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2018 Toyota Highlander consumer reviews

$31,230 starting MSRP
side view of 2018 Highlander Toyota
(421 reviews)
92% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.8
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Best care I have owned so far.

This car meets all my needs and much much more. Lots of room and so comfortable. I have a long commute and this baby is just great.

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 New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Annoying to drive

The ride, styling and overall quality seem good but ease of driving is poor. In economy mode it hesitates and shifts erratically. I find it annoying to drive. It is better in the power mode but still doesn't shift fight.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Outstanding vehicle

Such a comfortable car to drive. Fuel economy was better than expected. The interior is perfect, such as color, comfort and durability. Love the interior space.

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 New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Nicest car we have owned

Everything about our new highlander has been above our expectations and we are discovering new things everyday it has been one of the nicest cars we have ever owned.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Toyota, all the way.

Toyota is a reliable and reputable brand. As always whichever Toyota I had it always works beyond the expectations. Mine is a LE. It has AWD, back camera, Bluetooth and other basic features. Smooth, comfortable and powerful vehicle for daily commute.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most annoying transmission ever

I traded in my 2015 Highlander, which I loved, for a 2018., which I hate. The most herky jerky (best way to describe) transmission. It's up and down, up and down at lower speeds. Dealer service manager says its trying to find the right gear. I put 30k miles on a car a year. I'm at 6k. I might not make 7k and get rid of it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Experience & research are invaluable.

This is our 2nd Highlander. Our 1st one was 12 years old but With regular care & maintenance it proved to be dependable and held its resale value better than average. I read Consumers Report and was pleased at their findings regarding the Highlander. We have a little trouble learning all the new " bells & whistles" But we are gradually catching on. We hope we have the same success with our new car as we did with the last one.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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most comfortable car owned

Love it with all the bells and knobs but the transmission is herky jerky and not smooth,handles well and has a lot of power when needed. There is a lot to learn for a older driver to.

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 New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Love this car!

This vehicle is reliable, roomy, safe and good looking!! I would highly recommend it! I love the bucket seats and good size third row. The drive is quiet and smooth.

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 New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Excellent experience

Really comfortable with excellent seat controls. Handles so well! Exterior has a clean line and sporty. Interior is really more "roomy" than you would expect.

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 New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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