Overview & Reviews
New standard features this year include a roof rack with cross bars, remote keyless entry and a cargo cover. Standard on the Limited and optional on the base is a new windshield wiper de-icer grid.
- Seats up to seven, carlike ride and handling, smooth and powerful V6 engine, fuel-efficient four-cylinder engine, lots of safety features.
- Limited towing and off-road ability, bland personality.
User Reviews:
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2005 v64wd highlander - 2005 Toyota Highlander
By anna - November 9 - 12:36 amI bought my highlander after considering size, saftey, gas milage,and reliability as compared to other suvs. The size is perfect for me-not too big, not too small. There is plenty of room for hauling-took 2 kids to college in it. Its very nice to drive, but the transmission is sluggish when starting out. Also, I previously had an explorer, and the seats in it were much more comfortable. Its a pleasure to drive- its very quiet and smooth-sort of like gliding through the air! It handles very well around bends etc, and is easy even for me to park!
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Big Mistake - 2005 Toyota Highlander
By morris - October 24 - 3:03 amThe research described the Highlander as a very good vehicle. I am dissappointed and trying to cut my losses. I moved to WV a couple of years ago and got tired of bottoming out my 2001 Volvo V70 T5 (100,000 mi). The Hylander has difficulty excellerating on the hills, the brakes grab, the cruise control is jerky and shifts into overdrive frequently (dealer says its fine), the plastic components are light weight and fall off, poor ventilation to the back seat area, seat heaters are inadequate, road noise is excessive, a recent stone star to the windshield revealed a single piece of glass. I do not feel safe and I cant believe I spent the money. My Chevy 2500HD diesel is better.
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"My first Toyota..Oh what a delight" - 2005 Toyota Highlander
By Jacksonville Bill - October 21 - 4:40 pmIm totally pleased with my 2005 Toyota Highlander, 2.4 four cylinder, Sonora Gold Pearl aka "Goldilocks or Goldie". Shes just right! This vehicle does everything my 1994 Ford Aerostar van did and more. I can haul people, cargo and my dog "Blue" in relative comfort and it has four doors! The ride is so smooth and comfortable. I feel like Im floating on a cloud. I have a daily commute of 40 miles round trip and the mileage Im getting is remarkable and because of all the safety features my insurance rate only increased $5.00 a month. "Oh what a savings". I love my Toyota Highlander.."Oh what a delight".
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Great SUV - 2005 Toyota Highlander
By Dan - October 19 - 6:16 pmI have owned an Explorer, Tribute and Durango. The Highlander is by far the best of them all.The 4 cylinder gives a smooth ride and gas mileage.
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satisfied - 2005 Toyota Highlander
By mary harrell - October 9 - 10:13 pmour highlander has been very dependable. weve driven it to atlantic city a few time. its a very smooth ride, and comfortable. we havent had any problems with it.we would reccomend this vehicle to any one.its very good on hills. we bought the toyota highlander,because we didnt like not being able to see. we owned the toyota camry,before the highlander.it was hard to see the traffic ahead,because of all the suv;s and trucks in front of us. we are completely satisfied sincerely mary harrell somerville,nj
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Happy In Alpharetta, GA - 2005 Toyota Highlander
By Francis J. Danko - September 30 - 8:30 amThere are 445 miles between our home in Georgia and 2nd home in Florida. That trip can take any were from 7 hours to 12 hours depending on traffic, road construction, etc...! We are so pleased with the 2002 (base model) Highlander that we bought the same model in April 2005. Our older daughter needed to replace the 10 year old car she was driving and seems very happy with the 2002 Highlander we gave her. Toyota, thank you. The Danko Family.
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feels like rx300 but half the price - 2005 Toyota Highlander
By trigunner - September 30 - 1:46 amReliable, so comfortable interior, feels like Im driving the lexus rx300 very good gas mileage, ever since I bought this suv I have never had problems. I highly highly recommend this as a great buy.
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Toyota Highlander - 2005 Toyota Highlander
By Bill Noble - September 26 - 4:10 pmMy Toyota Highlander is probably the best ride Ive ever owned, including 2 Camrys Ive owned. It holds the road almost by itself and practically floats. Im not as impressed with its interior design, or that most options cost more than with other makes. The 3 year warranty is adequate, because Ive only had one problems with any Toyota Ive had, which was the fuel pump on a Camry. Thanks for asking!
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VERY Good - 2005 Toyota Highlander
By Jenny - September 22 - 4:53 amI bought my SUV in 2005. It has no problem at all. I read other consumers comments about tires. My SUV did not replace tires until 56k miles. Right now its 99k and havent replaced 2nd tires yet. The condition is very good. Interior is very comfortable and spacious. I really love it so much.
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Perfect for the Understated Person - 2005 Toyota Highlander
By Citygirl - September 1 - 11:30 pmI really like my new Highlander. So far it has not given me any problems. It has the quality and comfort I have come to expect from Toyota (Ive owned two Camrys). The best thing about the car is that I feel like it looks like my lifestyle and personality with lots of class and not too trendy. It doesnt scream "I have money" or "I need a status symbol to feel good" which suits me and my bank account just fine. Great value.
