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Old 02-07-2006, 08:25 PM   #1
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We just purchased a 2006 2720SL (March delivery date) and plan to tow it with a 2005 Toyota Highlander V6 w/tow package. Now I'm having second thoughts!! Any others out there who tow with a Highlander? Your feedback would be appreciated!
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Old 02-07-2006, 08:51 PM   #2
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We just purchased a 2006 2720SL (March delivery date) and plan to tow it with a 2005 Toyota Highlander V6 w/tow package. Now I'm having second thoughts!! Any others out there who tow with a Highlander? Your feedback would be appreciated!
PS - This forum has been a great help! Thank you all!
Do a search on "Highlander"...you should find a lot of prior comment. Also search on the equivalent Lexus model (LX300 or LX 330?).

Basically, the Highlander is marginal...probably OK for low altitude, flat terrain (east coast, midwest) but will work very hard on mountain roads. Especially western mountain roads. How heavily you load your trailer and vehicle will make a big difference in your towing experience.
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Old 02-07-2006, 11:07 PM   #3
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Default Highlander discussion.....

.....from the past is here:

http://www.trailmanorowners.com/foru...ght=Highlander

It's a fairly complete discussion. We yak, you decide!


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Old 02-08-2006, 05:27 PM   #4
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I would tend to agree with RockyMtnRay, since he's talking mountain towing. You don't say where you'll be driving, but here in Michigan, the midwest and the east-coast, I find the Highlander to handle just fine. Of course the 2619 does weigh a little less than your model. Make sure to tap the Overdrive disengage button when towing.

Rather than have second thoughts, put on a hitch and try it! The trans-cooler is already there as well as most of the wiring. The Draw-Tite trailer hitch that is custom made for the Highlander is great, easy to install and in the worst case, you can use it for attaching a bike carrier. Don't skimp on the other components of a WDH though, you'll probably need it even if you change Tow vehicles.
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Old 03-03-2006, 07:08 PM   #5
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Well...we did it! We decided to just go for it, since most of our trips for the next few years will be within Ohio...so we'll see how the Highlander tows...and go from there! Anyway, our 2720SD was ordered today...and we should be picking it up toward the end of the month! Thanks very much for all your input...this forum is great!! Although I often feel overwhelmed by all the info contained within!!! Happy Camping!!
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Old 03-04-2006, 08:27 PM   #6
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