2005 Toyota Highlander Review

　　

zzdcar' Expert Review

by the zzdcar Experts

　　

What’s new

　　New standard features this year include a roof rack with cross bars, remote keyless entry and a cargo cover. Standard on the Limited and optional on the base is a new windshield wiper de-icer grid.

　　

zzdcar says

　　With its fuel-efficient engine lineup, full complement of safety features and available third-row seat, the Highlander is one of our top recommendations to those who need SUV utility but don't want any unnecessary bulk or fuel bills.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 Toyota Highlander Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.04 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$175/mo  for Highlander Base

　　Highlander Base

　　Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A) - $24,280 MSRPFwd 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (2.4L 4cyl 4A) - $25,130 MSRPAWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 4A) - $25,680 MSRPFwd 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl 5A) - $25,340 MSRPFwd 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (3.3L 6cyl 5A) - $26,190 MSRPAWD 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (3.3L 6cyl 5A) (Most Popular) - $27,590 MSRPLimited Fwd 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (3.3L 6cyl 5A) - $30,180 MSRPLimited AWD 4dr SUV w/3rd Row (3.3L 6cyl 5A) - $31,580 MSRP

　　vs

　　$183/mo

　　Avg. Midsize SUV

　　

2005 Highlander Highlights

Trim: BaseV6LimitedBase

　　

Base MSRP	$24,280
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	22 MPG
Cost to Drive	$175/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	39.7 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles