2020 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro vs The V8 4Runner We JUST Bought // OFF ROAD TEST

Thomas and James do some Off-Roading in the new $65,000 CAD 2020 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro, AND a 2007 V8 4Runner that the boys JUST bought for $6,700 CAD, as a do-all hauling vehicle for Throttle House. Is it worth it to buy a brand new 4Runner? How does the old one stack up? Let's find out...
Huge thanks to Kevin, Jesse and Paul for helping us not die on this trail!
Thanks to Goodyear for supplying the Winter Command tires for the 4 Runner, and thanks to Burning Rubber Tire and Speed for hooking us up with some RTX wheels! Check them out here for performance builds and setups www.burningrubber.ca/
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[@ThrottleHouse]

Happy New Year everyone! We hope you enjoyed the video! And for those of you who caught our mistake, good work! I quoted gross vehicle weight for the TRD Pro not curb weight. I'm going to blame James, only because he's the one that looked that number up, and currently he's on vacation so he can't defend himself. Speaking of which, check out a photo on the @thethrottlehouse instagram of James with his first car. He wasn't around to stop me from posting it... Cheers! -Thomas

[@denysb1543]

Priceless awesome video! You guys rock! James, your comments about living in Canada crack me up to death LOL Some of the tech from the V8 4Runner seems to be borrowed from a Lexus LS of similar Generation: V8 Engine, Air suspension, soft close "door"?

[@crisdlcruz145]

Push start has been available since 2016

[@lildave813]

Happy new year 🎆

[@devakishore2043]

Happy new year this is great review and I want to part of your video reviews hahaha .. ❤️ from London

[@iamthetriplet]

Throttle House an avid follower, I always look forward to your new videos

[@buddyblader3183]

I'm more interested in learning more about how you found a 4th gen for less than $7k, lol.

[@anwallace90]

They are around. Bough my 04last year with 200K on the clock. Owner had just put new tires on it and later found out didn't he timing belt and what not. Plus it was in great shape. $5500. I've since put around 50000 miles on it and it still runs like a top

[@keystonerider1308]

For real!

[@midamultitool1387]

@@lancebrown775 Kilometers

[@garrettalexander4641]

Bucky Bazoo i bought a 4th gen V6 for 4,500

[@dalton2181]

In AB they're like 7-12

[@AustinLWright]

A 2007 Limited with 150k miles for 5K USD? Absolutely insane.

[@joshualyle6455]

I got an 04 Limited v8 with 80k for 8k, definitely a steal

[@owenburen2419]

@@joshualyle6455 definitely a good deal!! nice man.

[@nordicpride9708]

Austin L. Wright Considering the reliability and scarcity(for the V8), that’s not outlandish as far as used car prices go. I will agree, America’s used car market is WAY overinflated. No arguing that. But $5000 for a truck that will easily go 300k miles with little to no issues... sounds like chump change honestly. Look at what all these dumb shits are spending on new ones that aren’t nearly as reliable. I work on Toyota’s. The new ones aren’t like the old reliable built in Japan units(besides the 4Runner and Prius) but they still have a ton of plastic on the motors, really atrocious stereos that’s short out... for 50k.... yeah no thanks

[@TheManbearpig34]

I got my '03 Limited for 11K USD with 130,000 miles two years ago. I felt like I was stealing from the dealer. Zero issues after the warranty cleaned up some after-due maintenance.

[@foskco87]

I highly doubt they actually paid that for it. If they did they fluked out or knew the person or something. Atleast double that, if not triple it and then you are in the ball park. I just bought a 2007 Limited V6 with 137000 km's for 20 grand. Still way more bang for your buck than buying a new 4runner, plus I like the styling way more.

[@andrewpeterson5882]

Man $6,700 is a freaking STEAL for that V8 4Runner. That car is unkillable and so so so capable.

[@unraveledreality8998]

Absolutely insane steal, and its CAD as well. Everyone in the pnw thinks their 200-400k v8 4runner is worth 12-20k lmfao. I'd snatch one under 7 in a heartbeat.

[@juanoceguera7062]

RIGHT! I got mine for 12k but she’s in perfect condition

[@thelaxlair6727]

​@@unraveledreality8998yeah I ain't paying 10k for a 200k car

[@HTV-2_Hypersonic_Glide_Vehicle]

@@thelaxlair6727 Why not?

[@zzaaaaap]

@@HTV-2_Hypersonic_Glide_Vehicle They don't realize it'll go for another 250K without needing a servicing

[@myraong7469]

I'm a nurse with a 2003 V8 with 215K miles. I am still very much in love with my 4Runner. My older sister, also a nurse, bought the same Army green 2020 TRD Pro as on this video. She paid $60,000 for her 4Runner. I used my $60,000 as a down-payment on a cabin in the woods. She has a new car, I have a new cabin. I think maybe I might be winning.

[@pulledofftheroad]

I couldn’t imagine spending 60k on a 4Runner. I had no idea they had gotten so expensive. We bought a limited brand new in 2012 and it was 40k

[@anfernee6566]

Your definitely winning , 60k for all that plastic lol she might as well live in her car now 🤣

[@preetamkumar9496]

You get chased by the blair witch,lose a limb and now go to therapy for PTSD.She drives a plastic truck.She might still be winning.

[@freemaysin5088]

@@preetamkumar9496 you have a point

[@SimplyCarReviews]

@@pulledofftheroad inflation is real 😆

[@xrrrismickey]

I love that Toyota hasn't turned these into grocery gets like other makers. They've kept it a real truck.

