2016 Toyota 4Runner - Review and Road Test

[@kevinconroy2901]

If I want unibody construction I'll buy a car. If I want a bad ass SUV I'll buy a 4runner.

[@moaski]

This is what an SUV should be!

[@guyproulx1660]

you dam right

[@jacktran960]

moaski Very reliable, easy to work on, and easy to fix parts! I love my 3rd gen with a passion!

[@Ak_guy907]

Living in Alaska, the 4Runner has proven itself to be a beast! With massive potholes in the roads, snow/ice, off-road camping trails, it's nice to have a vehicle that is unfazed. Yet, civil enough to use as a daily commuter to work.

[@bl00dra1nn]

How does it hold up to rust? Is regular street salting an issue for it?

[@l-6402]

bought a 2010 4runner for my son awhile back and just now purchased a 2015 for my daughter. We couldn't be happier!

[@320dak]

Nice 4Runner review on where it can go and do. I have one that is 11 years old and still loving it! My son and I took it to places today that most vehicles could not even dream of. After we were done, drove it home on roads and sprayed it off at the carwash. Good to go for my work week. Must I say more???

[@georgewkush542]

shout out to Toyota for keeping the 4runner as true SUV.not this soccer mom crossover bullshit

[@trevrev2249]

this thing have a manual transmission? it's not a real 4 runner dude. city car

[@georgewkush542]

Just put in 1st or 2ND in the automatic

[@Tbolt1000TForLife]

+Dean Tuna Couldn't agree with you more. I hate crossover's with a burning passion. True BOF SUV's FTW!!! I love my 99' Tahoe! I don't like vehicles 2000-present but if I had to buy new, this would be it.

[@georgewkush542]

its just you and me SUV man.I have a 2000 Nissan xterra its awesome! Down with soccer mom "SUVs"

[@Tbolt1000TForLife]

Dean Tuna You Betcha!!! I plan to eventually get an old early 90's Range Rover as well, That should be a fun vehicle!

[@Anomize23]

Love my 2016. It’s been used and abused in every weather condition so far from deep snow to going over telephone poles on the streets from hurricanes/tornadoes. This vehicle can go over all kinds of debris from just a stock height being a proper SUV. Give it proper tires and it’s unstoppable.

[@cgrscott]

The 4Runner always seemed like the ultimate vehicle to me, back in the late 1990s. I'm glad it still has it's niche in todays market of car-like unibody SUVs and cross-overs. It's offroad worthiness makes it genuine.

[@aibbincubus]

WOW!! After seeing your review of the latest Toyota 4Runner, I applaud Toyota to make an actual rugged SUV for a small market. Also.. LOVED!! This review!! The Views!! The Backgrounds!! And the MUSIC!!! Very good!! Keep up the awesome refreshing car reviews.

[@MarimbaNation]

*!! *!!

[@trevrev2249]

keep buying foreign!!! Yay america for having no pride!

[@The416punchaman]

Great camera shots, music and words! KBB, you do good work.

[@jwatwater]

These are the best SUVs on the road. We have an '01 with 230k+ miles on it. I hope they never quit making them.

[@Lucky8s]

jwatwater They won't if you keep buying them.

[@jwatwater]

Thankfully, people continue buying them. Amen.

[@jwatwater]

Trev Rev ... What?

[@Lucky8s]

jwatwater He's a hater, basically.

[@trevrev2249]

I was given a 22re that won't quit by my dad... love the trucks got mad respect for em...it's just sad everyone buys foreign cars.... huge part of our economy lost to japan.

[@DavidELD]

There is nothing more indomitable then a Toyota 4 Runner. My '99 has over 350,000 Km on the odometer. It's driven as far as the moon is away from Earth. It's shrugged off several minor accidents with barely a scratch to my family. It has the same bloodline as the indestructible Hi-Lux. Not even death itself could stop it, and while that may be completely biased, and it has quite a couple of replacement parts in it and on it. It drove as far as the moon. Could modern cars go that far and still shrug off the ravages of time? I can't say, but it sure as hell made its case.

