BUY IT NOW! 2024 Toyota 4Runner Tackles Thick Mud - End of an Era

[@jrod237]

This gen looks to be one of the GOATs of capability & reliability of 4x4 SUVs. I’d feel like a boss and confident in this gen 4Runner, not old or dated. Love this channel!

[@stevensilver1679]

I absolutely love my '21 4Runner. I can't imagine a more perfect vehicle.

[@joetaravella13]

I've worked for Toyota for the last 13+ years, and after seeing, driving and dealing with the "new Toyota Truck Line" that has been introduced..I just picked up a '24 4Runner TRD PRO...last of the dinosaurs. Get one while you can...this new generation of Toyota Trucks is something that Toyota is going to regret for a long, long time.

[@2Cenery]

My 5th Gen has 373k miles on it and running stronger than ever. I still trust it to take me anywhere. Few problems, much awesome.

[@gerard4441]

It sold for 14 years for a reason. So definitely get one!!!

[@skoolynugenator1802]

Never getting rid of my ‘22 ORP. It will last forever and is probably one of the easiest vehicles to work on if ever needed.

[@dig494]

Yep. I have a 21 TRD OR bought new. Just did a 7k mile road trip. Ain't never gonna sell it, ever! Even made into a small camper as long as you don't bring the GF. It loves AK, YK, AB, BC. Home is AK and loves living here.

[@satx08cbr]

I’ve been building Toyota trucks for 15 years out here in Texas. Knowing what I seen from Toyota the last few years I knew I had to purchase this! 8/1/24 I bought this exact model at invoice plus 5625 down payment. My wife is in love with this beast and do not regret it one bit!

[@Sidewinderguy]

Definitely buy one!! The new Toyotas like the tundra and taco are proving Toyotas not the same anymore sadly.

[@freedomisntfree_44]

Toyota has had problems in the past, then they fix it or come out with something to replace it that’s bulletproof

[@davedavid0]

@@freedomisntfree_44yeah just engine and transmission problems, nothing major.

[@SlackTastic]

@@davedavid0 Also rear end and frame rust… no big

[@freedomisntfree_44]

@@davedavid0 yeah the 5.7 dropped valve spring at first. Now known to be a million mile engine. I forgot KZbin was full of 12 year olds and the world started during their generation 🙄

[@davedavid0]

@@freedomisntfree_44 listen hear you bundle of sticks, not a soul is interested in opinions of 12 year olds. Keep those thoughts to yourself, pal

[@handle1x1]

5 th gen is a long term keeper ! They age gracefully. 4 years of trouble free fun so far…

[@SteveCallsen]

Got a 24 trd off road premium 3 months ago, so glad i did!! Unless i crash n burn, should be set for life. Absolutely appreciate the simplicity & reliability, very sad to see toyota doing what they are doing with quality these days!!!! I guess nothing stays the same. I have a 98 Tacoma that has the same quality & reliability as the 24 4 runner & i don't care what anybody says, in my opinion, Toyota should just keep building these types of vehicles, they last forever if u take care of them & hard working people deserve an opportunity to purchase a good quality item like this that lasts, it seems our society has totally lost that, very frustrating & sad!!

[@Troystoy]

Got my 24 4 runner Trd Pro a month ago and couldn’t be happier and no regrets coming from a 23 Tacoma Pro ……what’s makes it even better was …it was paid for when I drove off the lot !! 🙏

[@CJ-rk5eg]

Your video taking this vehicle through the ice and mud up to your windows was epic!

[@mikefoehr235]

I remember that one

[@NoName-rg3np]

This guys channel deserves more love and subscribers!

[@volvo09]

Truck king rocks

[@JonLaRue]

I bought one! I went for an Off-road Premium. Very happy.

[@adamlfa4546]

It may not have all the tech, bells and whistles as its competitors but it will get you back home.

[@markj10]

Best purchase of 2024! Love my new 4Runner TRD Pro🎉

[@LK-bz9sk]

Congrats. Good purchase.

[@beri232]

Lucky bugger! Lol

[@Marine2111usmc]

Same i got a 24 Trd Pro in Underground.

