2024 Bronco vs 4Runner.. Did I Make a Mistake?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

2024 Ford Bronco Review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJfWinilrd-Uatk 2024 Toyota 4Runner Review: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2WsaoyGmd90a7s

[@Ro-StreetTriple]

I've had that same generation 4Runner and currently own a Bronco with the Sasquatch package. Enjoyed the 4runner and was very comfortable on long trips but the engine was just outdated. The Bronco is so much more fun and don't regret it at all.

[@cheekimfbreeki9606]

I went from a f150 with 2.7EB and 10 speed to a 4Runner with the 4.0 NA and 5 speed. The 4Runner shifts so perfectly smooth. That ford 10 speed was atrocious. I absolutely hated the way the shifts felt always searching and slightly jerking. That 2.7 engine though was so much fun.

[@klugger01]

@@cheekimfbreeki9606 True dat! with a 4.0l NA v6 and a 5 speed transmission, towing a 5000 LB trailer? The Toyota will never shift out of 3rd gear, you will be in the right hand lane with the Amazon trucks passing you all the way to the campground. Your shipment will show up before you do. LOL

[@am8370]

@@klugger01 I would like to know how the Bronco handled towing your 5000 lb trailer? Did it make it to the campground before your Amazon package?

[@simd510]

4runner makes you feel dead inside

[@davidglad]

If you want to have your vehicle running perhaps decades after the apocalypse, you get a 4Runner. I would say side by side, being lifted and looks-wise, for this moment I have a soft spot on the Bronco. Price and value if I spent the money I'd just be way more confident on the 4Runner.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@davidglad yea I like that the 4Runner has that flexibility where it has resale value and is one of the few new cars that can be kept past the warranty period. If 3 years from now car market goes asinine again and interest rates are 20%, I won’t bother leasing another new vehicle I’ll just buy out the 4Runner.

[@theodoreyoung8777]

Yo my bro 🤝😎👍🏾👍🏾

[@michaelstarr1285]

50k no ty

[@Reecesavage-Alwayswin]

​@ProudAmericanAmericanplenty of 2.3s and 2.7s doing fine pass 200k miles on KZbin

[@Reecesavage-Alwayswin]

@ProudAmericanAmerican Got it 👍

[@jdogtag567]

4runner definitely the better vehicle

[@wbwayne8887]

I would choose the 4R every single time. However if I wanted a comparable off road version to the Bronco, it would have to be the 4R TRD Pro. Your Gen looks way better than the redesigned one also. Bulletproof V6.

[@cheekimfbreeki9606]

I have a TRD pro and I still think the bronco kicks its ass while off-road.

[@wbwayne8887]

@@cheekimfbreeki9606 You made the right choice. Nice!

[@PNWroueleur]

I own both currently. 2023 TRD Pro and 2023 Badlands. 4R is outdated but it’s better built by a wide margin. Badlands is garbage on fit and finish. Doubt either option powertrain in the Bronco will last or be remotely as reliable the outgoing gen 4R.

[@jerryc7016]

4Runner all the way. Built in Japan and naturally aspirated V6. Stay away from the turbocharged engines if you want reliability.

[@Mahdah1955]

Agree

[@zripster]

Too bad the next-gen 4runner ditched the NA v6 for a turbocharged 4

[@PrideofAmerica7332]

@@zripsterthat’s exactly why I bought my 2024 4R TRD Pro now instead of waiting for next year.

[@Seashed]

Traded a Bronco Black Diamond Sasquatch for a TRD Off Road, never looked back.

[@zihaoli1549]

my 2.7 wildtrack has misfire and can't be fixed

[@simd510]

​@@zihaoli1549what happened

[@daviddannenberger4813]

Had a Four-runner, it was a boring rattle trap, have a Badlands Sasquatch and I love driving it.

[@christianbearden28]

Everyone that has responded that own a Bronco say the noise is louder than any vehicle they’ve ever had and the rattling is unbelievably bad. I’d say 90%+ still love them, but they all complain about the rattles and over all wind noise.

[@callsign.iceman7913]

If you’re looking for offroad Capabilities Bronco. Cool factor, mod market, iconic design, it’s a good balance between rugged good looks and comfort.

