I plan to keep a car for ever so reliability and tough build is A+. I recently sold my 1994 toyota land cruiser that I've driven for 27 years. Nothing else does that so recently purchased the 4runner limited and love it. I have watched a lot of car reviews and see so many of a car straight out of the gate comparison but if you want to live with a car for more than the warrantee period, reliability needs to be considered.
my hands down, #1 choice. I'm 70 and my off-road crazy days are behind me. But I would still get one for the simple fact if you had to get out of town because of an emergency (hurricane, snow etc) this is your baby. if you run into congestion with cars braking down, running out of gas, no problem, go 4x4 and drive around it off road
ive bought a 4runner 3rd, 4th, and now 5th gen, all in the last years of their generation. i take my lunar rock trd off road premium home in a few weeks. cant wait. idk if the 6th gen will be made in mexico or not, but im picking 4runner over wrangler, jeep, ford, tundra, and tacoma bc its built in japan. i trust it. i feel as if im practically guaranteed at least 10 years with the thing. i still love my 2007 and ill love my 2023. old but gold.
Hey Alex, Watched a lot of videos over the years but stopped last year because of some issues (personal life sorting), so I don't know when you added the separate "Buyer's Guide" section but I really like it. Sometimes I'm just curious what the car is about, and then if I'm more serious I want to see the pricing section. Good move in m opinion. Cheers,
Wow how things change in just under a year. I live in Georgia and you can’t touch the TRD Off Road Premium for under $50k here vs the $44,880 in this video
you know what i never see in a toyota vehicle comments section? breaking down on the side of the road every other week like Ford & GM and horrible stories about dealer/repairs/warranty
It may be a dinosaur, but this dinosaur has one of the highest resale value in its class and is one of the lowest maintenance cost rugged SUVs ever built!
the fact that new cars have gotten so expensive and are less repairable with electronic locks, having a dinosaur might not be a bad idea. only downside is fuel economy in world were fuel is through the roof
My 1971 International Scout can literally sit for years and fire right up with an oil change and some fresh gas. My 51 year old dinosaur will outlast anything being built today. Today..so much money for so little quality, reliability, & durability...sad.
@@rogue13131313 Just don't expect that 50 year old engine to last more than 100k miles without massive work, and even that is no guarantee. Modern engines routinely last over 200k miles, and the Toyota V-8 is famously durable. The good old days are seriously overrated.
@@LexusGX460-OFF-ROAD Steven is correct. There are some 2WD Limiteds. I found that out when I was looking for a used 4Runner. Anytime I looked at a used Limited and thought the price seemed low for the year and the mileage, I'd click on it and usually find that it was a 2WD Limited.
4Runner built in same factory as Lexus. 4Runner way more proven reliability/durability than the Fix Or Repair Daily or the broken Chrysler with rusty rocker panels.
Is it me, or are the prices listed totally out of left field. I recently purchased a 2023 4Runner limited and I shopped around like crazy and wasn’t able to buy it for anything close to the listed price here. Am so bought it for $4k less than some dealers wanted to sell it to me for
I mean... literally the only reason why I would even purchase a 4Runner is just for that Full-Time 4wd system. All of the other 4Runner trims are non-existent for me in particular. It's up to your own preference though.
A friend has a 2009 FJ Cruiser which is basically a 4runner. He has 406k miles on original engine and Transmission. No major repairs or minor repairs. Just basic maintenance. Thing runs smooth as silk! That 4L V6 is awesome but yeah... A gas hog for sure.
I find it amusing comparing the Lexus GX to the Off Road premium as they are definitely not the same esthetically and the proposal that one can just pony up an extra 12,300 plus tax The 2 vehicles are in 2 different places. GX 57,500 Start Premium 4R OR. 45,200 That's 12,300 difference, not including tax.
Alex- your list shows a “Power Lift-gate”. I thought a power lift-gate was not available on any trim of the 4Runner. Has one actually been added for 2023??
All specs I’ve seen online state it will have a power lift gate, so we will just have to wait and see. Alex review video was on a 22, so it was manual.
great video but one thing. you said to get the trd sport to build out. bad idea. trd sport has the limited front grill with worse approach angle and a suspension that is made for the road. sr5 4x4 is the best for building up. also the trd off road is the one for building up for serious off roaders because its cheaper than the pro and has the locking rear diff
One attribute that is not discussed much is the ability for people with RVs to flat tow some of these vehicles. The Jeeps (at least some of them) and the Bronco can be flat towed without damaging drivetrain components. The Toyotas can't.