[@Marine2111usmc]

I got a 24 Pro in Underground. We love it.

[@kylekazmir5184]

The 4Runner was always a vehicle that I wanted. I picked up a 23 TRD Off Road a month ago and despite the horrible fuel economy and anemic powertrain it's everything I wanted it to be. I absolutely love the thing. It has a charm to it that is difficult to describe and will be a a vehicle I keep as long a possible.

[@stephanematis]

as a '17 TRD Off Road owner, your description of the powertrain is sadly dead on. I love the KDSS, the roll down rear window, but there are times where the engine/transmission make think '80s under-powered econobox and I am torn recommending it. Towing ? Painful choice. Need to pass someone while loaded for back country travel ? Plan it well. Will I change this reliable beast ? Hard to consider given the alternatives. I do recommend that people treat the undercarriage, say with lanolin, if you live in the salt belt. And if you have a TRD Off Road, exercise the 4L mechanism as often as you can on loose surface, otherwise it gets cranky. My transmission often won't get out of 4L in the normal manner, needing to stop in neutral, power off and then shift. When asked, I always mention how I wish the V8 had been an option on the 4Runner, my gut says it was built and sized for the larger engine.

[@timalan7406]

@@stephanematis Your description is exactly why this and other Toyotas are such great trucks. The 4.0 is built for 385 hp but is tuned to 278. If it were tuned to make you happy with the power, it wouldn't last long. That is why other manufactures suck, they chase numbers and impressions, which in the long run are worth about as much as their used trucks.

[@stephanematis]

@@timalan7406 I understand that, which is why I wish I had a de-tuned V8 as option.

[@timalan7406]

@@stephanematis I do to, even a 3.5L v8 would be fine.

[@Ttya-bm4gk]

@@stephanematishey buddy . That’s how it’s supposed to be put in and out of 4l you’re supposed to stop first and put the trans in neutral . It’s not cranky .

[@Vinnyv_93]

Traded in my 22 SR5 tundra for a 24 ORP 4Runner and absolutely love the 4Runner. Might be my favorite vehicle I’ve owned

[@billyrock8305]

GOAT Topgun SUV. 🥇 Awesome review. Canadians are awesome 👍. Your prime minister rocks too. Topgun cool leader. I’d wait for the new 4Runner. More awesome tech and looks better. 🇨🇦 #1

[@billseiler4952]

Purchased a 2024 TRD OFP. …bucket list item checked. Did not want to beta test a small 4cyl with turbo

[@shawnbrodrick8673]

...with hybrid😢

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

Do the noises from the crawl control matter? At least it's authentic.

[@toddmanning7844]

I recently bought a 2024 TRD OR Premium. Bought it for the longtime reliability and its simplicity, and old school features such as the manual 4x4 shifter. It was also $10K cheaper than the TRD Pro.

[@jonathanbattey3901]

Manual shift is electric just feels manual

[@KarenMcGee-ti8pr]

Got a 24 TRD off road in April, underground color & absolutely love it! 😍

[@ACE_.]

I am glad bought my Trd pro in 2019, absolutely love it plus its value is now more than what I paid for!

[@backtothenorm]

Glad I picked up the same in this video 24 4Runner TRD Pro in Terra 3 months ago, best vehicle iv'e ever owned

[@StripedTurkey]

Last week I dumped my 24 Tundra for this exact 4Runner and couldn’t be happier. Although there was a lot I liked about the Tundra I just didn’t feel confident with the reliability and longevity of the engine. Although mine wasn’t under recall yet, I’m sure that will be coming to all the 22,23, & 24 Tundras. I actually use my 4 WD vehicles on ocean beaches and on deep woods logging trails and would be screwed if my engine blew up. On another note the build quality of this 4Runner blows the build quality of the new Tundras and Tacomas away. My guess is the 6th gen 4Runner will also suffer in the build quality category as well. Yes it will be built in Japan but Toyota seems to have ‘cheaped out’ on all components. The plastics in the new Tundra couldn’t be any cheaper or thinner. The plastic which formed the base of my driver seat on the Tundra cracked twice and I weigh less than 200 lbs., come on Toyota, really? 🤦‍♂️

[@BryanWilliams-wm4rm]

Mine cracked also on 24 tundra TRD pro. Have broken 2 volume control knobs and recently my back up camera dumped the calibration and had to be recalibrated to get the back up guides working. It has 9,000 miles on it. Going to go test drive a 4R tomorrow 24. For all the reasons listed.

