2022 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro vs. 2006 V8 Toyota 4Runner w/246,000 Miles - POV Comparison: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pdWJZK2WytqahqM.html

Here’s why they still sell. Bomb proof engine, trans, driveline. Unstoppable reliability. When you are 250 miles out in the middle of no where Toyota 4Runners and Landcrusiers are great peace of mind!

Chris, Overbuilt + under-stressed = longevity. Of all the 4Runners you cannot find on a dealer lot right now, the TRD Off Road is the one I miss the most.😉 I think we can all agree, a 6 speed manual would go a long towards the elimination of the gear hunting problem . 😁

In 2018 my dad bought a TRD-Off Road brand new for $3000 under MSRP ($36,000 new) in Barcelona Red and it hasn’t lost 1 dollar in value over the last 4 years / 35,000 miles

I bought a 22 4Runner TRD Off Road premium back in February and I am absolutely in love! Would recommend to anyone who is thinking about buying one!

no idea why theres sooo many haters in these comments. the 4runner is easily one of the best off-roading SUVs you can buy right now. you buy other SUVs at markup and after 3 years you'd be lucky to get half of the original MSRP for it. with a 4runner, you buy it at 55k and 3 years later its still within 20k of msrp, even after taking it off-road and beating the piss out of it, because the thing doesn't break. what a lot of people arent grasping here is the reliability, modularity, and versatility of these vehicles. there's not much else like it on the market right now. toyota's philosophy with the 4runner is if it ain't broke don't fix it, and it's obviously paying off because the 4runner sold like hot-cakes in 2021, at 144k units sold, most successful year for the car yet.

Great review. I have a 2021 TRD Off Road Premium which I think is the sweet spot in the 4Runner lineup. I expect to drive this thing for the next 10 - 20 years. Can't beat their reliability.

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I think people just appreciate an old school honest to goodness simple truck. Most new vehicles r so disposable these days and this is before evs become mainstream. This and the gx does not feel that way.

Also the manual shift transfer case and big HVAC controls are awesome. None of that push button junk like on a lot of vehicles.

Bought mine way back in November, I've been in love with it ever since! I get compliments on the color all the time! The exhaust sounds pretty burly too, though I'd like something throatier at idle. 4Runner fam for life!

I love mine. Wanted a GX460 Premium Plus for quite a while. Decided, if I could get a Pro for msrp and get good equity out of my trade I’d go for it. Only took 2 weeks of calling around within 100 miles of me. Constantly being told, “yes sir msrp! Next day: Actually…it’s gonna be a $5k bump bud., no thanks.” I really wanted white or magnetic grey but decided to take a leap with Lime Rush (no choice). Had seen a couple in person but not up close. Bought on a Friday delivered on Monday. After living with it since Feb. It makes me smile every time I see it. I love the attention it gets and it really goes well with the capability of the vehicle. The color is very pearlescent like and has many shades in all types of lighting. The exhaust drone was horrendous at first, I barely notice it now. It rides identical to a current year GX with the exception the GX has amazing handling in corners with KDSS keeping body roll a minimum. Fuel economy? I don’t do much highway driving (65+ mph) the highway to my work has about 6 large hills over 10 miles. I found I’d only get about 16.5 mpg throughout the week. Driving flatter backroads at 55-60ish mph I maintain 18.5 avg mpg per tank, on 93 octane. Yes, I spend the extra $9-$10 per fill up on 93. “To each my own”, recommends 87+ “or higher” still has a 10:1 compression ratio and my 2 cents it just has way better power and slightly better mpg vs 87 regular and 89 mid grade. I don’t find my transmission to be gear hunting that much I feel reminded of the older tcu style it just goes, upshifts when it should it’ll even downshift when I let off the throttle and are coasting downhill. It has excellent deceleration in the drivetrain, easy to go easy on brakes. If I’m not mistaking I’d almost think the tcu is semi adaptive to your driving style. 2900 miles and no complaints about lack of power or gear hunting.