Toyota has this market largely to itself. A more polished, Japanese Jeep Wrangler The problem is they don't really want it. They'd rather have better, larger "economies of scale" The 2024 4Runner will lose the V6, and won't offer it as an option, which the next Tacoma will as well. It's build will move to Mexico, to join the Tacoma. And the power rear window is gone. The 3 features that separate it from being a bigger Rav4 will be taken away.
@@naveenthemachine Thanks for the ignorance, but the new Rav4 is a massive hit, the Highlander is the best selling 3 row crossover, and the new Sequioa is getting rave reviews, and has the best engine in its class, so they are consistently kicking ass in SUVs. I don't know what your problem is, but it is your problem.
@@InvestBetter. the new sequoia is getting reviews for a mediocre 3rd row, cargo space, no independent rear suspension. And the mpg although good is not best in class. That goes to the GM turbo diesel 6 cylinder. And the sequoia already a dead last place suv and it’s not even on sale yet I agree highlander and rav4 are the best sellers in their class but that doesn’t mean they are the best in their class. The reason Toyota sells the most is because most of the buyers are sheeps. Sheeps buy brands but smart people buy cars. There are much more compelling alternatives that are actually worth your money.
I’ve got a 2021 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-road Premium WITH the XP Predator Package. It’s got the wheels & tires, side steps, front grill, TRD and Red stitching on the interior, that the TRD Pro has. Only real difference is about $10k, the suspension, the exhaust, intake, and the TRD Pro front skid plate. Plus mine has the premium package so turn signal mirrors etc. So anyone in the market I’d suggest the model I got. I really hope they don’t go to the turbo engine with the 6th gen and keep the 1GR-FE bulletproof engine with the 5 speed tranny. They could go with the 6spd as well, but I’ve got a feeling they’re gonna take out the 1GR-FR and go with that Tacoma engine or the hybrid. I’ll probably have my 2021 4Runner until I die and I’m 42 now lol PS the bronco sport is straight trash!!
Alex, Didn't we do this yesterday? What happened to all my heartfelt and carefully considered comments? 🤔 Oh well, it all boiled down to buy the TRD Off- Road if you are hitting the trails and spend extra for a Lexus GX if you want a luxury Toyota 4X4 in this size. 😁
I think the Bronco is more comparable than the Wrangler, at least in some trims. The Wrangler is a totally different sort of beast. Good reminder about the GX.
Glad I bought when I did 7 years ago my brand new factory-ordered 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee "WK2" Overland 4x4 Diesel w/ Off-Road Adventure II package and factory adjustable ride height Air Suspesion. Promptly added Mopar Rocksliders and all kinds of extra bash plates from Chief Products along with 32" Goodyear Wrangler Duratracs (had 2 sets of 33's previously on my old '04 Tahoe Z71) for max 11" ground clearance in Offroad 2 setting. I off-road the GC frequently in some pretty rough Northern Michigan areas where I own a cabin and spend much time hunting and fishing, about 2-1/2 hours away from my home downstate. Despite the diesel engine EPA debacle (got a check back from the factory for $3,075, plus extended powertrain and emissions warranties), mine has been relatively trouble free, except for eating through brakes prematurely. I have about 74K, and love the torque and great MPGs driving at 60 mph or less. Other than not having the amount of space of my old (and completely worn out) '04 Tahoe, I can still carry a lot of recovery gear (e.g., 4 MaxxTraxx, Hi-Lift Jack, come-alongs, snatch straps, shackles, shovel, ax, chainsaw, etc.) the Jeep WK2 has been the ideal vehicle for how I use it. Next option will likely be a 10lb Warn Zeon synthetic rope winch (and Chief Products Hidden Winch plate). All in, I'm at about $45K (before 6% Mich. sales tax) including all the mods. Ahh, the good old days, back when you could get significant discounts off the sticker prices of new vehicles!
Tired of reviews dinging these type of OFF ROAD specific vehicles for not handling like a sports car on road. If you want good on-road manners, don't be a moron & get yourself a different type of vehicle.
