Toyota 4Runner

Zingston · 08-30-2018, 05:44 PM

Hey guys, thinking of what my next SUV might be when my Jeep Commander finally cries Uncle (probably the next 2 years or so)? It would be easy to just pick up a Jeep GC, as I've had great experiences with the Jeep brand since the 90s. However, the 4Runners always catch my eye when I'm out n about. And many claim Toyotas are bulletproof. Anyone here own, drive or have an associated opinion of the 4Runner?

CRiZO · 08-30-2018, 08:18 PM

I work in rural (very rural) real estate, and my company uses Tundras and 4Runners for a reason. They're pretty awesome and total tanks.

ZCanadian · 08-30-2018, 08:39 PM

Not the greatest fuel economy in the segment, and not the greatest interiors. But they last forever.
Not sure what they are like to drive, but a test drive will tell you what you need to know there.

old guy · 08-30-2018, 09:16 PM

Had a 1982 Toyota 4x4 pick up before they were called the Tundra
1997 4 Runner & 2014 4 Runner
All rock solid and dependable trucks
1997 still running, and dependable w/ 250,000 + mi. One of my good friends now owns it!

Rusty · 08-30-2018, 09:41 PM

'88 Cherokee 140,000 miles, '98 Grand Cherokee 130,000 miles, '03 Liberty 50,000 miles needed a bigger Jeep, '04 Grand Cherokee 140,000 miles, '13 Grand Cherokee TrailHawk 80,000 miles still have it. There is a reason why I buy Jeeps.

Zingston · 08-30-2018, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Rusty

'88 Cherokee 140,000 miles, '98 Grand Cherokee 130,000 miles, '03 Liberty 50,000 miles needed a bigger Jeep, '04 Grand Cherokee 140,000 miles, '13 Grand Cherokee TrailHawk 80,000 miles still have it. There is a reason why I buy Jeeps.

Yep, I've had the same great experience with my Jeeps. This Commander with the Hemi is 1k away from 130k. A few things that were expected (starter, water pump, 3rd battery), but all in all very dependable!

Rusty · 08-30-2018, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Zingston

Yep, I've had the same great experience with my Jeeps. This Commander with the Hemi is 1k away from 130k. A few things that were expected (starter, water pump, 3rd battery), but all in all very dependable!

I keep vehicles to about 120,000 miles then trade them in. Then I know i got my monies worth out of them. My PowerWagon. I will keep that until I die, then get buried in it.

I don't think I'm buying anything else for awhile.

Zingston · 08-31-2018, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Rusty

I keep vehicles to about 120,000 miles then trade them in. Then I know i got my monies worth out of them. My PowerWagon. I will keep that until I die, then get buried in it.

I don't think I'm buying anything else for awhile.

Yeah, I've considered keeping this one long term as well. Interior is perfect, exterior looks new, the level of tech basically matches my Z

, so I don't get too confused, and mechanically she's 100%. I just know my tolerance threshold when it comes to getting nickel & dimed with repairs is very low. But then again, potentially throwing 5 or 10k at the commander over the next few years to get another 4 or 5 years out of it sure beats 45 / 50k for a new GC or 4Runner.

Zingston · 08-30-2018, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by old guy

Had a 1982 Toyota 4x4 pick up before they were called the Tundra
1997 4 Runner & 2014 4 Runner
All rock solid and dependable trucks
1997 still running, and dependable w/ 250,000 + mi. One of my good friends now owns it!

250k?? That's ridiculous!! I have a friend with a Tacoma that has 270k, it's his dd and running strong. They do seem to last!

Rusty · 08-30-2018, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Zingston

250k?? That's ridiculous!! I have a friend with a Tacoma that has 270k, it's his dd and running strong. They do seem to last!

Until the rust gets to them. With the salt here in the winter. If it's not undercoated or rustproofed. The rust starts to show up at about 5 years.

Rusty · 08-30-2018, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Zingston

Hey guys, thinking of what my next SUV might be when my Jeep Commander finally cries Uncle (probably the next 2 years or so)? It would be easy to just pick up a Jeep GC, as I've had great experiences with the Jeep brand since the 90s. However, the 4Runners always catch my eye when I'm out n about. And many claim Toyotas are bulletproof. Anyone here own, drive or have an associated opinion of the 4Runner?

