NEW 6th Gen Toyota 4Runner UNVEILED! 5 Reasons to BUY a 2024 Instead...
The All-New 2025 Toyota 4Runner is to be unveiled today! That's exciting for some, but unfortunate for others. In this video I want to take a less "hype-man" approach, and really showcase the primary reasons one would buy the current 2024 (5th gen) Toyota 4Runner instead of waiting for the new 2025. I highlight the 5 Reasons to buy a 2024 while showcasing a 2024 4Runner TRD Off Road right next to a 2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road (both in Underground grey). Bottom line is, people buy Toyotas because of Reliability, Simplicity and Affordability. Each factoring into their amazing resale values.
The 5 Reasons I talk through in this video include:
1. Powertrain
2. Price
3. Simplicity
4. Aging Well
5. Resale of the 5th Gen moving forward
Let me know your honest thoughts. Do you think the last of the tried and true 5th gen is a wise purchase compared to the all-new 4 cylinder 2025? Newer isn't always better. Are you planning to buy a 2024 while you still can or will you wait for the 2025 to hit lots? Thank you for watching as always! If you found any value in this video, please consider Liking and Subscribing, your support means a lot. Thank you!
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Have no ragrets… not even a single letter. 😎 🤙
That's funny, took a second but i got it haha
Really, your whole channel is literally regrets and selling and buying another. 🤣🤣 jk!
2021 5.7 Tundra, 20223 4.0 4runner last of two great legends.
@@TonyTundra5.7 I would have got a 4Runner it's just they don't have a manual transmission so I went with the Tacoma but I think they're all pretty solid Tundra Tacoma & I 4Runner, not the new ones tho
The new models like the Land Cruiser etc are awesome looking. Like anything over time we gravitate towards the newest and best things. The new models will have the best fuel consumption, newest technology, newest safety features and as usual great resell values. Plus the new interiors and comfort seem to be a notch above all the prior years ergonomically. With that being said the last 10 years are all great as well and worth taking care of and keeping.
The Toyota 4-Runner has always been iconic here in the US. Bought my first 4-runner in 1987. I’ve owned many over the years. They have never let me down. You just can’t beat a made in Japan Toyota
So even if a four-cylinder turbo version of the 2025 4 cylinder is built in Japan you trust it will have the same reliability using your logic?
@@sammyjammy6647 i think its more of a shift in expectations now. If toyota revamps that whole 4x4 line to be turbo'd and hybrid then getting 300k miles wont be the new normal or expectation, but 200k or less. Toyota is going to be doing alot of mind shifting with their existing customers here shortly.
@@sammyjammy6647 the engine is made by the same engine team and the toyota hilux is turbo charged. who calls a hilux unreliable?
@@cmdrls212that’s a turbo diesel tho,it can take the higher pressure unlike turbo gas engines
Fwd 2021 to 2023 and Toyota might as well put made in China
This dude gets it! Love my 2024 4Runner. It's the last of a dying breed - reliable, simple, and built to last. Can't wait to see what the resale value is like in a few years
I bought a new 4Runner in 2017. Drove it for 4 years. Sold it for $2K more than I gave for it new
Do you know if the 4Runner is able to slide a sheet of drywall past the roll-down rear window? I need a vehicle with some limited hauling capability. Considered the 3rd gen Tacoma but it's not a good fit for me because I'm 6'4". The 4th gen would probably fit me better but I'm not interested in being the first adopter of a new generation Tacoma. If the 4Runner can handle a full sized sheet of drywall, I might go with it. If it's can't, the alternative might be a 2021 Tundra V8, but that's a lot of truck for a daily driver. Your opinion is appreciated.
It would be funny if Nissan brought out a 4 Runner competitor with a 4.0L V6.
X terra 2.0
That would be a game changer
Emission regs. No chance.
Heard they are. Xterra coming back
Ok. Buy the Nissan. It’ll probably be a great engine. But I’ll stick with the Toyotas using Yamaha engines. I’d bet they’ll still last longer.
