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Mar 30, 2006 | 09:10 AM

MSMLexIS

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New Highlander Sport

http://www.toyota.com/images/vehicle...high_sport.pdf

Looks pretty interesting and offers an optional sport suspension.

Mar 30, 2006 | 11:52 AM

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zzzzzzzzz...

I'm hoping the redesign will bring a substantial update to the Highlander's *boring* exterior. My dad will be in the market for midsize SUV in a year or so, and he seems to be leaning toward the Korean offerings.

Mar 30, 2006 | 12:05 PM

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It's funny how Toyota labels it as an "All-New" 2006 Highlander Sport.

Come on, Toyota. Exactly who do you think is going to buy this "sport" thingy, when a truly all-new RAV4 with the new 3.5L V6 not only performs sporty but actually looks sporty, with also a 3rd-row seat to boot?

By abusing the "Sport" badge like this they're ruining the sporty image of the brand even further.

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Mar 30, 2006 | 01:50 PM

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I love how a couple badges makes it a "Sport" model

Mar 30, 2006 | 02:37 PM

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I wonder if I put ///M or ///AMG badges on my RX, it'd make it go faster!

Mar 30, 2006 | 02:46 PM

XeroK00L

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I bet this is what inspired Toyota to release the Highlander Sport, aka the Droopy Pants Commemoration Edition.

Mar 30, 2006 | 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by KVA

I love how a couple badges makes it a "Sport" model

Don't forget the extra inch in wheel diameter. It adds 40 hp...

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Mar 30, 2006 | 06:22 PM

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LOL, what is different

Mar 30, 2006 | 07:14 PM

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How is the 3.3 only making 215hp?

Mar 30, 2006 | 08:11 PM

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"Highlander Sport" - an oxymoron.

Mar 31, 2006 | 08:02 AM

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It has a sportier looking exterior for the women buying it thats all they really need. I just found it interesting that it has anavailable sport suspension.