[@ephilos224]

+DavidELD Only things that come to mind that match/outmatch a 4runner, are the old FJs and Landcruisers (pre V8 versions) I miss my 96 Cruiser, thing was a fucking tank

[@snazari1994]

I have a 1999 4 Runner limited green with 300 000 Kms running very strong. No replacement parts

[@sonicgee7]

My 99 is at 427k and still going strong. I've been looking at buying something else but can't justify any purchase other than another 4Runner.

[@Chrizownsyou]

I've been seeing this on the road a lot lately. I really dig the look. I'm tired of seeing all these rounded suvs. I like the box shape

[@tritchie6272]

Sounds to me like the 4runner is one of the few suvs in its class that still keeps its ability to be a work vehicle.Now if they could manage to up both power and mpg while keeping its work and off road ability it might be even better.

[@skyisdlimit6125]

They should hook up the 4.8 or 5.7 V8 in this and it's gonna be a beast

[@kevlosent6375]

That's probably way too much motor and fuel economy would blow. An updated direct injection V6 with 300+ HP and a 6 speed will be plenty.

[@skyisdlimit6125]

direct injection got so many problems that come with it im not sure its the best way to go either

[@phm14]

The 2015 4Runner Trail I'm buying will be our 3rd 4Runner. My truck is a '04 Tacoma V6 TRD X-cab, successor to my '93 DX bought almost new. Been driving Toyotas since I was 17..that's 35 years of punishment the vehicles have survived, and owner satisfaction. Will be selling my Lexus ISF for a RCF soon. I here the '16 Tacoma is all new as well. Too bad other makers don't build vehicles this durable, and stand behind them like Toyota does. As long as this is the case, Toyota will continue to get my money. :)

[@jd2890]

i just want to know if the Trail a full time 4 wheel drive? i saw on their site that the limited edition is.

[@zachbattack]

John Domingway No it is not, only the limited.

[@realisticremodeling3977]

We Just got a new 2019 4runner and we know is a great suv. We sold our 2006 4runner and never had any issues. (Original battery last 12 years!) just oil changes and brakes for 13 years. Amazing!

[@spiritusmentis]

Got a '16 Trail Premium a few months ago and love it so far. Coming from a turbocharged Subaru, I expected handling to be awful but that hasn't been the case at all. Even with AT tires, the 4Runner is not too floaty at highway speeds and handles curves fairly well. Sure there's a bit of body roll, but it's really not that bad. You get used to it eventually. I've also been very impressed with how relatively quiet the cabin is at high way speeds. Not too shabby for a truck with 9.6" of ground clearance and big tires. Power is adequate most of the time -- however, to wake up the engine you'll need to literally floor it with the pedal actually touching the floor. Fuel economy isn't very good as others have noted. I get 16mpg most of the time and have never gotten more than 19.5mpg with combined city/highway driving (however, that's with BFG KO2 tires, not OEM tires). Overall the whole truck feels very solid and confidence inspiring. I think if I ever have to replace it again, it'll be another 4Runner regardless of gas prices.

[@Monkeyseemonkey79]

3:11 Face for radio? It's funny that 8 years later these things are still extremely desirable and are considered one of the best looking SUV's.

[@MartinezFAMHawaii]

4Runner= 4Ever

[@dr._breens_beard]

Drove my dads 02 limited for 4 days while my outback was getting a new trans. they have soo much character and are a joy to drive even on the road.

[@danzahra2686]

Love my 4Runners. Just got my 2nd one (2016) after 12 years of faithful service from my 2004 SR5!

[@9tilli_x]

This thing is badass, it just needs a V8!

[@9tilli_x]

Mario Soriano yes that makes sense

[@JoeSalvatore]

I bet a turbo or supercharged-V6 is on the horizon.

[@simonfarr8670]

Joe Salvatore TRD offers a supercharger for the 1GR-FE engine (4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Tacoma, Tundra, and Lexus GX all use this) it adds quite the nice boost, because turbos are really awful offroad due to their lag

[@alexandergilana6018]

Joe Salvatore yes!!!!