Love these things. So well built. Wish they still offered the manual like the Tacoma.

Wow, really great review. Very detailed. Thanks

you're easily one of the best auto reviewers on youtube right now, but wanting a 2.3 ton SUV to run fast is simply your fault, I agree these are expensive thou.

Laughed at the escape hybrid comment, I could instantly picture it. One other nice thing about that side exit exhaust, you can drive around with the hatch window down and it won't suck the exhaust into the cabin!

I love my 22 TRD OFF ROAD, the winter we had up here in central Canada this winter my 4runner made it enjoyable to drive in. The Off Road also has KDSS which is a huge plus for off roading and if I ever do sell I know ill make my money back on it! Can't wait for the Corolla GR review!

I work at a dealer in Ann Arbor- and yes! These cars do NOT stay, we have a lot of certified units. But this car needs a new refresh for sure.

Wow, I didnt know these only came equiped with a 5 speed auto!!!!......Well, that Toyota reliability cant be beat, even if the hardware dates back to my grade school days

I paid 55K for my 2022 TRD PRO and LOVE IT! The exhaust sounds great. If you want a quieter highway vehicle get a stock hybrid SUV. The exhaust noise is a non-issue as its purely driver preference. The 2022 TRD PRO has all the great features of the 4Runner. 2023 might be the last year you can grab this iconic 5th gen design/engine before they do some heavy mods in the Gen 6 models.

The 6th generation 4Runner can't come soon enough. The new Tundra and Land Cruiser drive light years better than their previous counterparts and the interiors had a much needed update.

270 horsepower is pretty good honestly the problem is the torque at only 278, I have an 03 V8 limited and my friend is always surprised by how much torque I have compared to his moms new TRD Pro

I'd go for the SR5. I believe it is the best bang for the buck. In my opinion.

after land rover, mercedes, raptor and a wrangler 392, I finally got myself a 21 trd offroad, yes, the transmission is dated, steering wheel is heavy, but it's so damn reliable, no recall no transmission fault, no timing phaser noise no lifter problem it's so dated yet so simple, that's where the beauty shine...and it gets 340-370 miles per tank..

I “had”a 20 Trd pro 4Runner and Still have a 16 trail edition w/kdss. I recently (3 weeks ago) purchased a 23 trd off road premium without kdss. This is my 6th 4Runner. All have been stellar !!! I drive ALOT so I rotate every 2-3 years. I liked the pro version BUT I found the roof rack noise and droning exhaust to be not to my liking. Since I was going to change tires and suspension anyway that’s why I went back to the trd orp. I don’t really consider this an suv (per todays standards) this is a truck fully boxed frame vehicle.

I love the exhaust. Sounds like a truck and not a Prius. To each their own.

Very reliable indeed, I’m looking to get a 4Runner but, in the limited trim

Sadly for some reason Toyota/Lexus was just not willing to install the fine6 speed automatic into this 4runner! It just begs for that overdrive gearing!

I love your 2006 4Runner SRS V8 because it lasts Forever

Love the Speedmaster Professional... hesalite version with the non-polished mid links, right??? also, great review.

My wife's Tacoma milage on her 06 SR5 is 232 thousand miles. Reliable always wins

Chiming on the gear hunting...my 18 wants to live in 4th gear on the highway at like 3.2k rpm. I couldn't imagine it with that exhaust

That Speedy. 😍

I can't believe Toyota hasn't found a way to drop the A760E into the 4runner yet, it is structurally the same transmission with just one more clutch pack and one more overdrive. We would really appreciate that extra overdrive and swap out the old 3.73 for a 4.30 final drive. That would do wonders for the 4runner.

I have a 2016 TRD off road, I love the dang thing, she has 226k. I wish they offered a Manuel just because who wouldn’t love that? But still the five speed is a decent transmission and hasn’t given me issues, outdated as it may be.

I do miss the grab handles in the 4th gens on all four sides of the vehicle. Only the shotgun seat gets a handle to assist in getting in for the 5th gens now.