When the Commander first came out. I was going to get one and throw some AEV love it's way.

Zingston · 08-30-2018, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Rusty

When the Commander first came out. I was going to get one and throw some AEV love it's way.

AEV Commander would be very cool. I've lifted, bigger tires, bull bar, hella flood lights, blacked out the chrome...

Zingston · 09-02-2018, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by rusty

when the commander first came out. I was going to get one and throw some aev love it's way.

commander3.jpg

Quicksilvers · 09-02-2018, 08:31 PM

Overall the Toyota 4 Runner is a solid vehicle to own in terms of reliability and is a enjoying vehicle to drive everyday. I owned a 2005 Toyota 4 Runner for 172K miles and never had any major issues with it and only did all the general maintenance on it. Oil changes and other maintenance was always done on time I believe that is key for longevity with just about any vehicle. If you plan on daily driving your vehicle in the rain/snow/salt definitely do the under coating on your vehicle as you will get surface rust that will into rust that will eat away at vehicles body over time. If you drive through salt in the winter definitely use your hoses or pressure washer and wash the salt or debris off your vehicle. Also another vehicle to consider purchasing would be the Nissan Pathfinder. I have seen for myself that the Nissan Pathfinder is a reliable/dependable vehicle to own. I would stay away from Jeep,Dodge,and Chrysler vehicles like the plague.

Quicksilvers · 09-02-2018, 08:32 PM

2005 Toyota 4 Runner

08-30-2018, 05:44 PM	#1 (permalink)
Zingston A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2017 Location: Florida Posts: 4,028 Drives: like it's a rental. Rep Power: 2684370	Toyota 4Runner Hey guys, thinking of what my next SUV might be when my Jeep Commander finally cries Uncle (probably the next 2 years or so)? It would be easy to just pick up a Jeep GC, as I've had great experiences with the Jeep brand since the 90s. However, the 4Runners always catch my eye when I'm out n about. And many claim Toyotas are bulletproof. Anyone here own, drive or have an associated opinion of the 4Runner?

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CRiZO Track Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Dallas Posts: 672 Drives: in traffic Rep Power: 20699	I work in rural (very rural) real estate, and my company uses Tundras and 4Runners for a reason. They're pretty awesome and total tanks. old guy, ZCanadian and Zingston like this.

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ZCanadian A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Canada Posts: 1,061 Drives: 2013 370Z Rep Power: 60274	Not the greatest fuel economy in the segment, and not the greatest interiors. But they last forever. Not sure what they are like to drive, but a test drive will tell you what you need to know there. Zingston likes this.

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old guy A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: S.E. Michigan Age: 68 Posts: 2,711 Drives: 13 magma touring Rep Power: 2684369	Had a 1982 Toyota 4x4 pick up before they were called the Tundra 1997 4 Runner & 2014 4 Runner All rock solid and dependable trucks 1997 still running, and dependable w/ 250,000 + mi. One of my good friends now owns it! ZCanadian and Zingston like this.

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Quicksilvers A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2017 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 2,039 Drives: 2017 370z Rep Power: 25463	Overall the Toyota 4 Runner is a solid vehicle to own in terms of reliability and is a enjoying vehicle to drive everyday. I owned a 2005 Toyota 4 Runner for 172K miles and never had any major issues with it and only did all the general maintenance on it. Oil changes and other maintenance was always done on time I believe that is key for longevity with just about any vehicle. If you plan on daily driving your vehicle in the rain/snow/salt definitely do the under coating on your vehicle as you will get surface rust that will into rust that will eat away at vehicles body over time. If you drive through salt in the winter definitely use your hoses or pressure washer and wash the salt or debris off your vehicle. Also another vehicle to consider purchasing would be the Nissan Pathfinder. I have seen for myself that the Nissan Pathfinder is a reliable/dependable vehicle to own. I would stay away from Jeep,Dodge,and Chrysler vehicles like the plague.

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