[@adrianalob4217]

But.. V8 just eats gas like it is unlimited! V6 good very much

[@sunnydlight2375]

A lot of people diss the style of the 4Runner, but I actually love it (I'm 29, single male, just arriving back home from traveling for 7 years, living in CO). I'm always wondering about the folks that dont like it....well then what style do you like? Or maybe most people are married to a more old school grille? Or that it's too bulky and want something more like the Mazda CX-5 / crossover type? It seems they hound Toyota for not making more aggressive styling, then when Toyota does, say it's ugly. I commend Toyota for sticking to an incredible vehicle and couldn't be happier with my purchase. I see about 19.5 average on my 4x4 2014 SR5. In the market for a ~25-30k used SUV, was torn between the Q5, Cherokee, Forester XT. I was set on the Q5 and XT until I drove the 4Runner. The Audi drove the best, the XT a tiny bit flimsy and geeky, though fast. The Jeep was just ... how to say... so basic-y Americana bro with an air of trying too hard, ( and the sales guy was as well). I chose the 4Runner knowing that this beast was going to last a long time, without spending any time or too much money in the shops, and that I could sell the thing for a really good price when I'm done with it. It's the perfect vessel for a person to take on adventures and ride the roads in any condition with a peace of mind. It doesn't try too hard and has all the right things a young guy needs in a steed. The upgraded 5th gen looks awesome, doesn't try hard yet maintains composure and style, and most importantly sticks to its roots and humility, something everyone could use a little more of these days.

[@gdmoto4176]

try look our Toyota Fortuner it looks a bit like this but a lot better

[@spiritusmentis]

+Luke Skywalking I think it looks awesome. It looks mean & masculine, but at the same time it also looks very simple and modest. Toyota didn't go overboard with chrome accents and other gimmicks, and kept the shape boxy. The pre-facelift 5th gen 4Runner looks way too plain IMO. Now that the FJC is gone, Toyota is trying to position the 4Runner as its aggressive looking offroader.

[@d1sturb3d119]

People like a reason to bitch about things. Designs are designs. Some like it. Some dont. Even the LC500 which people said would never look like the concept, came out looking like the concept and people still complain.. No point arguing with dumb people. Aesthetics are always going to look different to everyone.

[@MidKnightKira]

Hey I was curious if you have a 4runner I also live in Colorado and I was thinking of getting one. How well does it do in the Snow?

[@brianq99]

bought a 2016 4runner and love it. Glad Toyota didn't go to the unibody frame and kept the traditional 4runner. Before i bought the new one, i had a 1998 for 19 years with 221,000. Nothing went wrong on that 98 for all those years. It was by far the most reliable vehicle i've ever owned. I recommend the 4runner.

[@mickhall2894]

+brianq99 Traded in my 2015 SR5 Premium, for a 2016 Limited. Liked the `15, but the `16 with all the gadgets is definitely diggable. Parking Sonar is cool, seems like tighter/sportier ride than Premium. Due to more of a street version, I guess. Heated/cooled leather seats, push button start, and the JBL`s. The JBL`s kick.

[@bignoiz08]

It isnt perfect and yes it has flaws..but shes been real good to me and my family. ..winter spring summer fall...love my 4runner...I just wish for more power. .thats all....installing trd air intake next year...stay safe everyone

[@caribesd]

Hey Toyo! Remember me , the deployed GI from 2005? I Cant imagine the maintenance after 36,001 miles... I bought my firts 4Runner in 2002. The transmission died at 3,005 miles in 2005. I paid $3,089.00 to get it fixed ( a bargain at local non Toyota shop). Luckily I was deployed and was able to pay for the repairs. I have a 2006 4Runner and the repairs just keep adding on right after 3,000 miles. Luckily, my wife bought the exgended warranty with this klunker. Not covered under warranty are the tire pressure system. Each one cost about $250.00... Good luck....

[@hdaviator9181]

+Eric Al Sorry to hear you got a melon. Thanks for your service regardless.

[@jdhunt1284]

Hey Eric your not the only deployed GI with car issues. It's not an hmmwv, if the trans died at 3,005 wouldn't it still have been under warranty?

[@caribesd]

Jason H, the warranty at that time expired at "3,000 miles or 3 years"... whichever came sooner.. A real POS

[@NaijaBoiTellEm]

It was brand new!? That's rough.

[@Tbolt1000TForLife]

Move over stupid crossover's, real Body On Frame SUV's are here to stay!!!

[@RuelSpot]

The Toyota 4Runner is one my favorite sports utility vehicles... Great review on the 2015 Toyota 4Runner...

