Toyota Highlander (Page 2)

Rachel bought the 2023 Toyota Highlander, but she hated the noisy turbo engine. She wants a Highlander Hybrid, but the dealer wants a deposit just for a test drive. Check out her story and find out what Hybrid shoppers need to know before you buy.

Consumer Reports releases a recently updated list of the best used car and SUV models they found to be affordable, reliable, and packed with features―all for under $20,000!

A mechanic's warning is making the rounds: "You might have this in your vehicle—and it's one reason why you need to get rid of it." The culprit? Devices that cause parasitic battery drain without you even realizing it.

Finding a comfortable SUV isn't just about soft seats; it's about how easy the controls are to use, how clearly you can see out, how passengers feel in the back, and how quiet the cabin stays on the highway.

Fed up with his "money pit" Jeep Wrangler, Jeff traded it for a 2021 Toyota Highlander XLE. He's dreaming of retirement and believes his new ride will be a comfortable, reliable companion on the road ahead. Will the Highlander be as reliable as he thinks?

Consumer Reports' latest listing of fuel-efficient small and midsized SUV model recommendations that can save you money without sacrificing the utility consumers want in today's SUVs.

Looking for a reliable used car under $5,000? According to a recent Consumer Reports analysis, there are several older Toyota, Honda, Mazda, and Nissan models that combine affordability with proven dependability, making them excellent choices.

Based on two important factors, these are the 10 safest vehicles in this price point.

A Toyota Highlander owner got a great deal on a 2023 model, but when he got home, he found out why. He thought he was buying an AWD Highlander and it turned out to be FWD instead. Who is to blame in this unfortunate situation, the dealer or the owner?

A Toyota RAV4 buyer hopes that the 2015 model year RAV4 is more reliable than the 2014 Ford Escape. She recently purchased the older RAV4 for her daughter, and she's a Toyota fan because she owns a 2014 Highlander. Will the older RAV4 be reliable?

Toyota's recall includes several vehicles sold in the US that may suffer "car dementia" or blank instrument cluster.

An owner of two Toyota Highlanders says her 2010 Highlander with 240K miles is more reliable than her 2021 Highlander with 75K miles. She needs to replace the 2021 transmission, but the dealer can't fix it for 6-9 months. Check out her unbelievable story.

A Toyota Highlander owner shares her experience with her 2017 Highlander, highlighting two failed transmissions in one year. She's had enough and purchased a 2025 Ford Explorer. What are the issues with the Highlander, and is the Explorer a reliable SUV?

A Toyota Highlander owner mounted a bike carrier on the back of the SUV, and now the rear suspension is nearly dragging the ground. Is there a problem with the Highlander's suspension, or are all Highlanders built this way? Active customers need to know. 

A 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid owner has a loud noise coming from her SUV every time she puts it in reverse. It's so concerning that she took it to the Toyota dealer, and they told her not to worry about it because they all do it. What would you do?

Used car models that performed well in tests and have strong reliability ratings.

Does the Toyota Highlander have a problem with its airbags failing to deploy? Veronica reports that the airbags in her 2023 Highlander did not deploy during a serious accident. Here is what all Highlander owners need to know about its safety. 

You can find used Toyota, Honda, Nissan, and Mazda models for less than $5,000 that have strong reliability and performed well in Consumer Reports' tests, which include this critical safety feature.

A "convenient" service ended in disaster. This Toyota Dealer's driver totaled his Highlander, and now the dealership is trying to lowball him with a $7K offer and unclear "help."

We paraphrase Toyota Highlander owner B.M., who has lost one tire and now is fearful she will need to buy a set of four since her car is all-wheel drive. Let’s see if this is true or not, and what options are available to her.

Here is what Consumer Reports analysts have to say about which Hybrid SUVs are the proven best within a price range of $35,000 to $45,000 right now that offers the best choice between gasoline and electric vehicles.

“These high-scoring SUV models do well in performance, reliability, safety, and owner satisfaction available today,” states Consumer Reports in their recently released list of their recommended best of the best new SUV choices.

Here is another Toyota buyer's remorse story. Michele bought a new 2025 Toyota Highlander, then, after it was too late, looked at the Nissan Pathfinder. She now wishes she had purchased the Pathfinder. Here's what Highlander buyers need to know.

Test your car knowledge before peeking below about the most popular 2025 model cars and SUVs you believe are the most frequently checked by smart car shoppers.

What you need to know to stay safe when assessing your Toyota Highlander Hybrid battery and how to get the instruction you need to DIY.

Mistaking this error light for a maintenance light on your dash can become a fatal engine problem easily fixed and covered by Toyota…if you are not too late.

A recent question about portable car and truck lifts for the DIY home mechanic points to one strong recommendation you can buy at Lowes today.

Is the Toyota Highlander a model you should avoid? Luis has 60,000 miles on his 2021 Highlander and already needs a new transmission. Now, a new problem has surfaced. He's not the only Highlander owner with problems. Here is what owners need to know. 

Sometimes, a vehicle drives differently than it looks. The Grand Highlander Hybrid Max is a perfect example. 

My Toyota Highlander ran perfectly at 64,500 miles, but the dealership is trying to charge me over $1,000 for a simple spark plug change.