[@joseeduardo4327]

Love when you guys check out the underbody. Thanks

[@garretlewis4103]

If I was in the market, this would be the 4Runner I would get. I wouldn’t wait for the new one.

[@clarkwgriswold157]

Saw one of these for the first time here in the UK. Great looking vehicle.

[@daveywaraich7033]

Since I bought my 23 TRD PRO, cousin of mine told me one thing if I take good care of this car you can see your grandson taking this car to the college one day 😀..

[@ALMX5DP]

If reliability is a priority, always go for the last model year of a particular vehicle. I still like the idea of the new hybrid 4R with its 2400w onboard capability but at the same time this would do just fine with an Ecoflow or similar.

[@shawnbrodrick8673]

Amazon prime days, eco flow wave 2 is $599

[@ALMX5DP]

@@shawnbrodrick8673 oh nice prices are coming down pretty quickly on those things. There’s still a case for an onboard system which can automatically turn on the engine to recharge itself but yeah I think that is a relatively niche case and an EcoFlow like that would suit me just fine.

[@boxer4engine]

The 5th gen will hold its value like gold in the years to come. The last of the N/A, Japan-made Toyota Truck.

[@stoyasmussen5831]

I am Glad I have a 2022 4Runner TRD Pro and coming up on 25,000 miles and trouble free. I hunt and fish with it and pull a small fishing boat. Life is Good.

[@bjsimon802]

run and buy the last 2024 model one. I would have bought 4 if i had the money

[@Treetopflyer777]

Love my ‘18 ORP. Keeping it till the wheels fall off

[@rockeye]

I bought a 23’ TRD Pro for these reasons. I think I made the right choice.

[@zalllon]

You should do reviews on the model that is mostly available, the TRD Off Road. Locally the TRD Pro is priced too high, and low volume (at least in Canada). In 2022, I could’ve ordered a TRD Pro and waited at least 8-12 months, or a TRD Off Road for $10K less and wait 4-6 months.

[@RidersInBlack]

Great review as always. Refreshing video. Lots of channels are showing Tundra this and Taco that. A little oversatuated with bad news and model hoopla. This video begs the question of purists and loyalists and reliability versus buyers diving into the unknown. I don't think people will regret the choice if they buy this model right now. Keep up the great work TK

[@WyLEE08]

I secured a 24’ TRD offroad and its heavily protected 24/7 by cameras, drones, IED mine fields. 😮

[@timalan7406]

I bought my 2024 ORP in January, they were selling at invoice here in Ohio.

[@djcan9503]

I got this exact model and I love it. Excellent truck. It tows well too!

[@JoeTaco83]

I have a 2021 Trail Edition and it’s the best purchase I’ve made aside from my older 2018 Taco. Tares Through California trails and I feel extremely confident I will get back home every time. And a big plus is that the 4Runner can Tow heavier than a Jeep Wrangler can.

[@Nate-Aims]

My 4runner trd pro is my one and done daily driver. I’ll have other toys later on like an fl5 type r or maybe a Porsche, but for a stout daily driver tank… I think everyone should own a 4runner in there fleet lol.

[@kamkuertvang2941]

Yes, I've been driving Toyotas for almost 40 years and encountered very few issues so far. Just bought a 2024 4Runner SR5 premium 2 weeks ago because the boss (wife) wanted a 3rd row seat. My personal choice will definitely be the Off-Road premium since it's the best of all the 4Runner models.

[@anneritchie8264]

I just got a 24 2wd limited. I need 4wd like I need another hole in my head. My last vehicle was a 4wd Cherokee with a 4-cylinder turbo. I'm a wimp, so only went off roading twice in it and was scared of getting stuck both times. The RWD 4Runner is perfect for me, but I'm glad that his cousins can handle the mud.

[@nlken7175]

Get one now before it's gone. Last of the real Toyota's. Next one will be the cost cutting vehicle like the Tundra and Taco.

