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GAIL C.
2005 Toyota Highlander
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I love my Toyota Highlander. My husband bought this car for me 3 years before he passed away. That’s why it is so special to me. Never had any problems with it and I keep it maintained , washed and car pool my grandchildren to school and sports events.
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DOROTHY H.
2005 Toyota Highlander
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Love my 2005 Highlander
It has over 220,000 miles on it and is going strong.Drove it to Canada last May. Had no problems.With regular maintenance has been a reliable. Enjoy the feeling of being safe while traveling .Hope to be driving my Highlander for many more years.
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JAY M.
2005 Toyota Highlander
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Outstanding service
Honest, knowledgeable folks who take care of their customers! While they have your vehicle they will give a look over to be sure there are no mechanical or safety issues that need attention. If so, they let you know. I like that kind of service!
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Pros
Good size suv without being bulky. Good driving visibility. Nice, large rear window. Comfortable seats. Well thought out dash with minimal knobs, buttons, and gizmos. It's a functional, simple vehicle.
Good size suv without being bulky. Good driving visibility. Nice, large rear window. Comfortable seats. Well thought out dash with minimal knobs, buttons, and gizmos. It's a functional, simple vehicle.
Cons
4 cylinder is a little underpowered for this size suv. But, for around town driving, it's OK. Electronics are troublesome. Kind of unexpected from a Toyota. Bottom line, given the choice, go with a Honda.
4 cylinder is a little underpowered for this size suv. But, for around town driving, it's OK. Electronics are troublesome. Kind of unexpected from a Toyota. Bottom line, given the choice, go with a Honda.
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GORDON M.
2005 Toyota Highlander
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Best Car
Our Highlander is by gar the very best car we have ever owned.
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JAY W.
2005 Toyota Highlander
If there were something better, we'd buy it. It tows my boat, it hauls a lot of stuff, high visibility, but not too big; good visibility out of it, no troubles
its great, like it better than the new models. efficiency at 22 is marginal, but we need its capability.
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JACKIE and GARY V.
2005 Toyota Highlander
2005 Toyota Highlander
This car has served me well. Would like to keep it four more years!
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Pros
Reliable
Reliable
Cons
Needs better seating. Electric powered windows and electric door locks break too easily.
Needs better seating. Electric powered windows and electric door locks break too easily.
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Dan L.
2005 Toyota Highlander
my 2005 Toyota Highlander
Best vehicle I've ever owned and believe me I have had plenty of cars over the years.
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PAT A.
2005 Toyota Highlander
2005 Toyota Highlander
I like this vehicle, it handles well and for a 4 cylinder it goes great. Plenty of room, and comfortable.
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Pros
all the above
all the above
Cons
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none
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PAT A.
2005 Toyota Highlander
2005 Toyota Highlander
Its been a great vehicle for me, just the right size.
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Pros
Easy to drive, handles well. Had a flat tire a few years ago, had to call AAA as I
was in Montana headed back to Spokane. Was very pleased that it had a full size spare tire still inflated and got me safely to Missoula where I purchased new tire.
Easy to drive, handles well. Had a flat tire a few years ago, had to call AAA as I
was in Montana headed back to Spokane. Was very pleased that it had a full size spare tire still inflated and got me safely to Missoula where I purchased new tire.
Cons
Last year the transmission went out due to a leak in connections between the radiator which allowed radiator fluid into the transmission. A very costly repair.
Never expected to ever have something that major due to a faulty connection;
a few months later had to have the front struts replaced, and then replace the
left rear window casing. This car is 12 years old with less than 87,000 miles.Less than 600 miles a month.
Last year the transmission went out due to a leak in connections between the radiator which allowed radiator fluid into the transmission. A very costly repair.
Never expected to ever have something that major due to a faulty connection;
a few months later had to have the front struts replaced, and then replace the
left rear window casing. This car is 12 years old with less than 87,000 miles.Less than 600 miles a month.
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MARY S.
2005 Toyota Highlander
Comfortable Toyota
We are still driving it by choice.
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Easy to get into
Easy to get into
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MEL R.
