This guy always does a good job testing various Crossovers/SUVs etc. I was initially surprised he settled on the 4 Runner, but the more I thought about it the more it made sense. Toyota updated the infotainment display and added push start. The 4 Runner has the tried and true 4.0 and 5spd AT, both which are bulletproof. It's a good option for those that don't want a Jeep.
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it's to bad he wanted the updated info center and push button start, he could of got a used trd for a 1k less than new...
We have a 2020.
This video is still relative of the new ones.
The 4.0L in the new T4R is different than the old 1GR that was found in older Tacoma's and T4R's...
Didn't know that. How so?
That's what I like about it though, that it is still based on a more rugged/off-road platform. There will always been trade-offs between on/off road ride quality. They've also updated the interior for 2021 and it looks really nice now.
I actually do go off-road, and I have a permanent work from home job, so gas prices aren't a concern. The reason I'm looking back into something like this is due to the family missing some of the outdoor exploring we used to do with the Frontier and Subaru. CX-30 is much more practical as a daily and more efficient, but can't handle off-road like the 4-Runner. The off-roading I do is never anything that would damage the vehicle as its usually minimal to moderate at most.
The other vehicle I'm interested in is entirely different than this, the LT1 Camaro. lol
The newer 4.0L has dual VVT-i for starters. It uses a different crankshaft, pistons, and camshafts. That and they did away with the top mounted oil filter for a bottom cartridge style. It makes a little bit more HP and TQ. Still a very good engine compared to the 3.5L that would be found in my truck.
Seconded.
Top three in reliability and longevity among all vehicles. Very capable off road with little or no modification. Does everything.
I think I'll go test drive one. Haven't bought something in a year or do.
Different block, cylinder heads, intake, and exhaust, in addition to the different parts you noted.
Really, the Dual VVT-i 1 GR-FE is so different from the Single VVT-i 1 GR-FE, that Toyota should've changed the engine designation, IMO.
The Dual VVT-i version makes more power throughout the rev-range.
We also have a new 5th gen TRD ORP, which replaced a 3rd gen.
To the first post: Keyless Entry with push-button start, is only on certain trim levels.
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Been thinking of getting rid of my Tundra for a 4Runner.
Looked at them...still prefer the new 2021 ZR2, especially considering off road capability.
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Why do they always have to add push button start to everything? Drives me insane. But the 4Runner are excellent vehicles other than that though. I know several people who have them. We were going to get one but way out of our price range so we settled on a Camry.
You can't go wrong with Jeep or the ZR2. I love the look of the ZR2. I'm not settled on anything at this point. My car is only a little over a year old.
If I do go this route again, I'd likely get the 4 Runner or Jeep. I don't want a pickup.
I work from home 5 days a week so gas prices are no longer a concern of mine. Of course it would be my luck that would change once I bought something less fuel efficient, again. lol
If my situation was different, I'd have a Camaro LT1 and 4 Runner/Jeep. A fast car and a good off-road vehicle.
If I do go this route again, I'd likely get the 4 Runner or Jeep. I don't want a pickup.
I work from home 5 days a week so gas prices are no longer a concern of mine. Of course it would be my luck that would change once I bought something less fuel efficient, again. lol
If my situation was different, I'd have a Camaro LT1 and 4 Runner/Jeep. A fast car and a good off-road vehicle.
