2005 Toyota Highlander for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.7 to 12.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 6 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.7 to 12.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 6
For sale
We do not have a 2005 Toyota Highlander for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2005 Toyota Highlander specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.4L 4-cylinder | 2.4L 4-cylinder | 3.3L 6-cylinder | 3.3L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.4 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 251 g/km | 263 g/km | 291 g/km | 291 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $16.59 | $17.36 | $19.22 | $19.22 |
2005 Toyota Highlander: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.4 L | 2.4 L | 3.3 L | 3.3 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 19 | 19 | 16 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 25 | 23 | 22 | 23 |
| MPG combined (US) | 22 | 21 | 19 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 26 | 25 | 23 | 23 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,050 | US$3,200 | US$3,550 | US$3,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,318 | $3,472 | $3,844 | $3,844 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2005 Toyota Highlander
- NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 225 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train (54), vehicle speed control (40) and steering (27). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16V396000 | 2016-06-02 | seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler | Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and... |
| 11V539000 | 2011-11-09 | engine and engine cooling | TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 AVALON VEHICLES; 2004 AND 2005 CAMRY, CAMRY SOLARA, HIGHLANDER, AND SIENNA VEHICLES, 2006 HIGHLANDER HYBRID; 2004 AND 2005 LEXUS ES330 AND RX330; AND 2006 LEXUS RX400H VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 1, 2004 THROUGH MARCH 31, 2005, EQUIPPED WITH THE 1MZ-FE OR 3MZ-FE... |
| 11V112000 | 2011-02-24 | vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal | TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER HYBRID, AND MODEL YEAR 2004-2007 LEXUS RX330, RX350, AND RX400H VEHICLES. IF THE FORWARD RETENTION CLIP USED TO SECURE THE FLOOR CARPET COVER, WHICH IS LOCATED IN FRONT OF THE CENTER CONSOLE, IS NOT INSTALLED PROPERLY THE COVER MAY LEAN TOWARD... |
| 10V499000 | 2010-10-21 | service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder | TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 AVALON, MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 HIGHLANDER, MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 LEXUS RX, AND MODEL YEAR 2006 LEXUS GS AND IS VEHICLES. BRAKE FLUID CONTAINING POLYMERS IS USED THAT ACTS AS LUBRICANTS FOR CERTAIN BRAKE SYSTEM COMPONENTS. IF REPLACEMENT BRAKE FLUID IS USED THAT DOES NOT... |
| 10V035000 | 2010-02-03 | equipment:other:labels | GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION... |
| 06V253000 | 2006-07-13 | vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal | ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY AND HYBRID VEHICLES, THE TWO RETAINING CLIPS FOR THE DRIVER'S SIDE FORWARD CENTER CONSOLE CAN BECOME LOOSE. IF BOTH CLIPS SEPARATE FROM THE FLOOR CARPET COVER, THE COVER MAY LEAN TOWARD THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, CAUSING INTERFERENCE WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ROD. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2005 Toyota Highlander
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2005 Toyota Highlander; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. Before buying the 2005 Toyota Highlander, read what the figures say and how to try one first.
What to check on the Highlander
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Owners filed 225 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train, vehicle speed control and steering; have those parts checked. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN.
The numbers in plain words
Under the hood: the 2.4L 4-cylinder and front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
By the EPA's combined rating of 10.7 L/100 km, 300 km takes about 32 litres. At our price setting, 1,000 km costs about $165.90. The EPA estimates US$3,050 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Good uses for the Highlander
It suits winter trips and weekends with more gear than people. It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one.
What the Highlander is like
As an SUV, it sits higher than a sedan, which makes getting in and loading easier.
A longer test drive
Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. Rent the Highlander first, and buy only if it fits your life. Rent the Highlander for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.
Narrowing it down
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
What it costs to run
The EPA estimates US$3,050 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $16.59 in fuel. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Want a price?
Tell us the model and the dates, and we reply with an offer.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2005 Toyota Highlander from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2005 Toyota Highlander for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2005 Toyota Highlander
Does CarmaCars sell the 2005 Toyota Highlander?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2005 Toyota Highlander before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2005 Toyota Highlander have recalls?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2005 Toyota Highlander cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,050 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3318.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.