Overview & Reviews

Front-seat side airbags and two-row side curtain airbags are standard on the 2007 Toyota Highlander. Toyota's midsize crossover SUV also gets revised headlights this year.

• Rides and handles like a Camry, smooth V6 engine or fuel-efficient four-cylinder, all major safety features standard.

• Poor access to optional third-row seat, bland personality, not as good a value as it once was.

User Reviews:

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  Long Lasting! - 2007 Toyota Highlander
  By Peter Fenner - October 5 - 7:33 am

  I bought this car new in March, 2007 and have 163,000 miles on it. Ive done all the maintenance but my repair bill has been exactly $10 for a new gas cap! Its by far the most reliable car I have ever had and it still runs like new! The only negative is that even with the V6, its a little sluggish, but it rides smooth and has never let me down. As far as maintenance, the brakes are very strong, I can stop on a dime, and last a long time (around 75,000 miles). The tires do wear fairly quickly. Overall, how much more can I ask for and given how its running, even though I have the itch for a new car, why would I? It will be interesting to see how long it lasts - As I mentioned before, it sounds no different than when I drove it off the lot! Ok, its three weeks after I wrote the above review. The transmission died just short of 164,000 miles. Its a bit disappointing to say the least. Still a good car but I expected it to last beyond 200,000 miles. Donated it to Goodwill and bought a Honda CRV. Oh well

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  Great Ride! - 2007 Toyota Highlander
  By Roderick M. Martin - July 30 - 7:33 pm

  Bought this demo from the dealer with 2300 miles on it. After driving Camrys all our lives we wanted a SUV for the winters in Michigan. Twice we have been in snowstorms and one blizzard and felt very comfortable driving in the snow. We barely felt the shifting when it went into all wheel drive. The only complaint we have is that somehow the sides of the front seats are beginning to wear and when I have checked out other Highlanders I notice the same weathering. I like the fact that I can sit higher and see better out any window and the gas mileage for this 4cyl SUV is closer to 30 on the highway. We will be looking for another Highlander when its time for a new car as we love it!

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  Real world car - 2007 Toyota Highlander
  By philip k - March 31 - 3:10 pm

  This is our 2nd Highlander. My wife and I liked the 2001 so much, that we decided to buy the 2007 before the upcoming redesign. The size and practicality is perfect for our family. We live in upstate NY, so 4 wheel drive is important, but the vehical never goes off road so we dont need a heavy 4x4 SUV. The Highlander meets all of our needs.

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  Dont Buy. Unsafe and Irritating - 2007 Toyota Highlander
  By garywi - August 3 - 3:03 pm

  Problems: 1. Excessive engine vibration transmitted through steering column. 2. Excessive front braking, front brakes grab, seem out of proportion with back. Braking consistency varies. 3. Cold idle too high, 1950 RPM, transmission slams into gear. 4. Engine idle, loud resonance or “boominess”, growl in first gear. 5. Transmission erratic with inappropriate shifting. Transmission always shifting up to 5th gear at slow speeds, pushing car forward faster when not desired. Car will not downshift when appropriate. Car will drive for a mile without gas pedal input, stuck in 5th gear at 900 RPM. Car is easier to stop if put in neutral. Excessive braking to keep car from surging forward.

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  High Marks For Highlander - 2007 Toyota Highlander
  By Florida Son - July 2 - 2:03 am

  Looked long and hard at what was available out there, and Highlander Limited is the perfect vehicle if you want a well-built, reliable mid-size SUV that doesnt go off-road. My limited is loaded with lots of options, and it seems Toyota has put just about anything you can think of into the vehicle. Safety features are also above and beyond, comparable with Volvo. Its early in the process for us, but were very happy thus far!

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  My First Toyota/SUV - 2007 Toyota Highlander
  By Andy - April 4 - 3:36 pm

  So far I have enjoyed driving my Highlander, I use it as my everyday car from commuting to running errands. The ride is smooth, and quiet (surprising for an SUV). Have not run into any problems, so far. Still need to test it in the snow! Seems to me that the Highlander is more of a family vehicle than a single persons ride, but it was in my price range, and had all the features I was looking for. I should have waited a few more months for the release of the new 2008 model, it looks sweet.

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  Great SUV! - 2007 Toyota Highlander
  By Michael - December 14 - 4:06 pm

  I have thoroughly enjoyed my new Highlander. It has a nice smooth ride with minimal noisy and plenty of room. The design and functionality of the car make it a great buy! In addition, it looks great!

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  This is a great car! - 2007 Toyota Highlander
  By jemco93 - August 21 - 10:16 pm

  Wasnt the first choice for us but we like it a lot now. I was set on getting a Rav4 and then considered the Subaru Forester but though Id stick with Toyota. Because of limited choices here, we started looking for a Rav4 with 4WD and V6 which is hard to find without being over used. We found a Lexus RX330 and thought this might be it but then later going back we found out it was sold. I had researched the inventory they with had and saw they had a highlander that met our criteria. We looked at it and test drove it and found that we really liked it. So far it been driving well and we plan on using it for 200,000 miles

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  Excellent SUV - 2007 Toyota Highlander
  By T Fontana - August 21 - 1:23 pm

  I love my new Highlander. I loved my Dodge Durango V8, but gas was getting expensive. This is my first Toyota and so far, so good. Very comfortable to drive, Im 52 and hes 511, perfect for both. Nice amount of shopping space and visibility. My 7 yr old love all the cup holders. Only suggestion would be if the SUV came with window guards to protect more from the rain when opening the doors. I wish I had gotten the gray interior instead of the tan, just more vacuuming will be required. Over all very happy with my new car.

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  Love It - 2007 Toyota Highlander
  By Linda & Nick - July 16 - 7:06 pm

  We made up our minds to get another Toyota, this time the Highlander. Love it. Not too big, not too small, its just right. It handles smoothly and I have the feeling of security in it. Would suggest this auto to anyone who is looking for safety, height of 4 wheeler, and ride of Lexus. Very comfortable, love it, love it, love it. Cant go wrong buying this one. Well worth it. No negatives on this car.