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The new Ford Freestar is not a great minivan, but it has a great fold-flat third-row seat and really good flip-forward middle-row captain's chairs. |
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| 2008 2009 Toyota Highlander |
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full-size, eight-passenger 2008 2009 Toyota Highlander comes only one way -- loaded
up. It has a car like unibody design, which leads to better handling, less
cabin noise, improved crash worthiness and easier entry and exit for
passengers. Body-on-frame designs still have advantages as they are more
rugged and better suited for towing. The Highlander, in contrast, is meant for
people who like the image and versatility of an SUV but prioritize the ride,
handling and comfort of a sedan. Think
of the Highlander as a kind of oversize Camry wagon that went clothes shopping
at REI, and you've got the general idea. While these competitors continue to
have their own advantages over the Highlander -- more power, more interior
room, more style and more personality -- Toyota has made a number of changes
for 2008 2009 that make this utility vehicle an overall desirable package. |
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| 2008 2009 Toyota Highlander |
| Even in its fourth year on the market, the Highlander (especially in base trim) offers one of the best values for the target crossover buyer -- which we figure as the family who really only needs five seating positions, a generous cargo hold and all-weather capability for occasional snow and ice during the winter months. Sure, maybe the styling isn't the most daring, but Country Squires weren't exactly the epitome of style in their day, either. If you're shopping for a family vehicle and thinking about a truck-based midsize SUV, it's likely that a more efficient car-based SUV would suit you just as well. Although you should definitely explore all your options in this segment, the Highlander offers a well-rounded package for the average buyer. The 2008 2009 2009 Toyota Highlander offers some of the best on-road performance of any truck in this segment. Its long wheelbase contributes to a supple ride that is well damped at all four corners, and its steering is nicely balanced and weighted for such a heavy vehicle. The 2008 2009 2009 Toyota Highlander is able to tackle the hardest terrain without breaking a sweat. What's more, this ability doesn't hamper the truck's level of control and ease of operation on the freeway and two-lane roads. |
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 The 2008 2009 Toyota Highlander faces stiff competition from the newly redesigned Lincoln Navigator, the BMW X5 and the Cadillac and GMC luxo-utes from General Motors. Some may offer better value and more size for the dollar, and others might perform brilliantly on the highway, but not one of them is able to beat this capable Toyota where true truck buyers think it matters -- in the bush. The highlights include four-wheel drive, leather seating, power and heated front seats, a JBL in-dash six-disc CD audio system, a moonroof
and separate automatic climate control systems for front and
rear passengers. On the short factory options list, you'll find
a roof rack and running board package, a DVD-based navigation
system with rearview backup camera, 18-inch wheels and a side
and head curtain airbag package. A rear-seat DVD entertainment
system is available from the dealer. Power comes from a
4.7-liter V8 that generates 235 horsepower and 320 pound-feet of
torque. While certainly not the most powerful engine in this
class, The 2008 2009 Toyota Highlander smooth acceleration satisfies,
and passing maneuvers are quite easy. |
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