Bought a black 2024 TRD Offroad Premium on February 15th. The 5th Gen 4runner will be in huge demand in the years to come just like the FJ Cruisers are now. Get one before they are sold out, you will be happy you did!
I wanted the trd off-road premium but couldn’t find one in the underground color. Ended up with just a premium third row 4wd in underground. I think it’ll still hold it’s value with the One Year Color.
I bought a new, red off road premium in January this year too. Love it, comfortable, smooth gear changing, I drive at road posted speeds, maybe 5 over. I always get to where I'm going. I've been driving for 65 years. I bought the 4runner based on it's reliability record. It has all the gadgets I need and, I'm averaging 20.7 miles per gallon. If you want better gas mileage, slow down a little.
Hey I joined this group and you better hurry because their gonna stop letting people in. The only thing is you gotta drink this punch 😅😅😅😅
Just picked up my 3rd gen 4Runner with only 100k miles. Did all the maintenance and it’s extremely reliable, no turbo no crazy problems. Just a nice reliable good old fashioned truck. I won’t pay these mark ups or retire my life to a car payment
You are definitely, absolutely, positively correct on all your points, great video!
You're right about resale. I've followed the price of my 2020 4runner resale. I can sell it today and get all of my money back.... and I mean allll of my money back. I've been driving for free for 4 years.
That's disapating.
Selling it for the same amount you bought it for. Maybe a bit of a stretch. I have a 2020 TRD ORP and even I would take a lose some.
Your videos are all so straight forward, going against the grain of others a lot, which i love! Your genuineness shines thru! Keep it up! Appreciate you, Lucy
5th gen 4 Runner is one of the most iconic vehicle ever built.
Owning my 22’ Tundra open my eyes to buying a new 24’ 4Runner, 4Run meant for my retirement soon (not resale plans). Many trips to hell & back with no high tech worries. 😊
Great video, @untamedmotors. This is my second 5th gen 4Runner, and after hearing your points, I’m definitely not selling anytime soon! I appreciate your straightforwardness, it’s refreshing to hear someone speak the truth even when others won’t admit it, though deep down, we all agree.
I don't have a 4Runner with that 4.0 V-6 simplicity but I do have the manual transmission 3.5L Tacoma that still has the original turn-key.. no push button 🔘 start here 😂 your spot on Untamed keeping it 💯% 🤙🏻👌🏻🤜🏻🤛🏻
I'm buying a 2024 4Runner TRD Pro in Terra, it's allocated to me, should be at my dealership in late May or June. I'm very excited!
did you consider a ORP with the KDSS?
@@alh5470I purchased a 2024 TRD Pro that has the FOX shocks that come by default and it’s very good and stable on curves, turns or ramps. Better than stock 4Runner suspension. So I didn’t want the KDSS anymore, although initially wanted the KDSS, plus without the KDSS I can tune more the 4Runner. But I’m not going to change it for the first years.
Well said 😊 ! That's the reason I purchased the 5th generation 4Runner because the new 6th generation will loose it's simplicity and reliability factor and the price will definitely be more expensive than the 5th generation .😊
It's not realistic to ask anybody to buy a new 2024 4Runner and put it in storage, but if I had the money, lol. They will just hold their value and most likely go up in value. Can you imagine, an old man telling his grandson or daughter, that hear the stories of the last great 4Runner, for decades, was way back in 2024, and you tell them, "I've been keeping one in storage for you'.
and imagine is all you will because likely gas will be so expensive by the time that happens that 17mpg will basically be as much of a joke as the gas milliegage of an M2 Abrams tank.
@@cmdrls212 America leads planet Earth in untapped fuel energy. 200 years of oil, 400 years of coal, over 10,000 years of natural gas, uranium, lithium, ect. It boils down to political will, to extract it. The USA is far from running outta fuel, lol.
