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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  No Complaints - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By peakcoach - July 18 - 10:03 am

  My 2004 Highlander has 170,000 miles on it, is running strong, and not one problem This vehicle has served me well. Only general maintenance like fluid flushes, filter replacements and tire replacements.

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  2004 Highlander - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By chrisnolga - July 14 - 2:00 am

  As a first time Toyota buyer, I was very impressed with the Highlander. It replaced a 02 Santa Fe and cost about 60% more, but was worth it. The car is still very new, but after taking it on a cross-country cruise, I am impressed by the comfortable seats and secure ride. The Highlander handles the freeway as well as windy back country roads. Didnt take it off road yet. The only real issue I have is that the moon roof control takes too much concentration to get the glass closed properly. Otherwise, it is a fantastic vehicle, with plenty of power and secure handling. Gas mileage is poor- only 20 MPG freeway.

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  Awesome Vehicle!!! - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By nshaw - July 3 - 10:00 am

  Its been a two weeks that Ive this Toyota. Cant say how much happy Im with it. Had to decide between Van and SUV. Im glad I chose Highlander.Gives same city milege my v6 Honda Accord gives.

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  highlander review - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By bill bortz - July 3 - 10:00 am

  great vehicle all arouind!!!

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  Good, but rattles a lot... - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By A Kumar - June 29 - 2:56 pm

  I bought the Highlander thinking that Toyota is the venerable brand. The vehicle had good build quality, the panels were very closely aligned with no obvious spacing, however, the big issue was that within 20,000 miles, I heard lots of rattles. Those rattles were coming from all over the vehicle. I felt that paying so much for Toyota made me feel like driving in a tin box, everything in the vehicle looked flimsy and about to break.

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  Great SUV - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By sam1960 - May 26 - 2:00 am

  This SUV has won my heart over any vehicle I have ever owned. The smooth, quiet ride and handling are very impressive. Its comfortable, roomy, easy to drive. Does not have that "truck" feel most SUVs have. Provides a large amount of cargo space and the seats fold down with ease. The AWD works unbelievably well in slippery/snowy conditions. Solid vehicle. The standard VSC (vehicle stability control) and traction control combined with the ABS and EBD (electronic brake force distribution) are wonderful features!

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  The Best - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By rogan - May 21 - 10:00 am

  This is the best vehicle I have ever owned. Great ride , good mileage and as dependable as can be.

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  test drove and it was awesome - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By bill newlun - May 15 - 10:00 am

  i could not get over the ride of this vehicle it was very smooth to ride in, quit, comfortable, roomy ,drove very well,seem impressive on hills and road driving,i would say if i could afford this highlander i would buy it , but the price is a little steap, and the payments would keep youbusy and there would be no play time or vacation fun just work until its paid off ,

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  Good and irritants of a used Highlander - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By Darrel - April 1 - 12:53 pm

  I bought a used 6 cy Higlander w 55 K miles - now have 75 K. I like the accelleration, power to pass & cruise at max highway speed, solid highway handling in the Kansas wind and great visibility. The 4wd has proven fabulous in rain, snow and ice. 3 irritants: Major irritant with the ABS/TPM, 2 times Toy. dealer rotated tires recommended every 10K. Takes 2 to 3 trips back to dealer to get it reset without coming on at fist big bump. The reset works but lasts until next bump/dip. Loose nut/broke wire on fan switch was surprise - $$$Ouch to fix. See internet for that problem. MPG is OK but less than I thought at just 21 at 65 mph. Im glad I got the 3rd row seat but grandkids struggle to enter

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  Amazing gas mileage for suv - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By 04Hldrluvit - March 13 - 5:00 am

  When I first picked this up, I knew I would be paying a lot for gas, but little did I know how great this thing was on the highway, where 95%of my driving is. With the scan gauge tool, I was getting 28 mpg at 63 mph cruise. Interior is very car like and comfortable, buttons are all huge and simple. The awd is not even noticeable. Standard stability and traction control and abs is just why Toyota is dominating domestics.