Overview & Reviews
Toyota's midsize SUV is fully redesigned for 2008. Significantly larger than the original, the 2008 Highlander features a standard V6 engine and a habitable third-row seat.
- Powerful and fuel-efficient V6, easy to maneuver for its size, user-friendly cabin design with reconfigurable second-row seats and a fully usable third row.
- Third-row seat folds as a single unit rather than in 50/50 sections.
User Reviews:
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Another great Toyota! - 2008 Toyota Highlander
By Chicagoland area - August 21 - 3:13 pmSpent 3 months researching all the SUVs. Dont know why I bothered when Toyota builds the best out there! No complaints, not even about the 3rd row head rest or the lack of memory seats. 3rd row head rest are always down and my wife is the only one that drives the car. I love the European style shifting. It adds a lot of fun to the drive when you want to drive the back roads. I didnt expect any luggage space with a 3rd row for this size of SUV but you have some. Engine and handling remind me of my 99 Lexus ES300. My 5th Toyota and not my last one!
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Satisfied Snowbird - 2008 Toyota Highlander
By Dave - July 16 - 11:46 pmHave driven my 08 Limited AWD for only about a month - majority of mileage is highway driving. Very satisfied with performance. MPG has averaged 25-27 on highway. Had two avalons prior to this SUV. Never a mechanical problem.
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Very Happy and the right size - 2008 Toyota Highlander
By Bryan - June 29 - 8:06 pmOwned the Limited AWD for about 3 months. Gas mileage low 18.1 high 27.2. Average since purchase is 21.5. Excellent mileage on long trips. Like the size, not too big or too small and the step-in height is also very comfortable. Reminds me of the size of my old 1998 Explorer but nicer in every way. Engine louder during warmup, very quiet thereafter. Smooth ride, quiet interior, and good gas mileage for its size (mid-sized) were my top 3 requirements and it has lived up to my expectations thus far.
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Traded in 2004 - 2008 Toyota Highlander
By MHess23 - June 10 - 3:46 pmToyotas hold their value and I traded in my 2004 Limited Highlander for this 2008. I liked my 2004 but love the 2008. Many new options and great ride. I purchased fully loaded Limited with GPS/nav and DVD player. Best plus is the captains chair in the 2nd row. Plenty of room for my 8 year old in the 3rd row. My kids absolutely love this car. Sirius satellite and Bluetooth technology are awesome as well. Have fun with this SUV!!
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Love my highlander - 2008 Toyota Highlander
By Mary - May 24 - 4:30 pmI have owned my highlander 8 mos. and would buy another one in a minute! Did a lot of research, drove several cars within in all major brands. This was my #1 choice. It has been great all the way around - very comfortable, good mileage (24 mpg hwy)and fits our family of 4 great. No regrets - two thumbs up!
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We love it - 2008 Toyota Highlander
By Kevin - May 2 - 1:20 pmWe wanted to graduate out of our wagon. Our decision came down to Mazda CX-9, Hyunda Veracruz, and the Highlander. The Veracruz seemed a little more luxurious, but we were hesitant about reliability/resale. The best part about the Highlander is that there was nothing in the "con" list except maybe initial price. But take into account resale, and that goes away.
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Very Impressive - 2008 Toyota Highlander
By Will - April 9 - 12:23 amWe purchased the vehicle a week ago. The engineering is very good, amazing to think they could pack in as much in such a small vehicle. I was concerned about the gas mileage but now after about 600+ miles seem to be averaging 21 to 22+ mpg. It is fast and if you drive it like a race car it will only get 16 to 17 I am sure. I still have not had a chance to read all of the instructional info but believe once I figure it out it will be a blessing. The hands free blue tooth is great. The leather and interior is as nice as Mercedes and more higher end cars. My wife had some problems with the smart key etc. in her first foray driving about 400 miles. She got pulled over going over 80 mph.
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Excellent...except in snow - 2008 Toyota Highlander
By Joe - April 4 - 11:26 amTerrific vehicle in every way except incredibly poor, dangerous snow traction (on 4x4!!). Problem appears to be Toyo A20 tire. Problem is worsened by availability of only 1 other factory sized alternative, a Bridgestone with an equally bad snow rating. Out of actual fear of factory tire snow traction during past two winters, I switched to 235-55x19 Yokohamas (at only 16,000 miles) with much better snow results thus far. Treadwear on factory tire was also very poor, and I drive in suburban traffic at 35-45 miles per hour I may be forced to full snows if Yokos prove no better than Toyos after mileage accumulates. I have alerted both Toyo and Toyota.
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Perfect for us! - 2008 Toyota Highlander
By Bill - March 29 - 3:20 pmAs we are only a family of three, unless you count the dogs we tried to fit into a new RAV4. At 63"+ it just wasnt happening so we decided to step up a level and are we ever glad we did. As soon as I stepped in and sat down I knew it was just a matter of convincing my wife. That didnt take long either because I let her drive it first. In the short period of time we have had it we have shuttled up to 7 people around, surprisingly comfortably and they have all commented about both the ride and the quiet. I suffer from back problems and the drivers seat seems to sense that, allowing multiple adjustments and the relaxation of variable heat. What a wonderful addition to the family! Try it!
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Very Impressed! - 2008 Toyota Highlander
By new highlander owner - March 28 - 4:16 amWe bought the 2008 Highlander - upsizing from a 1999 Honda CRV. Needed more space with new baby and 2 dogs. It is great! Very comfortable, gas mileage is decent - about the same as my Honda but this is a larger vehicle and a V6. The V6 is impressive. We took the Highlander to the mountains for the first time and hit a patch of ice unexpectedly and started to slide. It reacted quickly and self stabilized, with the added kinda distracting feature of warning noises.
