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Used 2005 Toyota Highlander

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2025
2005
Horsepower
230 hp
Seating
5 - 7
Cargo Volume
80.6 cu ft
Engine
2 engines available
Engine Options
  • 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter
  • V6, 3.3 Liter
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2005 Toyota Highlander Overview

2005 Toyota Highlander Pricing

2005 Toyota Highlander pricing starts at $5,212 for the Highlander Sport Utility 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $25,705 when new. The range-topping 2005 Highlander Limited Sport Utility 4D starts at $5,740 today, originally priced from $30,545.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
Sport Utility 4D
$25,705
$5,212
$30,545
$5,740

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2005 Toyota Highlander models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Highlander Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Toyota Highlander (2001-2007) a 4.7 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 95% recommend it. These figures are based on 923 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 2005 Toyota Highlander

"The most trouble free car I have owned"

"I am a Toyota technician for the past 20+ years so I see it all. Lack of maintenance through kids abusing vehicles. This model 2003 Highlander V6 Limited, has almost no recalls and/or issues. I have 225,000 miles on mine and I have kept the maintenance up regularly. It has never left me on the side of the road or given me an ounce of trouble. Only things I have had to replace over time were the B1S1 and B2S1 (A/F oxygen sensors) and the temp control blend door servo. I haven't had to repeatedly replace them either. I would recommend this model to anyone looking for a midsize SUV with decent HP. I will say the allwheel drive models are heavier and you can feel it when driving them."

"excellent investment"

"best car I have ever owned. if taken well care of, with proper maintenance, continues to run like near brand new off the dealers lot. body and interior has held up so well too. always reliable, only one "surprise" which was the "idle air adjustment valve" went at approx 280k miles. my mechanic believes I will easily get up to 400k on this car then we plan to put in a factory rebuilt engine when the day comes this one has had enough......this car is a great investment"

"My first car, I got me through college"

"I got this car from my dad, he didn't give all the maintenance on time. But, this car somehow always performed great. This car is the definition of reliability. No problems with the transmission, engine or electronics. This car can run forever."

Overall 2005 Toyota Highlander Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2005 Toyota Highlander is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2005 Toyota Highlander quality a 4.8 out of 5.

2005 Toyota Highlander Reliability

The 2005 Toyota Highlander receives an average consumer rating of 4.7 overall and a 4.8 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 2005 Highlander Features

According to drivers of the 2005 Highlander, here are some of its best features:

  • Smooth, strong, quiet and trouble free
  • Great investment
  • Reliability
  • Great reliability, drives like a car not a SUV.
  • Dependable, Fun to Drive , Will never let you down

2005 Highlander Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 2005 Toyota Highlander front-side driver crash test rating is 5 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 5 out of 5.

2005 Toyota Highlander Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Traction Control
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Rear Parking Sensors
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2005 Toyota Highlander
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.7
Consumer Rating
Based on 923 Consumer Reviews
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Value
4.7
Performance
4.7
Quality
4.8
Comfort
4.7
Reliability
4.8
Styling
4.7

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2005 Toyota Highlander Styles

Style
Price
Horsepower
Seating
Cargo Capacity
Engine
Towing Capacity
Curb Weight
Drivetrain
Sport Utility 4D
$5,212
230 @ 5800 RPM
7
80.6 cu ft
V6, 3.3 Liter
3500 lbs
3935 lbs
AWD
Limited Sport Utility 4D
$5,740
230 @ 5800 RPM
5
80.6 cu ft
V6, 3.3 Liter
3500 lbs
3935 lbs
AWD
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2005 Toyota Highlander Depreciation

A 2005 Toyota Highlander has depreciated $1,413 or 24% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $4,265 and trade-in value of $2,123.

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2005 Toyota Highlander Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
$839
$5,678
$3,891
2023
$504
$5,174
$2,978
2024
$643
$4,531
$2,212
Now
$266
$4,265
$2,123
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

2005 Toyota Highlander Depreciation

Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.


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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3935 lbs.
EPA Passenger
104.7 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior
144.4 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
19.1 gallons
Front Head Room
40.0 inches
Front Leg Room
40.7 inches
Max Seating Capacity
7
Minimum Ground Clearance
7.3 inches
Overall Length
184.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room
57.9 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
3500 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
80.6 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
37.4 feet
Wheel Base
106.9 inches
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
5360 lbs.
Payload Capacity
1425 lbs.
Width with mirrors
71.9 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors
Privacy Glass
Available
Roof Rails
Available

Mechanical

Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission Type
Automatic
Recommended Fuel
Regular

Performance

Horsepower
230 @ 5800 RPM
Torque
242 @ 4400 rpm
Engine
V6, 3.3 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / Unlimited miles

Comfort & Convenience

  • Climate Control Air Conditioning

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Third Row Seat
  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Navigation System

2005 Toyota Highlander Safety

2005 Toyota Highlander Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Traction Control
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Rear Parking Sensors
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Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
5.0
Passenger Front
5.0
Front Side
5.0
Rear Side
5.0
Rollover Rating
4.0

2005 Toyota Highlander Rankings

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FAQs

Is 2005 a good year for a Toyota Highlander?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.7 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2005 Highlander is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

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Owners of the vehicle give it 4.7 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2005 Highlander is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

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