2024 VS 2025 Toyota 4Runner Comparison Review || Still The Best Reliable SUV?
2024 Toyota 4Runner VS 2025 Toyota 4Runner Comparison Review. We review and test drive the 2024 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro and compare it to the new 2025 Toyota 4Runner. We share all the details about the new 2025 Toyota 4Runner Trailhunter, TRD Pro, TRD Off Road and other trims. Is the new Toyota 4Runner still the best reliable SUV to buy? If you are buying a 2024 or 2025 Toyota 4Runner, make sure to watch this review.
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I prefer the OLD. I just got 2024 4Runner LTD 4X4 with $55k. It's absolutely a tank. It is my dream ride I had saved money for 3 years
Can’t go wrong with any of them even 2025 ones. But i would go with the hybrid for sure.
I’ve got about 180,000 miles on two 4runners and I’ve had exactly one problem the plastic clip that holds down the elbow rest broke. It cost me six dollars to replace on Amazon. It came with a screwdriver.
I’m fixing to buy a limited but really like the tdr off rd premium because of the 4 wheel drive ability. How is the 4 wheel system on your limited?
@@T-W-N88can do everything the RD do. Plus, real all time 4x4.
Your 4Runner just took a huge depreciation hit because the 2025 looks awesome and an 8 speed trans, power lift gate and better interior.
The outgoing 5th gen. will go down in history as THE BEST 4-Runner of all time.
Dealer said the same thing. Just bought a new 23 but contemplating buying a ‘24 to store for when mine breaks down in 20 years. lol
Did you forget about the 4th gen with 2UZ? 5th gen is a great 4runner but hardly the best of all time
@@NorthweSteelheadJunkies That's subjective.
I recently purchased a 2024 4Runner in the TRD Sport trim and absolutely love it. It has way more features than I will ever use and I love driving it.
5th gen 4Runner for sure, super reliable, outstanding design and the best V6 that will be a hard to find in coming years
I am keeping my 2021 TRD PRO LUNAR ROCK
I prefer the old. I just ordered a 24 limited.
Why the limited ? And not the trd off rd premium? Looking for info . My wife likes the limited
Ordering mine tomorrow. Limited '24 ❤
@@T-W-N88 The Limited is the only full time 4 x 4 which means a lot for my family's safety on rain and snow terrain. I currently have a 2020 model soon upgrading to the 2024 before the 6th gen arrives. I'll wait and see how the 2025 models hold up but hopefully will upgrade in 2028.
Good commentary, no car journalist BS. 👍
Thank you!
nothing wrong with old school. who needs a giant flat screen tv in the front windshield. the new land cruiser is not the same one as days gone by
Exactly.It is ugly the entire vehicle is ugly and hideous, looking and anyone that thinks it's gonna outlive, the older one is full of crap.
22 TRD ORP here, hanging on for life. :)
Traded my 2016 SR5 Premium for a 2023 TRD ORP five months ago. I too am old school and like the simplicity of the 5th Gen. $51,700 after a $3K dealer discount. Many options inclusing KDSS. I love it.
I currently drive a 2021 4Runner SR5 4x4. Very reliable and simple vehicle. I'm going to trade it in for a new 2024 model, so I will have the last of the 5th generation of 4Runner... best ever ...
Thanks for a great video. If I had to choose, I would get the 2024.
Thank you for this spot on review! When I saw the photos of the new 2025 4Runner, I was excited. It is really a beautiful truck, but now that I'm old and retired, I should probably keep my 2016 Trail Premium model. I bought her new, she's paid for, and she has less than 11k miles on her. Thanks for this justification!
Great video! What 5th gen year do you think is the best value for the features you get at this point?
Buy the old and keep the V6. Ask any mechanic, Turbo 4-cylinders NEVER last as long.
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Maybe but it may last long enough and the gas saved could make it worth it
@@iskdude9922I prefer to save on fuel and repair the car myself. 👍
Bro, are you stupid? V6 is the worst high maintenance low gas mileage. That’s all I gotta say.
@@iskdude9922 nobody buys a 4runner for fuel efficiency
Many 5th gen owners would like it even more primitive. I do like the new one, it looks great. The drivetrain is used in many models, which is a good sign. I’ll be curious to see if the MTS works better, and the other capabilities are also improved. Would also like to see a head to head with the LandCruiser.
