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2018 Toyota Highlander consumer reviews

$31,230 starting MSRP
side view of 2018 Highlander Toyota
(420 reviews)
92% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.8
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doesn't work

I wish it worked but I have had it 2 months and it is stuck at the mechanics not safe to drive. It is nice and roomy and once it is fixed I can't wait to see how it runs.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Excellently Reliable

I have this car for the past 3 years and this car never gave me headaches and worries. The car is so smooth and comfortable.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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A quality vehicle, well designed & reliable

This vehicle, I feel is a safe SUV, it handles well, reliable & stylish. I love the feature of the 3 rd row of seats

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Just bought the car 5 days agie

So far we think the car is absolutely perfect for our needs. And we love everything about it. We have the opportunity to take it on a long drive and it performed well and it also did the same in local driving.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Nice ride and built to last

Purchased an XLE AWD under their Toyota CPO program with the warranty. It's a very comfortable near luxury car-like ride. Although handling is not BMW like, it is much more responsive then the old truck based utes were 20 years back. I had a 2005 Acura MDX and it drives like that SUV did and maybe better as it soaks up ruts better. Tons of room, great towing power, and Toyota reliability. A great value considering how long this should last. Finally, I like the size of it as the new Highlander is even larger so this is a sweet spot size for me. The only thing i do not like is the touch screen is 4-5 inches too away. it makes it hard when driving but the steering wheel controls help.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Owned three Highlanders

The first Highlander had over 170,000 miles when I traded. The second Highlander is now used by our daughter and the latest my wife and I use in retirement.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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SO disappointed

I guess you learn to check EVERYTHING on a car before purchase. I gave up a 2016 Buick Enclave for the 2018 Buick Highlander XLE (which was spoke so highly of) (wrong) DO NOT MAKE ANY ASSUMPTIONS. These SUV's are not even close to the 2 year older Buick Enclave - worst mistake ever! I have cried daily since I did it. It was something my husband thought would be a better investment on for the future long lasting of the SUV. (because of Toyota's reputation) However, when you don't go over it with a fine tooth comb, you realize just how many features you actually PAY MORE TO NOT GET! I am beyond disappointed! Yes I know it is my own fault for assuming such a highly recommended SUV would come with the features you were so used to having. So I will be trading it as soon as I can, however do to income limits, I am stuck for a while... SOOOO Disappointed!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Nice car but has lot of butts. Passenger seat

fixed in one hight. Dash controls can't grip. Driving controls hard to see and adjust. Wheels are not repairable and expensive. Driver's sun visor is useless for shorter drivers. Rims are a joke; too wide and short, can't avoid hitting curbs.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Toyota Highlander...Reliable and comfortable

I have always purchased Toyota vehicles for their reliability and great performance. And my Toyota Highlander exemplifies these unique features of Toyota. The only area in which Toyota lags behind other manufacturers is its navigation and sound systems. For me, however, reliability and dependability top technology cosmetics any time.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very reliable

This car met all my needs. Very comfortable and plenty of room for 8 people. I enjoy driving it. For the size it get great gas mileage.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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