[@dudster_]

I like how toyota is becoming really sporty while keeping its grocery getter and EV models. They’re doing really good as a company

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

Meanwhile Car and Driver "tOo TrUcK lIkE"

[@eduardorubio3031]

It is a grocery getter lol

[@dudster_]

@@eduardorubio3031 i’d like to see what you drive

[@eduardorubio3031]

@@dudster_ GT350, viper and my daily is an ms3… don’t know how this has anything to do with my previous comment? I mean it’s an suv which is literally a grocery getter, don’t know why you get mad about it. And paying 50k plus for 270hp is kind of insane. My 11 year old Mazda has more power than that suv

[@davidkaminski615]

I bought a '02 Sequoia 4x4 with the same 4.7 V8. $3,500 USD. Turning 300,000 miles (483,000 km). Just came back from a 500 mile road trip. 0 issues.

[@stephendibari7704]

😳. thats simply amazing! Toyota is undeniably the highest reliable car/truck in the auto industry!!

[@landonb2884]

I know people that own chevys and have tons of issues, then when they’re done with their old junky one, they buy a new one. I’ll stick to Toyota.

[@colelockridge5816]

Yeah. I wanted to replace my older BMW 3 series with a new one, but after seeing the reliability of Toyota products, I ended up with a Lexus gs. Ironically 2 weeks later the CV axle broke but I'm pretty sure that was an anomaly

[@josefgriveas7113]

@@stephendibari7704 jeeps reliable ? Hahaha

[@andmicbro1]

@@colelockridge5816 that sucks. CV is a very common part to break at least. Hopefully that's the only major repair you'll need to do. I've had 3 Toyotas and they were talk very solid, very reliable vehicles.

[@Roland_Deschain_of_Gilead19]

Great video! I’ve had my 2005 4Runner Limited since 2007 and put over 240,000 miles on it. Like the 07 you have in your vehicle, I replaced the driver side front seat covering with a new one I bought on eBay for under $250. I’ve upgraded the JBL head unit twice, this last time with a mid-level Kenwood system. It’s completely touchscreen, has Apple CarPlay and an input for a backup camera, which is great but was an absolute CF to install. I spent the time to remove the interior trim pieces and covering to hide all the wires and make it look like one that would have come straight from the factory. I also replaced the factory rims with the exact same TRD wheels that are used on all TRD models today for under $1,000; straight from Toyota, not a third party company. Some of the factory parts like the air filter are easy to upgrade and perform much better with a K&N system or similar but aren’t really necessary. The front end leaves much to be desired and doesn’t look like what I think an “off road” car should look like! One of the first things I did when I got my car was to install a black, matte cattleguard with PIAA lights mounted straight on. Another unnecessary change but it looks much more aggressive and less like something a soccer mom might drive. With regular maintenance, the most “serious” problem I’ve had was a cracked power steering line which was super cheap to replace. The DAC (Downhill Assist Control) was a mystery to me until two winters ago when I decided it was time to figure out if it actually worked or not. It seemed worthless and broken until I did some trial and error to test it out. The only time it makes a noticeable difference, and it’s a huge difference indeed, is on a very steep grade AND the transmission is in “L”. I use it whenever the roads are covered in ice and it keeps my speed around 5mph without any assistance from the brakes, which is the whole goal. I have the DAC turned on and the car in L at a dead stop before moving down the hill. Even when other trucks and SUVs are sliding down the same hill I use, my 4Runner stays at an easy to control speed without any sliding or loss of control at all! For as cheap as the fourth generations V8 4Runners are nowadays, it is far cheaper (yet much more work) to buy a used one and spend as much money as you want upgrading it and putting in the newest electronics you can find and still have tens of thousands of dollars in your wallet. That engine will run forever. I don’t think that can be said for any other 4Runner that has been or ever will be made. Thanks for the comparison video!

[@patrickgroll2046]

Pretty much agree with this comment. We have an old 2003 V8 4wd Limited with X-REAS as well as a 2017 SR5. The old V8 is a pure joy to drive both on an off road and just has endless amounts of grunt down to idle. The 2017 has to be really caned to get it moving ... it's a bit heavier and there isn't that low-down torque. I disagree with you about the 4th gen grille though ... I think it looks fine. Sure, it kinda looks like a soccer mom car whereas the 5th gen looks more self-consciously "tough". But this is the charm of the thing; it's completely a sleeper. The only mod I had made to the V8 is to lift the front 1" to give a little better ground clearance. I don't know which years are best, but I will say that the old V8 is about the most carefully and robustly built car I have ever seen. The 2017 maybe just a little less so. Nothing ever goes wrong with either; we just have the prescribed maintenance done and that's that. They both live outdoors in New England and are perfectly fine. The 2003's paint has faded in place but other than that there's absolutely nothing wrong with it.

[@johnnyboi5661]

The specs for the 4.0 and 4.7 doesn’t seem far apart, but the difference in them really shines when you tow and off-road. When your going up on elevation, that extra 2 cylinder makes an big difference.

[@norass411]

"This interior is very dated" *laughs in 02 Tundra*

[@kamotube486]

Laughs in 2000 prado

[@kamotube486]

I really like my 00 prado but I hate the sound system and it have some scratches bcz it is 20 years old

[@lynnmckenney1987]

*rolls on the groud laughing in 86 grand wagoneer*

[@josephgomez2249]

Crying in 2015 Ct200h base

[@BPRescue]

My 97 was better off road than my 93, or 03 and probably comparable to the latest generation. They did suffer in capability for a while, at least removing some. But it was still better than all the others. Either way, glad they are getting back in the spirit of off roading. I think for a while they were following those others who wanted a cushy SUV.

