The Toyota Highlander has been a very reliable car. We put on about 18,000 miles a year in a variety of environments (city, suburban and highway), and it has been extremely reliable throughout. We like the roominess of the car, which allows us to comfortably accommodate our three kids and their friends. The car also is large enough to comfortably drive on longer trips (10-15 hours one way to Hilton Head!) and not have to cut back on luggage. When driving shorter distances or when we need to take a group of kids somewhere, we can also pop up the optional third row, which fits two comfortably and even three if needed. The only complaints we have about the car are its 'heaviness'. While it is easy to drive, responsive to sudden steering shifts and braking and we certainly feel in control at all times, the car does feel very heavy on the road, like we are driving a truck at times. The other issue is the color of the seat--white cloth--which after four years are an absolute disgusting mess. If you are considering this vehicle--and I highly recommend it--it would be worth it to invest in either leather seats, or dark cloth. Otherwise, this car is a roomy, reliable vehicle that has everything we want for any type of driving situation.

We are in love with our Toyota Highlander! After trying out the Rave 4 and the 4 Runner, the Highlander won out hands down! It has a smooth ride! The engine that it has is the same engine as what is in the Toyota Avalon, so the SUV drives like a car! All of the added "bells and whistles' on the car are actually things that serve a purpose and not just something to say you have in your car.