment between the Toyota RAV4 and the Toyota 4Runner, it comes in 5 and 7-seater configurations and is available in three trims: Base, Sport, and Limited. The Sport model was first added for 2006.

The Highlander is available with two engines: 3.5L V6 and 3.3L Hybrid. A 4-cylinder was available until the 2006 model year, but has been dropped since then. V6-powered models come equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission, while Hybrids use a continuously variable transmission.

Since 2004, the Highlander is available with optional third row seating. To accommodate the optional third row seating a depression had to be made in the trunk floor. On models without third row seating, the depression in the floor was made into a storage compartment. Prior to 2004 the spare tire was accessible from inside the vehicle where the third row seats are located, but beginning in 2004 the spare tire was relocated underneath the vehicle.

The Highlander is available with front-wheel drive or full-time four-wheel drive. Hybrid models are available with a part-time four-wheel drive system which Toyota refers to as 4WD-i.

See WikiCars' comprehensive Toyota Highlander Review.

Recent Changes

  • The 2010 Moscow Motor Show played host to the unveiling of the first mid-cycle facelift for the Highlander. [1]
  • 2011-Toyota-Highlander-Carscoop-3.jpg
  • 2011-Toyota-Highlander-Carscoop-9.jpg
  • 2011-Toyota-Highlander-Carscoop-14.jpg
  • 2011-Toyota-Highlander-Carscoop-8.jpg
  • 2011-Toyota-Highlander-Carscoop-4.jpg
  • 2011-Toyota-Highlander-Carscoop-7.jpg
  • 2011-Toyota-Highlander-Carscoop-15.jpg
  • 2011-Toyota-Highlander-Carscoop-16.jpg
  • The Toyota Highlander was completely redesigned for 2008. Larger on the inside and outside, it is available with a 3.5L V6 engine only. The Hybrid remains powered by the previous generation's 3.3l V6.
  • Changes to the 2006 model include the introduction of the Hybrid version. Also a new Sport trim is available.
  • For 2004 the Highlander received a new V6 borrowed from the Lexus RX330. The new 3.3L V6 makes 230-HP, 10 more than it's predecessor. The new 2.4L engine gets a 5-HP increase to 160. All 2004 Highlanders get four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes as well as a tire pressure monitoring system. A new option is the navigation system and the rear DVD entertainment system. There is also an available 3rd row seat and curtain airbags.
  • For 2003 a full-size spare tire was standard. Limited models come with automatic climate control, power driver seat, and alloy wheels.
  • For 2002 Toyota added a standard rear-seat armrest, cabin air filtration, and a redesigned center console. Models were differentiated by Base and Limited.

Engines:

  • 2007-present 3.5L 270-HP
  • 2006-present 3.3L 268-HP Hybrid motor
  • 2004-present 3.3L V6, 230-HP
  • 2004-present 2.4L I4, 160-HP
  • 2001-2003 3.0L V6, 220-HP
  • 2001-2003 2.4L I4, 155-HP

Styles and Major Options

2008-2dtoyota-2dhighlander-2d4.jpg

The Highlander comes in the Base, Limited, Sport, and Hybrid versions. The Base, Sport, and Limited are available in 2WD and 4WD, powered by a 3.5 V6 engine. The Hybrid uses Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive technology coupled with an Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) for optimum fuel economy. Options include leather seats, power sunroof, DVD navigation system, rear seat entertainment, side curtain airbags, and heated front seats.[2]

Pricing

Today's actual prices for the Toyota Highlander can be found at CarsDirect or here.

MODEL Trims
Base FWD Base AWD Sport FWD Sport AWD Limited FWD Limited AWD
MSRP
$27,500 $28,950 $30,150 $31,600 $32,900 $34,350
Invoice
$24,475 $25,765 $26,833 $28,124 $29,281 $30,571

Gas Mileage

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As seen on the FuelEconomy.gov website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:

Trim
FWD 4WD Hybrid
MPG
18/24 17/23 27/25

Engine and Transmission

Specifications, details, graphs, pictures and other information regarding the powertrain is placed in this section.

Performance

Please make sure to write information of the vehicle's performance in a third-person point of view. This section should include information about the car's acceleration figures, handling, braking, etc.

If using information gathered from Road Test articles from a reputable automotive source, then please make sure to cite the quote.

Reliability

  • Autos.com ranks the Toyota Highlander sixth (4.6 out of 5 stars) amongst popular mid-size SUVs on the market today.
  • The Highlander Hybrid comes in first for fuel economy and the Highlander comes in fifth.
  • The Highlanders come in fouth for comfort and are tied for first for safety.

RECALL ALERT: Toyota Australia will be recalling 17,582 Klugers built between May 2003 to November 2005 for brake fluid. If the car uses brake fluid that doesn't contain polymers or a small amount, the brake fluid will dry the rear brake seal and gradually leak fluid. [3]

Safety

All Highlanders come with:

  • vehicle stability control
  • traction control
  • anti-lock brake system
  • driver and front passenger air bags
  • front and rear energy-absorbing crumple zones
  • side-impact door beams
  • child protector rear door locks
  • 3-point shoulder belts in all seating positions
  • child restraint system top tether anchors for all rear seating positions

Photos

  • Highlander Sport shown in Magnetic Gray Metallic with available accessory roof rail cross bars

  • 2008 Toyota Highlander

  • Rear quarter view of the 2008 Highlander.

  • Sport interior shown in Ash leather trim with available rear-seat DVD entertainment system.

  • Available rear-seat DVD entertainment system with 9-inch display and two wireless headphones

  • Available power driver's seat cushion extension

Colors

Exterior colors on the Toyota Highlander include:

  • Blizzard Pearl
  • Classic Silver Metallic
  • Sandy Beach Metallic
  • Salsa Red Pearl
  • Cypress Pearl
  • Blue Streak Metallic
  • Waveline Pearl
  • Black

Interior trims on the Toyota Highlander include:

  • Ivory - fabric or leather
  • Ash - fabric or leather

Main Competitors


Australian market

Hybrid Models

Toyota introduced the Highlander Hybrid in July 2005 as a 2006 model. It uses Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive Technology, similar to the one in the Prius.

The 2008 Highlander Hybrid starts at $34,200.[4]

Unique Attributes

Criticisms

  • "An unnecessarily ride height and soft suspension spoil the fun." CARSguide

Interior

Highlander Limited shown in Ash leather trim with available voice-activated DVD navigation system with JBL® AM/FM 4-disc in-dash CD changer and multi-stage heated front seats

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Resale Values

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<MODEL> Year
2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001
Resale Value
$24,530 - $33,860 $24,700 - $27,975 $21,025 - $25,575 $19,450 - $23,800 $17,725 - $21,850 $15,975 - $20,075

Worldwide

The Highlander is called the Kluger outside of the U.S.

Beyond 2010, Toyota Australia would add the Toyota Kluger to produce in its Altona Plant. Currently, the plant builds Camrys and Aurions.

Design quirks and oddities

The Toyota navigation system has a "safety feature" which disables data entry when the car is in motion.

Awards

  • The Highlander was named the "Best Eco-Friendly" (2006) for the Hybrid version by MotorWeek
  • "Best Overall Value" (2005) by IntelliChoice
  • Named "Best Midsized SUV" by Consumer Reports (2002)
  • Recieved "Initial Quality Study Award" J.D. Power and Associates (2002)
  • Car and Driver's "Best Large SUV" (2001)

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