7:00 all they had to do was get rid of that clock, move the AC vents up higher, then extend the 8 inch screen horizontally on each side so the screen could be 11-12 inches. Then move the knobs elsewhere. You dont need the track and seek buttons. Remove all that. The knobs for volume and changing the radio could be farther left. If they wanted to keep the infotainment buttons, adding them above and below the sceen while removing the Siruius XM branded plate would work as well. Alot they could have done instead of just plopping in a huge tablet!
Love my 21 4runner, miss it so much can’t wait to get home!
I loved my 2019 4runner TRD Pro so much that I traded it in for a 2022 version because I wanted LED Headlights, 360 Camera and bigger infotainment. Love this vehicle and will be staying with me for a long time. Most dependable vehicle I have ever owned. Great channel!!!
was thinking about that but i'm not sure i can give up the KDSS and my 1.99% apr for the 24 Pro.. also was thinkin well maybe i can get an aftermarket trail cam and the TRD wheels for my 21 orp
I own a 2023 4Runner Classic Silver Metallic with KDSS. Never going to sell that. When I was a teenager I always wanted a 1996 Ford Bronco. I believe the 5th get 4Runner will be sought after just like that generation Ford Bronco was.
I couldn’t agree more. I’ll keep mine as long as I can!
Excellent video! Thank you for this review. It confirms everything I was already thinking. I just purchased a 2024 SR5 Premium. I am not an off-roader. I just wanted a Toyota quality, 4 Wheel Drive SUV. This vehicle is perfect for my needs. Everything you said in your review is spot on. I had watched many videos on the wisdom of buying the 2024 model rather than waiting for the 2025 version to come out. This very simple 4Runner will hold its value and will surely give me many years of reliable service. Even after seeing all of the reviews on the new sixth Gen, I realize I made the right choice. Keep the reviews coming!
I just ordered a 2024 ORP an hour ago! Can't wait!
Yup bought mine last year in Lunar Rock. Happy about it
TRDJon is waving his PomPoms in the back for the new Toyotas 🤣
He’s the biggest new Toyota simp
😂
TRDjon is such a massive tool
@@ap-1994 haha yeah but he gotta eat
gotta get that content $$
Brother you speak the truth, there's no lying in you, and your very knowledgeable on cars. I purchased used the 2018 4runner in 2018 for 28K, during the pandemic Toyota offered me 32K. Today it's definitely worth over 28K. I never sold my 2018 4runner and considering purchasing and adding the 2025 once Toyota works out the kinks from switching over to a new design. Keep putting out informative and classy content.
Best video yet untamed,Toyota fan boy telling it real.You are in your wheel house👌👌🇺🇲.
We need more content creators like you who are willing to hold these manufacturers accountable
People.... stop spending money on depreciation. Specially money YOU don't have... debt is modern-day slavery. Save your money, rainy day, retirement.... invest... etc. If you have kids, college or trade school is expensive. Think about your kids..... or don't. They will live with you when they are 50 years old....
You’re so right…imagine pumping that same $1,000 (+/- a couple hundred bucks) into your 401K and/or Roth IRA on a monthly basis.
The American way
@@thadlm2698you can only contribute $8k(if you’re over 50, $7k if under 50) total to all of your IRA’s per year and unless your company matches whatever you put in your 401k, you’re better off investing that $1,000+. But I’m not here to tell you what to do with your money, just providing options. No matter what anyone does, I agree, spending that much on a car per month is insane. My wife and I pay a total of $620/month for two cars. Which we both think is still too much lol.
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I’d rather live my life and enjoy it rather than worrying too much. Is rather be 60 with a load of good memory than 60 with a fat bank account
Best video you’ve made in awhile. Honestly!
Thanks man, really appreciate the kind feedback!
Agree 100% with you Untamed. Proud owner of ‘23 TRD ORP+. 5th Gen 4R is going to be a legend in the Toyota stable. I’m sure we’ll all grow fond of the 6th but I’m glad to have my hands on the last NA V6 1GR-FE. Can’t wait for you to get a 6th Gen and give it an honest review.
