A Look at the Original 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner, A DECADE Later!

[@tonyz2551]

I've had my SR5 for a year now and I still can't stop watching these 5th gen 4runner review videos 🤣 Makes me feel like I'm looking to buy one even tho i already have one 😂

[@BernonCars]

Hahaha that's great 😂😂

[@Antares_451]

Best SUV on the planet...

[@BernonCars]

Yes it is!!

[@theUltimateLord]

Nah that honor goes to the land cruiser

[@CaptainFALKEN]

​@@theUltimateLord too expensive. 4runner all day

[@AaliyahCamroen]

Just purchased one yesterday Love it so far

[@Aisinn]

I love my 2012 Trail 4Runner. My dad got it when it came out in 2012 and handed it down to me in 2019. The happiest I have ever been in my life was getting that 4Runner.

[@BernonCars]

That's great to hear! 😆

[@kianaharcourt9776]

I have a 2011 I love her. She’s family.

[@BernonCars]

Nice, as she should be!! I wish you many years to come with her!

[@we-can-still-be-friends]

Best car review channel on YT by far. Excited to see what the channel does in 2024!

[@BernonCars]

Thank you!!!

[@andregonsalvez9244]

Great review 😊 ! I traded in my 2017 Ford F150 V8 for a 2024 4RUNNER just for it's simplicity and durability and I intend to keep it for many of years .

[@BernonCars]

Thank you! Oh nice! Yeah the 4Runner will serve you well!

[@tonyz2551]

Best decision you'll ever make! 😎👍🏼

[@milanparekh3376]

Thank you for review the OG 5th gen. Don't see many reviews with the old face. I have a 2011 and it's so reliable and easy to maintain on your own. The best model is the limited for full time 4wd.

[@BernonCars]

Absolutley! It's been a bucket list review for me to make. Cheers!

[@juand.perezl.9389]

Just purchased a 2024 4runner limited and couldn't be any happier that I made that decision. Always been a huge fan of the 5th gen 4runner since it came out on 2009. Love it, it's my daily driver. My 4runner is fully loaded so it has that fancy suspension, but let me tell you it makes a big difference in ride comfort. I rent a 2022 4runner and puy about 2,800 miles back and forth from Jersey to South Carolina, so I'm very familiar with the 4runner. I also used to work on both 4th and 5th gen 4runner as previous Toyota tech. Highly recommended it, grab one while you can because I have to wait for a little be for mine. Last but not least, yes fuel economy is trash, but you don't buy this truck for fuel economy. You buy a 4runner to appreciate how simple and straightforward everything is, with some modern creatures comfort. I will add some mod to mine, nothing crazy because I have a small child and my wife is on the short side so I actually had to running boards to the truck because of it. Hey Happy wife, happy life. Nevertheless, I'm very happy with my purchase. Hey Ben, keep up with the good work and hope your channel continues to growth.

[@BernonCars]

Nice!! I love the 5th Gen too! So great. Enjoy it!! I appreciate you tuning in!

[@MattaKY5064]

Hey Bern! Love the video! 4Runners are wonderful. I currently have a 4th gen V8 limited and it is my favorite vehicle, and I’ve owned many! I used to own a 3rd gen, which I also loved but the ride quality of my 4th gen is so much better.

[@BernonCars]

Thanks man! Nice! I love the V8. Such a tank!

[@pedrorubio950]

I still have my 2011 limited with 253k miles . I don’t think I’ll ever let it go

[@BernonCars]

Yeah never let it go!

[@arislopes1924]

I’ve always liked the looks of the original 5th gens they look like a modernized version of the 3rd gens with those iconic boxy headlights. Toyota really did it right with both generations in everything.

[@BernonCars]

Right! They are the best to me haha

[@mrboggs96]

I have a 2014 and I love it.

[@BernonCars]

Nice!!

[@AlphaShark]

Never clicked on a video so fast!

[@BernonCars]

Lets gooo!!!! 😆😆😆

[@shaunxkoo]

Great detailed review! Good stuff 👍

[@BernonCars]

Glad you enjoyed it!! Thank you!

[@ROSENSTOEV]

Mine is the same, but 2010 one and color light gray ! I only upgraded the suspension and front bumper with TRD pro look as well as the tires and wheels 🛞 also from TRD pro version! This truck is a beast, love it!!!

