1997 Toyota 4Runner SR5 review from North America
"Amazing vehicle, and I'm used to driving a Porsche 911!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing ever actually went wrong with this car. I kept up with general maintenance, such as oil changes, air filter, brake pads, spark plugs, and timing belt and water pump.
Easy to roll over. It was totaled in a rollover off road a few weeks ago. Nobody was hurt though, it's a very safe car.
General comments?
The 3.4L engine is light years ahead of the previous 3.0L. This engine seriously hauls, but also gets about 21MPG freeway. The engine is also pretty easy to work on and parts are relatively inexpensive.
This vehicle handles great off road. It turns on a dime and is very responsive. It's fairly comfortable too. I've done a few camping trips with the car and it's been great.
It was one of the nicest cars I've ever had, I'll probably be getting another one soon.
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| 1996 - 4Runner Limited 3.4L V6 As far as it's possible to love an object, I love this car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2008 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.4L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 219000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 221335 miles |
| Previous car | Porsche 911 |
| Date of Entry | 4th April, 2009 |