2009 Toyota Highlander

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Exterior - What the Auto Press Says

The Highlander's exterior, redesigned last year, is perceived as bland at best and doesn't receive many criticisms or compliments. 

• "On the outside, the Highlander features more aggressive and muscular styling." -- Car and Driver
• "The Highlander has an anonymous look that Hyundai's vehicles are notorious for." -- Automobile Magazine
• "With its creased headlights, flashy grille and characterless bumper, the Highlander seems a bit too slick -- like a convenience store shopper who won't take off his sunglasses." -- Cars.com
• "When it comes to exterior styling, the new Highlander is an odd assembly of influences." -- CNET
• "From the outside, the new Highlander has matured. The previous generation's nondescript exterior was as exciting as a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Now, it's vanilla with sprinkles. No Sanders hot fudge just yet, but it's better." -- Detroit News