[@electrikoptik]

I remember back when the 80-series was produced people said "get them, last real Toyota". When the 100-series debuted with a V8 you had doubters saying the V8 will never be as reliable as the old inline-6. When Porsche stopped making air-cooled models people cried foul..

[@andyo.593]

Already got a deposit on a solar octane 4R ORP+ w/ KDSS. It’s going to be a vehicle I retire in.

[@joeblack1052]

@@electrikoptik100 series morphed into the bloated 200 series One has to remember when this 4Runner came out automotive technology had essentially peaked and now it’s just to meet emission standards and crazy stuff like the more gear ratios the better The newer stuff is more efficient but it certainly isn’t better

[@b.frantz8346]

2023 4runner sr5 premium. Love it. Had 9 toyota trucks before it. I might have a problem.

[@ParzivalHB]

you can argue off-road capabilities all day long with a bronco or wrangler but there is no arguing the 4Runner's uncontested reliability and re-sale value.

[@svang1991]

Love the video. Keeping my ‘22 TRD Pro forever.

[@seansaxon641]

60k (USD) is likely a real cash cow for a vehicle that's required little to no P&D over the past 10 years or so. I bet they can make these for $30-ish thousand, and are riding the wave caused by the other manufacturers and their over zealous MSRP increases. My wife loves her '18 that we got for $33k brand new. Seems like a steal now.

[@swimmer8585]

I got my 2020 4runner and I love it. Though the new TRD pro with those 33's and bigger gear ratio stock from the factory looks damn good. But I still plan to keep my 2020 no matter if I get a new one or not

[@Smitty_76]

The 4Runner is somewhat in a class by itself. Meaning, it doesn't do any one thing great, but does a lot of things really good. It is also a vehicle that if you keep up on maintenance could legitimately last your lifetime and/or pass down to your kids or grandkids. I'm right under 50 years old and I can't stand the 14" computer screens and computer gauge clusters that come on new cars. I don't want or need any of that crap. I'll take reliability and a vehicle that can go anywhere I need to go on and off road and I know it's going to get me home at the end of the day. If I could buy the new 6th gen for 10K less than the current 5th gen I'd still buy the 5th gen. I'm serious.

Got one!!! Never giving it up!!!

[@wb5jysman]

I bought a 23 Pro in June of last year. Best vehicle I've ever bought. Plus got it at MSRP. 56k.

[@WilliamB.-ij6gl]

I tend to be decisive but I'm planted squarely on the fence between the 2024 and 2025 4Runners. I've owned a couple of 4Runners (including a truly awful 4 cylinder in the early 1990's). I would wait for the 25 if it wasn't for the 4 cylinder even though it is a turbo. I'm thinking of longevity which is hard to imagine anywhere close to 5th Gen.

[@jyoung188]

Yeah I’m extremely happy with my 2020 Tacoma SR5 4x4. I’ve had it for 4 years and have no plans on upgrading to a 4th gen. Just not sold on Toyotas new direction yet, I’m sure they’ll get the issues sorted out but, at least for me right now, the simplicity of the 3rd gen is the way to go.

[@therealpatriot1776]

4runner is the best. thank you for making this video!

[@planoman0935]

I had a 2020 4Runner off-road ! Liked it alot except for the gas milage! Love my 2024 Tacoma more and cannot wait to see the 2025 4Runners!

[@DaveNicosia-h8x]

4Runner gets you there and back. Jeep gets you there make sure you have all your repair gear. Bronco leaves you in the parking lot. All look good.

[@established_1803]

That’s why I went with the 4 runner. I’m 27 wanted a Porsche n a jeep since I was little but seeing stuff growing up I need the 4Runner and have the Porsche later gotta 24 4Runner trd offroad gonna put bigger suspension on it soon as the tires they cane with make me mad ebough

[@established_1803]

The stock tires on the new 4 runner offroads are sketchy mine has the TRD wheels but got it cause I thought they’d come with the offroad tires

[@Concert4me]

Why my view camera is in black and white and not color? How do I change it to color

[@BJ-jl4hr]

I wanted an off roader that was reliable and needed 3 rows so the 4Runner was my only option

[@dylanconn6079]

3:03 the number one reason I bought a 2024.

