2004 Toyota Highlander Overview

Toyota Highlander

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(4.5) 22 reviews
MSRP: $3,902–$11,062
Body Style: Sport Utility
Combined MPG: 20-24
Engine: 160-hp, 2.4-liter I-4 (regular gas)
Drivetrain: All-wheel Drive
Seats: 5-7

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Our Take on the 2004 Toyota Highlander

Our Take

By Cars.com Editors

Introduced early in the 2001 model year, the car-based Highlander is the newest — and most popular — member of Toyota’s five-member sport utility vehicle lineup. Though it is structurally related to the more expensive Lexus RX 300, which has been replaced by the RX 330 for 2004, t... Read Full Report

What We Like

Easy to drive
Ride comfort
Handling
Reliability
Resale value

What We Don't Like

Lack of Low-range gearing
Midrange acceleration
Uninspired styling

Notable Features

Car-based construction
Four-cylinder or V-6
Available permanent 4WD
Distinctive control layout
Five- or seven-passenger capacity

Reviews

Our Expert Reviews

By Anita And Paul Lienert

Highlander's price stings but lives up to quality reputation Take a good look at the long list of competitors going up against the 2004 Toyota Highlander, a car-based crossover utility vehicle that's imported from Japan. With that in mind, it's no wonder that Toyota has added significant enhancements to its mid-size CUV, increasing power, adding safety features and offering a... Read full review for the 2004 Toyota Highlander

Consumer Reviews

4.5

Average based on 22 reviews

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Very good value

by mirmap from new jersey on December 3, 2006

This is a very reliable and comfortable vehicle. Easy to drive and tackles the snow easily. Stability control is working great on slippery roads. If you do not need lexus badges, memory seats and coup... Read Full Review

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