[@longobardir]

Imagine what $20K in aftermarket parts would do to the 4th gen ;)

[@trintonsauvola7366]

Probably ruin it

[@basketballplays6911]

That joint would be a classic

[@bderrick4944]

Trinton Sauvola Ruin it? By losing its reliability?

[@longobardir]

@@bderrick4944you mean putting money in my old car will ruin the awesome reliability it currently has? Like the super reliable guaranteed to fail on #6 cylinder head gasket that I'm currently replacing? I'm pretty sure the bilstein shocks I replaced my xreas with, handle great and I haven't had an issue for about 70k, plus they are adjustable and 1/4 the price of replacing xreas shocks. Maybe leaving it stock is the only way to keep it reliable for the average mechanic but being average never got me anywhere.

[@bderrick4944]

r l I didn’t say it would ruin the reliability. I was asking @Trinton Sauvola why adding aftermarket parts would ruin it. No need to get defensive bud.

[@respektetoutlavi714]

My 2004 proper TRD supercharged 4.7 4Runner has 187,394 miles & runs like new. Minimal maintenance aside from healthy oil changes etcetera. The frame will rust out long before the engine dies on these Japanese dreams, but they did do a frame recall back in the day if you were lucky enough to own this unique anomaly back then. The 05's & later don't have the frame rust issues, they also added VVT-i & a few tweaks for noticeable horsepower gain. The legendary 2UZ-FE V8 & 4th gen 4Runner were way ahead of their time!

[@adolfosevilla6237]

I wish I had one :(

[@kskip4242]

@@adolfosevilla6237 me 2

[@chrisw4562]

Original owner 03 4Runner SR5 V8, exactly 20 years today. Just over 160k miles and first minor repairs are coming only now (valve cover gasket and oil filter adapter gasket). This has to be one of the most reliable vehicles ever made, and still fun to drive as it was on day 1.

[@am-dh2gp]

The 4th gen 4Runner was so ahead of it’s time. A traditional body on frame suv with the looks and comfort of a modern crossover paired with the smoothest most reliable V8 ever.

[@Blaqandbloo22]

As time goes on, completely rust-free V8 4th gens (especially the facelifted 06+ years) will become a rare commodity. The main issues with the 4th gens is frame rot, and it's a shame that it's killing otherwise bulletproof vehicles.

[@morganh.3039]

It's a shame they look like an ugly bug.

[@406Steven]

@@morganh.3039 They're not particularly attractive, but I prefer them to the fugly looks on the newer ones with their huge grilles and fake vents all over. 4th gen looks are somewhat bland but not offensive.

[@Blaqandbloo22]

@@morganh.3039 Ugly? I understand to each his own, but the hugely popular 3rd gens look worse imo. Both the pre-facelift (03-05) and facelifted (06-09) 4th gens aged like wine as long as they're taken care of. If you want an offroading SUV exclusively for looks, go buy a Lexus or Jeep. 4th gens are the girls that some may think don't look the greatest, but they love you back every time you're together, never let you down, and you never doubt your decision unless you have a clique you feel the need to impress or you have impossibly high standards. Buy her small anniversary gifts every year and she will stay with you forever.

[@406Steven]

@@Blaqandbloo22 Not much to look at but when other couples are fighting you're just chilling and trying to figure out dinner 😆 Good analogy.

[@MichaelSchwark-yn3jb]

Mine is the 2007 exact version. It´s indestructable, a tank. Buy one, you never need another one.

[@owenburen2419]

Recently got a 2006 with 150,000 miles. Traded my Camry for it, best decision ever!

[@jasonconrad4314]

I've got a 96 3rd gen. Love my 4runner

[@nakulpatel8882]

Owen Buren I’m 14 and I’m trying to save my money up to buy a 4 runner or a Tacoma

[@scionpaul]

I went a little more fancy and picked up a 2004 Lexus GX470, I love everything about it. I plan to keep it for a very long time.

[@Blake-pu3xc]

scionpaul going to be a expensive very long time. Good luck.

[@billvs6505]

Love my 2004 4Runner V8, bought when new and 4Runners were affordable. It has 166,000 miles (~267,000 km). Though I don't off-road as much as I did in my younger days, this vehicle is fully capable. Both off-road and on-road, as well as towing (up to 7000 lbs) campers and a boat (not at the same time😎). Mine is an SR5, so it doesn't have all the fancy stuff of the Limited, but it has suited me perfectly. I love it!

[@OfficialVGOD]

22:30 "I just lost my virginity again, it was as bad as the first time" hhahahahahaha

[@ppoonjr]

Cringy moment. LOL

[@lukuscarter3563]

There’s no such thing as a virgin man. A man has no cherry to pop.

[@juanblendsbiggestfan9610]

@@lukuscarter3563 neither do woman

[@PabloEscobar-dv4rx]

@@juanblendsbiggestfan9610 what

[@savannahjackson8513]

I love the FJ cruiser lurking in the background.