Preach it brother! Am old school and staying with tried and true!
I had a 2020 nightshade…traded it in for a 2023 TRD PRO solar octane. One of the reasons was…I wanted the motor in the 2023. I was also obsessed with the color
2023 motor is the same as the 2020
@@CarnutMM I’m aware. I wanted to keep the same motor…not have the new one. Also wanted a PRO instead of the limited…
My 2021 TRD off road lease is up in 2months. Garage kept since day 1. 13000 miles. Buyout is 29000. I think it’s a no braoner to buy it out. Still love it as much as the day I got it.
Do not let the dealer add any random fees that are NOT ON THE LEASE AGREEMENT. It’s becoming an increasing practice and read that agreement again before then! Good luck!
I've bern enjoying your videos, recently found them. I agree with everything you've been saying. There's a couple of reports on the Internet today, that a small number of dealers have the new land cruiser, in stock, for sale. However, once again, it starts, the dealers have raised the MSRP by an average of $21,000 each! Independent dealers, or not, the manufacturers should stop this disgusting practice, if by no other means, than stopping those dealers supplies.
I totally agree. Im thinking just like you. Question though should i wait for prices to fall later this year? Like autumn to buy a 2024 4runner? Prices should fall as pressure builds on dealerships.
I have recently purchased a 2024 Toyota 4Runner and have absolutely no regrets. I’d look at reliability and simplicity as big factors when I’m purchasing a vehicle. I keep my vehicles for 10+ years and want something that’s going to serve me that long. Do not need anything fancy with tech when I get into my Trd off road and still have the four-wheel-drive as a shifter. I know that’s the seat for me.
Funny thing, I was just looking at this exact model yesterday online. They are right up the road from me here in CO.
My 5th gen 4Runner will probably outlive me
Cheaper parts , higher prices, less reliability, come on Toyota !!
its the whole industry.
@@SLHJR0390 100% agree with you no doubt !
I'm keeping my 2022 4runner until the wheels fall off
I got 21.2 MPGs in my 2022 Tacoma yesterday. Drove around all day on the side roads.
Great analysis and I 100% agree. Also, (and I'm not a Nissan fan) interesting to note that for 2024, Nissan kept their V6 and V8 truck engines (no 4cylinder or 6 cylinder turbos); not sure what they'll do for 2025.
I agree with everything you said. I love my 4 gen got it brand new and still rolling at 178+++ miles strong.
Traded my ‘21 SR5 PREMIUM for the first New ‘24 TRD OFF-ROAD PREMIUM in the Underground Color to be sold in my region of Texas back in December. It’s awesome and I love the old school 4WD Shifter at the Console. The ‘25 looks great too but enjoying the ‘24 💪🏼
I have no regrets for sure 👍💪. I got myself a 2024 Toyota 4Runner Limited in midnight black metallic. It always has been my dream truck since 5th Gen was introduced back in 2009. This os going to be my 4runner for years to come 😏. I think the new 6th Gen looks good buy Im going to stick to proven reliability until the new 6th Gen probes me otherwise 😅.
I have a 2023 4R Pro. I would like better gearing and power in the mountains. Better gas mileage would be nice too. Though I know reliability will suffer. I’m also interested in the MTS and crawl changes. Perhaps in a couple years we will need to add a new LandCruiser or 4R to the family
Can you do a video (or more) on the Grand Highlander? I’m looking to get one, but I just cannot justify paying 60k @5%+APR and Tax. 70k not including maintenance, tires, repairs. Like it but it’s super new and therefore not coming down in price due to steady demand.
My 4.0 still runs great with over 350k miles. The beautiful 4Runner makes the 2024 Tacoma look hideous.
2.5 gen Tacoma driver here (2014) the 4L is king. Like you said, thirsty, but I can work on it in my driveway. My truck has 165k on it and it has been nothing short of awesome the whole time I’ve owned it from new. That’s why I bought my wife a 2020 4Runner as well.