Love my old one.. I'll wait a long while.. may get one eventually but going to try to keep the old one till it's .. well, older. Good insight vid.
As a mechanic when they say they improved something it means that they screwed something up. Around 10 to 12 years 150,0000 possibly 200,000 miles I hope you have at least 12 to 15 grand to replace the turbo and the battery pack, because that's what it's going to cost to keep it on the road and even less if you don't keep up with the maintenance.They should have kept the 4.0 V6 and just upgraded the transmission and regeared the rear end. Don't say I didn't warn you and if you don't believe me I'll tell you when I have to service your vehicle. Would highly recommend extended warranties as long as you keep the vehicle.
I believe you
Not that I don't believe you, it's just that in this price range, owners don't typically keep the vehicle long enough for any of that longevity stuff to matter. Sure, you'll have the badge of honor guy but mostly it's "Let the next owner worry about it."
the old 2024 dinosour forsure-simple is good
2010, silver T4R, 240K ODO, overlanding and road miles. No squeaks or rattles. A few minor accessory issues under warranty, nothing since. ALL regular maintenance. No dents or scratches. SWEET! They will bury me in it😁
Great show Shari 😊 ! I would take the tried and true all the way . 😊
Thank you!
Everybody needs to go buy one of these new Toyotas to support the good work and abandon the old models so I can get a Trd off-road at a good price before they go out of production
The 2024 line shuts down June 1st. I purchased one of the last 40 TRD off road premium in solar octane.
@@Shmity1962 sad
Old is gold, my friend.
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Thank you for always bringing quality content. Do you have any videos on the lexus GX460? I would like to trade in my hybrid maverick for it
Thank you! Not a dedicated video. I missed the boat on the old GX460, but I should be comparing it to the 2024 GX550 for a video soon!
Since I'm old school, I prefer things that are old school. 🙂
Lol everyone was crying for a new one. Now the new is here everyone is like keep the old.....😂😂😂😂 Make your mind up
You can never make everyone happy 😅
@@carhelpcorner you are right you have a better looking vehicle, faster and more fuel efficient. I think the problem is these powertrains are new for Americans. Overseas they always had turbo vehicles. The Corolla was turbo with a wagon before the GR models and no complaints
@@double__de7387 the 4 cylinder TURBO is not fuel efficient compared to V6
@@bentumbling8934 I worked for Toyota its fine the V6 get 16/19 the four cylinder turbo gets 21/26 the iForce max gets 32/41 so if that's not better forgive me
@@double__de7387 to make it more believable if you work at toyota, try to look the gas consumption on toyota website between 4runner and the new tacoma? see the difference. now show me where you get your data?
A few people r complaining about turbo. Dude, the turbo has come a long way. It's also not the first time Toyota using turbo. NX200t turbo engine introduced in 2015 is still running like a champ in 2025.
Would go Land Cruiser!
Nice ride, I don’t know about the 4cylinder. I’ll wait a few more years untill they fix all the bugs and lemons.
I’m waiting for my 2024 TRD ORP in Barcelona Red Metallic to arrive. It will be my first ever new vehicle purchase and it’s a source of comfort to know that it’s an old kind of new. It doesn’t feel risky; I can envision driving it for a couple decades, but if I later decide to do something different, the resale on them almost feels criminal. Either way, there’s a lot of value with the 5th generation.
I don’t understand people, before the 6th Gen show up everyone was complaining about 5th Gen feul economy and low power (power of 4 cylinder and feul economy of v8), now toyota hear your voice , better feul economy for sure and much more power 😀 still complaining
The power train changes is not to satisfy the buyers but the government fuel regulation (cafe)
Even as an investment. Get the 5th gen. They’ll go up in price. Specially the 24s.
Cars are not investments. They are depreciating assets. Don't kill your money that way. At 17mpg combined, plus sky high insurance this is a money losing purchase day one.
@@cmdrls212 You’re right, In general new vehicles are bad investments because they are depreciating assets but 5th Gen Toyota 4Runners have been quite the outliers when it comes to maintaining their resale value. I know a few friends who have had dealerships contact them to buy back their now used 4Runners for a few thousands dollars more than the new purchase price. I would say if you can get your hands on a 2024 4Runner before they’re gone, do it.