[@LincolnLagger]

Nice comment

[@Big_AlMC]

@@LincolnLagger bad comment

[@nthgth]

@@Big_AlMC pot meet kettle

[@jimwarship9957]

I'm so happy I clicked on "show more replies" 😂😂😂

[@mrvoyagerm]

The FJ is there in case they ALL get stuck! I had one in 2008

[@RexWort]

*See old other car* "Gross its old" 😒 *See old Toyota car* "Hello there young miss" 😉

[@UAE_8100]

Keynesian Economics but expensive 😢

[@RexWort]

حسن الهاشمي Yes but your buying a high quality product not a "premium" brand like other car companies

[@UAE_8100]

Rex Wort agree 100%

[@Timochat_]

So a 1965 Mustang is gross ? A 1956 356 speedster is gross ? Tell me that a fucking GT40 is gross

[@deezy9595]

You couldn't have said it better.

[@andreterrett2433]

Thanks for this review! I felt like I was there with you in my 2006 v8 4Runner. I’ve updated little things like the lighting and added leather to the seats. With only 250k miles I’ll never get rid of it. It’s a beast on hills and highways!

[@mrsoshadabaadman]

20 years later when they re-review these cars still running. They will smile fondly

[@ZaDude1970]

Conclusion: Buy yourself a good clean used Toyota 4Runner & save yourself loads of money. End of story!

[@20alphabet]

@J Medrano You took my comment 😆

[@Roaming50]

Here in Colorado it's hard to find a 4Runner thats a few years old for much less than a new one. I went new because of that. I think you need to go back to the 4th gen like these guys to really start to see cheaper ones.

[@JToona]

J Medrano ENDLESS. MONEY. PIT. #94celica

[@susiedupuy9532]

I'm still driving my '02.

[@cultparade2981]

@@susiedupuy9532 bought an '02 a year and a half ago and did the timing belt/water pump, head gasket, cam seals, drive shaft U joint, new radiator, and just did the front breaks... (family owns an auto repair shop)... thing runs so damn good.

[@19hundoc47]

Waking up to a Throttle House notification is the best way to start 2020

[@19hundoc47]

@@VibrantMango Based off your attitude I'd say it's you that needs higher aspirations this year pal!

[@potisonko9161]

I prefer the old for for its Price value It’s Literally no difference compared to the New one

[@19hundoc47]

@@VibrantMango 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@19hundoc47]

@@VibrantMango You're right, I need higher aspirations with my 3 cars, three houses, hot gf, and 6 figure job. Isnt it time for your nap?

[@19hundoc47]

@Keynesian Economics Oh but it's ok for you to teach strangers online with meaningless opinions a lesson, got it! Keep it up!

[@roberthickham5386]

This video directly affected my garage.... Now I have an 06 GX470 and couldn't be happier. Better pricing and interior than the 4R and a nearly as good off road!

[@atroche1978]

I have a GX470 with the 4.7L V8 and that engine is a beast! I've towed a couple trailer loads of tree trunks (probably a couple thousand lbs each) and the engine didn't break a sweat.

[@willjohn1117]

"Dated interior" = doesn't have a shitty tablet shoved into the dash

[@jactuscack7423]

ok boomer

[@BeyondLumination]

Ever seen the Acura TLX? Dated.....has 2 screens shoved into the dash.....

[@AdamSmith-gs2dv]

That's funny, I drive a 2000 4runner and people literally still think that car is brand new when they see it. Toyota kind of dropped the ball on the 4th gen IMO, it looks too much like a soccer mom car and the interior seems cheaper than the gen it replaced (seriously the 3rd gen 4runner has the best interior of the 4runners, it's layout still holds up today and with a new radio it's hard to tell you are driving a 20+ year old vehicle)

[@farazrizvi2045]

@@AdamSmith-gs2dv I beg to differ on the climate controls. It's simple, I wouldn't say dated, just simple. Everything is mechanical and it works.

[@zenmashofficial]

@@AdamSmith-gs2dv Sorry what? That car is dated.

[@DarthJeep]

They call it "offroading". I call it driving the last 10 miles to my friend''s house for a party. lol

[@MasonSkinner54]

I feel u dood my driveway, my friends driveway and some backroads they'd call it off roading

[@MikeHausheer]

Yeah what the hell. "Offroading" on a ROAD. Hardcore guys

[@slooriginal1727]

Yeah that's nothing

[@slooriginal1727]

You don't need all that off road things for that

[@glxxyz]

I've driven my 2wd car through worse, like the road to my house.

[@Rdallday]

Im stoked to get my first 4runner. Ill be getting a 99 3rd gen Sr5 With 197k miles on it for 5k. Engine is running so strong. Im getting pretty hooked up. Its well maintained no rust and alot has been replaced on it. it was up for 7,500 but was able to get hooked up for 5. These things are tanks. Durable trucks that last a great amount of time. I heard 200k miles is barely breaking it in lol. Specially the 3rd gens.

[@wullgrew1]

This is my favorite car series to watch. I grew up in a mechanic/hot rod family that has strong roots in sarcasm. This clicks all the right buttons.

[@itswigs2062]

When he said “just like student loans, it sticks around” I felt that..

[@jasonablah7702]

And in his country they go to college for basically free.

[@ShaneMathewPhilip]

@@jasonablah7702 Where is college free of cost?

[@rubenbraekman4515]

@@ShaneMathewPhilip here in Belgium it's about 5000 to 7000€ per year on average

[@romanstarodub7314]

In Russia colleges and universities are free. The level of education is fairly high. It's possible to finish masters or PhD abroad with no problem after Russian bachelor.

[@dustintunis9347]

@@romanstarodub7314 - Not exactly free, somebody is paying for it, and that somebody is everybody in higher taxes.

