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Good day Nairalanders.

I am considering getting a 2012 Toyota Highlander and would really appreciate honest feedback from people who currently own one or have used one extensively.

I currently drive a 2011 Toyota Camry, so I would especially like to know how the Highlander compares in the following areas:

1. How reliable has the 2012 Highlander been for you, especially with Nigerian roads and conditions?

2. How much should I realistically expect to spend on regular maintenance compared with a Camry?

3. Are parts readily available in Nigeria, and are they reasonably priced? Are there any expensive parts I should be particularly concerned about?

4. How does the Highlander's fuel consumption compare with a 2011 Camry in normal city driving and highway driving?

5. What problems have you experienced with your Highlander.

6. If you had the opportunity to buy again, would you still choose the 2008 - 2013 Highlander?

Thanks in advance. I would really appreciate honest feedback, both positive and negative.

KingsPath:
Good day Nairalanders.

I am considering getting a 2012 Toyota Highlander and would really appreciate honest feedback from people who currently own one or have used one extensively.

I currently drive a 2011 Toyota Camry, so I would especially like to know how the Highlander compares in the following areas:

1. How reliable has the 2012 Highlander been for you, especially with Nigerian roads and conditions?

2. How much should I realistically expect to spend on regular maintenance compared with a Camry?

3. Are parts readily available in Nigeria, and are they reasonably priced? Are there any expensive parts I should be particularly concerned about?

4. How does the Highlander's fuel consumption compare with a 2011 Camry in normal city driving and highway driving?

5. What problems have you experienced with your Highlander.

6. If you had the opportunity to buy again, would you still choose the 2008 - 2013 Highlander?

Thanks in advance. I would really appreciate honest feedback, both positive and negative.

Well, I recently sourced one for a client and I can tell you for a fact that it’s a solid buy if due diligence as been done
- it’s pretty much durable on Nigerian roads has a very good ground clearance.
- it depends really because the Camry could be a v6 which means similar maintenance. E.g for a typical oil change you’d need 6l of engine oil rather then 5 liters a typical Camry with 4 cylinder would take, not too bad really
- parts are readily available but parts like engine and gearbox are very expensive if issues arises at the same time they are very durable and issues woukd creep up only if the user doesn’t maintain it properly
- fueling would be considerably higher compared to a Camry ( not astronomically high though for it purpose it’s pretty fair )
- common problems I’ve seen is overheating and that can be avoided, another problem not too common and would affect the pre facelift models is a rubber oil supply hose near the oil filter canister that ruptures and can lead to loss of oil pressure and a catastrophic engine failure, the latter years where corrected with a metal pipe though
Lastly it’s a very good buy for someone in need of practicality and I could actually even be of service to source, do pre purchase inspections and even help with vehicle registrations, thank you

Thank you so much for your excellent contributions. This is kindly appreciated.

Your last line is also noted.

Louiscars:
Well, I recently sourced one for a client and I can tell you for a fact that it’s a solid buy if due diligence as been done
- it’s pretty much durable on Nigerian roads has a very good ground clearance.
- it depends really because the Camry could be a v6 which means similar maintenance. E.g for a typical oil change you’d need 6l of engine oil rather then 5 liters a typical Camry with 4 cylinder would take, not too bad really
- parts are readily available but parts like engine and gearbox are very expensive if issues arises at the same time they are very durable and issues woukd creep up only if the user doesn’t maintain it properly
- fueling would be considerably higher compared to a Camry ( not astronomically high though for it purpose it’s pretty fair )
- common problems I’ve seen is overheating and that can be avoided, another problem not too common and would affect the pre facelift models is a rubber oil supply hose near the oil filter canister that ruptures and can lead to loss of oil pressure and a catastrophic engine failure, the latter years where corrected with a metal pipe though
Lastly it’s a very good buy for someone in need of practicality and I could actually even be of service to source, do pre purchase inspections and even help with vehicle registrations, thank you

KingsPath:
Thank you so much for your excellent contributions. This is kindly appreciated.

Your last line is also noted.

You’re highly welcome sir