5th generation 4 runner is a showstopper when it comes to looks. I've got a 2020 Taco TRD off road and i long longingly as they drive by. Every single time.
I'm hoping I can buy a terra TRD pro by the end of the year.
I own a 2014 Limited 4 runner and its been absolutely bullet proof.. I swear by Toyotas after my 2000 camry ended with 367k miles and was still running. Theyre reliable, cheap to fix, hold their value like crazy, and are very practical.
I'm not convinced made in Mexico means worse quality than made in the US. I'm old enough to remember when nobody wanted a car made in the US back because the quality was so bad. The newest version of the Tundra is made in the US and they seem to be having some quality problems with those trucks. I think only time will tell but in my opinion its the company and a culture of quality that will always make a made in Mexico Toyota of higher quality than say a made in the US Chrysler.
I think he was implying that they are paying way less for the labor down in Mexico but are still making it more expensive to buy.
Japanese built is best ! Hate saying it but can’t deny
It’s made In Mexico compared to Tahara Japan. Do the research it’s a Lexus factory with long term employees that come from a great culture. 👍
Looks like the dealer installed the '21 style TRD Pro wheels on that Off Road, those look good.
Dealer installed and charged you 1500$.
Good catch, they put those on that spec but supposedly don't have them available for the TRD Pro models. I prefer these and would feel jerked if my Pro didn't have them but and Off Road does.
Glad to grab a 2023 trd pro last year.
I have 3rd, 4th, and 5th gen... and I will 💯% be adding the new 6th gen 4runner.
In 2022 I really wanted a 4runner but i needed a truck so i got a tacoma instead. No ragrets 🤙 but i wish i could still have me a 5th gen 4runner
THIS IS A GREAT VIDEO. 👍
I'm on the fence as to what Toyota is doing to its best vehicles. A 4 cylinder turbo is cool n everything but not in an off road truck. I have owned several tacomas with the 4L, one third gen taco with the 3.5L. However I think that this switch to a 4 cylinder turbo with an outrageous price tag for a base model is a mistake. I'm keeping my 2021 off road 4runner until Toyota comes back to its senses. Oh and make a crew cab tundra with a 4x4 with a locker and a V8 for under 60K dollars and you can get me back Toyota.
The last REAL Toyota. I love Toyota and have owned them since my first new one in 92. But I will never have the peace of mind in a turbo anything. My 24 TRD Pro, 21 SR-5 Premium and my two 5th Gen Celicas (90 & 93) are my dinosaur fleet. And they will all be running reliably for years to come.
Diesels have run Turbos for ages now.. Guess you hate sunroofs too because they 'leak'? LOLOL
@@brandonmontz both my 4Runners have them. They have been in all my new cars since 92. My 57 Chrysler doesn’t (not available) nor does my one Celica so I bought the second one cause it DID. 😂 My new Stingray doesn’t, but I ordered the clear roof which is removable. I love all 12 of my cars, but for driving, I don’t trust turbos. 😉
I have KDSS in my 2020 and I love it. No need to worry about electric glitches possibly going wrong. It’s basically all mechanical and works very well. Plus nose dive is virtually non existent.
This video is spot on, I have been preaching the same things you talk about in this video. I have had many cars over the years from naturally asperated race car engines and some all turbo charged up and even some with nitrous. I can tell all of you, that once you add a turbo to any gasoline engine you start putting added stress on the internal parts, especially the bearings, now add thousands of pounds of towing with it and/or loading the vehicle up with more than 200lbs and your fuel economy turns to crap no matter what you do. I have yet to hear of anyone who got so much more fuel economy with these turbo charged trucks and/or SUV's. 1 to 3 more miles per gallon is nothing to even brag about, especially when it "poof" disappears once you add any weight to it. I will be trading my 2016 4Runner Premium 2WD with only 63K miles on it for a 2024 4Runner Limited or maybe and it is a big maybe the TRD PRO, I do not want full time 4WD though, if I can't find either that I want, then I will unfortunately have to turn to the Lexus GX550 with the better twin turbo 6cyl, at least that won't have to work as hard as the 4cyl turbo and will give me the reliability I expect from the Toyota/Lexus brand.