[@ruckinehround6965]

Don’t worry your 4 runner will last as long as you take care of it.

[@DJR33333]

The Bronco looks cool and has impressive capabilities, but if you’re keeping the vehicle for more than a couple years, I’d go 4Runner all day long. Better build quality, proven to last forever, more capable than anyone needs, and also looks great. Cant go wrong with a 4Runner if you can afford it.

[@treasurethetime2463]

Anybody 40+ i can understand the love of the bronco. Nostalgia is a mfer. If you have no recollection of the bronco, it is difficult to understand why you would overpay for that Ford.

[@Reecesavage-Alwayswin]

Good for you, I would never trade my 2.3 non-sas big bend for a 4runner. Keep in mind that I've only ever owned 4runners. 40k in and no issues at all. Now, my other issue with these comparisons is that I believe the Bronco is more comparable to the Wrangler or Gladiator than the 4runner. The 4runner is still a great flagship vehicle, but the Bronco is truly a "Go over any terrain" type of vehicle with the removable top.

[@jackcolt6875]

I have a TRD Pro 4Runner and a Sasquatch Bronco Badlands. They are both great vehicles, but I do have more faith in the longevity of that Toyota V6.

[@jackcolt6875]

@@todfrownfelter800 Get the 4Runner before it goes turbo, it'll never be the same after that!

[@lorddrake8566]

I sold my 4runner, veey uncomfortable, good reliability but not as capable of my wildtrak Bronco. I also have my Lexus GX 2004 very solid and comfortable..

[@TrailRN4R]

Great video. This was a huge decision for me personally. I recently just purchased a 24 4Runner TRD Pro in Underground. I was primarily looking at a 2023 Bronco Badlands with the Sasquatch package in eruption green, I agree with you about the riding experience 4Runner is much better, but when it comes to durability and resilience, the Bronco just can’t hold a candle to the 4Runner. Yes the 4Runners engine is loud, not that powerful, and a thirsty engine at 16-18 mpg (22-23 if you keep it under 3k rpm and speed limits of 55-65, with or without the AC on) but what you get is bulletproof reliability. Why would I buy a 60k-70k Bronco and have to worry about tire rods or a steering rack? Just honestly not worth the hassle. If Ford could make the Bronco more reliable and didn’t totally botch the availability the first couple of years of its release I probably would have bought it. But I’m so happy I bought the 4Runner, especially the TRD Pro… *even with the nitto Terra grapplers 😂* Also Toyota should definitely be paying the Car Care Nut and Automotive Press for their reviews of the 4Runner. They were pretty huge influences in my purchase.

[@rorythomson3439]

If i was buying a vehicle just to have fun with, id get the 2 door bronco with the manual 4 cyl. But for all other reasons id probably get the runner.

[@burningknuckle26]

Toyota all the way.

[@Zenergist]

I went to carmax two days ago to look at broncos and 4runners. The salesman shook his head and said " you don't want the bronco. Trust me. Its not worth it." He then went on to explain that broncos are top of their list of problem vehicles.

[@indaydongtv5139]

ez 4runner🤷🏽‍♂️

[@joey86bu1]

Choosing a Ford over a Toyota is like choosing to stick your junk in blender versus remaining in tact.

[@bax737]

LOL. 😂. Priceless comment

[@lorddrake8566]

Life is just one, enjoy what you love! Bronco is cool and capable, I possess both

[@JeepCherokeeful]

Says the guy who doesn’t know Toyota recalled over 100k vehicles due to potential engine failure…clueless is bliss

[@Giampirco]

@@JeepCherokeefulthat’s all soyota fanboys have to grasp at, re-reliability!!

[@joey86bu1]

@@JeepCherokeeful Says the guy with a Stellantis model name as his name not knowing that is the abso worst brand out there. Thanks for your 70 iq hot take but do the world a favor and go back to sleep.

[@AyePeckWay]

I do like the driveability of the 4Runner over the Full size Bronco. However the 1major complaint is the fact of the dangerously wide turning radius of the Toyota is a major issue! And in snow the 4Runner in 4wH turn response is actually 20 something feet. With that said TRD has a much peppier experience with the annoyment of needing to under steer to place the truck where you want it.