[@LysergikFuneral]

Great review, loved the desert and quad-copter shots. Keep it up guys. I love Toyota and the T4R, but the positioning of it doesn't make sense, especially with the FJC going away. Toyota needs a lower priced 4x4 to replace the FJC. The huge sales of the Wrangler and ridiculous resale on many 4x4's proves there is a strong market for it.

[@michaelengle9062]

I'm looking to buy an SUV soon. I have every intention of keeping my next vehicle for a minimum of 10 years...this thing is expensive but it's more tempting every time I look at one.

[@koopsnoop]

Honestly, I want this as a first car.

[@mmattjuu]

me too

[@Ryan-ks5kc]

Same I found a 2002 model for only $2,500

[@supercatforever]

+White where

[@isaiah9757]

I got an 03 as my first car for $3800 with 200k miles. I love it

[@andyham6094]

The hot topic wallet chain metaphor made me laugh. But seriously I wouldn’t trade my runner for anything. I haven’t had one single problem after all these years and it has taken me all around this beautiful country numerous times without a single hiccup. This thing is bulletproof and it’s just the most versatile suv imo. It’s big enough for enough cargo room to store whatever you want or passengers, yet it’s small and nimble enough to go on any trail. Imo it’s literally the perfect size for an all arounder. If you are just using it on road it’s still a great daily driver but it really shines doing both on and off road. I added a 2 and a half inch lift with 33 inch tires with falken wildpeak at3w’s and it literally is a tank.

[@rickbehani5654]

first time im ever interested in Toyota. this car is good looking and great performance wise.

[@Freq412]

I just bought the Premium model in Pearl Blue with the black TRD Wheels. Machine looks nice, inside and out, especially those wheels! And it handles pretty much like the last two 4-Runners I've had since 1990 and 2004 - SOLID. I wanted a lot of storage space in the back as well as a trailer hitch for my sail plane. I also like the big knobs for fan, temp, vent control and part time 4 wheel drive. Everything else out there today is too small or too refined looking (like all those crossovers). Guess I'm just part of that small but loyal group who just wants another 4-Runner. Hope they're still making them in 2028.

[@stsm11]

picking up a new 2016 Limited within a week or two. Black on black 3rd row and automatic side steps.

[@jg3_75]

Black Diamond Digital hows the limited working for u mate? Personally, if im spending that money id go with the trd pro. But curious to hear ur thoughts after 2 years

[@nickyochomoyo]

Just got my 2015 Barcelona red 4runner - best car I ever had. What a horse!!!

[@anthonydayton7998]

I have a 2016 Limited 4Runner. It does have the push button start and keyless unlocking. I put a Magnaflow cat back on it. It’s not that good in the snow with the stock tires and wheels despite full time 4 wheel drive. It helps to turn on A-trac.

[@gibbethoskins8621]

Man I want one of these so bad, damn you Toyota for not releasing a version in Australia. Damn you! Give me all this in a 3.0 Turbo Diesel with 2" lift & mud tyres set up for touring and I'd never want another vehicle.

[@Eastwood007x]

Toyota always delivers with the 4Runner. It never deviated from what kept it glorious

[@Eastwood007x]

hamada aso I can’t agree with you there, I think they’re looking pretty good. I can nitpick on some little things, but overall they’re good looking to me

[@ebg1222]

Where is this video shot at? Great review as always.

[@Jettguzman]

I have over 300,000 miles on my Toyota T100. "Oh, what a feeling!" I have kept up the maintenance on it and I love it, but I have been considering something new like the Tundra or this 4Runner.

[@trevrev2249]

open your pocket book for a foreign company

[@brysonw1815]

+Trev Rev they deserve it more than American company who can't build cars for shit

[@matthewgusman861]

its japanese tho not american dumass lol

[@ecosme1970]

My 2000 4Runner Sport is 15 yrs old with 167,000 miles and still kicking ass. I hope they redesign the 4Runner again. I hate the new version.

[@trevrev2249]

That's it?

[@WynterK]

I had no idea these newer 4 runners were this useful and rugged. Good job Toyota.