Absolutely agree!!!!
Holding on to my low mile 21 trd pro 4runner in lunar rock. Will see how the pricing holds. Likely will ulgrade in year or 2.
I don’t have many worries about the 2.4l turbo for the simple reason that I had turbo Cruze that lasted me (before I sold it so it may still be out there) 10 yrs 170k miles original engine and transmission and they were supposedly very unreliable. Admittedly is a little bit of an apples and oranges due to one being unibody and the other one body on frame… I guess we’ll find out.
You nailed it here. That’s why I just bought my 24 4R LTD last month because of all your stated reasons. I’m in awin win situation! No regrets!
Me too brother. Love the AWD on the Limited as well.
Did I make the right decision buying a new 2023 Camry SE compared to the new 2025 Camry SE - all are hybrids?
My father’s 04’ with over 200k miles is still running strong with a few brake/caliper issues that Toyota split cost with him. Got the sr5 for $25k OTD i know that’s 20 years ago, but damn - half the price vs today…
Does anyone have the 4Runner TRD Sport? I hit a deer and my Honda was totaled a few weeks ago and I'm thinking of going back to a Toyota and I'm really leaning towards a 4Runner. My rental for the past 3 weeks has been a Tacoma TRD and I really liked it but it's not practical for me, but I love driving it!
Bought a 2023 4Runner TRD OR Premium, with OEM TRD Pro wheels, exhaust, and grilll, and Canadian-spec with the 2-zone climate control, brand new, for $46300 USD (around $63000CAD) out the door in Feb 2023. Bought it for all the reasons listed here.
I rather have a torqued up 6 cylinder with a hybrid motor that takes away load making it more fuel efficient. I think the end result will be the same but the 6 cylinder motor would be taking less stress compared to the 4 banger that is taking in high compression.
He's spot on regarding resale value. I just sold my 2011 Tacoma SR5 4wd with 110k miles for $17k. I paid $24k for it back in 2011. I loved that truck and never thought I'd sell it. Well, I'm 69 yrs old and my "off-roading" days are behind me. Two weeks ago I bought a 2023 4Runner SR5 Premium with 16k on it. I figure this will probably be my last vehicle. I was looking for more comfort, same reliability as the Tacoma, so the 4R was a no brainer. I've read all about the new 4R going to the turbo 4 and that doesn't interest me.
Like the fender flares on the new Tacoma.
You compared a 24' Tacoma with MSRP $43.6 4runner w MSRP $46.8 MSRP Apples to Oranges. The fact you can fit 33" tires stick on the 25' 4runner and the long list of new features.
If toyota increases the price on the 4runner instead of decreasing the price, toyota can go screw. I'm not paying more money for less vehicle.
Well said! I'm sure TFL and all the other cheerleaders will be there tonight with a bottle of Vaseline hyping each other up for this new 6th gen 😂
lol that’s funny, Roman is gonna tell us all how great the new 4Runner is although all,he got to do is sit in one
@@tammieandrzejczuk2573 Roman is always praising EV and hybrids and turbos and telling everyone, everything will be fine.I've called them out so many times now they blocked me because they only want blind masses following there agenda, same for TRD Jon, rob automotive and others and they never lifted a wrench or ever held on cars long enough to see the down side of these chances OEM are making.
No Ragrets! 21 cm tundra 24 4runner Till I or they die.
I think the late year 2nd gen tundras truly have the best analog gauges in any vehicle
Just looking at that engine bay is a huge fat hells no. One looks like a car engine, the other looks like a birds nest I ripped off a tree and stomped it. I can't imagine the ass pain to get in there and change a spark plug or what happens when one or two of those hoses clamps from the three million that are in there dry rots or goes bad. I will have no pity for all these owners bitching on the forums about break downs and their truck at the dealer with their extra couple hp and 30 speed transmissions. Not me, love my dinosaur.
