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2008 Toyota Highlander 4WD 4dr Sport (SE)

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Toyota Highlander 4WD 4dr Sport (SE)
Toyota Highlander 4WD 4dr Sport (SE)
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$31,600
Base Invoice:
$28,124
Destination:
$795
Engine/Fuel:
3.5L/- TBD - Gas V6
Transmission:
5 Speed Automatic
Door/Body Style:
4 Door
Drive Type:
4-Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
17/23

Specifications

Vehicle
EPA Classification : Sport Utility Vehicle
Engine
Engine Order Code :
Engine Type : Gas V6
Displacement : 3.5L/- TBD -
Fuel System : EFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 270 @ 6200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 249 @ 4700
Transmission
Drivetrain : 4-Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code :
Trans Type : 5
Trans Description Cont. : Automatic
Trans Description Cont. Again :
First Gear Ratio (:1) : 4.24
Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 2.36
Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.52
Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 1.05
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) : 0.76
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Reverse Ratio (:1) : 3.38
Clutch Size (in) :
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 3.48
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High : - TBD -
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low : - TBD -
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 17
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 23
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : - TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 150
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 10.4
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 4255
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : 5000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 500
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : 5000
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 500
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front : Independent
Suspension Type - Rear : Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) :
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) :
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) : - TBD -
Brakes
Brake Type : Pwr
Brake ABS System : 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 12.9 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 12.2 x - TBD -
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) :
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) :
Tires
Front Tire Order Code :
Rear Tire Order Code :
Spare Tire Order Code :
Front Tire Size : P245/55R19
Rear Tire Size : P245/55R19
Spare Tire Size : P245/55R19
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) : 19 x 7.5
Rear Wheel Size (in) : 19 x 7.5
Spare Wheel Size (in) : 19 x 7.5
Front Wheel Material : Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material : Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material : Aluminum
Steering
Steering Type : Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : 17.1
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : 3.1
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 38.7
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : - TBD -
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 19.2
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in) : 109.8
Length, Overall (in) : 188.4
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 75.2
Height, Overall (in) : 69.3
Tread Width, Front (in) : 64.0
Tread Width, Rear (in) : 64.0
Min Ground Clearance (in) : 8.1
Rear Door Opening Height (in) : - TBD -
Rear Door Opening Width (in) : - TBD -
Liftover Height (in) : - TBD -
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in) : - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in) : - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in) : - TBD -
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in) : - TBD -
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) : - TBD -
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in) : - TBD -
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³) : 95.4
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³) : 42.3
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³) : 10.3
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 5
Passenger Volume (ft³) : 113.5
Front Head Room (in) : 39.7
Front Leg Room (in) : 43.2
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 59.7
Front Hip Room (in) : 56.7
Second Head Room (in) : 40.1
Second Leg Room (in) : 38.3
Second Shoulder Room (in) : 59.5
Second Hip Room (in) : 56.5
Third Head Room (in) :
Third Leg Room (in) :
Third Shoulder Room (in) :
Third Hip Room (in) :
Summary
Vehicle Name : Highlander
Body Style : 4 Door

Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATING
City 17/hwy 23 (3.5L engine/5-speed auto trans)
EXTERIOR
Dark silver-painted roof rails
Color-keyed sport-style rear spoiler w/integrated lamp
Silver-painted grille w/smoked chrome surround & inserts
Multi-reflector halogen headlamps w/auto on/off feature, smoked chrome headlamp bezels
Daytime running lamps
Integrated fog lamps
Color-keyed foldable pwr mirrors
Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wipers
Rear intermittent wiper
UV reduction glass windshield
Rear privacy glass
Rear glass hatch
INTERIOR
Cloth front captains chairs-inc: 8-way pwr driver seat, 4-way manual front passenger seat, 4-way active head restraints, seatback pockets
Cloth 40/20/40 2nd row fold-flat slide & recline seat-inc: Center Stow seat & console, one-touch right hand walk-in function, outboard armrests
Cloth 3rd row seat-inc: fold-flat into floor capability, folding headrests, (2) cupholders
Center console-inc: (6) cupholders, storage compartments, 2nd row seat vents
Leather-wrapped tilt/telescopic adjustable steering wheel w/audio & multi-function display controls
Engine immobilizer
Red-illuminated instrument cluster-inc: speedometer, tachometer, water temp, fuel, LCD odometer w/dual tripmeters
Warning lights-inc: seatbelt disconnect, airbag, door-ajar, battery, oil pressure, brake, VSC, ABS, check engine, maintenance indicator, low-fuel
3.5" multi-function display-inc: rear backup monitor, clock, outside temp, cruise info, warning messages, air conditioning
Direct tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
Pwr windows-inc: driver auto up/down, jam protection
Pwr door locks w/auto shifter activation
Cruise control
Remote keyless entry system
Remote hood & fuel filler door releases
Manual defroster-linked air conditioning w/air filter
Rear window defogger
AM/FM stereo w/6-disc in-dash CD changer-inc: (6) speakers, satellite radio capability, MP3/WMA playback, aux audio input jack
In-glass antenna w/FM diversity reception
Silver-tone interior trim
12V aux pwr outlets-inc: (2) front, (1) cargo area
Overhead console-inc: map lights, conversation mirror
Dual visors-inc: illuminated vanity mirros, sliding extensions
Illuminated entry
2nd row reading lamps
Leather-wrapped shift knob w/silver-tone inlay
Cargo area 2nd row seat one-touch fold-flat levers
Cargo area tonneau cover
MECHANICAL
3.5L DOHC 24-valve VVT-i V6 engine
5-speed ECT-i automatic transmission
Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) w/cutoff switch
Traction control (TRAC)
Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)
Downhill Assist Control (DAC)
Full-time 4-wheel drive
4-wheel sport tuned independent Macpherson strut suspension
Front & rear stabilizer bars
P245/55R19 all-season tires
Full-size spare w/aluminum wheel
19" x 7.5" 5-spoke aluminum alloy wheels w/dark silver-painted accents
Electric pwr rack & pinion steering w/pwr assist (EPS)
Pwr ventilated front/solid rear disc brakes
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) w/brake assist
Electronic Brake-force distribution (EBD)
Chrome exhaust tip
SAFETY
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) w/brake assist
Driver & front passenger advanced airbag system
Driver & front passenger front seat-mounted side airbags
3-row roll-sensing side curtain airbags
Drivers knee airbag
3-point shoulder belts in all seating positions-inc: drivers emergency locking retractor (ELR), automatic locking retractor (ALR) & emergency locking retractor (ELR) for all passenger positions
Front seatbelt pretensioners w/force limiters, adjustable belt anchors
Child restraint system (CRS) top tether anchors for all rear seating positions
ISO-FIX child restraint system (CRS) anchors for outboard seating positions
Child protector rear door locks
Traction control (TRAC)
Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) w/cutoff switch
Front & rear energy-absorbing crumple zones
Side-impact door beams
Daytime running lamps