I really want Toyota to bring back a 2 door version of the 4Runner... call it the 2Runner. Too bad they're already too late to make the 60th anniversary though.
hmm seems too many 4-runners promotion videos recently; trying to convince people to buy this old model. is it toyota hiring pro-youtubers to promote 4-runner... or they volunteered. anyway toyota screwed with the update and now needs people keep buying till they re-design (is it what - 2024 now); sad story
Dinosaur? If it ain't broke, don't fix it. There's nothing on the market more dependable than a 4Runner.
I plan to keep a car for ever so reliability and tough build is A+. I recently sold my 1994 toyota land cruiser that I've driven for 27 years. Nothing else does that so recently purchased the 4runner limited and love it. I have watched a lot of car reviews and see so many of a car straight out of the gate comparison but if you want to live with a car for more than the warrantee period, reliability needs to be considered.
my hands down, #1 choice. I'm 70 and my off-road crazy days are behind me. But I would still get one for the simple fact if you had to get out of town because of an emergency (hurricane, snow etc) this is your baby. if you run into congestion with cars braking down, running out of gas, no problem, go 4x4 and drive around it off road
I wasn't planning on holding a military coup in the middle east, but it's nice to know that's an option. 4Runner it is then 😂
And people have called Alex boring.. this is evidence that he's (low key) hilarious!
No we have the Land Cruisers instead. Still very impressed with it
Trd sport 4wd 4runner
ive bought a 4runner 3rd, 4th, and now 5th gen, all in the last years of their generation. i take my lunar rock trd off road premium home in a few weeks. cant wait. idk if the 6th gen will be made in mexico or not, but im picking 4runner over wrangler, jeep, ford, tundra, and tacoma bc its built in japan. i trust it. i feel as if im practically guaranteed at least 10 years with the thing. i still love my 2007 and ill love my 2023. old but gold.
From what the GX 550 is being said to still be made in Japan I think the 6th Gen will still be in Japan.
Hey Alex,
Watched a lot of videos over the years but stopped last year because of some issues (personal life sorting), so I don't know when you added the separate "Buyer's Guide" section but I really like it. Sometimes I'm just curious what the car is about, and then if I'm more serious I want to see the pricing section.
Good move in m opinion.
Cheers,
Wow how things change in just under a year. I live in Georgia and you can’t touch the TRD Off Road Premium for under $50k here vs the $44,880 in this video
you know what i never see in a toyota vehicle comments section?
breaking down on the side of the road every other week like Ford & GM and horrible stories about dealer/repairs/warranty
It may be a dinosaur, but this dinosaur has one of the highest resale value in its class and is one of the lowest maintenance cost rugged SUVs ever built!
the fact that new cars have gotten so expensive and are less repairable with electronic locks, having a dinosaur might not be a bad idea. only downside is fuel economy in world were fuel is through the roof
Except when Toyota rips you off and charge you more than those expensive fresh, safe, fuel efficinet hightech cars lol
My 1971 International Scout can literally sit for years and fire right up with an oil change and some fresh gas. My 51 year old dinosaur will outlast anything being built today. Today..so much money for so little quality, reliability, & durability...sad.
@@rogue13131313 True. I heard VW is reviving as another electric appliance. With a 200 miles range probably. Sad days to be a motor head.
@@rogue13131313 Just don't expect that 50 year old engine to last more than 100k miles without massive work, and even that is no guarantee. Modern engines routinely last over 200k miles, and the Toyota V-8 is famously durable. The good old days are seriously overrated.
Alex, The limited 4runner is full-time 4x4 just like its cousins brothers LC prado and GX460.. It has a low range and center differential lock.
Not every Limited is 4wd. Some are 2wd.
@@stevenrlaws no, the 4R limited is fulltime 4wd... closest trim to the GX460
@@LexusGX460-OFF-ROAD Steven is correct. There are some 2WD Limiteds. I found that out when I was looking for a used 4Runner. Anytime I looked at a used Limited and thought the price seemed low for the year and the mileage, I'd click on it and usually find that it was a 2WD Limited.
4Runner built in same factory as Lexus. 4Runner way more proven reliability/durability than the Fix Or Repair Daily or the broken Chrysler with rusty rocker panels.