[@jerlaine1638]

I had an 04 V8 Sport with 418k miles when I sold it and it legit ran like new. Absolutely loved it and wish I hadn’t sold it

[@TorahObservantUnitarian]

Gives me hope. My 03 has 128k

[@koreanjoey]

@@TorahObservantUnitarian That's so cute. My 03 V8 sport clicked 300k miles. Probably 60k towing a trailer and a racecar. Only things are I ditch the XREAS when one went out (way too rusty to try and replace that stuff) and put some Bilstein HDs. Oh, and the ABS pump motor had to be replaced (yes you can replace just the motor, no need to replace the whole unit).

[@guccitierrez7648]

“If the video ends here, it’s because something went wrong in the next section” KZbin: cuts to black and then plays an ad 😂😂

[@scotthigginson9748]

I absolutely love the 2020+ 4runner infotainment / screen display. Haven't had a single issue with it and LOVE having real time mileage, weather, music, and other info on the home page.

[@Q.Lawrence]

It's crazy how these things hold their value.

[@freezerlunik]

...and not the price, heh :)

[@Q.Lawrence]

@Татьяна Прокопович same here believe it or not.

[@davevolz6138]

Crazy? It’s called quality!

[@gavinwells6911]

Its also not even amongst the most reliable Toyota engine not top 5 , that comment came out of his asshole

[@dominiquestephenson195]

Gavin Wells - the 4.0 V6 is the most reliable 4Runner motor.

[@jp8950]

Everyone I know, who owns one, new or old, including myself, love their 4 Runner.

[@alexanderdeeds4100]

I enjoyed this video!! Last fall I was able to pick up a 2004 4Runner Limited V8 for $4,800 with 155k miles on it. I had no idea what kind of deal I got until I learned more about this thing - it is a beast of an SUV! I'm looking forward to putting another 150k on it with my wife and kids. I was so blessed to get such a great deal on it.

[@Rapaglia1]

I love the functionality and durability of the 4th gens. But that TRD is beautiful. I’m really excited to see the redesign next year. I hear Toyota has some nice tricks up its sleeve for the next generation of 4Runners, Tacomas, and Tundras.

[@BryByWire]

Unless Toyota decided to borrow yet another platform or motor from another brand, it has ZERO tricks up it's sleave. Toyota makes cheap but reliable transportation appliances. Every year it leans harder and harder on reputation and makes worse and worse 'appliances.'

[@BryByWire]

Even the Jeep has thoroughly updated its available powertrains, which can actually do a road trip at highways speeds without constant downshifts to stay near the speed limit. Toyota out to be ashamed of itself for selling that thing north of $45k.

[@hackxy1165]

@@BryByWireidk about cheap

[@weebly_]

@@hackxy1165 You don't know that Toyota is a cheap car brand? What kind of cope is this, Toyota is cheap get over it.

[@hackxy1165]

@@weebly_ i meant cheap as in prices not quality, 50k is a pretty penny and there are more expensives toyotas above 50k

[@mattgamble5422]

I owned a 2004 V8 Limited for nearly 10 years as the original owner. Honestly best vehicle I’ve ever owned (and I’ve had some decent ones...) Very happy you did this review! Happy New Years fellas!

[@RickTrajan]

@kafene I bet you only got rid of it for how expensive it is to replace.

[@RickTrajan]

@kafene I heard 2 opposite things about it, it's great off road and it does do sh*t. Personally I don't know. Either way not being tied to it is great.

[@MushFbTeam]

When he said Runescape, i loved this channel even more

[@jeffmoore1407]

Neat video. One point I can make is that when off-roading it is wise to not hold onto the steering wheel with your thumbs through it. If you hit something like a root and it causes the front tires to turn suddenly the steering wheel will too, and it can be bad for thumbs.

[@jasondaggett7454]

My '05 4runner has over 430,000k on the V8, and it's still going strong. It's a really refined stump jumper, and a pleasure to own. Good purchase guys.

[@anthonyb2990]

The only issue I've heard on Toyota V8 is the starter is a big job to replace because of the poor positioning of it being way deep in the back of the engine. Have you had to replace yours? And even if they do have that 1 issue that's an insanely reliable engine

[@9452730]

2006 sport edition 6 cel 427000

[@DrifterB]

How many timing belt changes?

[@9452730]

@@DrifterB 0

[@DrifterB]

@@anthonyb2990 how many timing belt changes ?

[@nicholasdupre6916]

That was hands-down one of the most enjoyable comparison videos I have ever watched on KZbin, you made a subscriber out of me. I am the second owner of a 4th gen v8 and you have encouraged me to believe that I too have won at the used car game.

[@AM4project]

I love you guys - these videos are incredibly funny and you actually manage to give honest and useful opinions on the cars. Amazing

[@Dr_Kenneth_Noisewater]