Just realized the trd pro entertainment/AC unit is different compared to the off roads which has the three knobs vs the two and digital temps

now that you did the 4Runner again, you should do the sequoia again now!

Great review. Love my 2017 TRD 4Runner. The only thing that’s 2022 is the price! The rest is what they’ve been doing since 2013.

I think you should review my built 18 off road. 15mpg!

Best vehicle you can have

Great vid as always! I want a 4runner but I don't think the TRD pro is worth the price tag. Also what watch are you wearing? Looks clean.

Got a 2023 Solar Octane 4 Runner TRD Pro and I love it. What a Great SUV. Not concerned with the speed of the motor. It’s a solid truck with Toyota reliability that’s still made in Japan.

I just purchased a 2022 4 runner with 17k miles on it. Looking for recommendations on what to use to or where to take to get undercoating to prevent rust. I live in PA. TY!

The drone is annoying, but can be fixed. I know for the price you shouldn't have to fix anything, but the modding community is huge for 4Runners. Part of what's made me debate a TRD overhaul of a Limited.

I do hate the droning of the TRD exhaust. I may change it out later this year. I average about 15 mpg before my K&N drop in filter, I get 16 mpg now living in the southeast.

Nice! 2008 all over again! 👍🏻

The dedicated digital clock that’s been there in Toyotas since the beginning of time is something I miss in some of their other models. I would pay for that digital clock… simple and effective. Especially if they put it back in the teal/green VFD display. My 1990 pickup’s clock is still going strong and bright.

I freaking lost it at seeing the color. LOL!!!!!😁

Agree with you on the torque of the v8, it’s so much better

I live in Miami and never even think about off-roading. I would buy a Limited RWD and drive it for 8+ years.

The more I see it the more I like it

Doesn't bother me, I'm not speeding anywhere... it feels just fine.

Color reminds me of the Cayman R's Peridot Green

I personally would pick this over its competitors like the bronco or the jeeps!

For 2024 I want same 4R but with 6 or 8 speed, a little bit more power and economy, better cameras with identical button layout. I fear they will put big screen and remove buttons, knobs, and 4H 4L selector lever. A fully functional radar cruise would be great, what's the point if I have to be on watch for speed to drop below 25 mph and stop manually. I drove my friends Camry and it is so stressful drive knowing that I may have to suddenly take control of braking below 25.

How does the blind spot monitoring system work on the 22 4runner?

So much off road tech, just as he opens the manual lift gate.

In reality, you can’t get a lot of vehicles for $55k, MSRP’s are inflated, dealer fees are inflated, market adjustments, even used crap, especially trucks of any variety are more expensive then that. If you need to buy something in this market it’s still a good deal. I built a bronco on Fords website, checked inventory, called the dealer as inventory was there, the price went up 5k for dealer fees, 61k with a take it or leave it mentality from the dealer, it will be sold to so schmuck regardless.

I get so confused by reviews of this vehicle. Everyone who tests them says they’re comfortable, smooth on the highway, have plenty of power, not too much cabin noise, great visibility etc BUT they’re not recommended for daily driving like what? Lol what am I missing?

With these fox shocks does it wonder or float on the road ?

I would def get a car in this green.

I thought these were cool and reliable, but surprised that the interior still looks like it’s in the 2000s

It's a good looking truck, and reliable as hell. But numbers don't always tell everything. Drove it a month ago and it lacked engine strength, then drove a V6 Sienna and that thing rocked me forward... Toyota makes good engines..

You want a truck? TOYOTA all day everyday!!!

I actually think this things biggest competition is the tacoma, tundra and mabe the seq. bronco/wrangler buyers won't be interested. And a defender buyer would look at a heinous limited and laugh at the driving dynamics and mitsubishi like interior. I didnt realize how much freakin weight the 4runner gained (600+lbs) when the 5th gen was introduced made the engine update of the archaic drivetrain.

