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May 05, 2009 - Charlotte, NC: About the 2008 Toyota Highlander - The 2008 Toyota Highlander is a midsize crossover SUV that comes fully redesigned for more power, more room and more convenience. It is a favorable SUV for families with its capacity to accommodate seven passengers in three rows of seating.
This Toyota SUV is available in three distinct model grades -- base, Sport and Limited -- all of which are available with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive (AWD). This second-generation Highlander is significantly larger than the original. Built on the platform of the current-generation Camry, the 2008 Highlander has increased size and is longer, wider and taller than the previous year’s models.
All the three trims of 2008 Highlander get power from a burly and fuel-efficient 3.5liter V6 engine that pumps out 270 hp and 248 pound-feet of torque. The engine is paired to a standard five-speed automatic transmission and runs on 87 octane fuel.
2008 Highlander is equipped with one of the highest level of standard convenience and safety features in the small and midsize SUV segments. Even base the base trim comes well-equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels, a fold-flat third-row seat, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, air-conditioning, a CD stereo with an auxiliary input jack, full power accessories, privacy glass, antilock disc brakes, stability and traction control, and hill-start assist. The 2008 Highlander’s interior is more accommodating as the first- and second-row seats have grown noticeably in all directions. Overall, the 2008 Toyota Highlander is a practical, easy-to-drive family vehicle.
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