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2009 Toyota Highlander

38 messages,  Last post on Aug 04, 2009 at 8:12 AM

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Re: Puzzled, puzzling... [wwest] by ecotrklvr
Feb 10, 2009 (2:23 pm)
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Replying to: wwest (Feb 05, 2009 3:21 pm)

I didn't know that Lexus had a DFI engine in the GS. Over 300 HP for 3.5L. Amazing. When I googled "Lexus 3.5L DFI" I found several posts in other sites' forums that complained about the clicking noise that the hi-pressure fuel system makes. Probably wouldn't bother you or me, especially if it gave me 2 or 3 more mpg. But I trust that Toyota is doing the conservative thing by putting this technology into low-volume production now, and we'll see it evolve and expand over time.
 
Do you have one? Do you notice any extra noise?
 
As far as the Highlander, it's going to get the 2.7L this year as well. It has the new Dual VVT-i. The upgrade to six-speed auto transmissions will help the off-the-line performance, and keep the revs down on the highway for maximum FE. The Venza also looks to have better aerodynamics as well.
 
I'm still waiting for Valvematic. That will eliminate the throttling valve and all its part-load losses.
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Any driven the 4 cyl yet? by kevinm
Feb 14, 2009 (12:37 pm)
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I test drove both the 4cyl and 6cyl in 2005 and did not like the 4cyl performance and noise, ended up buying 2005 6cyl. Very happy with it 4 years later.
 
Now time to upgrade my 13mpg Trooper and am very interested to hearing if any one has driven the 2009 4 cyl yet? I've seen a couple in the local internet inventories (DC Metro) but have not found any actual reviews yet online.
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2009 Toyota Sport Highlander 4x4 V6 Pricing by guapa
Feb 26, 2009 (5:23 pm)
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I've been searching for a good price of basic 2009 Sport Highlander 4x4 V6. The best I've found is $29600 + $250 documentation fee and + tax. I live in Ohio. Need some input or advice about the price.
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Re: 2009 Toyota Sport Highlander 4x4 V6 Pricing [guapa] by petepie
Feb 26, 2009 (5:56 pm)
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Replying to: guapa (Feb 26, 2009 5:23 pm)

I got a 09 Sport 4x4 with leather, sunroof, value package, tow prep, auto liftgate, for about $31,900 (includes freight), plus tax, tags, dealer add on ($100), total out the door in MD was $34200.
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Re: 2009 Toyota Sport Highlander 4x4 V6 Pricing [guapa] by steve_ HOST
Feb 26, 2009 (8:26 pm)
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Replying to: guapa (Feb 26, 2009 5:23 pm)

Check out the Toyota Highlander Prices Paid and Buying Experience discussion too.
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Re: Any driven the 4 cyl yet? [kevinm] by debbiearn1
Mar 02, 2009 (6:16 pm)
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Replying to: kevinm (Feb 14, 2009 12:37 pm)

I drove the 4cyl 2009 Highlander and it was a great ride. Quiet ride, good control on the road & good performance. You would never think it was 4 cyl.
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Re: 2009 Toyota Sport Highlander Pricing by debbiearn1
Mar 09, 2009 (6:11 am)
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Replying to: petepie (Feb 26, 2009 5:56 pm)

Does anyone know what price I might get (OTD) for 2009 4 cylinder base Highlander? Edmunds TMV is 23,589.
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Re: 2009 Toyota Sport Highlander Pricing [debbiearn1] by tidester HOST
Mar 09, 2009 (8:18 am)
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Replying to: debbiearn1 (Mar 09, 2009 6:11 am)

You should have a look at Toyota Highlander Prices Paid and Buying Experience.
 
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availability of 4 cylinder highlander w/3rd row? by steveinpa
Mar 23, 2009 (10:04 am)
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While highlander 4 cylinder w/3rd row seem readily available in the southeast (florida, texas), they don't seem to be available in the Philly area. Indeed the 4 cylinder highlanders seem few and far between here at all, and none of them has the third row. Does anyone know if this is intentional?
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Re: availability of 4 cylinder highlander w/3rd row? [steveinpa] by typesix
Mar 24, 2009 (6:07 am)
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Replying to: steveinpa (Mar 23, 2009 10:04 am)

To see whether Toyota will allow 4 cyl/w 3rd row for your area, go to Toyota website and build your own. It will ask for your zipcode and then display allowed models and options for your area. I found out when I bought my 2004 4cyl 2wd Highlander that Toyota would not allow 3rd row seat in my zipcode, if I plugged in a zipcode for a different geographical region, I could get a 4 cyl 3rd row.

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