I have a 2003 V8 Limited, silver, 198k mi (wgaf km). I’ve updated the radio long ago to add bluetooth and maps (which themselves are now outdated). I run +1 size DuraTrac tires and this vehicle has been through some pretty rough terrain, although I don’t consider mine a true wheeling machine, although it could be easily enough. I did take it through Devil’s Canyon up near Mt. Evans in Colorado once and it did wonderfully - bone stock. I’ve seen guys mod these and do great on trail/in Moab but I wheeled a TJ Rubicon for several years and that satisfied the bug enough that I chose not to seriously build my 4Runner. The center torsen diff on the 4G 4Runner is a work of art (really look it up - they’re unreal). It’s very efficient, allowing all time 4WD for only a small mileage penalty and it has limited slip diffs front and rear plus ABS-actuated traction control to clamp down on whichever individual wheel begins to spin - so it won’t sit there with one wheel spinning and the other doing nothing like an open diff - especially with the center diff locked. With my DuraTracs and constant 4WD, I have zero problems in the snowy mountains of CO or when it dumps 2+ feet in Denver. The low end torque of the V8 means this things pulls hard. Moving to Denver in 2003 we were hauling a Honda Civic on a Uhaul car trailer behind our big ass Uhaul truck. Well that Uhaul handled the flat lands of Texas not problem but once we got to Memphis, TX outside Amarillo, elevation maybe 3200-3500 ft, that truck decided to stay in 2nd gear. So we bought a trailer hitch (it was that new) and put the Civic behind the 4Runner and hauled it at highway speeds all the way to our house south of Denver at 6000’. I’ve had my 4Runner so long that my son is now learning to drive on it. I’m going to drive it until either the wheels fall off or I give it to my son. But since you can’t get a mid-size V8 new, I’m keeping it in the fam! These are special SUVs imo.

[@billvs6505]

I totally agree - I want my 2004 V8 4Runner to go to one of my sons also. I'm not ready to let go of it though! PS - I live in the foothills between Golden and Boulder, CO.

[@MjekuMati]

You know you’re watching real Canadians when they go off roading in the dead of winter in Ontario and only wear one shirt and a beard.

[@WildWeasel]

It was loads of fun watching these guys do what they do and it really was COLD that day. If anyone's wondering whether Thomas is exaggerating about how cold his leg was... here's an insider tip that says he wasn't. Because that wasn't the only time he fell in that hole. He buried his boot in the ice water there at least THREE TIMES!! :) Walking from one end of that water hole to the other there was only a really narrow bit of ground and lots of slippery ice. Alongside it was a barbed wire fence with posts and small trees that weren't solid enough to provide a good hand hold. So it was a bit precarious and not everyone made it across with dry boots. There was much laughter though. :)

[@ThrottleHouse]

Can confirm I put a small hole in my hand grabbing that fence in desperation

[@Aau79]

😂 and a beard

[@paulcurtis5496]

a farm road is suddenly off-roading...

[@DANGERTASTIC]

MjekuMati after work That’s not the dead of winter....that’s June

[@Grey86]

17:55 the Runescape mention made me love James even more hahah good ole Runescale daus

[@RemyISnow]

I bought my 2006 4runner Limited back in November 2021 for $10,400 with 214k miles. It has 220k miles on it now. I’ve taken it on 6+ hour road trips and that V8 makes it so smooth on the highway. Off-road that same V8 just uses it’s tractor like power to crawl through time and space

[@RadDadicals]

I have 2 4th gen 4Runner's sitting in my driveway. 2003 and 2005, both V8. This video makes me happy.

[@aadi8568]

"Just like student loans. these still stick around. Except this time its a good thing"

[@josen6428]

Nooooooo that hit me 😂😭

[@ayo30s]

Lmao, Right??? 👍🏾👊🏾✌🏾🇳🇬🇺🇸

[@josen6428]

Cj and you do? 🤔

[@aadi8568]

@@ayo30s 🇮🇳🇬🇧

[@catvapecult5876]

@Cj I am 💀

[@remembral67]

So I have been driving a 1996 V6 4 runner for the past 3 years..... I need an upgrade, and I can’t see myself in anything but 4-runners now. 😍🤤

[@shadowstrangler1]

gave my sister my 2000 when i got a 08 V8. i too cant see myself in any other car.

[@justinkwong2983]

What do you guys love about it so much that you wouldn’t trade anything for it?

[@shadowstrangler1]

@@justinkwong2983 reliability, looks and being a great road trip car.

[@remembral67]

@@justinkwong2983 got the truck as a replacement for an actual death trap, and it’s never broken down, never had a flat, has almost all original parts, and it’s a nearly bulletproof beast. If I don’t have to lose my truck, I won’t. Bottom line. And that’s from someone in a 7 vehicle household

[@ChrisParayno]

Best year ever

[@bigstuff17]

I am on my 2nd 4Runner. Previously owned a 1999, and now currently a 2011 4Runner SR5. Granted 2WD and living in Dallas-Fort Worth area, it survived the blizzards of 2021 and 2022. In 2021 I drove from Fort Worth to Irving Monday-Friday, albeit very slow and carefully, the 4Runner was able to make the trips with minimal issues. There were a few times where there was loss of traction that made things a bit gnarly with the rear wheels spinning and fishtailing, but at the end of the day, these vehicles are some of the most capable and reliable vehicles (not just SUVs) on the market.

[@Skoora]

Used to have a 2005 v8 and it was a great drive. Pulled up hills noticeably better and was fun on a straight. Sold it because I got tired of poor headroom in the cabin. It was black with the hood scoop, looked sweet. Wish I had fit in it better.

[@Rahul-ce3no]

The moment of suspense before "soft close" was incredible. You guys have gone officially theatrical. Great video and review!

[@emstnjowtolmsn]

Just got an '05 SR5 V6 4Runner, 170k miles, 3.5" lift, 35" Toyo M/T tires, 4.88 gears, rear locker, LED lights, and Apple CarPlay in great condition for $10k. Driven it cross country and crawled up some gnarly trails in it. Best vehicles ever.

