R-pod Owners Forum : Anyone using a Toyota Highlander http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : General non-pod discussion : Anyone using a Toyota Highlander Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:20:39 +0000 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 23:35:25 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=9572 R-pod Owners Forum http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ Anyone using a Toyota Highlander : We pull our 2017.5 179 with no... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9572&PID=90173#90173 Author: Steve 911
Subject: 9572
Posted: 29 Mar 2017 at 11:35pm

We pull our 2017.5 179 with no problem. Although I have to say, I haven't pulled over the Rockies yet..lol
Our TV is a 2016 Highlander AWD with factory tow pkg.  my problem is, I have to remember it's back there.  I find myself going faster than I want to sometimes on the freeway.  In time, I will find the sweet spot for my setup ...
Good luck
]]> Wed, 29 Mar 2017 23:35:25 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9572&PID=90173#90173 Anyone using a Toyota Highlander : You make a good point. I was getting... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9572&PID=90126#90126 Author: Swhalen2
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Posted: 29 Mar 2017 at 12:18pm

You make a good point. I was getting the AWD that can be locked in while towing but after reading your responses, will look around more. Thanks again.

Sean
]]> Wed, 29 Mar 2017 12:18:05 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9572&PID=90126#90126 Anyone using a Toyota Highlander : I didn't realize that the... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9572&PID=90123#90123 Author: TheBum
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Posted: 29 Mar 2017 at 11:46am

I didn't realize that the HL had gone to an 8-speed.

Unless you plan to go AWD, the Durango would be a better choice for towing because it's RWD. It also has a proper frame, not a unibody like the Highlander.]]> Wed, 29 Mar 2017 11:46:29 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9572&PID=90123#90123 Anyone using a Toyota Highlander : Thank you! The new Highlander... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9572&PID=90119#90119 Author: Swhalen2
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Posted: 29 Mar 2017 at 11:35am

Thank you! The new Highlander has an 8 speed transmission. Good information on the Durango.

Sean
]]> Wed, 29 Mar 2017 11:35:46 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9572&PID=90119#90119 Anyone using a Toyota Highlander : I can't speak for the current... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9572&PID=90114#90114 Author: TheBum
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Posted: 29 Mar 2017 at 10:20am

I can't speak for the current generation Highlanders, but we tow our 179 with a 2012 Highlander 3.5L V6 with tow package and it does a good job. The only times it has ever been incapable of maintaining the speed limit were on a couple of 9% grades in WV. It probably wouldn't have had a problem with a 171.

You might also take a look at the Dodge Durango. The V6 is in the same price range, has a few more HP, has an 8-speed transmission (the HL is only available with a 6-speed), gets about the same gas mileage, and has a 6500 pound tow rating. When it comes time to replace my wife's SUV, this is the vehicle I'm seriously considering.]]> Wed, 29 Mar 2017 10:20:14 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9572&PID=90114#90114 Anyone using a Toyota Highlander : We are looking for a new tow vehicle.... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9572&PID=90098#90098 Author: Swhalen2
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Posted: 29 Mar 2017 at 7:10am

We are looking for a new tow vehicle. We are considering a Toyota Highlander. Has anyone used or are using one currently and if so, how does it perform? We currently have a 171 and an 2002 F-150 and would like to use a SUV. Any suggestions?

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