2005 Toyota Highlander
My 2005 Toyota Highlander
We bought this car new in 2005. With regular required servicing that is spelled out in the owner's manual and service schedule, the car has performed superbly: safe, comfortable, good gas mileage, and excellent performance. We plan to keep the car for a long time, as it has served us and performed for us very well.
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Pros
Good overall performance, reliable, comfortable, lots of room for transporting luggage and small household items, especially if you fold down the back seats.
Good overall performance, reliable, comfortable, lots of room for transporting luggage and small household items, especially if you fold down the back seats.
Cons
As a van, the Toyota Highlander is a little high which may pose a challenge for anyone with foot or leg problems when they enter or exit the vehicle.
As a van, the Toyota Highlander is a little high which may pose a challenge for anyone with foot or leg problems when they enter or exit the vehicle.
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BETSY M.
2005 Toyota Highlander
I love my Highlander!
This is the best car I have ever owned. Always reliable,predictable, very surefooted in winter, all around perfect size and car for multiple tasks of everyday life-toting grandkids (five at a time-some in car seats) traveling comfortably around town and long distance, very affordable to keep and maintain.
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Pros
I even looked to buy a used one of this model and year for my grown grandchildren because of it's safety and visibility factor with the height of the vehicle-couldn't find one. I guess everyone keeps them because of their reliability and don't feel they get old and have problems.
I even looked to buy a used one of this model and year for my grown grandchildren because of it's safety and visibility factor with the height of the vehicle-couldn't find one. I guess everyone keeps them because of their reliability and don't feel they get old and have problems.
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LISA E.
2005 Toyota Highlander
Wonderful vehicle
I bought this vehicle from a relative having health problems in 2009, when it only had 14,000 miles. It has just turned over 100,000 miles and has given me no trouble at all. I would gladly make the purchase again.
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JIM and CINDY S.
2005 Toyota Highlander
Best Vehicle for the dollar
I have had this vehicle a 2005 highlander since I bought in may 2006. I have had so few issues with the vehicle Toyotas are tehbest in overall maintenance. Basic stuff like oils and ties and break but beyond that everything else is perfect.
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KRIS H.
2005 Toyota Highlander
My 2005 Highlander
Excellent vehicle, no major mechanical issues, super reliable .... Would love to have another one
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Good visibility in the vehicle, reliable, great maintenance
Good visibility in the vehicle, reliable, great maintenance
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BARBARA B.
2005 Toyota Highlander
2005 highlander still going strong!
My car has 230,000 miles. I do regular maintence and it keeps going!
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PAT A.
2005 Toyota Highlander
2005 Toyota Highlander
Its been an overall great vehicle and I enjoy driving it, so do my children when they visit from CA, CO, and TX. Was pleased to find out the spare tire was already mounted and still good to go when I had a left rear tire blowout a couple of years ago coming back from a Montana trip. A couple of ladies that I take different places also like riding in my car; easy to get in and out of, and they like sitting up a little higher. All in all, I have enjoyed all 80,000 + miles that I've driven. It handles well and I feel safe and secure.
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Pros
My first Toyota vehicle and I like it!
My first Toyota vehicle and I like it!
Cons
Thought it was overpriced when I bought it!
Thought it was overpriced when I bought it!
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DELORES S.
2005 Toyota Highlander
2005 Toyota Highlander
Best car I have ever had. I hope I never have to buy another car again.
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Pros
I can be self sufficient, and haul anything or anyone I like.
I can be self sufficient, and haul anything or anyone I like.
Cons
Has a blind spot, and I think the side mirrors could be better, but I still won't trade it, I love it.
Has a blind spot, and I think the side mirrors could be better, but I still won't trade it, I love it.
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DAVID F.
2005 Toyota Highlander
Love it.
Love it, great vehicle with a great ride and low maint.
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Lowest maint. vehicle I have owned and I am 72 .
Lowest maint. vehicle I have owned and I am 72 .
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ROBERT AND DIANNE D.
2005 Toyota Highlander
I Love my Caqr
This is the best car I've ever owned.
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Pros
Smooth, comfortable ride ( A Lexus frame) Good milage even after 160,000 miles
Smooth, comfortable ride ( A Lexus frame) Good milage even after 160,000 miles
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