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2012 Toyota Highlander consumer reviews

$28,240–$30,845 MSRP range
side view of 2012 Highlander Toyota
(93 reviews)
96% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.6
  • Reliability 4.9
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Easy to drive

Size is perfect for family and business usage. Has all options except for cooled seats, rear entertainment system and heated steering. Overall a really good car!

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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Have had it only a fear weeks, so far excellent.

A friend of mine has a 2015 Highlander, loves it. It’s rated very high in Consumers Report. It is replacing a 2001 Pathfinder, which is about the same size. The 2012 Highlander fits our needs just fine.

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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My wife loves it, and so do I

We absolutely love this highlander. Beautiful inside and out. We will definitely buy another one in the future. We drove competitors cars, and none of them compare.

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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Solid reliable car

AWD with new tires, new brakes best for snow, lights bit weak, exterior design is basic, lacks style, interior space is good, overall a solid vehicle, camera is small in the SE standard model unless you opt for optional package with navigation.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Love this car

This is exactly what I was looking for. It is my 4th HIghlander and the 3rd that is the Limited Edition. It is just right for me. Beautiful and dependable, all for a great price.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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very comfortable and practical with lots of space.

Love the third row of seats to transport kids and friends. Very comfortable car and practical. Great if you don't mind maneuvering a big vehicle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Very practical all around SUV

Very nice vehicle, handles well and has good performance. Seats 6 comfortably, lots of leg room in second row seats. Air vents in back are definitely a plus here in FL.

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

We have loved his car for its comfortable interior, safety, and reliability. The backseat is especially spacious and fits car seats or tall adults with room to spare.

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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Ideal non van mom car!

This car is perfect for me. Pregnant with my second, I needed something reliable that would fit 2 rear facing car seats. Two tall parents, an 80lb dog and all the ?stuff? that goes along with that! The back seat is HUGE! I?m talking 42lb very tall 3yo rear facing with leg room extender on his car seat and the front seat all the way back huge! I was amazed! Low enough my mobility limited sister can get in and out, high enough my big suv loving self doesn?t feel like a big on the road. V6 version has lots of pep. Shifts super smooth. Lots of cargo space. Love!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Nicest SUV on the market

I love the Highlander. It drives like a dream, is very comfortable and has many great options that make it perfect for any family. In addition it is one of the safest vehicles on the market.

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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