[@justmaybe1789]

I have the 2017 limited. If you plan on making any suspension or tire modifications don't get the limited, you basically have to pull out the X-REAS suspension. Lackluster power and no lift gate, lack of storage and if you open your rear window you get exhaust fumes be exhaust is tip is at rear instead of side. I can live with all this but more horsepower would be nice

[@Zhenocnra]

Is this the first time KBB has taken aerial shots of a car they're reviewing? I don't remember see that in any other reviews done by KBB until now. I kind of like the aerial shots from the, I assume, helicopter or (gasp) KBB secret satelite. A well done review either way. I'm looking forward to more reviews like this for vehicles that parade around with the "outdoorsy" look but can (or can't) actually back it up like car-based rivals (which was briefly mentioned in the review). *Hint hint* Could the next Subaru Outback or Forester review show us some off-road prowess in the review please? Or even the next SUV/CUV review KBB does? I know a lot of buyers don't come to KBB to find that kind of information but it'd be nice to see KBB exploring that kind of topic with SUV's and CUV's in some reviews. =P The old KBB videos kind of did (old Subaru Forester and Porsche Cayenne review from KBB).

[@JimS870]

I love this 4runner. Ladder frame > Unibody. Why a 5 speed auto though? Needs a 6 or 7. And maybe a small diesel engine option. Can you get it in a stick? Doubtful.

[@yuval4597]

Can't get it in a stick.

[@justinmartin8887]

Nah screw diesels

[@TrailTribune]

"Beneath this face for radio..." LOL can't stop laughing! Great review.

[@conceptcs]

Thank you Toyota for still making traditional body on frame SUVs

[@alexanderestk]

My 2019 4Runner was $34500 out the door. Worth it 100%

[@HodsBroo]

imo this thing shits on any other car based SUV. those compete more with the highlander

[@maximilianoluera6679]

The more I warm up to the face of the 4Runner, the more I really, really want one

[@kbb]

They're a great choice!

[@DJTEVAdotCOM]

Back in my days..4-Runners doesn't cost $30-$40k. ...and this is only 15 years ago.

[@Gazziza29]

***** Yeah because a CLA is in the same class as a 4Runner...lol. What's next, you're gonna compare a CLA to an F150?

[@Gazziza29]

***** and your point being...

[@alrojas100]

***** GLA, Still not the same class of vehicle, anyone purchasing a Merc GLA would not be able to take it off road or want too for that matter. The purpose of this vehicle is for off road and thats what your paying for. Not to mention that a Toyota product is far more reliable then any Mercedes ever built. The 4runner is purpose built.

[@Gazziza29]

***** I'm not annoyed, I'm just not seeing the relevance. It's like me saying "did you know I can buy 5,000 Big Mac Value Meals for $30,000. I'm not comparing them, just the price"...

[@trevrev2249]

+Thomas Gluodenis it's called greed.dont feed the beast

[@NaijaBoiTellEm]

Question: Does Toyota still offer that same design of digital clock/info display at 4:22? I have a 2016 4Runner Trail Edition that only includes a digital clock. I like the layout in the video better and didn't realize Toyota had it in the 2016 model.

[@_mvb_]

Where was this video filmed at?

[@kbb]

+Michael Van Buren Lake Tahoe.

[@Jose-js7ke]

Kelley Blue Book I'm from lake Tahoe:D

[@jaillylay7596]

uug. iv. hi iuy. the

[@fuckinmetal1982]

They really need to do something about the engine and mpg. It's the only thing holding me back from buying one.

[@ElliotMcDonell]

Pretty sweet but I'm going to keep on trucking with my 96 Limited with 160k on it. Still runs great and looks great too. No crawling or traction control but it has a locking rear diff.

[@brianq99]

+Elliot McDonell only 160k miles? That thing is just getting warmed up. Just had to get rid of my 1998 to buy a 2016. But the 1998 was still going strong with 221000 miles. I never had a problem with it. That thing was great. Your 96 has many miles left.

[@ElliotMcDonell]

+brianq99 Good to know! It's actually up to 170k now and still looking/driving great. Maybe someday update to one of the new ones, the tech has come a long way, but I don't need to drive a lot, rather just keep the old girl running indefinitely!

[@laurentinosa5773]

Elliot McDonell Desculpa mas só estou interessado no anúncio em português

[@NewRoad]

Nice SUV - but don't understand tire under trunk in trail edition

[@darrylbarnes8894]

4 Runner will probably use the Tacoma's new Atkinson cycle engine and 6 speed transmission.

[@anthonydayton7998]

Darryl Barnes No I think Tacoma is going away from that - many don’t like it.

