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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  2004 Highlander - Fun To Drive - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By ssdepetris - October 18 - 2:00 am

  For an SUV, the 2004 Toyota Highlander turned out to be an eye-opening experience. Fun to drive, comfortable, not at all like a truck. The new 3rd seat, while small, is hidden away until needed for two more kids (no adults need apply for this seat). The Highlander turns on a dime and, in fact, has a tighter turning circle than my new Maxima. In short, the amazing thing about the Highlander is that it handles like a Camry but carries people and cargo like a mid-size SUV.

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  Highlander high - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By naj - October 7 - 10:00 am

  We just drove our week-old Highlander on a 300 mile trip. Normally I eat Advil to keep my back from hurting on a long drive. This time NO PILLS! The seats are fanastic, the ride comfortable, and the car has a powerful feel on the road. The gas mileage is about 19.1 miles average -- thats highway and city on this trip. I feel a little yuppie-ish in an SUV but, hey. Its really a car, right?

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  EXCELLENT - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By TOM LOCKWOOD - August 25 - 10:00 am

  SMOOTH RIDING SUV THAT DRIVES LIKE A CAR. OTHER THAN FUEL ECONOMY THE CAR IS A 10.

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  fun to drive - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By willhite - August 19 - 10:00 am

  It has been a good ride so far. About average fuel comsumption. Much better ride than my Ford Explorer.

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  Love this car - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By kaley - July 24 - 2:00 am

  Best car I have owned in years

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  Best car I have even bought! - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By Marianna K. - July 18 - 2:00 am

  Ive only had this car about one month but I can honestly say that I love it to death already. It drives like no other SUV, midsize or larger size, that I test drove, and I test drove many. It handles beautifully on the highway and on local streets. The interior features ar nice and not too big and bulky which I like. I wanted the Limited model but they didt have it so I opted for the regular model fully loaded. Overall I think it is a great SUV for someone who wants the luxury of a car but also wants to be able to get around any weather condition. I love it!

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  Toyota Highlander - - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By G.HaBER - July 17 - 1:10 am

  It is dependable, roomy, has great seats that are wide especially if you had a complete hip replacement. Has great vision. Smooth riding like a luxury car instead of an SUV. Great in rain and wet roads. Handles with ease on the open road or on country area streets.

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  SO Functional! - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By finestack - July 14 - 10:00 am

  I bought this SUV because I needed the size and flexibility but really wanted a Prius (couldnt wait until the hybrid Highlander came). Glad I did it. Have already hauled many different oversized items - taken 2 long road trips - and commute daily 70 miles roundtrip. Zero problems. Winter gas mileage on the hwy was not too great at 22 mpg. Now that its warmed up Im closer to the 25-27 range estimated by the EPA. No issues with power at all.

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  Best Toyota in Town - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By Ryan Patterson - July 7 - 10:00 am

  I baught this car about two months ago, I have loved it ever since. The navigation system and the leather are to die for. Anyone thinking of buying this beauty one word, BUY.

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  EXCELLENT @ BEAUTIFUL - 2004 Toyota Highlander
  By MAX F - June 12 - 2:00 am

  AMAZING CAR-LIKE RIDE, TOYOTA CAN PROUDLY PUT THEIR NAME ON THIS ONE, IT LIVES UP VERY WELL TO THEIR LINE UP, I PREFEER THIS ONE OVER THE PILOT IN A HEARTBEAT, EASY IN/OUT, GO FOR IT, YOULL LOVE IT