The J.D. Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.
86
Out of 100
Quality & Reliability
Great
86/100
Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.
Driving Experience
Great
86/100
Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.
Resale
Great
87/100
J.D. Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.
Dealership Experience
Not Rated
Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.
Measured owner satisfaction with 2008 Toyota Highlander after 90-days of ownership.
Ease of getting in and out of the vehicle
Transmission smoothness
Smoothness of vehicle's ride
Owners Don't Like
The problems experienced by owners of the 2008 Toyota Highlander during the first 90-days of ownership.
Comfort of the 3rd row seats
The vehicle's audio system
Vehicle stability in poor conditions
Performance Specs
MPG City
17 - 18
MPG Hwy
23 - 24
Horsepower
270
Transmission
5 speed, Automatic
Engine
Gas V6
Drivetrain
4-Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Available Trims
2008 Toyota Highlander Review
Overview
The All New 2008 Toyota Highlander where everything counts. Highlander’s exterior lines add a touch of style to this versatile SUV. Inside Highlander’s available 3.5 liter 270 Horse Power VVT–I V6 provides smooth power and excellent gas mileage. Variable valve timing with intelligence optimizes power and fuel efficiency by continuously varying the time valves open and close. Highlander’s instrument panel is a well-ordered composition of comfort and convenience. Thoughtful features like steering wheel audio controls and the available rear-seat DVD entertainment system exemplify Highlander’s refined accommodations. And find a new route with Highlanders available DVD navigation system. Highlander is versatility! By folding flat the 60/40 reclining split second-row seats and folding the available third-row seat flat you open up over 94 cubic feet of cargo space. Highlander offers the comprehensive safety of driver and front passenger advanced airbags front and second row sensing side curtain airbags and many other features in the Toyota Star Safety System. The 2008 Toyota Highlander discover life in an SUV that is defined for you.