I’ll be curious to see how the new generation goes, but I’m not too optimistic. Heck, I really wanted the current Tundra for my next truck. But I think I’ll be looking at the F150. It seems like Toyota is dropping the ball on their truck lineup. The Tacoma back seat is smaller than the previous generation and same goes for the Tundra. That’s just one point.
I couldn't agree more. The "new" 6th Gen 4Runner is a 4th Gen Tacoma with a cap/hatch. It's basically there for those who want a Tacoma but not a pickup truck. They clearly didn't want to spend time and money to make a new vehicle that would compete with the new Land Cruiser, so they made this Frankenstein for 2025. This will only help keep the value of the current 5th Gen.
What is your take on just leasing a new 2025 4runner for 3 years? I have a white 2023 4runner SR5 with an Eibach Stage 2R 3" lift with rear Eibach reservoir shocks and bronze Method bead grip wheels. Im 42 years old and have lost a lot of loved ones in the past few years. I love vehicles and want to experience as many as I can in this short life. I've been leaning towards selling my 2023 4runner to lease the new 6th Gen 4runner for 3 years, then try something else. Im really torn but that itch to try something new is pretty strong lol!
I hear you, life is too short to drive the same vehicle for 10-20 years. I’d probably just buy the 6th gen, it likely won’t lose much value over the first 3 years.
@@UntamedMotors great point about the value. I'll have to go test drive one and go from there. Great video, keep them coming.
You’re right about Toyota cutting production costs to build the new Tacoma down in Mexico and still increasing the MSRP’s saving themselves money and hurting consumers but then what about the Tundra? It continues to be built in San Antonio, TX even with the introduction of the new gen back in 22 there were reliability issues with early Tundras as expected so no surprise the same is already happening with some 24 Tacomas. Therefore the statement of “you get what you pay for” doesn’t truly apply. Suffice to say if you’re upset a manufacturer assembles any given vehicle in a certain country then simply don’t buy the product. No need to attach an agenda behind it if it’s the point you’re trying to make. It’s all a money game for manufactures at the end of the day. With your logic Americans in the market for a compact truck should buy a Hyundai Santa Cruz instead of a Ford Maverick because the latter is built in Mexico even though it’s an American brand and the former is built in the US even though it’s a Korean brand.
I talked to the Toyota dealerships yesterday, there is zero Solar Octane 2024 4Runners in America today, if you see a picture of one in a lot somewhere, just call them up, it's fake. It means there is one in that color (slotted) to be on the lot. The first batch of Solar Octane was put on the ship 3 days ago and it's now underway. I was told late April to early May for the lot. They also told me if I didn't want the options like the sunroof, I can live without, to come in and go over all the options I want, and they will build one for me. I'm assuming that means they sit me down in front of their PC and I type in what I want and the factory in Japan gets the info. I'm not sure how I feel about that, kinda removes all incentives I might get if I just wait for one.
Those idiots at Toyota had something so good with the 5th generation 4Runner for 15 years and how they screwed it up with 4 cylinder Turbo and much worst which is a hybrid. Absolute junk and be prepared to visit your stealership more often with high cost of repair and much more less forgiving vehicle. Get your credit cards out to financially support your service advisors.