I love the 4Runner. My car is a 2007 4Runner sport and I love it. I was looking to buy a 2022 but the interior is just too outdated for me. I want them to keep everything as is on the outside and in the engine bay. Just spice up the interior

Huge difference in opinions from his 2019 TRD Pro review

The 4Runner needs a full redesign

They make a TRD cold air intake that will give you better gas mileage and more torque. My 06 Tacoma JUMPS OFF THE LINE. Gets 5 more miles to the gallon too.

The best SUV

Part of me loves that they keep this generation around so long to keep it relatively affordable, but it could really use an update at this point. The power train is woefully underpowered and the vehicle is not up to the task when driving on highways. At highway speeds, it has a tendency to get pushed around by the wind a lot and you won’t be passing very often.

Nice Speedmaster

toyota racing means its faster than other model like limited?

Hi, I want to turn my 4 runner and I want apple car play what can I do?

Toyota has a 3.5L v6 making over 300 HP but the 4L only making 270?

I miss the V8 4Runner

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How many gallons the tank takes?

If you get one at 100 mikes is there a good chance it still runs great? I never buy cars high mileage but I never bought a large car

Let me shine some light on your review. The shocks in the off road package does not have the fox shocks and under breaking will nose dive a bit. It's soft but not as trail friendly. You can swap out the exhaust for a quiet one. For ne its not a game changer. I road in the trd pro 1 week ago in the 2023 model. It was a quieter ride. So Toyota did something. I'm an ex-suoerbike racer. For me I like the growling of an exhaust.

Only thing I hate is how toyota has the dual climate only on pro and limited trims.

When will it get redesigne???

Have you driven a 4Runner TRD Off Road Premium with KDSS option to compare on road handling?

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People complain that they are old but if I was Toyota and continued to sell as many 4Runners as they do why the hell would you change perfection? There is not a single thing wrong with these vehicles and at lease with base model 4Runners you still get most of the gadgets related to technology…unlike ford where your screen is still a iPhone 5.

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Wouldn’t it make more sense if the 4Runner had a V8 option? What about the twin turbo that’s found in the tundra?

Jeep with the Pentastar town and country engine , or a Toyota 4.0? I’ll pay the Toyota premium.

at 4:15 you said the engine is "...dated, not a ton of power, not a ton of torque..." I looked up the biggest 4Runner competitors (Jeep Wrangler v6, Nissan Pathfinder, Honda Passport, and Kia Telluride). All of them had ~10-20 more HP than the 4Runner, but the 4Runner has ~10-20 more torque than any of these (I know you can get a Wrangler 392 or hybrid, but comparing to the main v6 that almost everyone gets). It's definitely an old engine, but maybe more so the transmission than the HP (def not the torque vs competitors)?

How about automatic start

I think these still sell well because of their reliability, and its like an older suv, and seems less complex than the shitboxes automakers spit out these days. Good old fashion v6 auto body on frame SUV. And it has a normal size infotainment screen, not an 80 inch TV. Its just such a good vehicle

Those exhaust tips you can turn down and will be quiet.

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Love the watch, what brand is it?

Good Review..... i have one Red TRD Offroad Platinum 2022. these are the cons : 16 MPG . Noise during drive on Highways. Need a cable USB for connect the Android Auto and iPhone. USB Connector located near the knee. Min Low cruise system 28 Milles. Abrupt Disconnect Cruiser System under 28 miles Useless Wifi in Audio System with AT&T without good apps and improvementas. Strange behavior on sudden braking, no stability. Useless Eco Graphics in system audio. Very large scale for low fuel efficiency. Useless Eco Graphcs in dashboard Control. It doesn't have a glasses holder. does not have remote start. TOYOTA should provide the best USB cable to ensure phone connectivity

55 thousand for this thing is bananas when you can get the Everglades Bronco for less. Toyota reliability will always sell though.

If I was Toyota, I wouldn't redesign this. Record sales numbers speak for themselves

Get some cheese to go with the wine.😂

Bummer...still too cheap to add a CD player!