[@shadowstrangler1]

Why were you reviewing a 2016 car in 2014 ?

[@TheDarkfrostElf]

How well would the passenger or driver seats fit a person who is about 6'9"?

[@angeldustfather]

Something's might be wrong with me, but i would choose this over Cayenne or Rangie any day!

[@cerb345]

I actually own one of these new 4runners (metallic red and everything) and after driving a few road trips in it, the ride quality is definitely not perfect. Yeah, it has Toyota's unquestionable reliability, a boat load of standard features, terrific offroad capabilities, and damn sharp looks (to me), but it has neither the associative prestige of a Porsche or Range Rover nor faultless city mannerisms. It doesn't flatten bumps perfectly, feels excessively floaty at high speed, and the transmission isn't very smooth shifting. But that's okay: in my case, I don't like looking like a twat and my ass is pretty tough, so all is well for me. Long story short, it's all down to personal preference, so no one can really judge you for your car buying decisions.

[@joeracer302]

Lol'd when you said "4Runner's competition" because the 4Runner is a niche market with not much in the way of a true competitor. The closest thing to a competitor left would be the Jeep JK, and while those may win in off road capability there is no way a Chrysler product beats a Toyota in reliability. Chances are someone considering a Wrangler wouldn't consider a 4Runner, and vice versa. Both are niche markets. So, when you compare something like the 4Runner to vehicles that *used* to be true SUVs, body on frame, then I can't help but laugh. Maybe at one point the Explorer and Pathfinder were competition for the 4Runner, but now they're just another glorified soccer-mom-mobile. Who cares if an Explorer gets better gas mileage? When you hit 150k miles, when you hit where the pavement turns to dirt ... you'll want a 4Runner ...

[@joeracer302]

***** Anything with good tires is exceptional in the snow, and anything with shit tires is terrible in the snow, regardless of all other factors. Snow performance is almost purely driven by tire choice. A civic with snow tires will out perform a 4Runner with all-seasons. I'm still a fan of 4Runners though :D

[@joeracer302]

***** Okay.

[@MEALTeamSixx]

This could at least use a 6 speed instead of the old 5 speed. The engine is also pretty old too, but then again, "if it ain't broke, don't fix it".

[@toyotasmoothjazz6262]

In Panama. The 4Runner and Fortuner are both available even prados are combined

[@thehotsungA]

+Toyota Avanza Which one is better?

[@toyotasmoothjazz6262]

thehotsung8701A actually all Prado - Land Cruiser Full time 4wd for long adventures. Cutter price for lc200 Fortuner - indestructible Hilux PPV Diesel option V6 availability Load for family space Spacious Undercut price for 4Runner & Prado, value for money 4Runner - Made in Japan 5 to 7 seater availability Alternative to Fj Cruiser V6 availability Pricier than Fortuner Made in japan

[@thehotsungA]

Toyota Avanza It must be nice to live in Panama where you get everything! Do you guys also get both the Tacoma and Hilux?

[@toyotasmoothjazz6262]

thehotsung8701A of course yes, youre right, even the tundra and sequoia are available, check their website now

[@toyotasmoothjazz6262]

hiace is also available even sienna and previa

[@krassimirpetrov7131]

Yes it’s outdated , yes it’s on a frame , yes it’s expensive , but it’s a real off-road SUV that’ll last forever . Unibody isn’t a real suv

[@DimachkaS]

Love this car

[@thainguyen-jf5zu]

the cargo compacity is not too good when we use the third row seats

[@LilChillywillyy]

Thank god Toyota kept the 4Runner as a true SUV. I own a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee and I think it looks more badass than the 2017 Soccer mom Grand Cherokee

[@ThinkOutsideTheCube]

Have we forgotten about the Nissan Xterra?

[@desonrakey4301]

It's dead after this year.

[@JoeSalvatore]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@bigtonyravioli]

Des Onrakey ...so?

[@forknuts]

I though the same thing. Body on boxed frame, traditional 4x4, Manual trans, locker, and a solid rear axle.

