Pros & Cons of the 2024 Toyota 4Runner

Here's a quick pros & cons video of the 2024 Toyota 4Runner SR5 Premium. The model shown in the video is my personal vehicle finished in Underground Gray. See my full review of the 2024 4Runnere here: • 2024 Toyota 4Runner Re...
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[@MeynMotorGroup]

See my full review of the 2024 Toyota 4Runner here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2WsaoyGmd90a7s

[@AteJooh]

I love my 2024 SR5 Premium I’ve been eyeing to own a 4 runner for the longest time 😍

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Massive congrats on your latest purchase. Yea I fell in love with this vehicle when I tested it last year. I knew if I wanted a family vehicle, this would be it.

[@vallmak]

great review

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks!

[@yaqalp]

Definitely a classic. Wouldn’t be mad driving one of these dinosaurs.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea my friend I like that this stays true to its roots

[@markdillard4422]

Just traded for a 2024 4 Runner Premium a couple days ago. MSRP was $52,400 and was able to purchase for $47,400.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Epic massive congrats my friend and well done on your purchase!

[@kevinkidneyy]

At a 8% RATE THATS NO GOOD DEAL

[@BT-232]

@@kevinkidneyyhow you already know he didn’t pay in full?

[@markdillard4422]

@@kevinkidneyy It is if you only financed $15,000 and are going to pay it off early.

[@vincentmurphy9252]

Wait til gas goes 5 plus a gallon In 2025 Love the 4 runner but since owned another 2012 sold it in the hype 2021 for max dough$$$ Awesome $$$ going to wait and go for the redesign -

[@user-dx1dp3bg3j]

I really do not understand the need or desire to have an 8 speed or 10 speed transmission, I obviously must be missing something, I have a 23 f350 with the 10 speed, also had a 2020, unless u're doing nothing but highway driving, always shifting trying to figure what's going on, lugging the motor at low rpm & absolutely unnecessary. Just seen the persons comment about the 8 speed in the jeep. If my new 4 runner had more than a 5 speed, it would be constantly shifting & an absolute dog. Loving the new 24 TRD off road premium 4 runner, yeah a bit old school, but that makes me appreciate it even more!!

[@4gedcarbon537]

My gf got a new X3….8 speeds. It constantly is shifting. SO ANNOYING. I will keep my 2023 ORP 4ever.

[@JoeSwanikerFord]

That's the exact color i want for my 4runner.

[@AmericaFirst069]

A rock solid vehicle that will last a lifetime.

[@Thankyou_3]

Great video 👍 If anyone is looking for speed driving the 4Runner, they are barking at the wrong tree. The 4Runner is for people who enjoys the journey…not just the destination. As for driving on a windy day, the Limited is very stable partly because of the low profile tires compared to the 17” thicker side walls.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea keep it under 80 and everything should be fine

[@johnleedy2245]

We just bought a 2024 Limited That was the first thing I noticed while doing 70 mph on the freeway on a very windy day. Felt like I was wondering all over the road. Dialed down to 65 and felt much better. My 98 LC has a much more stable ride.

[@mattb9664]

I took my 2020 Limited to 100 this past week because all the spring conditions were perfect (road temp, no wind, etc) and nobody was around- tracks sooooo straight with zero instability. Feels so solid at high speed.

[@adampetros5878]

🚓

[@adampetros5878]

Police 🚓 lol

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea under perfect conditions the 4Runner stability is fine (assuming tire pressure is correct) it’s only on windy days that the 4Runner gets blown around but that’s not just a 4Runner problem, that’s in general a Toyota problems. Most Toyotas don’t do well in the wind.

[@lane5686]

I agree. The 4Runner is designed for offroad trails and less so onroad like highways with corners and curves. It’s still a beast nonetheless and you feel safe inside with how high it sits with the great visibility. Fuel economy is awful so this is why it isn’t driven much in cities with bad traffic

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I would say highway fuel economy is the biggest con since it only gets 19 but 16 city isn't bad considering most boring 3 row suvs only get 18 anyway but they will typically get 23-25 highway

[@Bidensclassifiedocuments]

I had a Crown Vic police package and it did 0-60 in 7.7... It's fast enough. Traded in a 2019 F150 for my 2024 TRD Pro and the 4runner handles much better.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea people really don’t understand the everyday handling of the 4Runner is perfectly fine. It corners decent for its size and weight. Engine sounds and feels powerful and when mid throttle, can even feel effortless

[@DUNEATV]

I drove a 4-runner and then I drove a new jeep wrangler Rubicon with the eight speed transmission, and I couldn’t believe how amazing the jeep felt. That eight speed in the Jeep is absolutely glorious!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Jeep is good I def like the way they drive will you be buying one?

[@DUNEATV]

@@MeynMotorGroup Yes, got a 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Xtreme Recon with factory 35 inch tires. Getting 17.5 mpg…I’m very impressed so far.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@DUNEATV massive congrats my friend! I’m very happy for you and epic spec as well. Wranglers also hold value exceptionally well and I saw for 2024 they even improved the side crash structure, enjoy

[@DUNEATV]

@@MeynMotorGroup they added side and curtain airbags also. Bigger, infotainment screen as well.