I have a 2014 that I'm thinking about trading in for a 2023. Waiting to see how the new 2024 changes before I decide.
2024 is going to be a turbo 4 cylinder
No one sells them MSRP. Such a shame, Toyota USA lets dealers rips people off.
Is it me, or are the prices listed totally out of left field. I recently purchased a 2023 4Runner limited and I shopped around like crazy and wasn’t able to buy it for anything close to the listed price here.
Am so bought it for $4k less than some dealers wanted to sell it to me for
I mean... literally the only reason why I would even purchase a 4Runner is just for that Full-Time 4wd system. All of the other 4Runner trims are non-existent for me in particular. It's up to your own preference though.
Lexus for me.
GX460 is always the answer 😊
A friend has a 2009 FJ Cruiser which is basically a 4runner. He has 406k miles on original engine and Transmission. No major repairs or minor repairs. Just basic maintenance. Thing runs smooth as silk! That 4L V6 is awesome but yeah... A gas hog for sure.
no doubt, ill take gas hog over constant breakdowns and maintenance every time.
Oudated style but reliable
Most overused term by any automotive journalist regarding the 5th gen 4Runner: “dinosaur” 🙄
I find it amusing comparing the Lexus GX to the Off Road premium as they are definitely not the same esthetically and the proposal that one can just pony up an extra 12,300 plus tax
The 2 vehicles are in 2 different places. GX 57,500 Start
Premium 4R OR. 45,200 That's 12,300 difference, not including tax.
Toyota 4runner limited 2022 👍
Alex- your list shows a “Power Lift-gate”.
I thought a power lift-gate was not available on any trim of the 4Runner.
Has one actually been added for 2023??
All specs I’ve seen online state it will have a power lift gate, so we will just have to wait and see. Alex review video was on a 22, so it was manual.
No power lift gate in any version. Not sure why Alex has it listed standard.
great video but one thing. you said to get the trd sport to build out. bad idea. trd sport has the limited front grill with worse approach angle and a suspension that is made for the road. sr5 4x4 is the best for building up. also the trd off road is the one for building up for serious off roaders because its cheaper than the pro and has the locking rear diff
Appears dealers are still charging premium above MSRP, at least in my area.
Mine too. 46 for a trd sport.
One attribute that is not discussed much is the ability for people with RVs to flat tow some of these vehicles. The Jeeps (at least some of them) and the Bronco can be flat towed without damaging drivetrain components. The Toyotas can't.
Best trim is GX460 ❤️
Toyota has this market largely to itself. A more polished, Japanese Jeep Wrangler
The problem is they don't really want it. They'd rather have better, larger "economies of scale"
The 2024 4Runner will lose the V6, and won't offer it as an option, which the next Tacoma will as well.
It's build will move to Mexico, to join the Tacoma. And the power rear window is gone.
The 3 features that separate it from being a bigger Rav4 will be taken away.
The next gen I bet will be a failure as is typical for Toyota to consistently disappoint and lower the bar for the automotive industry
@@naveenthemachine Thanks for the ignorance, but the new Rav4 is a massive hit, the Highlander is the best selling 3 row crossover, and the new Sequioa is getting rave reviews, and has the best engine in its class, so they are consistently kicking ass in SUVs. I don't know what your problem is, but it is your problem.
@@InvestBetter. the new sequoia is getting reviews for a mediocre 3rd row, cargo space, no independent rear suspension. And the mpg although good is not best in class. That goes to the GM turbo diesel 6 cylinder. And the sequoia already a dead last place suv and it’s not even on sale yet
I agree highlander and rav4 are the best sellers in their class but that doesn’t mean they are the best in their class. The reason Toyota sells the most is because most of the buyers are sheeps. Sheeps buy brands but smart people buy cars. There are much more compelling alternatives that are actually worth your money.
Will still be built in Japan
@@jonathanratliff4780 No.
I judge Toyota for not putting in a modern engine and transmission. Can’t think of anyone who would have an issue with a more efficient product
Its tried and true. I'll take the old technology.
Super helpful video - thanks!
I’ve got a 2021 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-road Premium WITH the XP Predator Package. It’s got the wheels & tires, side steps, front grill, TRD and Red stitching on the interior, that the TRD Pro has. Only real difference is about $10k, the suspension, the exhaust, intake, and the TRD Pro front skid plate. Plus mine has the premium package so turn signal mirrors etc.
