Granted, the X isn't that reliable, but the way it drives will put any Highlander to shame. It's similar to saying the Highlander's gas mileage puts the X to shame. We bought the X for the overall driving experience. Our's has been fairly reliable. If one did the research prior to purchase, one would have known the pitfalls of an X. Same with reliability. Ever corner hard in a Highlander? Don't.....Performance numbers are also totally different as well. Ok, I'm done preaching to the choir.

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