[@D2WrenchWorksDIY]

Awesome to see this & great content guys, you got a new sub here! We got our 2003 4runner about the same time too, it's been all over the country the past few years, towing a loaded trailer, with 236k miles and counting! We will be updating the suspension soon and refreshing the 2UZ with a new timing belt/water pump and valve cover gaskets, shooting for 400k miles! The rust on these third gens can be pretty rough though, I highly recommend keeping an eye on the frame, the steering column shaft and the motor mounts for bad spots! Also get used to slight manifold leaks bc the v8's are all cracked and it's impossible to find replacements that wont do the exact same lol.

[@wullgrew1]

Thanks for making me smile, and laugh while fighting off covid-19.

[@Insaniak15]

I love 4runners and I love terrible jokes, and you guys combine them perfectly! Well done!

[@bri13wvu1]

Great video. I have a 4th gen, a 2008. It's fantastic in the snow and offroad. There are very few vehicles you can get with real 4WD, but also have the lockable center diff for full time AWD. The interior is utilitarian but well designed. I have the V6 version which has a timing chain. Yes the visibility is great, and the roll down rear window is very handy. You still see tons of them on the road. The 4runners are all made in Japan to my knowledge. I think that makes a quality difference. High QC, smaller batches of parts and such.

[@fabfilms94]

4th gen is a beast class. If anyone worried about the front phase, we have aftermarket dope grills and bumpers to make it up.

[@ImDonner]

As the owner of a 2006 4runner, I personally felt it when they mentioned how all older 4runners have cracked leather seats.

[@ZepG]

I bought my 2008 FJ Cruiser new from the showroom floor and have loved it ever since. I've run it in icy conditions at an off-road park similar to what you were driving and it never got stuck once. A-trac and rear locker got me out of anything and I love my manual 4wd shift lever over any electronic option.

[@basithph8958]

Starting of this year with an off-road review with Throttle House YES🔥

[@GTSam]

That was hilarious! James and his narrations had me cracking up!

[@Bearskimethod]

Really enjoyed watching and learning a lot 💪🏻

[@kevinmenjivar3111]

“As he falls into the water” 😂😂😂😂 freaking love it

[@alexanderlovato4902]

MY 07 Runner was the best vehicle ive owned! My wife walked away from getting t-boned by a 1500 Ram. Plus that thing literally took me everywhere...even with the V6.

[@e.a.padilla1347]

I have a 2005 4Runner Sport V8. It has 514,000 miles and it still has its original transmission and original engine. I love this car and have seen a few other 4Runners on-line that have gone over 1,000,000. I'm hoping mine gets that far. When it passed 500,000 miles, I got it painted and had the interior re-done (new carpet & new leather seats (front and back) a change from the standard gray cloth).

[@threefreaksonaleash6619]

I love your videos! Hilarious, fun and always informative 👏🏻 The 4Runner (used most likely) and used 2013 FJ Cruiser (of course haha) are my top two choices right now because of off-road capabilities, space, reliability, etc...But if I could afford it I would buy a new Bronco. Holy shiiiit did they mark those up, huh?! I don’t know who the hell os buying those but I don’t see many in my town.

[@yottambike]

James's sport was runescape what a legend XD

[@thisisntsergio1352]

I'm totally not playing RS rn ;)

[@yottambike]

@@thisisntsergio1352 definitely not, it's so 2007 😉

[@bigslacker666]

I just got a 2019 TRD offroad premium last year for all the same reasons. It's a throwback that has all the old stuff you'd want (body on frame, 4lo, locking rear diff) and most of the new stuff (heated seats, bluetooth, etc.) We play in the mountains a lot, offroading, skiing, mountain biking and outside of REALLY big/technical offroad features the 4runner is unstoppable. I just wish there was a v8 option still so we could tow a decent sized camper.

[@svang1991]

So many good one liners in this review. Seriously you guys are awesome.

[@d3athw1sh51]

17:53 "his sport was runescape" this is the first video I've ever watched on this channel and immediately a fan because of that

[@matsfreedom]

I'll take that "old" vehicle any day. I don't have $67k to throw around.

[@boosted_brody5474]

@bigcitytaken they are Toyotas they see less problems on average than most other vehicles

[@omgitspoony7619]

It’s actually $43k not $67k lol

[@ThrottleHouse]

Canadian dollars

[@omgitspoony7619]

That’s a Lot of loonies lol

[@MaliciousSRT]

@@omgitspoony7619 58k Canadian

[@snipertiger2344]

I’ve got a 2006 Lexus gx470 with the 4.7 V8 which my dad bought new in ‘07 and now mine and going to 200,000 miles and works like new

[@TyrannicalReigner]

07 GX owner here. We replaced my wife’s 15 Honda Pilot last year with it, and other than roominess the way older GX is better in almost every single way.

[@JCintheBCC]

2009 GX here, and it hasn't found anything that stopped it yet.

[@henkstols9326]

The way the smaller guy explained diff lock and low range by saying the vehicle doesn't surge as much as 4H when accelerating is priceless, well done.

[@JeffreyWillis800]

Awesome video guys. I'd like to see you all do an off road test of a 2WD 4Runner.

[@matte8441]

One of the very few if not the only “affordable” proper ladder frame SUVs out there. I work as a Toyota dealer tech and this is the least problematic car in the lineup even by Toyota standards. The GM full sizers aren’t as dependable and the Mercedes G Class is beyond reach for most.

