Toyota Highlander Mods & Upgrades

I purchased these for my 2006 Highlander with the desire to try and match the color scheme of the vehicle. Also, I didn't want to ruin the factory mats with the salt, grit and grime that you get in the winter months. The fit was perfect and they look good installed. I really like the raised edge lip which will hold in all the dirt. The only problem I had was installing the screws into the carpet. Some of the screws did not want to "catch" the carpet and kept working their way loose. I think some other type of "grip" method should be used for these mats which would make them easier to install. Other than this I'm satisfied.

Headrest details are not of same excellent quality as seat covers. Lacks cover for center console. Install the seat bottoms first (ignore instructions) on the Highlander; otherwise you have to disconnect some seat back elements to complete the seat bottom installation.

The only hiccup in the process was that the website did not allow the search for a 2010 Highlander. I had to call Autoanything to confirm that the 2009 version would fit the 2010, which I was sure it would. The bra installed very easily, except for the wheel wells. The felt covered metal taps that fit around the body metal and into the well did not fit snugly. The instructions suggested to bend the taps to fit better, but this is not as easy as it sounds. Overall, the fit and looks are great and I am very satisfied. I think it will do the job intended, to protect the front end finish from gravel, rocks and bugs.

Bugflector is a quality accessory... made of very sturdy, flexible plastic. Overall, I think it looks great! Price on Autoanything is very good compared to some other sites. Installation could have been easier... it took some modifications to install the Bugflector. I have a standard Highlander, but the box specified it was for the Hybrid... not sure if that made the difference. All of the holes lined up between the Bugflector and hood, but all of the fasteners were too small to secure it in place. After a trip to Lowes and a few bucks on some appropriately-sized plastic fasteners, everything is in place and secure.

Will keep the space inside my Highlander less cluttered for those long trips. Saw no need for any improvements. Great product.