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Vehicle Overview:
Vehicle Type: Sport Utility Vehicle
ABS Brakes: Standard
Standard Airbags: 2
MPG: 18-22/24-27 (City/HWY)
Engine Offered:
2.4L I4 155HP
3.3L V6 215HP
Consumer Ratings:
Performance: 4.1
Exterior: 3.8
Interior: 3.8
Overall: 4.0
Review Guide:
5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
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2006 Toyota Highlander
Consumer Car Review Summary
Top 5 Pros of 2006 Toyota Highlander
1. Roomy interior
2. Smooth and quiet ride
3. Responsive
4. Radio antenna in the window
5. Interior and exterior appearance
Top 5 Cons of 2006 Toyota Highlander
1. Wider front seats
2. More rear leg room
3. Update exterior styling
4. Make AC available on 3rd row
5. Larger cargo area
2006 Toyota Highlander Reviews by Consumers
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By IrateHighlanderOwner
Submitted 2010-08-04 23:38:04
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Toyota Highlander?
I have a 2006 Highlander Hybrid-one of the 1st if not the 1st sold in Canada. I like driving the Highlander, good family vehicle, space is good except for the 3rd row seat.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Toyota Highlander?
My vehicle is a Limited-Toyota really cheaped out-price was outrageous but I wanted the extra 2 seats, generally the finish of the vehicle is not what a Limited model should be. Service could be better. A couple of years ago the Highlander sat on the dealer lot while I fought with the dealer over a repair they didn't want to do under warranty-they only paid for part of the cost because I did research online and found out other people had the same complaint. I have complained about a popping noise that seems to come from the centre of the vehicle when stopping or starting from a stop in the winter before the car warms up-My 1st complaint about this was Nov 2006-still unresolved, at one point I was told it was the engine mount that was the problem. A common complaint is the acceleration when driving over a bump while braking-I have been told many times that this is normal-today I was told that this is how the ABS system works. Both high beam bulbs are distorted and burnt and the heat has damaged the lens covers-2 people a the dealership have said stated that they have never seen this happen before, but then they reversed their story and told us this is normal-that the bulbs do that when they need replacing.
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I don't know if it is the service dept. of the dealership I bought the vehicle from or Toyota in general, but when I spend this much on a vehicle, I would like to see some responsibility taken for defects and not be told repeatedly that these things are normal. While I like my vehicle, I have rated a 2 overall because of the attitude I have been getting. I am pretty confident that the above issues will one day become the subject of recall notices.
By Steve Lipkin
Submitted 2009-11-25 11:59:31
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Toyota Highlander?
Most comfortable long distance auto I've ever had.
Controls are easy to use.
A/C and heat are very efficient.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Toyota Highlander?
Styling (improved in 2010); last row of seats need to be larger/deeper to be useful as seats except for my grandkids (4 & 8yrs).
The radio reception is poor, but, I attribute this to the in-side glass antenna.
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Overall this is great car. Purchased new in Jan.'06, I have 133K+ on it so far and have had NO mechanical problems. Just getting new timing belt and struts today. Get 22+ MPG on highway and with captains chairs the comfort is wonderful and plenty of room.
By dat
Submitted 2009-11-08 20:44:05
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Toyota Highlander?
Nice ride, basic styling, acceptable fuel economy.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Toyota Highlander?
Improve interior materials - everything is falling apart or beginning to show too much wear, the exterior paint job is horrible, a great deal of road noise due to overall vehicle quality. Driver's seat beginning to tear, dash beginning to show wear, doors so thin you can feel the radio vibrate at moderate sound levels...these things that should not be happening on a 3 year vehicle which cost close to 40K....very, very disappointed. This vehicle has been well cared for and pampered. Will never buy another Toyota product...just overall very poor workmanship and product quality for the money.
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Horrible. Don't waste your money on a Highlander if you want a quality vehicle....BUY EUROPEAN....they are the only ones that seem to know how to build automobiles anymore.
By Pat Litke
Submitted 2009-09-02 15:26:53
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Toyota Highlander?
Versatility which is what I was seeking.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Toyota Highlander?
Tires: Yes, the original tires wear out early but mfr does make good on pro-rated warranty. With research I found that these are tires designed to be soft and quiet to enhance the test drive of prospective buyers. Mfr was surprised I got as high as 40k mi on mine (50 k mi warranty). I replaced them with same because it was better buy and I have been happy with the traction.
Plastic Fasteners: Plastic deflector under radiator needs to be removed to change oil filter and the plastic fasteners holding it on break easy. Same goes for plastic cover in engine compartment.
Luggage rack: It will loosen enough to rattle and make noise yet the nuts for the cross bars are still tight.
By GUEST
Submitted 2008-01-01 12:28:34
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Toyota Highlander?
I like the gas milage and relability that comes with toyota.
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I have a problem with my front tires wearing out to soon. I only have 20,000 miles on my front tires and now I need new ones.
By GUEST
Submitted 2007-10-29 12:27:04
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Toyota Highlander?
Excellent MPG with my V6, auto, FWD averaging 23 MPG. Nice car like ride.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Toyota Highlander?
As Toyota did with the 2008, more interior space, updated interior materials.
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Very good, I would buy it again anytime.
By GUEST
Submitted 2007-02-07 16:03:19
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Toyota Highlander?
I like thw many options such as 2 wheel and 4 wheel drivw and the two sizes of motors. I wish you had similar features available for a truck. I love the mileage the hybrids get and would love to have that with a truck.
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Toyota Highlander?
Make rear seating fold out of place to make for easy use for carrying large items
By GUEST
Submitted 2007-01-26 18:07:59
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Toyota Highlander?
everything
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Toyota Highlander?
more competitive pricing
By GUEST
Submitted 2006-11-28 16:08:24
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Toyota Highlander?
very little
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Toyota Highlander?
better steering and handling
By GUEST
Submitted 2006-11-22 07:00:26
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Pros: What do you like about 2006 Toyota Highlander?
It's an overall good vehicle. My wife really wanted one but says it has began to loose it's appeal after driving my new lease (not a toyota).
Cons: How would you improve 2006 Toyota Highlander?
In my opinion still has typical boring toyota design, they seem to be using cheaper feeling materials, and very average road feel. Pricey for what you get, but resale should be top notch (people will blindly pay-up, like us).
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My wife had to have a toyota because when she was shopping all of her friends mentioned them. I felt, and now she also believes, that other brands have not only better values but also better vehicles. Overall it is a nice vehicle, but we haven't experienced the infamous toyota build quality or reliability.
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