[@wesleycoolbaugh1407]

Can you do a full review of the 2022 toyota sequoia. Couldn't find a video of you all doing that generation. Only the new one.

[@blackwatch7151]

Best vehicle sold in North America right now. The new Toyotas will be viewed like a typical domestic vehicle with all of their issues.

[@ryanb8736]

Not best vehicle. It’s awful on long trips. Braking is horrendous. Accidental safety is poor, prone to rot and rust. Sluggish power, awful transmission. Steering is floaty on highways.

[@gs98999]

It’s a death trap compared to modern safety standards. If that’s not a concern, or fuel econ, or ergonomics sure. Buy one. I’d just buy one used in that case though.

[@Jim-s6i3b]

My 4Runner with KDSS drives great on the highway. Cruises comfortably at high speeds, good in mountains and altitude, no problems with power for me.

[@DJR33333]

@@gs98999in regards to what? What modern safety features is it missing?

[@gs98999]

@@DJR33333It’s over a decade old design. Its crumple zones are weak and it was designed before small overlap test era. In a small overlap crash the driver’s legs are crushed by the dash. The new 4Runner I’m sure will address this issue.

[@The_Amateur_Hour]

Wait, since when did OEM rock rails bolt to the frame? In the US at least they mount to the body.

[@ofwoodsandwords4424]

Ordered my 2024 terra pro yesterday, wife’s a dealer, said had to order now!

[@terryhutchinson9094]

Why does anyone care about the camera resolution . . . as long as you can safely use it to back up?

[@Anomize23]

Its really a mystery to me too. 😂

[@Kjhgr01]

Buying my 2023 4Runner is still a great decision in my opinion. 0 trouble after 32,000 miles, only 1700 gallons of fuel. 😬😒

[@stevenm6301]

Don't sweat it. Plenty of cars on the road get worse than 18 mpg. It's smile per gallon for me. I have a 2023 TRD ORP.

[@chrissanders541]

I went out and got one before it was to late... the only upgrade I wanted was the toyota safety sense 3.0 so it will drive itself. no turbo, or 8 speed needed.

[@ht1261]

Hello, what would you recommend best tires for all season for this pro? I have one coming soon, we have lots of snow in winter, I do minor off roading and highway driving in summer. do you feel the stock tires are good enough?

[@scottsong20]

I would buy a 2024 Toyota 4Runner all day over a Jeep Wrangler or Ford Bronco.

[@TheCarGuyOnline]

Great video. This platform is selling out recently. Lots of people want the last/reliable Japan built Toyota, this is it. Some people don't care, they want the new one...each to their own :).

[@ImOldGregg]

I miss my 5th gen. New vehicles are too complicated

[@daporter84]

That 5 speed is the reason I went to the third gen Tacoma from a 2014 Tacoma

[@donisestrada3269]

I sold my 2016 SR5 to buy a 2024 SR5 premium with just 64 miles, was a Gold certified premium. There's no comparison, 4RUNNER is the best SUV.

[@Mclarenf20]

I bought my ‘22 because of TK.

[@Zenergist]

The government is designing vehicles now, not the manufactuers . The next gen engines aren't designed to be more reliable or performant. They are designed to produce less emissions.

[@erickisel8668]

@Truck King: I just put a deposit down on an inbound TRD Off-Road Premium today. First time Toyota owner and hoping it will last me until retirement as I am 51.

[@established_1803]

I’m 27 and got one my dad is 58 and bought one a week after. We camp and fish so we got the offroads if you plan on modifying it’s not worth spending money on something ur already gonna change don’t buy the pro

[@mwc6849]

Just picked up a TRD Off Road Premium with KDSS.

[@biggus8825]

Tried and true. Ford number one recalled manufacturer for the last couple of years, number two Stellantis a.k.a. Jeep. Getting ready to buy another 4Runner (2024)now before the change over, trading in my 2000 4Runner with 268,000 miles.

[@ac0char]

This Gen got sure! There is no replacement for displacement. Getting my mall crawler version of the 4Runner in 2 weeks!!