Stealership lol very accurate
FYI Toyota dealerships are discounting the 4Runner so get one
I just bought a 2024 Trd Off Road Premium I traded in a SR5 Premium with tricked out they gave me $25,000 and it was paid off so I got a new one for $25,000 I couldn’t pass that up
Being that this is Untamed, I’m sure he’s already got one of the 2025s on preorder
I'm shopping either a 23-24 5th gen or new 4R. I get the concerns but are you that hard pressed in finding a positive in the new rigs? You say you're open minded but sounds like there's nothing that *could* be considered positive with the new rigs. Yes, its a boosted 4cyl with big screen which means "bad". Is it really all just doom and gloom? Okay, the 4cyl sounds weak, and "who wants it?" Well, who's excited about a v6 in a truck? I mean really, is a v6 really exciting? Truth be told, i want a small Toyota NA v8. There are certainly concerns but some mechanical or foundational advantages I'm seeing with the new 4R: -Larger 9.5 rear end -looks to be more robust front axle (assuming it's the same as the Hybrid Tacomas). -More gears in the trans, offering more available lower gears for low speed crawling and higher final gears for efficiency. -Combo of more hp/tq w/ trans with more gears could help those looking for regear or even supercharging their 5th gen which adds a lot of work and costs on top of a "14 year old 5th gen that still sells for 50k". -*finally* (*finally*) addressing frame rust issues by putting in more drainage and oiling the internals (though still good to fluid film/woolwax anyway). By "addressing", it's not revolutionary but looks like Toyota is taking some initiative here. Anyway, I suppose the solution is to not have a 6th gen at all? Should the 6th gen be just a 5th gen with a v8 and 4.30 gears? BTW, yes, that's what it should be IMO. :) But I'm not sure what you are suggesting as a solution for these new Toyotas. You know, it's totally possible to be unreasonably negative as it is to be a Pollyanna about the new Toyotas.
Why would you resell your 5th gen? You buy a 5th gen to keep it and not to resell it. You need that quality
Can’t wait till buy 6th gen 4 runner!!
SO GLAD I PURCHASED A 5TH GEN 4RUNNER. IT'S A 2018 SR5. IN MY OPINION, SIMPLE IS BETTER. VERY RELIABLE. BODY DESIGN IS BEAUTFUL SEXY.🎉
On my third 4Runner. I’m keeping my 2021.
Bought the exact same 2024 4Runner last week. No *ragrets*!
Toyota really screwed up not sticking with a V6. They will either wake up and offer a V6 really fast or watch sales slump. We own the 17 Sienna with a V6 and 300hp and the new Sienna has 245 hp hybrid. No thanks, we wanted to get another van but we said we would just add another late teens model van instead.
I think you're going to see it with the third gen Tacoma as well
15 yrs RD for the 6th gen 4runner and it looks like if the Sequoia and Taco had a baby. No identity and no wow factor. This is the end of the 4runner.
Untamed the Goat 🐐 and always speaking some real 💯 I've been here since 2020, and I appreciate you not selling out and being real with your audience
If you had a 23 OR would you trade it in for 24 pro? I love the truck want to keep it for a long time just not sure if thats worth it to have the very last model year or just hold on to what I got. Dumb question but figured you of all people could help with that question lol.
I don’t see any of them really becoming collectors they just produce way too many of them. I’d keep your 23 unless the dealer gives you a fantastic trade in deal
@@tylerwest3820you’re wrong 2024 4 Runners are low production numbers and selling out across the country….The 2023s are all sold out and the 2024s on the lots right now might be the LAST of the 5th gens you will EVER see for sale again at dealerships…..These things are going up in value over the years ahead with their superior quality old school reliability and reputation for going 400,000 miles.
I wouldn’t bother one bit….Your 2023 will be looked at exactly the same as the 2024….5-10 years from now it will all be about how many miles are on the vehicle and what condition it’s in. The year won’t be relevant.
Thanks fellas!
a 23 OR for a 24 ORP with KDSS is prob worth it, but i wouldnt say the pro is worth it.
I’ve been a loyal Toyota Tundra owned since 2005. The V8 4.7 motor was fantastic including its bulletproof drive train. It was never in the shop except from routine maintenance. 👍 In 2016 l bought a New Tundra Limited V8 5.7 Crewcab which has been bulletproof once again. The new 2022 Tundras have reduced to a Twin Turbo V6 only. The back seat size has diminished along with headroom in cab department..👎Not trading anytime soon as I own a proven million mile truck.. With minimal maintenance it will survive.the test. Gas mileage has always been no issue,because repair costs have been minimal.to none. Dependability and Reliability Win hands down.👍😀😊