Overview & Reviews

For 2004, a larger 3.3-liter V6 replaces the 3.0-liter engine, resulting in 10 extra horsepower for a total of 230. Additionally, a fold-flat third-row seat (for two passengers) is now optional on base models and standard on the Limited. To keep the extra passengers content in back, a rear DVD entertainment system is available on Limited models. On the safety front, all Highlanders now come with an electronic stability control system and a tire-pressure warning system, while side curtain airbags for the first and second rows are optional across the board. Rounding out the changes are freshened exterior styling, new seat fabric, new instrument and door panel trim and a 5-hp boost for the base four-cylinder engine (now rated at 160).

• Seats up to seven, carlike ride and handling, smooth and powerful V6 engine, fuel-efficient four-cylinder engine, lots of safety features.

• Gets expensive quickly, limited towing and off-road ability, bland personality.

User Reviews:

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  Very Happy w/my HL - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By tT - March 19 - 2:00 am

  Overall, the HL feels very solid and more refined than other SUV in its class. Drives like a car, easy to park in tight spots. Interior is very pleasant especially with the "faux" wood trim.

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  This is a great car - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By mslrupton - February 5 - 2:00 am

  I bought this SUV because it had been rated excellent and I am so glad I did. Its beautiful to look at and so much fun to drive. I dont have to fill up as often with this SUV as my parents do with their Honda Pilot.

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  My second toyota highlander - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By Rjudyj - January 24 - 10:00 am

  I especially like the way the front seat fits my lower back. This is the 2nd one Ive bought for this reason. The car also feels very safe and is a good size for a woman who enjoys driving an suv, travels between two states frequently, and hauls many things. Also the gas mileage is good for an suv, I think 21+ depending on where I am.

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  Luv My Highlander - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By sparklingwater - January 24 - 10:00 am

  Only had my Highlander two weeks and I absolutely love it. The ride is smooth, the handling great. The inside is designed well. Anyone looking for a SUV with the comfort of a smooth ride, look no further.

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  TOYOTA HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By Dave M - December 13 - 10:00 am

  This SUV is a pleasure to drive. Its has a competent ride, looks great, and comfortably seats 4 adults. The 4 cylinder has plenty of spunk and is very quiet at crusing speed. (On the highway, engine noise is quite pronounced in my 4 cylinder Honda.)

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  its a cup cake - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By vrginie - December 7 - 10:00 am

  very smooth,quite engine,steering is the best and braking is ver responsive.

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  My Highlander - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By tcrawford - September 24 - 2:00 am

  I LOVE MY TOYOTA HIGHLANDER! I previously owned a Toyota Camry and because I loved the look, performance, and dependability of my car I knew I wanted to stay with Toyota for my next vehicle. The Highlander is a larger vehicle without the bulkiness of alot of the SUVs out there. My highlander fits my style and size perfectly. I purchased my vehicle just in time for the New England winter season. Ive never experienced problems in the snow or ice with my Toyota.

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  Perfect Road - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By Bob Harris - September 24 - 2:00 am

  Although criticized for its lack of dramatic styling this is a handsome well thought out alternative SUV for those not desiring to spend the majority of there testosterone driving around in the woods! Great smooth power and comfortable shure footed handling with tastefull understated elegance.

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  2400 miles after purchase - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By gunner12 - August 18 - 2:00 am

  Taught chasis and suspension. No rattles or creaks. Engine 3.3L has lots of torque, tons better than that whirring 3.0L of old model, nice grunting rumble under load. Smooth tranny. Responsive steering, breaking action is a bit slow to catch, could scare you when pedal pressures are low, wont stop quite as nimbly as you might expect.

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  Vehicle is enjoyable! - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By JackSCPA - August 12 - 2:00 am

  Owning a Highlander is, so far, a good experience (at 2,500 miles). The inside contour is pleasing, and the vehicle seems to be very safety oriented. Everything about the design seems to be built with the consumer in mind. Its fun to drive, handles very well, and is fairly quiet.