Optional Extras

NO OPTION KIND
** PRICES SHOWN ARE THOSE DISTRIBUTED BY SOUTHEAST TOYOTA DISTRIBUTORS-THESE PRICES ARE VALID ONLY IN THE STATES OF ALABAMA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, NORTH CAROLINA AND SOUTH CAROLINA **
COLD WEATHER PKG -inc: heated pwr exterior mirrors, windshield wiper de-icer grid
3RD ROW SEAT DELETE -inc: carpeted storage compartment (N/A w/LA Leather Seat Trim, QM or QR Air Conditioning) *CREDIT*
AM/FM STEREO W/CASSETTE/IN-DASH 6-DISC CD CHANGER -inc: (9) JBL speakers, Bluetooth (N/A w/NV Navigation System)
REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM -inc: DVD player, 9" display, (2) wireless headsets, 115V pwr outlet, RCA input jacks (REQ: SR Sunroof)
HOMELINK GARAGE DOOR OPENER
LEATHER SEAT TRIM -inc: heated seats
1ST & 2ND ROW LEATHER SEAT TRIM -inc: heated seats (REQ: SD 3rd Row Delete)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM -inc: JBL AM/FM stereo w/4-disc in-dash CD changer, satellite radio capability, MP3/WMA playback, (9) speakers w/subwoofer, Bluetooth hands-free phone capability
PWR REAR HATCH W/JAM PROTECTION
ANTI-THEFT ALARM W/ENGINE IMMOBILIZER
DUAL FRONT AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING -inc: air filter
MANUAL REAR AIR CONDITIONING
AUTOMATIC REAR AIR CONDITIONING (REQ: QC Front Auto Air Conditioning)
PWR TILT & SLIDE MOONROOF W/SUNSHADE
TOW PKG -inc: 5000 lb. towing capacity, HD radiator w/engine oil cooler, 200-watt fan coupling, trans oil cooler w/water cooler, 150-amp alternator, prewired harness
** VARIOUS ADDITIONAL POST PRODUCTION OPTIONS MAY BE AVAILABLE IN YOUR AREA **
REAR BUMPER PROTECTOR (PPO)
BLUECONNECT HANDS-FREE PHONE SYSTEM (N/A w/NV Navigation System) (PPO)
ROOF RACK CROSS BARS (PPO)
CHROME EXHAUST TIP (PPO)
DROP HITCH RECEIVER (PPO)
DROP HITCH RECEIVER (PPO) *NO LONGER FACTORY ORDERABLE-SEE DEALER FOR CURRENT AVAILABILITY*
DROP HITCH RECEIVER (PPO) *NO LONGER FACTORY ORDERABLE-SEE DEALER FOR CURRENT AVAILABILITY*
WOODGRAIN DASH & TRIM (PPO)
10" DVD ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM -inc: 10.4" overhead screen, hand held remote, video DVD player w/game input, (2) wireless headphones, TV tuner (PPO)
10" DVD ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM -inc: 10.4" overhead screen, hand held remote, video DVD player w/game input, (2) wireless headphones, TV tuner (REQ: SR Sunroof) (PPO)
9" DVD ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM -inc: 9" overhead screen, hand held remote, video DVD player w/game input, (2) wireless headphones, TV tuner (REQ: SR Moonroof) (PPO)
DVD ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM -inc: 9" overhead screen, hand held remote, video DVD player w/game input, (2) wireless headphones, TV tuner (PPO)
DVD HEADREST ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (PPO)
46 POINT FINAL QUALITY INSPECTION (PPO)
DIGITAL 46 POINT FINAL QUALITY INSPECTION (PPO)
(2) WIRELESS HEADPHONES (PPO) *NO LONGER FACTORY ORDERABLE-SEE DEALER FOR CURRENT AVAILABILITY*
INTERIOR LIGHTS (PPO) *NO LONGER FACTORY ORDERABLE-SEE DEALER FOR CURRENT AVAILABILITY*
1ST & 2ND ROW LEATHER FACED SEATS (REQ: SD 3rd Row Seat Delete) (N/A w/PE Pwr Driver Seat) (PPO)
1ST, 2ND & 3RD ROW LEATHER FACED SEATS (N/A w/SD 3rd Row Seat Delete) (PPO)
1ST & 2ND ROW LEATHER FACED SEATS W/FRONT HEATED SEATS (N/A w/PE Pwr Driver Seat) (PPO)
1ST, 2ND & 3RD ROW LEATHER FACED SEATS W/FRONT HEATED SEATS (N/A w/SD 3rd Row Seat Delete) (PPO)
FACTORY WHEEL LOCKS (PPO)
COLOR-KEYED SIDE BODY MOLDING (PPO)
CARGO NET (PPO)
CARGO NET (PPO) *NO LONGER FACTORY ORDERABLE-SEE DEALER FOR CURRENT AVAILABILITY*
PARK PILOT W/BLACK MOLDED SENSORS (PPO)
3-ROW CARPETED FLOOR MATS W/CARGO MAT (N/A w/SD 3rd Row Seat Delete) (PPO)
2-ROW CARPETED FLOOR MATS W/CARGO MAT (REQ: SD 3rd Row Seat Delete) (PPO)
3-ROW ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS W/CARGO MAT (N/A w/SD 3rd Row Seat Delete) (PPO)
2-ROW ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS W/CARGO MAT (REQ: SD 3rd Row Seat Delete) (PPO)
REMOTE ENGINE START & SECURITY SYSTEM (PPO)
REMOTE ENGINE START (PPO)
REMOTE SECURITY SYSTEM (PPO)
REMOTE SECURITY SYSTEM (PPO) *NO LONGER FACTORY ORDERABLE-SEE DEALER FOR CURRENT AVAILABILITY*
PORTABLE NAVIGATION SYSTEM (PPO) *NO LONGER FACTORY ORDERABLE-SEE DEALER FOR CURRENT AVAILABILITY*
XM SATELLITE TUNER W/ANTENNA (PPO) *NO LONGER FACTORY ORDERABLE-SEE DEALER FOR CURRENT AVAILABILITY*
XM TUNER W/ANTENNA -inc: (6) month service subscription (PPO)
ACCENT STRIPE (PPO)
COLOR-KEYED FENDER FLARES (PPO)
ILLUMINATED COLOR KEYED RUNNING BOARDS (PPO)
RUNNING BOARDS (PPO)
WINDOW TINT -inc: UV rating of 98.5% - 99.0% (PPO)
(6) GALLONS OF GAS (PPO)
HIGHLANDER MAKE IT MINE PKG #1 -inc: rear bumper protector, color-keyed bodyside molding, running boards (N/A w/TL8 Lighted Running Boards, ZU7 or ZU8 Fender Flare/Running Board Pkgs) (PPO)
HIGHLANDER MAKE IT MINE PKG #2 -inc: color-keyed fender flares, running boards, park pilot (N/A w/TL8 Lighted Running Boards, ZU7 or ZU8 Fender Flare/Running Board Pkgs) (PPO)
HIGHLANDER MAKE IT MINE PKG #3 -inc: molded woodgrain dash, leather faced seats, fender flares, color-keyed running boards w/mudguards (N/A LA9, LH8, LH9 Leather Seats, TR1 Running Boards, ZU7 or ZU8 Fender Flare/Running Board Pkgs) (PPO)
TOYOGUARD PROTECTION GROUP -inc: exterior paint sealant, interior protector, undercoating & sound seal, VIN glass etching protection, sealant cleaner (PPO)
TOYOGUARD PLUS PROTECTION GROUP -inc: roadside assistance, rental car assistance, no charge first oil change, emergency towing, VIN glass etching protection, exterior paint sealant, undercoating & sound seal, sealant cleaner, interior protector (PPO)
COLOR-KEYED FENDER FLARES & STEP BOARD (PPO)
LIGHTED RUNNING BOARDS W/FENDER FLARES (N/A w/TG1 Color-Keyed Fender Flares) (PPO)
Model Option
SOUTHEAST TOYOTA ADMIN FEE
Emission System
50-STATE EMISSIONS
Seat Trim
CLOTH SEAT TRIM (STD)
LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: LA or LP Leather Trim)
LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: LA8 or LA9 Leather Seats or LH8 or LH9 Leather Seats w/Front Heated Seats)
Paint Type
SOLID PAINT (STD)
SPECIAL PAINT