[@FourT6and22]

I've had a '21 4Runner TRD Pro since October of 2020. While the drivetrain/powertrain have been good, there are a few issues with 4Runners. Uncomfortable seats. Lack of interior creature comforts most modern vehicles have. And... RUST. 4Runners RUST like crazy. Had to literally take a saw to my lower control arms to cut them off the vehicle because the cam adjust bolts had rusted and seized. Alignments could no longer be done. This is a very common problem on 4Runners. And it's nearly impossible to get new cam adjust bolts from Toyota. They are incredibly rare and hard to get due to a shortage from the factory. And when you can find them, you're gonna pay $400 for a couple of bolts. Lots of rust on the frame. Lots of rust on the body. Toyota paint is also horrible. Car is completely covered in rock chips and rust. Common problem.

[@Zenergist]

Do you live in the ocean ? Lol. Never heard of such a problem so soon. Rust affects all vehicles. Not sure why 4runner would be more prone to rust than any other vehicle. Move onto land bro.

[@FourT6and22]

@@Zenergist Never heard of it? Come on... It's been a problem on most Toyotas for decades, especially the 4Runner. Even a simple Google search will show you. Even the rear "garnish" trim piece on the tailgate is known to cause rusting and paint damage at the corners due to bad design. There's a reason the LCA cam adjust bolts are impossible to find. There's a nation-wide shortage for a reason. Because they're in such high demand from them rusting and needing to be cut off to do an alignment... Call up your local Toyota dealership and try to order those bolts. They'll laugh you off the phone. Something about the 4Runners does cause them to rust more. Their paint is pretty bad. Huge issue with Toyota's white paint as well where they messed up the clear coat and it flakes off the cars. Big recall/warranty issue with that going back 10 years.

[@Zenergist]

@@FourT6and22 idk man. I've heard of rust on 4runners certainly, but not more than other brands. Any steel framed vehicle will rust . For yours to rust that much in 3 years means you're in an extremely bad environment. Maybe lots of salted snow in the North East ?

[@FourT6and22]

@@Zenergist SF Bay Area. I had a Lexus IS300 for 10 years that saw winters in upstate NY, MA, CT, and Detroit that had zero rust. This 4Runer is in California and is already rusted to hell. It's a common problem whether you've heard of it or not...

[@Zenergist]

@@FourT6and22 that is strange indeed considering Lexus vehicles are made in the same factory as 4 runners, in Tahara Japan. You might want to talk to your dealer about that.

[@cruzinthruspace]

Bronco interior is small not to mention noisy. Yet its bigger on the outside compared to the 4. 4Runner all day

[@wbwayne8887]

I'd also say the Hyundai N's have good sounding 2.0T engines. I actually like them more in Sport as opposed to Sport+ drive mode though. The crackle and pops are just a little much imo.

[@timgibson3754]

Turbos for these aren't time tested. I still remember being pushed to sell whatever you got and buy the cab forward designed American made cars. Where are they now?

[@Anomize23]

Both are cool trucks. Wished there were more automakers competing for this segment 🙈

[@leec440]

Do a comparison with new gen 4Runner and bronco. Both will probably be junk looking at both companies race to the bottom now days. Toyota of old is no mas

[@Bmwguy2011]

Yupp I hear bad things about the new Toyota v6.

[@stevensilver1679]

I love my '21 4Runner. Ventura w/trd stuff. Barcelona red. What a beautiful color. I decided this over the Bronco due to Ford's continued quality issues. It is PERFECT FOR ME!

[@vikashummer]

4R all the way!!!

