Ownership: 2005 Toyota HighlanderOwnershipHighlanders come with three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper and roadside-assistance warranties. The hybrid model's unique components are warranted for eight years or 100,000 miles.
Why would you pick a Highlander out of the Toyota sport/ute lineup, which will soon number a total of six? Simply put: It rides like a midsize wagon and has more room inside than the sprightly RAV4. In other words, it's a reasonable way to get SUV space and seating without the excess.
A 2005 IntelliChoice Best Overall Value winner, the Highlander is a great choice for many people, especially small families and recreation-minded urbanites. Consumers who plan on rock-crawling, or at least seeking adventure off the beaten path, however, should probably look into something truck-based like a Toyota 4Runner. Still, the V-6 Highlander can be outfitted to tow up to 3,500 pounds--enough to easily pull a U-Haul trailer to college.
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