[@BernonCars]

Oh nice!! Yeah I hope you continue to enjoy it!

[@cormacsage7126]

Very knowledgeable and clear understanding review of 4Runner

[@BernonCars]

@@cormacsage7126 thank you!

[@lukemarvin]

I really wish you had done the Party Mode demo with your theme song. 🎉

[@BernonCars]

Damnnnn good idea!! Next time XD

[@ChaiNinja]

Funny I just bought this same model less than 30 days ago with 162k miles on it and it is still such a great truck. Like your s mine is still really clean inside and out.

[@BernonCars]

Oh wow what a coincidence haha

[@Flub_Kub]

Wow! It tows up to 5,000lbs? Thats great! My 2011 Suburban LT 1500 with 5.3L, and 3.08 rear end gears only tows 5,500lbs max. If i just swap to 3.73 and beef up the suspension, sure, it'll tow about 8,500lbs, but for a V6 4.0L to tow 5,000lbs, that's far more superior than a stock base model suburban! Toyota is truly amazing!

[@BernonCars]

Yeah 5000! Funny enough that's the norm for midsize V6 SUV's haha

[@jasonthach44]

10:10 those are called Molle Panel Racks or side roof racks.

[@BernonCars]

Ahh thank you!

[@pford]

Just discovered your channel - you're like the Marques Brownlee of cars. Loving it!

[@BernonCars]

Ahhhh that means a lot to me!! Thank you!!

[@richiel3507]

Got a 2011 at 173k km, put 60k on it and still runs flawless, nothing broke ever

[@BernonCars]

Sweet!!

[@cheezr323]

I purchased a 2010 limited because like you said its basically the same vehicle, why should i pay 55k for a new limited?? Yeah it has like 225k now but that doesn't scare me because the 4.0L is bulletproof, and i do all the maintenance on it, hopefully it lasts me a lifetime!

[@BernonCars]

Excellent news!! Yeah it'll easily be one of the best vehicles you've owned!!

[@masonchase085]

Our 3,000$ 07 sienna with leather and a hitch has most of these options, more space, cheaper tires, etc

[@BernonCars]

Two machines for two different needs!

[@walterwhitebear]

Excellent job!! Thank you :)

[@BernonCars]

Thank you!!

[@joshuaenochjacobs]

The rear seats do recline. There’s just a second lever!

[@BernonCars]

Ahh yes thank you!

[@Stormtrooper_98Trd]

2nd gen 4runners had rear wiper behind spoiler on top

[@BernonCars]

Ohhh right!

[@Shutterspeedstudios]

Did anyone in here trash the xraes and go with fox2.0s i need to upgrade my springs now

[@omarcastilli7120]

My uncle had his 2010 Toyota 4Runner since 2011 and it hardly gives him problem and only has 150,869 miles on it but he use his 2015 Chevy equinox ltz that gives him problems😅

[@BernonCars]

Nice!! Yeah that's Toyota for you haha

[@kayoss662]

That engine has enough power to pass out a mail truck! LOL.

[@BernonCars]

LOL the Iron Duke!! 😂

[@bradbowser2555]

Rear recline level is down by your hip. The Limited is real leather seats

[@BernonCars]

Ahh that's what I thought!!

[@treeceysfatcatenterstheroo5622]

17 in the city 23 on the hwy?? Where??? 🤔😂

[@BernonCars]

Somewhere 😂

[@anotheran]

I had a ‘98 4Runner sr5. Slow, so much body roll. Look underneath and, like all Japan made vehicles, rust like heck. I hated driving it.

[@BernonCars]

It's come a long way LOL

[@anotheran]

​@@BernonCars whoops I meant 98 4runner. I have luckily not had to drive a newer model. Had a 2023 Highlander base and it was a dreadful vehicle to drive. And that was unibody. I can't imagine how badly the current 4runner drives.

[@BernonCars]

@anotheran interesting, what didn't you like about the Highlander? Just curious

[@anotheran]

@@BernonCars mushy brakes, disconnected steering, and body roll.

[@BernonCars]

@@anotheran that makes sense, they are pretty numb to drive

[@Mayday898]

Love my 2010 limited , still like brand new

[@BernonCars]

Nice!!