I just bought me a couple of hours ago a new white 24 TRD ORP. This TRD comes nicely equipped with KDSS, mtm monitor, moonroof, trail running boards, black-out lettering, high performance led fog lights, and, and, and... Sticker was $52, 213.00, dealer gave a $3,546.00 discount, and I was able to get another $1.5k off on top, so I ended up paying $47,167.00, plus tax and title fees. I'm feeling good about this deal, but I also know that I'm getting buyers remorse sometime tomorrow.... :) I'm flying out of Raleigh, NC to Pittsburgh, PA on Wednesday to pick my new 4Runner up. Looking forward to my ten hour drive back home from PA to NC! :)
Please share where and who gave you this good deal? I need a '24 and everyone is way over msrp here in VA. I'l go to N.C, no problem.
I still want to see what Toyota will do with the new FJ Cruiser
"Landcruiser" it is now.....😊😷
Wish they would bring back the FJ as it was
Does anyone know if the new 4Runner with the turbo4 require premium fuel ? The Lexus RX switched to a turbo4 & it takes premium fuel which costs about $1 per gallon more than regular
Someone knows witch one is more spacious to carry souffre in the back 4runner 2025 or landcruiser 2024
Keeping my 24 4Runner TRD Pro. I need a reliable 4 wheel drive rig. Unlike most TRD Pros, this one sees dirt half of the time. My only upgrade is RSG rock sliders. Its an off road beast that takes me where i want to go.
Great review. I have a TRD Pro in terra hopefully showing up in the next few weeks. The new one looks pretty good but of you squint, it looks a tad like an Explorer in my 100% biased opinion!
My test car was Terra. Great choice! I would be torn between Terra or Underground.
5th Gen for life
With a 4 cyl / turbo? 😂
Please put me down as "old school. "
Is that chrome I’m looking at around the window of the mud bath trd ?@14:14
Keeping my V6
New. I didn't like whiny drive train old. Also it floats on the road and feels like not planted.
2024 4Runner any day!
I bought a 2024 limited! $5000 off MSRP and not much SET add on BS… I also own a 2023 460GX and a 2021 Land Cruiser… the last year of each ICE motors… hopefully I will long enough to wear them all out!
Between those three tanks your fleet will easily outlive just about anyone's lifetime 😂
I'll keep Driving my 2022 TRD Pro Lime Rush till it's at least 10 years old then we will see ? Reliably is King !
I like the present one better. Many reasons but one for me is I like the way the president models rear seat folds down. It gives it a more longer later floor. The 2025 has that file up seat that doesn't give you as long of a cargo floor. I don't know if you could sleep in the new one.
Great job on the review; I own 2024 TRD ORP with KDSS (my personal upgrade from a 3rd Gen with 275k). Note: Depending on how it’s doing I may consider a 2028 based on a known track record. Even the Taco now has some teething issues. Time will tell. All I know its only basic maintenance for me 3 years from now. The hybrid battery is a huge issue for me unless Toyota extends the hybrid battery warranty to 180k miles. Traditional 4Runner owners’ are in it for the long haul. The hybrid battery is a huge bill down the road. Under the current warranty plans from Toyota I’ll be tracking the non hybrid to see if it’s worth it.
Thank you! I wouldn't be too worried about the hybrid battery life. Toyota's warranty is already 10 years 150,000 miles, and they often last far longer than that. Luckily Toyota went with their well proven and low cost NiMH battery for the 4Runner which I was happy to see.
Just bought a 2024, an upgrade from my 1996 4Runner with 245,000 miles. My daughter is driving it now
My brother has a 98' 4runner.
I LIKE THE OLD ONE MORE DUE TO THE GOOD OLD FASHIONED 6 CYLINDER NON TURBO ENGINE INSIDE OF IT.😊
Great review. Gen5 for the win! Get one while you still can. You will not be disappointed.
Thank you!
Just purchased a new 2024 SR5 premium. First new car purchase ever and I'm upgrading from a 2009 nissan altima. So where as everyone calls the 2024 4runner outdated, it has a ton of new tech to me lol. I thought about waiting for the 2025, however I have such a peace of mind with the 2024 knowing all the kinks have been long worked out and that it will last.
Just bought a new '24 SR5 4x4. Wanted it as simple as possible with as little chance of things to break. I enjoy the little nuances and reliability that an old platform provides. I live down a long caliche/rock road and have already taken it stock on a couple of easy trails to camp in Texas. Very happy with my choice. I hope to drive it for 20+ years and get 300k plus. When I heard the '25s were changing to a new turbo 4cyl, that clinched the deal. I had a 1st gen ford ecoboost and just gave the vehicle away at 220k miles as it needed a 2nd engine replacement!