[@fullspeedfordbronco]

You think that stock 2.3L is fast? I’ll let you drive my 400 WHP 2.7L Twin Turbo Bronco Sasquatch. I live right outside of Raleigh.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@fullspeedfordbronco I mean a Tesla Plaid is fast 😅 these vehicles are effortless for the street and satisfactory for anyone looking to buy or lease. I think I may be able to get a Raptor Bronco this year to test so I will be sure to provide my detailed thoughts on it but I thank you for trusting me and allowing me to test your epic Bronco my friend! Enjoy the vehicle that’s truly a blessing and subbed to your channel 👍

[@cynicalcb]

Bronco not having vents in the backseat is a deal breaker

[@Jlb-fz7nl]

Reliability wise there’s no comparison between them but there are other factors

[@delcorick9967]

Loose the Bronco,, go with the TOYOTA!! no joke you'll have a much better suv than that Ford! Many of those Fords have alignment issues wearing out the front tires, there's just things your gonna have to accept and deal with in that Ford that you can avoid going into a TOYOTA

[@mkgnlgt]

Apples to oranges comparison?! The Bronco and Wrangler are in a class of their own, the old FJ flirted with the concept but never fully committed, which is probably why it failed. Your 4Runner is an outstanding vehicle, but comparing it to a Bronco doesn’t make sense, you’d be closer to hitting the mark comparing it to a Grand Cherokee??? The 4Runner is light, nimble and a surprisingly smooth drive, the Bronco is a brute! It’s like comparing a fine kitchen knife to a cleaver, two very different tools! Enjoy the 4Runner!

[@swimmer8585]

Woah let’s not throw insults to the 4Runner. The 4Runner was the only SUV that was body on frame with a solid rear axle for years before ford brought back the bronco. It’s just as much of an off roader as the bronco. The 4Runner doesn’t have the variety or the modularity of the bronco from the factory, but it has more aftermarket products than the bronco does. Judging from that comment alone shows you don’t know much about the 4runner

[@Zenergist]

​@@swimmer8585he wasn't insulting the 4runner.

[@swimmer8585]

@@Zenergist he compared it to a grand Cherokee. That’s an awful insult

[@Reecesavage-Alwayswin]

​@swimmer8585 What he's saying is true comparing a family road trip vehicle to a "go over any terrain" vehicle with a removable top is apples to oranges. One drives like a big SUV and the other drives like a truck with heavy duty axles.

[@swimmer8585]

@@Reecesavage-Alwayswin the 4Runner can go over any terrain for decades longer than a bronco. I own a 4Runner. I’ve taken it on gnarled trails. You put 35s on it like the bronco and it’ll do any trail in North America. I’d say world but the rest of the world would laugh at the thought of driving a ford since everywhere outside the US Toyota dominates the off road market

[@Mahdah1955]

Toyota V6 natural aspirated engine is unbeatable regarding durability & relaibality، new engines V6 & 4 cylenders turbo charged proved to be junk .

[@truthnow902]

I would agree with you about 25 years ago but those days are long gone, they can barely keep up the reliability to a Chevy and that's not good definitely the Broncos and Hondas the way to go!!!!

[@ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow]

Congrats man!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow thank you my friend!

[@NeBoFoRiOn]

i sold my 2019 4runner trd pro and bought the 2024 bronco badlands sas and i feel my 4runner was the best vehical i could have had and felt reliable and trusted it had it 4 years 100k kms on it no probs no noises and only 10kkms on mhy bronco nad already got noises wish i kept my 4runner ther bronco is fun to drive and i do like it got the manual too thats what i wanted only reason for selling 4runner was for the manule autos are to boring for me to drive hate them

[@sinajetta1746]

Turbos = more moving parts which equates to more parts that could give.... Na v6 on 5th gen all the way

[@BigRudy53]

Had a new bronco 2.7 with sasquatch pkg and 2021 trd premium off road 4runner. Toyota vero beach, fl wanted to buy my 4runner at an oil change, sold them the bronco with 3k miles. Bronco is fun to drive, but quality is in the 4runner. Bronco plastics inside were awful.

[@NeBoFoRiOn]

4runner had the worst front breaks ever tho always front tires lock up and slide in hard to medium breaking the bronco breaks are way better stops good '

[@rfbarillas]

Toyota 👏🏽 💯

[@McExplorer1]

I think with all the reliability issues toyota is having right now. The better option is the Bronco. Not only that but the 4 runner TRD isnt as good off road as the badlands Bronco

[@blackwatch7151]

You do realize the 4Runner is not a redesigned generation like the problematic Tundra. This 4Runner is in its 15th model year and is extremely reliable.

