Among the forty-four published reviews and test drives of the SUV’s, the 2008 Toyota Highlander ranks 4 out of 26 midsize affordable SUV’s. The practical functionality and family friendly features renders the high ranking to the Highlander.
The Toyota Highlander has a elegant exterior and bigger dimensions than its previous versions. It was also judged the “Recommended” pick and “Best family vehicle” for 2008. The Highlander can be found in three trims – sport, limited and base — in either all-wheel or front drive. There are gasoline powered highlanders and also hybrid versions of the vehicle.
A majority of users of the Toyota Highlander appreciate the amooth ride and new V6 engine power, but have complaints regarding its weak electric steering.
Though the design of the Toyota Highlander is an improvement over the older versions of the vehicle it is nothing dramatic according to users and is still quite bland in style.
Ranking in the lower half of its class for interiors, the 2008 Toyota Highlander gets nice reviews but has minimum space compared to top rivals. With respect to the capacity for seating and materials the Highlander is superior to its rivals. The SUV’s look is more elite than the last model, according to some people.
In terms of performance in federal government crash tests, the 2008 Toyota Highlander gets a superb safety score. In fact, it has been given a “Top Safety Pick” title by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The vehicle is also given five-star scores for front and rear seat protection in side crash tests. A top score of “Good” in side impact and frontal tests is also given to the vehicle by The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
The 2008 Toyota Highlander comes with a 3 year and a 36,000-mile minimum warranty. The 2008 Highlander has a new 3.5-liter V6 engine that puts out 270 horsepower and 248 pound-feet of torque and is combined with a electronically controlled five-speed automatic transmission. The new engine has more than enough power for most situations. The Highlander is also appreciated for ensuring a soft ride. The seating capacity of the 2008 Highlander is upto seven persons and the vehicle has a standard third-row bench. Though some complain about a cramped third row, others like the improved third-row access in the vehicle which is owing to a sliding and folding second-row bench.
Vehicle Dimensions
Wheelbase, in. 109.8
Overall Length, in. 188.4
Overall Width, in. 75.2
Overall Height, in. 69.3
Curb Weight, lbs. 3979
Cargo Volume, cu. ft. 95.4
Standard Payload, lbs. –
Fuel Capacity, gals. 19.2
Seating Capacity 7
Front Head Room, in. 40.6
Max. Front Leg Room, in. 43.2
Rear Head Room, in. 40.1
Max. Rear Leg Room, in. 38.3
MRP Starting from $27,500
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