I have a 5th Gen 4Runner and love it, but I like the idea of the new one being safer, and the body being lower because I have trouble getting into mine now. Also if I can get a power Lift gate (I know it’s optional) I would like that too because I have trouble opening mine at times.
I have a FE Landcruiser on the way, but have decided to go 2024 TRD Pro Runner. Sold my 2023 in anticipation of the LC...but made the decision today to buy the Runner (same color, same options...but last year)
Personally, I think that the 4Runner will always be an excellent vehicle with the best durability and I don't think it will be for the city, rather for country areas, but I don't see changes that are substantial, Toyota only makes small modifications and that's what they call new They half change the grills, the instrument panel, a suspension that is actually not new, the previous Tacoma already had the same one and that's it, and with that they make a great campaign for their vehicles.
The 2025 model for me. It’s the optics - inside and outside. And I feel comfortable enough about Toyota’s reputation and engineering to make that switch. Wish they would have the 3.4l hybrid option for the TRD though.
Can anyone help me on this ? Is the limited or the trd off rd premium better ?
Depends on what you want from your vehicle. Limited is the luxury option, real leather, 20” wheels, more chrome, less off road looks and capability. TRD Off Road is the sweet spot of the range. It offers much of what TRD Pro offers and it’s not as flashy or expensive. Much better off road than the Limited, and looks much rugged yet low key and simple.
5th Gen 100%, already have two in my driveway next to my Tacoma.
I feel the 5th gen fits with the gen x or elder millennial crowd best... but the new one has me quite enamored..
I was really debating on waiting for the 2025 4 runner. My dad talked me into getting the 2024. We bought ours in feb. Beautiful vehicle . But i kinda regret not waiting tbh haha. Oh well. 🤷🏻♀️ I still love my 4Runner
Great video Shari! Thank you for honest reviews and always covering all aspects of a vehicle. You hit the nail, any new generation of vehicles will not be as trouble free as older generation. The new ones are more complex just to save a drop of gasoline. Absolute ridiculous, this is pushed by this government who are clueless.
Thank you! If it were my call, I would have done everything I could to keep that V6 as an option. It would have been interesting to see which one more buyers would pick.
Let’s see if the 2025’s stack up on the lot plus I’m guessing a 8-10% bump in price
2024 4runner, never buy the1st year of production
You should always buy the first year of production and never buy the last year like you did....
@@jordanebacheri would say buy 2nd year and avoid the last year - price drop too much
I would drive old school for sure as long as I can, and then go directly to full EV, hoping technology will evolve and produce more electric range in less money than today.
Bought a TRD Off Road last month because I wanted the last of the old school technology.
I've had two toyota 4 runners, a 1998 that I put almost 400,000 miles on it before I had to give it up.... I cried. I am now in a 2012 runner (limited) and I can't wait for the new one. dana t.
I can relate dana t. I have a 98 sr5 with 273,000 miles and it still runs like a champ. It amazes me how that vehicle has got me out of some pretty hairy situations off road. I just purchased a 24 OR, very happy with it but I still kept my 98 and I am not going to part with it. Believe it or not, if I was to go take one of the vehicles off road right now … it would be the 98 sr5. I am so confident in its ability to get me to and back.
I can’t wait for the new model. It’ll be my fifth forerunner. Each generation I’ve had has been great.
There are quite a few new items on the 6th gen I wish were available on my 5th gen.
I have a 2015 and ready for the 2025.
I guarantee you what what you call old school will outlive that new crap.
I have waited 4 years for the redesign 4Runner for my first new car I am glad i waited I absolutely love the new 4Runner I was going to get the 2024 Tacoma if they didn’t redesign the 4Runner
I had a 2015 4Runner and everything he calls out as negative with the drive quality is what I liked about it and miss it today.
I will keep my bullet proof '18 and '23 naturally aspirated V6 thank you very much
I’m trading my 2021 rav 4 in for 2024 4 runner next week. I like the reliability of they v6
I would stick with the 2024 as well because you know what you’re getting; a vehicle with a proven track record of exceptional reliability. Not bashing the new 6th generation model but I agree that it is not uncommon for there to be some issues with first model year vehicles. I say give it 2-3 model years and go for the 2027-2028 6th Gen 4Runner.
