Overview & Reviews

Toyota's car-based Highlander SUV receives no changes this year.

• Roomy interior, car-like ride and handling, spunky V6 engine.

• Rear seat is uncomfortably low, no third-row seat, limited towing and off-road abilities.

User Reviews:

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  Problem Solved Early - 2002 Toyota Highlander
  By Dene - March 16 - 9:50 am

  After owning the car a few years, my check engine light would come on and go off. The service manager recommended that I do the cat. converter because it seemed that it was going out and I only had about 15,000 miles before my warranty was up. I think this is problem with some of the Highlanders. And yes, the heater/air is acting up.

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  My 2002 Toyota Highlander - 2002 Toyota Highlander
  By dbeard - March 12 - 10:00 am

  Comfortable and smooth. Now my wife always wants to drive my car instead of hers!

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  Endless Rattling - 2002 Toyota Highlander
  By Highlander2002 - January 4 - 10:33 pm

  I had bought this car used at a local dealership with 10k miles on it. After a few months, I had started to notice some minor rattling coming from the trunk area. I had brought it back to the dealership and they claimed to have replaced some clips. Still rattles. A few months later, I bought it to another dealership for the recall and again complained about the rattle. They added some foam, but the noise is still there. Over the years, more rattling started to appear from the dash and trunk. Its beginning to sound like my old 1984 Supra. At least the car is reliable. Hasnt broken down once.

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  2002 Highlander - 2002 Toyota Highlander
  By Highlander02 - August 31 - 6:40 am

  This is my 3rd and last Toyota as the reliability has been just plain awful. Ive had constant interior rattles and now my instrument cluster is dead, as are two air to fuel sensors. Im only 2k out of warranty and the dealer along with Toyota said Too Bad, even though its always been dealer serviced. Having a $1200 repair at just over 3 years of age while being just 2k out of warranty is unacceptable. Who ever heard of an instrument cluster dying at just 3 years of age!

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  HIGHLANDER IS GREAT - 2002 Toyota Highlander
  By REGIT - August 25 - 10:00 am

  PURCHASED THIS SUV USED WITH 44000 MILES. BEST DRIVING EXPERIENCE I EVER HAD.

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  Wouldve been good. Shouldve. - 2002 Toyota Highlander
  By LostRealist - August 5 - 4:00 am

  Good car, but it does have problems. I dont know if we got a lemon, or if this is just the way this car is. We bought this car new, and since then have only put 45,000 miles on it. The engine is very noisy now, which cant be due to a bad driver. The family member that drives this is very gentle with it, making no use of the 200-some hp engine. Gas mileage is pretty poor for a Toyota, even if it is an SUV. Had to replace the blower fan and motor for the a/c 3 times already. Its starting to go out again. Original brakes are still on it and even though they dont need to be replaced anytime soon, they still emit a soft high-pitched sqeal.

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  owning the Highlander - 2002 Toyota Highlander
  By foozy8933 - July 22 - 2:00 am

  I am now at 6 months ownership with the highlander. I find it one of the most enjoyable vehicles I have owned including luxury sedans. Power could be improved somewhat and milage is low. Otherwise a real gem. Performance in snow and ice is super. I will definitely get another in a year or so.

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  Grear Car - 2002 Toyota Highlander
  By DG - February 21 - 7:46 pm

  Bought my Highlander as certified used with 17k in 2003. Great reliability. Highly recommend if looking for dependable transportation with limited servicing. Would buy another.

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  Oops! Its missing a few things - 2002 Toyota Highlander
  By avaddict - January 27 - 10:00 am

  Missing things taken for granted in top trim lines;Auto dim rear view mirror; compass;more features/info on travel computer;tonneau cover vibrates with sun roof open;at price, better tires. Still trying to figure out cruise control;O/D lock-out button engaged accidently;Delivered with drift-left (tire pressure).Thats it after 2 mo. GOOD STUFF:Great fit & finish inside/out;excelent paint;Front seats (leather)very comfortable,good adjustment range; very happy with premium radio/cd system.Good gas mileage 21-22 city,31 hwy.Dont need a Town&Country mini-van anymore but like the seating height & car-like drive,someextra room for vacationing? This vehicle is just right.

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  Solid and durable... - 2002 Toyota Highlander
  By Scottywsly - January 5 - 6:13 pm

  This is a pleasing to drive near luxury car based SUV. Has been 100% reliable. My only wish is that gas mileage was greater, and styling is a bit more sporty.