[@anoop4243]

​​@@blackwatch7151Not any more. The new model(2025) comes with a Turbocharged 2.4L 4 cyl engine. Should be way better than the outgoing v6 model performance & efficiency wise, but not comparable to the Broncos, especially the Raptor.

[@blackwatch7151]

@@anoop4243 they haven’t been released yet and the video is comparing it to the 5th gen. With the problems Toyota is having with the Tundra and now Tacoma I would still take the 4.0 over the new runner that’s coming. But reliability is my main concern when buying a vehicle.

[@anoop4243]

@@blackwatch7151 I see, well when I choose a vehicle, I put performance, comfort and technology over everything else. I'm not worried about maintenance, as I just get the extended warranty, and trade in every 10 yrs or so. Based on current options, Bronco seems the to be the best, followed by Defender & Jeep. The old 4R is something that I'd never consider, not sure if the new one would be competitive. Looks like it makes 278hp from a 2.4, so I'm guessing nowhere close to the Broncos, but it'd be good to see how they perform next year, when it's launched(March 2025). I am more interested in the new Armada (Patrol), I know it doesn't compete here, but it looks like a very good offering.

[@blackwatch7151]

@@anoop4243 the Broncos are awesome. My daughter has one. They are fun!

[@Excalabur50]

Nice comparison!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@Excalabur50 thanks!

[@ronaldprather6944]

They might as well put a V8 engine in it. The gas mileage for the 4 cylinder is pathetic. It defeats the purpose.

[@stevenm6301]

I just started the video. If you bought the Bronco, yes, mistakes were made.

[@devongee1776]

I'm gonna just say "yes" before watching the video. Algorithm baby

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@devongee1776 😅 appreciate you my friend

[@austincolt3306]

The sound is fake on the bronco piped through the speakers.

[@sharonmallett6996]

Well the lights on the Bronco are beyond annoying! I just need a rock crawler. What about roof racks and hitch, need to carry toys. I just want a proficient camping car, without the bugs😂

[@chikidd24]

I have an outer banks we do have power seat

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@chikidd24 thank you for confirming this!

[@Slythey]

We both know you didn't make a mistake buying the 4runner over a Bronco, lol

[@ACE_.]

4Runner all day ! Bronco got too many issues just like wranglers.

[@Papershields001]

The Bronco has twice the attitude of the 4Runner. Take the roof and doors off and it’s three times the attitude.

[@sinajetta1746]

Bad lands with lux comes with auto seats

[@christofonobrown3659]

For short term ownership, probably a wash.

[@michaelcelis538]

Broncos are cool, I, in the past owned a 5.8 bronco, I put 350k miles before I gave it to my son, truck was great, but I doubt these new broncos 4cyl,/6cyl turbos will offer that longevity. In this respect, I give it to the 4.0 NA 4Runner!!

[@JimmyDeneus-e9k]

Ford Bronco is better that's my own opinion 🤎

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@JimmyDeneus-e9k yea I think I enjoyed driving it a bit more main benefit of 4Runner in this comparison is surprisingly refinement especially with those bridgestones

[@user-hf8ie8mf3n]

I’m in a 4runner now, our fifth one, but I do love the new Bronco. Whether it has the reliability or not, that’s the question. Still, as an original Bronco owner from way back, I like the new concept. Nicely done. 👍🤪🏳️‍🌈

[@adventurousairman]

Broncos are Junk my friend

[@keithfitterer6899]

I had 4 runners and the fj cruiser. Great reliable vehicles. I now have a 2022 bronco 4 door with the sas pkg. love it!! Only drawback, the rear door opening on the 4 runner was better than the bronco! Rear window could be opened and the spare tire was underneath the vehicle!

[@NeBoFoRiOn]

and the sas tires are trash rear half worn out at 10k km and throw rocks everywhere

[@Wrangler59]

Go with the Toyota. Ford is trash.

[@jayczyzyk9707]

Ford engine is not durable or will last long

[@theodoreyoung8777]

👊🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@thewalletwarrior]

Toyotas are so ugly