The new 4Runner looks great but my 2012 5th gen 4Runner approaching 200k miles is running perfectly so I’m sticking with the 5th gen for now.
KDSS version drives smooth, great and like Hydraulic steering.
I will take the 2024 4Runner Limited 4WD without any doubt. I would never mess with any 4-banger turbo or hybrid crap.
Turbo 4 (not the +hybrid) makes premium a must, requires more oil change diligence, will cost significantly more to buy, but gives only a slightly better fuel economy, giving just a bit more HP and 25lbs of torque over the old V6.
I'd take the 2024, just bought one. Until the new drive train and motor have had at least 3 years to work.out issues, it would be an expensive gamble. Ultimately, I believe tbe resale on the 2024 will remain high for some time. It's the last iconic 4 runner
I would buy the most reliable one.
Ill keep my 5th Gen 2023 Trd Pro. Forever..
I have 2023 TR4 ORP in Lime Rush. Paid $53K out the door and added about $8K worth of upgrades to it. This will be my main ride for the next 15+ years. If I get anything new, this 4runner will be passed down or parked in garage.
Just bought a new 2024 SR5 Premium. 👍
Looks wise the new one mechanically the old one
I was never a fan of the 5th gens. I owned a 2nd gen, and have a 4th gen still running strong. This 6th gen will be my third. They hit every 4runner note i was hoping for from the looks and function side. Cannot wait to have this car for a decade+!
The cheaper. Let some other sucker take the initial depreciation hit, even in a Toyota.
The new 4Runner is an awesome truck thats sexy AF, but i love how old school the 5th gen is. With that roaring 4.0 v6, awesome old school trucky driving dynamics, & manual transfer case in the trd off road & pro! The old school body on frame vibes r what make the 4Runner so awesome! If u want more refinement out of a vehicle, then u probably wouldn’t be looking at a 4Runner in the 1st place
Love my 2024 limited …hope I never need another one hehehe…you can keep the little 4 cylinder 4 runner lol
Calling the 1gr a dinosaur is truly sad. Proven reliability is what toyota is about. And that motor is insanely reliable.
Did I not say that repeatedly?
My 2014 never see a mechanic for anything other than oil change Waiting till 2026 to see if the 2025 have anything wrong with it before I make my decision. To bad Toyota don’t have manual transmission option for the new 4Runner
I was very excited about the 6th Gen but I found it very underwhelming to be honest. Now I love my 2023 SR5 even more with its classic reliable design. Get a 2024 if you can, it is already a classic and as tough and reliable as they come…and with a little bit of money you can even make it more tastefully modern with all the aftermarket parts
Turbocharged engines get ruined if you drive mostly less than 2 miles,on most of your trips and the engine doesn't get warmed up. You probably want to get rid of the turbocharged vehicle before the warranty expires.
Driving short distances is bad for any engine. It sounds like what you’re actually referring to is direct injection. Thankfully, Toyota designed the 2.4T with D4S so it won’t build carbon any worse than the current V6 engine.
You're a real-life Morty Sanchez.
No matter what he said the 2024 four runner is better because there is no way the new generation will surpass the quality longevity reliability and the reason why people enjoy the previous generation. If you want new bells and whistles, go for the new more expensive forerunner and you know it will be more expensive but if you want something to last for years, enough said.
When they lost the 6 cyl., they lost me. (and MANY others). The only thing the 5th gen needed was more body insulation and maybe a few miner tweeks.
What is a 4 runner LTD, I've never heard of that
Limited
Going with the old, getting one before they are gone, wish I could buy two. If Toyota built the Tacoma in Japan I would buy that instead though. Check out the rad Toyota 4Runner PRO in exterior color (TERRA) very Kool I just can't justify a PRO and you will have to deal with standing out
Driving my 5th gen for 200k more miles then ill see how these new ones are holding up
The 5th Gen must be completely different from the 4th Gen despite the engine because nobody in the wackiest moment would ever call it unrefined. The engine is so smooth. No harshness, vibration, nothing. Wind noise is the only intrusion into the can, unless you put big off-road tires on. I respect different opinions, but sometimes it seems like reviewers just pull things from the sky when comparing old and new. They start to imagine things that never existed to create some separation. For the 5th Gen, I've heard underpowered. I've heard lumbering. I've heard like a tank. Never heard the 4.0 being associated with being unrefined. Correct me if I'm wrong, as I drive a 4th Gen.