2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Overview

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Average User Score

4.9 ⁄ 5 stars

2008 Highlander Hybrid---the 4500 Pound "economy" Crossover by Nick

— Lexus-like interior with great MPG...and the kids love it! There are eleven cupholders, 2 power points up front for both spouses cell phones, and a power rear hatch. Nice touches. With some practic... Read More

I Love The New Highlander Model... by Dani

— I purchased this SUV because I could not commit to a minivan, but was sick of my gas-guzzling SUV. I have had the Highlander for a week now and I am getting about 24 miles per gallon. I know it will... Read More

Highlander Hybrid Great For Family by mitchelleem

— The car drives well. It has good fuel economy (for a van.) It comfortably holds up to 7 people. The seats fold down (we just carried a large dining room table along with 6 chairs in the back.) T... Read More

2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Overview

Overall User Score

4.9⁄5

Based on 10 reviews

The Toyota Highlander Hybrid got bigger and sleeker for 2008. This environmentally friendly SUV comes in two trims: Base and Limited. Both trims sport a 3.3-liter, 270-hp V6 engine.

The Highlander Hybrid has 4 doors and seats either 5 or 7. Seven-seat Highlanders have a foldable third row that seats 2. Options include leather seats, a back-seat entertainment system featuring a 9-inch screen, and a navigation system. Switch to EV mode and you slowly roll up to 5 miles on battery power. You also get side-impact airbags in the front row of seats and side-curtain bags for all 3 rows.

Overall, reviewers like the improved interior and extensive airbag coverage. On the other hand, some might consider the Highlander a bit of a gimmick, because it can only go 5 miles on electric power alone. In any event, the 2008 Highlander Hybrid looks better than its predecessor and takes noticeable baby steps toward weaning itself off gasoline.

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	2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid	2008 Toyota Highlander	2008 Honda Pilot

Cost	$22,633 Average Instant Market Value	$21,570 Average Instant Market Value	$18,463 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway)	25	23	20
Horsepower	209	270	244
Crash Test Rating	5	5	5
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.)	10.3	10.3	15.9
Front Leg Room (inches)	43.2	43.2	41.4