Used Toyota Highlander Hybrid for Sale

4.8

(16 Reviews)

Overall Rating

4.8

(16 Reviews)

Value

4.6

Performance

4.5

Comfort

4.8

Fuel Economy

4.1

Reliability

4.3

Owner Reviews

4.8

16 Reviews


Overall	4.8

Value	4.6

Performance	4.5

Style	4.1

Comfort	4.8

Fuel Economy	4.1

Reliability	4.3

2009 Toyota Highlander Hybrid - Great Car for Families and For Artists

I am a theater artist with two kids. We bought our Highlander used because we needed better space for our family than just our sedans. What I found out though was not only was this car great for our family, which I'll get into later, but the lay-down seating is great for large bulk order of supplies picked up at Lowes or Home Depot. It also pulls a trailer almost as well as most full-sized trucks. Our first week owning, we hitched a U-Haul up to it to tow an 1860 Chicago upright piano about 30 miles to our location. Then it was a huge help when buying supplies for and lumber for our large musical production, because I could hook up the trailer, lay down the back seats and carry about 3 to 4 times what I would have been able to if just towing a trailer. Don't let the hybrid aspect scare... (more)

Story

We took our kids to Disney World which was about a 10 hour trip. We wouldn't have even considered it if we were still using sedans as our main mode of transportation. The girls didn't fight once, although my youngest did get very upset that my wife took a nap in the car on the way down at 5:30 in the morning. Once Cinderella came on though she was fine and eventually went to sleep herself.

Pros

We love the storage space, and the people space. We only have to fill-up on gas every week to week and a half, plus it only has a 16 gallon tank which means our fill-up prices aren't too bad like some other SUVs with larger tanks. The rear-camera is very useful and the in console monitor allows me to see how many miles I can travel with the current tank. It heats and cools very well. Even on extremely hot days in the south we only need to run the AC on the third level for about 4 or 5 minutes and the whole car has cooled off enough that we can run it on the first or second level for the re... (more)

Cons

It is a little difficult for someone to get all the way to third row, however we've only had to use it 3 or 4 times so it isn't that big of a deal. Also, we have had to do two or three recalls on it since we've owned it. The final thing is that my keyfob burns through batteries quickly, but those are only about $7 to replace so it isn't too bad.

2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid - Comfortable family vehicle

The Toyota Highlander is a great family vehicle, providing a comfortable ride with plenty of storage. The vehicle itself is slightly wider than most, creating a spacious feeling - even with multiple carseats. The third-row fold-down seating has a split-bench, which offers flexibility for transporting luggage and larger items. The Highlander handles well in winter weather, and gets decent fuel economy. The steering is tight, and overall the Highlander has good maneuverability for vehicles in its class. It has hidden sensors that allow the driver to avoid collisions and parallel park.

Story

We took a 2000 mile roadtrip in the Highlander, driving west to the national parks... right after we had potty-trained the oldest. My kids had a great time, but part of the trip was through desolate areas with not many rest stops. We had plenty of space to keep a cooler, so the kids had plenty of snacks but not many opportunities for using the restroom. Luckily we had packed a children's potty... (more)

Pros

I love the versatility of the second row, as well as the storage capacity with the third row folded down. The separate climate control for the second row is a valuable feature for longer trips. It's an excellent "mom" SUV, big enough to haul kids in car seats, groceries, and a stroller, but not so big that it wouldn't fit into the garage or a standard parking space. The center console is huge, and can easily hold a large purse or even a large diaper bag. There are tons of cupholders in this vehicle - 10, to be exact - allowing a place for both coffee and water bottles! The driver feedback ... (more)

Cons

The third row seating option can be tight for adults to access, particularly for fastening children into car seats. The regenerative braking initially felt soft, and takes some getting used to.

2004 Toyota Highlander Hybrid - Powerful and Small SUV

Our Toyota Highlander is an exceptional vehicle that gets lots of love from my family. It's big enough to fit tons of groceries in the back, but its small enough that I don't feel like I'm driving a boat. The car has great pickup and always performs well on the road. During the winter time, the car really performs well in any type of weather. I've rarely spun out and I never feel out of control. The gas mileage is fine for the type of vehicle. The handling is very fluid and comfortable. My wife loves that she sits up high on the road.

Story

My wife and 1 year old son took a 5 hour roadtrip to visit my brother in-law in Vermont. It performed really well and got us there safely and in style. I'm proud to drive around in this car.

Pros

We love how much power it has. We love the room in the trunk and general size of the car. It performs really well and safe in the winter time.

Cons

The seats aren't the most comfortable. Sometimes my lower back really starts hurting if I drive for too long. Also, the gas cap really needs to be turned tight otherwise different lights start showing up on the dashboard. This is a problem in New Jersey where were not allowed to pump our own gas. I never know if the attendant is going to lock it hard enough.