[@josephgomes9777]

Nissan killed it after the 2012 model year. It DID compete with the 4Runner, but no longer as it is no longer in production.

[@totallywinningprogamer9860]

I miss the 80s 4Runner.

[@nickyochomoyo]

Got a 2015 4Runner. It is an amazing vehicle. I hope it last me 600k miles.

[@Rhaspun]

Toyota has kept the 4 Runner simple and reliable.

[@genius-no5sl]

These are really nice rigs

[@kapbab751]

I want one so bad! Wont finish med-school for another two years though :( Either gonna pick up a used Trail or TRD Pro in blue, or going to see what the new ones are like. My biggest gripe about this model is all the complaints about the engine and transmission. I drive an 03 4runner V8 right now...its 5-Speed. I'd be shelling out cash for a twelve years newer car for the same transmission and less torque. Still want it though! lol Going to wait and see what 2017 redesign brings.

[@kapbab751]

***** LOL...Sounds like someone applied and didn't get in. I like dealing with people, and I like the work. As a student I have to do the jobs no one else wants, and I still wake up every morning looking forward to going into the hospital. My board scores were comfortably beyond what I needed to match into my dream career in Emergency medicine -mean income is 250-300k/year and you get benefits. Couple years of debt at most if I am careful with cash after picking up a new car. Then, 38-45 hours per week making 4.5-6K per week. Oh and I'm from Canada - WAY less malpractice insurance and getting sued over nonsense. -Love my job: Check! -More cash than Ill know what to do with: Check! -Similar hours to a blue collar Joe but 4-5 times their income: Check (And thats if I make the AVERAGE wage) -Not being on call so my time off is MINE: Check! -Status and respect (And gold digging sluts that I can bed when they see M.D.?): Check! -Saving lives and preventing suffering as my daily routine rather than playing with rocks or a calculator all day: Check! Sorry bro, I love my life and chosen career path. You can take that pity elsewhere bc its definitely not required here! I am very happy and looking fwd to the future. ;) And for what its worth, despite the grossly negative tone of your post, I hope you are as happy with your life with whatever it is you have chosen.

[@kapbab751]

***** Well I'm sorry your uncle feels that way :S I've met plenty of doctors who hate their lives, and plenty who absolutely love it. So far I have not been phased by any of the negatives and the good more than outweighs the bad so Im going maintain the positive outlook ;) About your chosen path - Hey, I'm happy for you. You're doing what you love and getting paid for it. The world needs more people in the same boat. To me, I couldn't stand that for a day, but if its your gig then more power to you! Regarding the car, I live close to the US border so its certainly no issue! If its somewhere deeper in the US - road trip!

[@kapbab751]

***** Canadian taxes **** you on importing, so I either buy used/demo, or if I buy new I get the dealer to rig the paperwork and pay the difference in cash under the table...I've thought it all through ;)

[@alexandergilana6018]

I'm in your exact position right now. I have 2 years to go till I even start to think about driving my 1997 4runner on a Toyota lot. Although I'm not selling it. I'll have two 4runners!!! Lol.

[@surgofsteel]

+Shuffle3956 Doctors are always in need, and always have a solid income in whatever field you're in. My father was an Orthopedic Surgeon for 15 years. The work is hard, but you help people tremendously. He made high 500's just from being an independent surgeon, and even more from his private practice employing 33 people and 4 mid-levels. It's a rough road to there though, 15 years of education was had. Some of it being engineering.

[@JohnTheLuck3]

Which brand are the OEM tire on the Trail Edition?

[@bcrogsnc]

Should compare to Tahoe possibly?

[@thesupernad]

tahoe is a full sized suv, 4runner is mid sized

[@guyproulx1660]

can't compare quality and reliabily with junk

[@bakedbean3663]

just came here to make sure the car my mom wants has all the things I like

[@TN_HondaDad]

Really wish the would increase the screen size

[@swissmrkc]

2:30 nice drone use. Drones FTW!

[@jasonchristsupersta1]

Can you put 3 baby seats in the 2nd row ?

[@l.thomas1762]

Did they say it didn't do well in the snow?

[@davidrodriguez3791]

+L. Thomas It didn't do well on the snow because the 4Runner had all season tires which are no good on snow which they've found out the hard way.