[@invalidonlineid]

Traded in my Wrangler Rubicon for a new 4Runner, soooo much better driving manners 😁

[@YWUBHYD]

Just test drove an SR5 Premium for schits n giggles and WOAH did it soak up bumps; I couldn't even notice them

[@user-dx1dp3bg3j]

Amen to that

[@Excalabur50]

Always like your pros and cons videos.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thank you my friend, I know not everyone has the patience to watch an hour long review so gotta make something shorter 👍

[@jefferey69]

in ur opinion which car is a better buy, the Lexus RX or 4Runner. thank you

[@zakarywin7645]

For most people, the RX will be better. The 4Runner is more an enthusist vehicle now

[@TallalSalim]

It's difficult to compare the two. The RX is much better in terms of fuel efficiency, while the Toyota 4Runner offers more fun with its endless modes. You'll truly enjoy owning a 4Runner. The RX is a good-looking SUV and you'll be happy to own one, but it's a simple SUV that will get you from point A to point B."

[@Levi-mg4nf]

The 5th generation 4Runner is a modern classic. Easily Toyota’s most reliable vehicle in the North American lineup.

[@Doomzdayxx]

The only con is this is the last year of the ultra reliability. Redesigns are totally fine, but not when they remove the soul of the model

[@BahamianLily]

8:40 - regarding side steps...not using the right steps (or, any at all) can result in premature wear of the seat from entering and exiting.

[@TallalSalim]

I owned 2017 and 2022, my 2017 had over 350k km, and my 2022 was stolen, trying to go a different direction, but I keep looking up Toyota 4runners, the price range and what the 4runner has to offer, sorry, but no SUV is beating the 4runner, might go for my 3rd 4runner

[@Sam9wilson9]

❤

5 speed transmission and 16 mph city. It’s a great vehicle but it needs updating…waiting for the 2025 model.

[@christrarback9748]

Did you say it's primarily from 2003? I thought it was 2010

[@MeynMotorGroup]

The 5th gen starts at 2010 yes but what I meant here is many of the underlying components especially engine dates back to 2003

[@MarkA500]

Cons-it’s the same 4 runner as before Pros-it’s the same 4 runner as before 😁😍

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Exactly!

[@Aniki1111]

I like how you mention the throttle. I've driven cars from 100 hp econoboxes to Tesla Model 3 and other high hp cars I've rented. The fast acceleration is cool but for daily commuting and errands it really doesn't matter that much 0-60 (in my opinion).

[@MeynMotorGroup]

It def matters for making quick decisions and merging not to mention the fun factor

[@theodoreyoung8777]

👊🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@Vanuatoo]

For me the biggest con is the lack of Automatic Climate Control. I don't want to go with Limited, base SR5 with 4wd is a perfect replacement for my 2003 Nissan Pathfinder, but I just can't get over this con.

[@Anomize23]

Climate control on an outdoor vehicle. Be grateful it has AC and heat 🙄

[@leechburglights]

Yeah, 20 years ago you didn't automatically get 4x4, power windows, power locks, CD player, or AC. Want the higher trim, you gotta step up to it. I went with an SR5Premium in 2020 and ain't looking back. I'm sure your wish may come true with the next version coming in 2025.

[@taifmunsur]

I am actually not understanding why is this car more fun to drive compared to rav4 hybrid, Telluride or even hilander. seriously can someone explain what am I missing? I love the timeless exterior of the car, but the interior is horrible and didn't feel anything fun about it. someone pls explain who chose this over other cars if they don't wanna take it off-road.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

It’s not something that can be explained it’s either you get it or you don’t. If you don’t get it, just get a RAV

[@brentmiller3479]

The 4Runner loves 65 M.P.H. what's the rush? people drive like Idiots, don't join them!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Loving 65 mph is a big con. People are probably driving that way around you because you won't go, and you won't let anyone else around you go.

[@ronaldwarren569]

I don't even like roads that are 70mph posted, 65 suits me just fine.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@ronaldwarren569 that’s fine I just wish slower traffic would learn how to be considerate and move over for those behind instead of blocking both lanes. I notice this inconsiderate behavior in grocery stores as well, just blocking the whole aisle and not even move after saying excuse me… 🤦‍♂️

[@aussie8114]

If you really want to have some driving fun in a “tank like” vehicle you should get yourself a Hummer. I understand your point because I’ve had tank like vehicles, in fact I learned to drive all those years ago in a Toyota truck. However as time goes by I can assure you I have plenty of fun going for drives in my CX5 turbo. I guarantee if I raced you from the lights you would quickly become a tiny spot in my rear vision mirror 😂

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I remember testing the Hummer that was pretty sweet sadly it's an old GM relic now very hard to find clean ones and will not have any warranty. Back when I had the LC 500 there was a CX-5 turbo that got the jump on me.. toyota and its consumers just hate speed 😂

[@theodoreyoung8777]

🤝😎👍🏾👍🏾🫡

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks for dropping in bro!

[@theodoreyoung8777]

@@MeynMotorGroup No problem my bro 🤝😎👍🏾👍🏾🫡