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2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid User Reviews

2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 10 reviews

  • Performance:5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars 5 / 5
  • Appearance:4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars 4.7 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars 4.8 / 5
  • Overall:4.9 out of 5 stars4.9 out of 5 stars4.9 out of 5 stars4.9 out of 5 stars4.9 out of 5 stars 4.9 / 5

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PROS
"fuel economy" 8 reviews
"ride" 5 reviews
"comfortable car" 2 reviews
"build quality" 2 reviews
CONS
"light" 2 reviews

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kdsprecher writes:
2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited Review
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The car is great. Very reliable and safe.

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No seat  memory.

kdsprecher
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Great Family Car! — The Highlander Hybrid is a great family car. It has been reliable in all weather conditions. The fuel economy is good. Once you learn how to use the hybrid system the fuel economy increases. The third row easily reclines to more cargo space. The DVD system is terrific and comes with wireless head phones.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Ron writes:
2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Base Review
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nice redesign; great ride; great acceleration

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Base w/Popular plus pkg needs auto light pkg included; Steering "clunk" on right turns

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Nice Remake By Toyota For Their Suv — Toyota did a nice job in redesigning the Highlander for '08. Acceleration is great and the ride and handling are excellent. I bought the I have the Hybrid Base model w/a Popular Plus pkg. Could use the auto light feature that comes w/the limited model though. The steering is an issue w/clunking on right turns, but it doesn't effect performance or handling.

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Hans writes:
2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Base Review
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Quietness, ride, fit and finish, build quality, seat comfort, legroom and headroom, fuel economy

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If not in Eco mode it can be jumpy in throttle, blind spots

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Superb Suv — I have a review on my own photo album that I will complete. It's a must see. The seat comfort and build quality are unparalled. The fuel economy is excellent at nearly 28 mpg in both city and highway driving. This SUV sets a new standards by which most other car based SUVs are judged.

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Jeffrey writes:
2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Base Review
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Back-up camera

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Tailgate window doesn't roll down (lift gate)

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Happy In Paradise — I tow a 2 ton trailer. I am happy with the mileage (about 15). I adde a blue tooth so am able to have both hands free while driving. The monitor system is wonderful showing current gas mileage, tire pressure, etc.

Primary Use: Utility (towing boats, transporting cargo, etc.)

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Jim writes:
2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited Review
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Fuel economy for an SUV, fit and finish, color

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XM radio antenna not in a good position

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2008 Highlander Hybrid — This is our first hybrid and we love everything about this vehicle. Gets 28 mpg consistently. We love the color and the 19" rims that are standard on the Limited. The 3rd row seat really comes in handy for hauling my son and his buddies around. We've had zero problems with this SUV so far.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Kevin writes:
2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited Review
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gas mileage, looks, feel, comfort

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not as high gas mileage as hoped for, no rain sensor for the windshield wipers

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Toyota Highlander Hybrid Rocks — Very luxurious for a Toyota, almost like getting a Lexus for a Toyota price. The Hybrid has a few features like the 19" rims that even the limited non-hybrid does not have. I get 21-23.X miles per gallon and was hoping for more.

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mitchelleem writes:
2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited Review
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comfort, size, drive quality, sound and air

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none

mitchelleem
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Highlander Hybrid Great For Family — 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.) The sound system and air system work very well. It is fun watching which way the energy is going on the dash.

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Nick writes:
2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited Review
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MPG; interior design

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long hood

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2008 Highlander Hybrid---the 4500 Pound "economy" Crossover — 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 practice, I've mangaged 30.9 mpg on the highway, and nearly the same in the city cycle. Wold like a slightly firmer suspension tune, but that's the compromise. And it runs on 87 octane fuel.

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Newby writes:
2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited Review
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Everything

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Highlander Hybrid — This is a well built SUV that rides like a luxury car. It handles like a mid-size car. Accelerates quickly, it is a little pricy but you pay for luxury. I love it.

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Dani writes:
2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited Review
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Nav, Entertainment center, smooth ride, mpg much better than regular SUV, style.

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Aux input - not specifically for iPod, running boards do not light up

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I Love The New Highlander Model... — 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 get better as the car is broken in. I got it fully loaded and love the nav and my son loves the entertainment center.

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Cost $21,560 Average Instant Market Value $21,362 Average Instant Market Value $15,969 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 25 23 25
Horsepower 209 270 166
Crash Test Rating 5 5 5
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 10.3 10.3 36.4
Front Leg Room (inches) 43.2 43.2 41.8

Reviews From Other Years

2012 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Reviews

Real Mpg = 24-25 By Dan

I bought the car in large part due to the stated MPG of 28/28 (city/highway), so very disappointed that it gets far less than stated. The dealer attributes the poor mileage to the gas I buy, my driv... Read More

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2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Reviews

Excellent Economy And Ride, Perfect Small Family Vehicle By Mich

My dilemma was AWD minivan or SUV? I wanted a snow car that could seat up to 7 (extended family). I had a 2WD Sequoia - at 19MPG and a 100 RT commute daily, the gas was killing me. This sporty loo... Read More

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2007 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Reviews

Great Family Car For Enviormnetally Contious People. By KVA

Great car. Third row seat is strictly for kids (you might be able to get an anorexic adult back there). No problems with any of the hybrid components. Important to follow routine maintenance schedule ... Read More

I Would Buy This Car Again By Shenay

excellent car. I have owned MANY cars and this is one of my favorites. more power than my 2001 ford expedition, fun, easy to park, 30 MPG, 3rd row of seats, excellent sound system. Read More

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2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Reviews

An Awd Suv With 26 Mpg In 50%/50% City/highway - Awesome By Tej

Interior is classic Toyota -- nothing too high end and nothing too cheap - mainstream and functional. Gas/Hybrid switch is quiet and unintrusive. Acceleration when passing etc. is superb Read More

I Have The 2006 Highlander Hv, Waiting To Purchase 2008 By koymack

Next door neighbor wanting to purchase the 2006 highlander hv that I have . It is a great vehicle. I have seen a lot ofnegativity on the Highlander hv because of milage. I average a good 26 overall s... Read More

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