[@ashresearcher]

Turbos can overheat while offroading. Not great for that. Naturally aspirated and large displacement are much better for reliability and longevity

[@ShadowBend]

For the Tundra, apparently the hybrids aren't recalled because the recall was about the engines seizing causing safety concerns - but the hybrid will coast if the engine seizes. So they aren't confident in the engine in the hybrid its just that there isn't as much of a safety concern.

[@John-ny6yy]

The last TRULY reliable truck/suv Toyota still has.

[@yankeesusa1]

Don't forget RAV 4 is still reliable but that's not really a truck.

[@Blvck0ne]

I love how they just casually drive by a Honda Accord buried in the Canadian backwoods.

[@54Bob]

It looks like I just got my hands on one trd pro. Waiting for delivery.

[@SaltyDog69]

Probably the best overall vehicle I had, moved to the updated Tacoma and what a mistake I made.

[@alh5470]

BuT tHe DrIvE tRaIn Is OuT DaTed!!! enjoy those recall love letters in the mail.. TRD offroad premium equipped with KDSS is the best for any new shoppers .

[@wd8085]

As we are seeing now the previous tundra, tacoma and 4runner are the only ones that are built with quality.

[@chrysokos]

Glad I bought mine last summer.

[@lostalx]

TRD ORP is better than TRD PRO easily because - KDSS, body roll is reduced. Driving is better, suspension is also better. Can always get aftermarket mods for the KDSS TRD ORP. I'm thinking about this or RAV4. One is extremely rugged feel and reliability factor plus a real 4x4. Other is a solid family SUV with all functions needed.

[@established_1803]

No. Offroad is better cause ur spending the thousands more on suspension ur just gonna replace anyways my 24 Oro was 54 k out the door

[@benaggus]

I forget I have 5 gears because the transmission doesn’t draw attention to itself. Hop in a friends 9 or 10 speed and there’s nothing but clunks and lurches.

[@Toe_Knee_69]

It would be nice to have at least an extra gear to help with the gear ratios, especially when merging into ongoing traffic. When you press on the gas and expect it to downshift to give you more power, but it doesn’t, because it only has 5 gears lol.

[@Jim-s6i3b]

The Car Care Nut loves the 5 speed transmission. States it is very smooth and reliable.

[@joegrahe3958]

Will be hitting 200k today actually on my 2015 LTD.

[@dannykrauskopf7404]

Excellent review as always!!! 😁

[@jamesbruce8749]

Can't beat the Japanese made vehicles, the Tex/Mex vehicles are all problem ridden. Sure the 4 runner has bad fuel economy but its bullet proof. I'd wait 5 years on the new ones to let Toyota get the bugs out. What I want is that new transmission the new ones have on my 2023. Wish it would hook up to my tried and true v6, now that would be awesome..

[@Jim-s6i3b]

The Car Care Nut loves the 5 speed transmission. States it is very smooth and reliable.

[@GBcommander]

Unfortunately, that's not even the case anymore. The new Lexus GX is made in Japan and is suffering the same manufacturing issues as the Tundra.

[@bikes7777]

I'm glad I have a v8 tundra.. the 22+ are terrible.

[@bigslacker666]

I had an '07 FJC (very similar platform) and a '19 ORP that I did a BMC, lift, Falcon shocks and 275's. There was a lot to love like the capability offroad, reliability, roll down rear glass, flip up hatch to change under. OTOH the 5 speed was horrific in the mountains, the seats were not comfy on long trips and the tech was laughable, no carplay in a '19?? Wonky shifting into 4lo after how many years? No 4auto mode, only 2hi or 4hi which SUCKS if you live in areas where you have variable snow/pavement during fall or spring thaw. I sold mine and got a Raptor which is shockingly better at nearly everything except lasting 400k miles. :D

[@OverlandOrange]

This will outlast anything else that Toyota makes from 2025 & beyond.

[@yankeesusa1]

Toyota needs to go back to the previous engines. Definitely buy this year if you want one, if it's the new engines it'll be less reliable and most likely require a recall based on what's happening right now.

[@shifter8207]

That crawl control sounds like a Aztec drum beat lol