2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Safety Review [ 2007 ]

#2

in Affordable Midsize SUVs

Based on analysis of 57 Highlander-Hybrid reviews and test drives.

MSRP: $34,200 - $40,450
Invoice: $30,780 - $36,202
MPG: 27 City / 25 Hwy
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U.S.News Scores
Overall:8.8
Performance:8.1
Exterior:5.6
Interior:7.7
Safety:9.5
Reliability:9.0
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Safety - What the Auto Press Says

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has not tested the hybrid, but gives the gasoline-powered Highlander a top score of "Good" in frontal offset tests and names it a "Top Safety Pick."

  • "The Hybrid, like all other 2008 Highlanders, comes with dual advanced front airbags, seat-mounted front airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, and a driver's knee airbag." -- The Auto Channel
  • "Safety features on all models include ... active front headrests, tire-pressure monitor, antilock brakes, traction control, antiskid control, and hill-start assist." -- New Car Test Drive
Review Last Updated: 7/31/08