[@Duduff129]

Hopefully they will put the 3.5 V6 and 6-speed transmission on these from the new Tacoma.

[@travelinben1966]

Give it an 8 speed transmission,and bump the hp up to 300 on the refresh.👍

[@Randze]

I like the 4Runner, but this car deserves a V8. The 4Runner's Exterior looks very powerful when you find it only has a V6. It's also not good value, the 4Runner TRD Pro costs near "$50,000". Sure it's a great car but with "$50k" you can buy a model s that has way much Horsepower, Faster, and it has Autopilot which can drive on its own. This car deserves to be $20k-($35k) for the TRD Pro.

[@justinmartin8887]

“However small that spot may be” meanwhile, Toyota keeps selling more of these outdated dinosaurs each year

[@scottsaylors9037]

so should I get the trd or the trail?

[@lilchunnky78]

Scott Saylors trd

[@Ndasuunye]

WHOOOO! BODY ON FRAME!!!! AND I'M 24!!!! WHOOOO

[@nitroxide17]

leaf springs in the back?

[@ElGuapo61947]

This needs a Diesel engine with dual exhaust and ventilated front seats

[@HodsBroo]

I love this SUV. Would take this over a jeep any day. For all the off-road needs. Maybe the 5.0 V8 would compliment the V6 as well.

[@mohammedalshargabi]

I love this car, 😍😍😍

[@347PJS]

personally I wish the trd came with the third row seat and the v8 for the extra price

[@MarimbaNation]

It's kind of Emo looking to me. Like the fog lights are the teardrops and the black portion is the running eyeliner...

[@02BLACKTAWS6]

I just wish we had a V8 or Turbo 6 option. It needs more power.

[@metalbeast1998]

And a transmission with more gears.

[@jhonjairosarmiento7703]

No tiene vídeo de 4runner limited?

[@revampted]

es lo miso, no mas cuesta mas y tiene piel y navagacion

[@mattdathew2794]

am planning to buy a 4runner, sort of waiting until backup camera lines move as u backup like cherokee. if not, i may just buy a jeep, thy seem to have technology

[@pablonaracena]

+Som Simp 😂😂😂

[@xtrem3climber]

+Matt Dathew No offense, but best of luck getting a Jeep for under 55k. Absolutely overpriced, terrible reliability and 25% less cargo space. I love the way this thing just IS, and doesn't need a ton of bells and whistles to work. I liked the way the Explorer drove more, but this thing will just go forever, has a huge aftermarket, and I can sell it with 100k on the clock for 20k.

[@CACressida]

Who the hell buys a car because the stupid lines move on the screen? If you're too stupid to figure out how to back up a vehicle without looking at a screen then you shouldn't be driving anyway. Backup camera is there for added visibility, not total dependability.

[@mattdathew2794]

It's good comfort to have moving lines on a 40k+ vehicle, that's a lot of money. Even a 30k jeep has moving lines and cooler stuff...

[@XploreAz]

CACressida is right. If you can't look in your mirrors to see where your wheels are without some lines on your screen turning with your wheels, then you shouldn't be driving. I have a JGC Overland which has this feature but it definitely isn't needed. I actually don't even notice it since I use my mirrors.

[@frankdaley5035]

Are these things still indestructible though?

[@xtrem3climber]

+Frank Daley Yes...go ask any dealership how long they can keep them in stock. Most places had 1, and used ones had a waiting list ready.

[@MidWesti]

as long as "Toyota" is in its name, yes

[@jdhunt1284]

I want one

[@ianalexander2017]

Looks good

[@wlew3499]

For folks that have to use a 4x4 for a living and use it everyday. All the fancy gadgetry and hi-tech bull does not impress. We like things that work and not having to rely on computer technology. We like manual shifting and real levers that operate the vehicle, wheels that lock up...etc. When you say the 4x4 lever sucks and a solenoid switch is better. Try being in a deep mud hole and the solenoid fails. Jeep has better ideas all manual stuff almost(A free running front end would be perfect).

[@d1sturb3d119]

Rofl except for the fact that Jeep's break, their build quality has gone south after FCA took over. My solenoids are yet to go bad after 13 years. I see your point but there's a reason why they put those in. Typical cases of solenoids going bad relate to letting them sit for years without using the system and not refreshing the fluids.