So anyone in the market I’d suggest the model I got. I really hope they don’t go to the turbo engine with the 6th gen and keep the 1GR-FE bulletproof engine with the 5 speed tranny. They could go with the 6spd as well, but I’ve got a feeling they’re gonna take out the 1GR-FR and go with that Tacoma engine or the hybrid. I’ll probably have my 2021 4Runner until I die and I’m 42 now lol
PS the bronco sport is straight trash!!
Alex, Didn't we do this yesterday? What happened to all my heartfelt and carefully considered comments? 🤔 Oh well, it all boiled down to buy the TRD Off- Road if you are hitting the trails and spend extra for a Lexus GX if you want a luxury Toyota 4X4 in this size. 😁
I 'am' going 4Runner.
lol at the grand Cherokee being smoother off road.
I think the Bronco is more comparable than the Wrangler, at least in some trims. The Wrangler is a totally different sort of beast. Good reminder about the GX.
I like the limted 4 runner but here in Chicago they want six thousand over the msrp price no way would I pay almost 60 thousand for a 4 runner.
Hey Alex can you please do a review video on the Porsche Cayenne?
These SUV’s appear justified when gas was $2/gal. Sometimes a Prius is not as fun or cool.
Try to take a Prius off road and see how it does. They're entirely different vehicles for different audiences.
Glad I bought when I did 7 years ago my brand new factory-ordered 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee "WK2" Overland 4x4 Diesel w/ Off-Road Adventure II package and factory adjustable ride height Air Suspesion. Promptly added Mopar Rocksliders and all kinds of extra bash plates from Chief Products along with 32" Goodyear Wrangler Duratracs (had 2 sets of 33's previously on my old '04 Tahoe Z71) for max 11" ground clearance in Offroad 2 setting. I off-road the GC frequently in some pretty rough Northern Michigan areas where I own a cabin and spend much time hunting and fishing, about 2-1/2 hours away from my home downstate. Despite the diesel engine EPA debacle (got a check back from the factory for $3,075, plus extended powertrain and emissions warranties), mine has been relatively trouble free, except for eating through brakes prematurely. I have about 74K, and love the torque and great MPGs driving at 60 mph or less. Other than not having the amount of space of my old (and completely worn out) '04 Tahoe, I can still carry a lot of recovery gear (e.g., 4 MaxxTraxx, Hi-Lift Jack, come-alongs, snatch straps, shackles, shovel, ax, chainsaw, etc.) the Jeep WK2 has been the ideal vehicle for how I use it. Next option will likely be a 10lb Warn Zeon synthetic rope winch (and Chief Products Hidden Winch plate). All in, I'm at about $45K (before 6% Mich. sales tax) including all the mods. Ahh, the good old days, back when you could get significant discounts off the sticker prices of new vehicles!
Tired of reviews dinging these type of OFF ROAD specific vehicles for not handling like a sports car on road. If you want good on-road manners, don't be a moron & get yourself a different type of vehicle.
What about the Pathfinder comparison?
Pathfinder? 😂😂😂
I really want Toyota to bring back a 2 door version of the 4Runner... call it the 2Runner. Too bad they're already too late to make the 60th anniversary though.
Wonder why Forerunner got 5-soeed tranny while its brother Tacoma got 6-speed?!
Gx is brutally ugly. My #1 pick is the 4RUNNER Limited
limited is close because it has the center differential... but GX460 has it all.. Landcruiser Prado
Old design Dino 🦕 👎🤣🤣🤣
They were saying it is now or never to buy this dinosaur and then suddenly the 2023 model emerges.
hmm seems too many 4-runners promotion videos recently; trying to convince people to buy this old model. is it toyota hiring pro-youtubers to promote 4-runner... or they volunteered. anyway toyota screwed with the update and now needs people keep buying till they re-design (is it what - 2024 now); sad story
They sent out press vehicles just like every other car manufacturer does, they loaned them one for a few days or a week in some cases to do a review.
You are supposed to talk about Toyota 4Runner.....not JEEP.....
I'm trying not to buy this car. I don't need it. But... Oooof...
Get a gx and don’t look back.
Who would buy a POS jeep?! 😂🤣
Jeep Grand Cherokee