[@pryme2013]

Also one of the last ones made in Japan. Coincidence? No

[@OZD-mb2bs]

Dad has one and it’s been stupid reliable. 230,000 miles He had a Range Rover so he’s loving his Toyota haha$

[@moloono1]

OZ D1983 They always come back to Toyota after a few trips to the mechanic 😂

[@kanevivalakane3699]

This 4th Gen 4runner is similar to Prado 150. Prado 150 is an all time 4wd like GX460 but with an engine of 5th Gen 4runner. Its very stable and reliable on road. Have seen some with 700k kms.

[@nicktryan]

So glad you pointed out the soft close on the 2007 tailgate! I've had four 4Runners and when I went from my 4th gen to 5th gen I noticed soft close was missing and it was a real disappointment. I know gen 5 is considered bulletproof, but that missing feature really made me feel like the 4th gen was better built, gen 5 had cost cutting, or both.

[@devlad]

"James's sport was Runescape" Ahh, a man after my own heart/sporting ability

[@F4834N]

How could you not love these guys, those intros never cease to amaze me 👍🏾 Happy new year everyone

[@klepperkamarad]

So happy I bought my 94 Trooper LS, manual, 135k miles, no rust; 5 years ago for $650. I've paid more in registration fees in the 5 years of ownership than in replacement parts and service.

[@francisfreyre]

Very interesting test! And very useful too! Thank you.

[@gdiman]

Loved this video! I just bought a new 2019 Off Road Premium a month ago and got quite a good deal since they wanted to make room for the 2020 models. It is my 4th 4Runner but first new one and I still kept my 2006 SR5 as my backup. They are both excellent and I only bought the new one because my old one, although very capable, is well...getting older and I felt like I could justify having the best of both worlds. I love them both though and this video bears this thinking out. Nice work guys!

[@jamesdc5641]

Excellent video! I love my ´99 4Runner even more now. Happy New Year, guys!

[@broncokonco]

I have the 4th gen with the rare 3rd row seat option and we love it as a family car. It replaced my jeep for off-road trips because it has more room and is very capable.

[@kevinchavez1603]

Man you guys should’ve bought a 3rd gen 4Runner great video though love the content you guys put out watched every video you put out in the last year keep up the awesome work maybe you guys can put out more 4wheeling videos cause this was my favorite one!

[@HansenPL]

20:37 Narrated by David Attenborough himself. Great video, great humor. Happy new year!

[@crrctd7464]

*Sir

[@thelivefromdenmark]

These guys are just a pleasure to watch. Not only is it informative and interesting, but the generel positive attitude and approach to life is so refreshing. Big fan.

[@User-hb7xv]

Well, they are canadians

[@chrisginoc]

@@User-hb7xv Beat me to it.

[@seraj_eb164]

I like the intro’s very much, always coming for more

[@NoPainLorraine1]

Love Love Love my 2001 3rd Generation SR. My daughter gifted me with it. Lolly was a salesperson for a Toyota dealership. I informed her of this Unicorn, and she purchased it and surprised me with it, October 2020. "Mom!, the Unicorn was a trade-in, and I bought it for you!" Perfect companion to my 2000 Jeep Cherokee! Never owned a brand-new vehicle; never purchased a brand car. Both are still in tip top running condition.

[@AlexArgiropoulos]

If you’re selling that old 4Runner after this, I live in Ontario and I want it.

[@hanithehimbo3382]

Yeah, PayPal me 5000 buck and I'll send you it

[@tempestandacomputer6951]

@mayte I'll pay you 50 bucks when it arrives.

[@rodurrutia3222]

I got a 2006 V8 Sport. Thing is a beast, especially since the aftermarket air intake and magnaflow dual exhaust I put on her. Really helps the engine breathe, sounds good too. Love the full time 4 wheel drive, and that torque:)

[@HafeezNoorani]

With the money you save on the 2008 you can add rear locking and front locking differential controls and a high end audio system. I have a 2004 v8 which is the same body as the 2008 and I love it. Also have 2001 at the family house that's still a workhorse. Great episode and channel, your commentary is hilarious !

[@stout_tossme7541]

This was a great video. The head unit in my 2020 has never done anything like that. After 45k miles, my 4 runner is still AMAZING. I love the v8 in the "old" one. Lol. On a weird note, my daughter has a 2014 Grand Cherokee. The baby seat doesn't fit very well behind the front seats. We don't have that issue in the 5th gen. I know, odd.

[@ShiftedPerspective]

The 4th gen really holds its own! Especially with that V8!

[@01hafkee]

@jason9022 drive a 4.7 and say that again.

[@joepenrod1710]

Won’t last nearly as long. It’s literally one of the best engines ever made

[@lordofwar9638]

4.7 has hit over a million miles in some trucks.

[@matthewgillie7590]

The 4.7 has a belt while the 4.0 has a chain.

[@samanthacallaway2276]

Matthew Gillie That’s why I got the V6 in my 07 4runner. It’s not that the V8 isn’t bad ass, I just didn’t want to deal with the timing belt

[@sylvesteradim1532]

My 4th generation 4runner V6 has really served me. It has never disappointed me despite the bad road in Nigeria. Most of my journey is off road

[@natecrosbie9516]

My dad has a 4th gen as well and the only think he has had to “fix” is replacing the brakes 12 years later

[@bebeslife4519]

I watched this video about a year ago, however my family bought a 2004 4.0 2wd and after months and months of driving it and exploring , I’m back here again!

[@7sunsetmaro7]

I have an 06 GX470 with the 4.7L 222k miles and its smooth as butter. I run 33s and it has torque on demand. Got rid of my 19 TRD Off Road Tacoma. No regrets.