Warranty and Incentives

Warranty
Basic:
3 Years/36,000 Miles

Drivetrain:
5 Years/60,000 Miles

Corrosion:
5 Years/Unlimited Miles
Recall
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
08V181000

Mfg's Report Date:
APR 18, 2008

Component:
SEAT BELTS:REAR

Potential Number Of Units Affected:
90189

Summary:
TOYOTA IS RECALLING 90,189 MY 2008 HIGHLANDER AND HIGHLANDER HYBRID PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A THIRD ROW SEAT. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." THE NON-DRIVER DESIGNATED SEATING POSITIONS (DSP) ON THESE VEHICLES IS EQUIPPED WITH SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES THAT HAVE A FEATURE THAT CONVERTS THE RETRACTOR FROM AN EMERGENCY LOCKING RETRACTOR (ELR) TO AN AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR (ALR). THE BELTS CONVERT TO THE ALR MODE AFTER THE WEBBING HAS BEEN FULLY WITHDRAWN FROM THE RETRACTOR. THE SYSTEM IS DESIGNED SO THAT AS THE BELT IS RELEASED INTO THE RETRACTOR, THE SYSTEM REMAINS IN THE ALR MODE SO THAT A CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM (CRS) CAN BE TIGHTLY SECURED.

Consequence:
HOWEVER, FOR THE TWO THIRD ROW DSP'S ON THESE VEHICLES, THE ALR MODE DEACTIVATES BEFORE THE WEBBING IS FULLY RETRACTED, SO THAT IT WILL NOT LOCK WHEN CERTAIN REAR-FACING CRS'S THAT HAVE A SHORT SEAT BELT ROUTING PATH ARE INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE. THIS CAN ALLOW THE SEAT BELT WEBBING TO SPOOL OUT DURING NORMAL DRIVING MANEUVERS, WHICH COULD AFFECT THE STABILITY OF A CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLED AT THOSE SEATING POSITIONS. AS SUCH, THIS COULD DISCOURAGE THE USE OF A CHILD RESTRAINT AND IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD MAY NOT BE ADEQUATELY PROTECTED POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURY.

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEWLY DESIGNED SEAT BELT COMPONENT FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
News - Crash Test Results
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS:

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: * * * * * Passenger: * * * *

Side crash ratings:
Driver: * * * * * Rear Passenger: * * * * *

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING: * * * *

The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).
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