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2002 Toyota 4Runner User Reviews

2002 Toyota 4Runner Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 7 reviews

  • Performance:4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars4 out of 5 stars 4 / 5
  • Appearance:4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars 4.3 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars 4.7 / 5
  • Overall:4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars 4.6 / 5

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"ride" 2 reviews
"handling" 2 reviews
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"fuel economy" 3 reviews

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Melissa writes:
2002 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4WD Review
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Awesome handling

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no heated seats

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My 4runner — I love my truck!! It takes off well, it is sturdy. I like being able to flip into 4 whl when i get stuck in traffic - which i have done!! I also love the look! My favotie aspect is the fact that the back window goes down and lets the air flow thru.

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Chad writes:
2002 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4WD Review
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Bug-free, dependable and capable.

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Underpowered, a little noisey and truck-like ride.

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2002 4runner — Excellent vehicle for getting around in the snow with BFG AT's. A little underpowered for my taste. Has been very reliable and cheap to maintain. Styling has held up well, interior is solid and clean, but has developed some squeaks and rattles. Upgraded suspension with Bilsteins and blocks in the rear to level the ride, which helped restore handling. Gets good gas mileage, brakes are acceptable for an SUV but certainly not spectacular. Have added NAV/DVD, backup camera, bluetooth hands-free, and ipod dock. Factory speakers have held up surprisingly well. Overall an excellent value, solid, dependable and capable.

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hisam writes:
2002 Toyota 4Runner SR5 Review
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Rides great. Nice suspension. Great power. Roomy.

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Gas mileage ! (17-19 mpg)

hisam
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Nice To Have One. — Like the handling of my truck. Spacious. Easy to park. Dislike the mileage. But its a truck!! Never has left me high and dry. Time to move on though. Will definately recommend if you want a lifelong partner. With the truck chasis it does not veer off the road during bad climate.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Jonathan writes:
2002 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4WD Review
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Great pick-up, plenty of room, comfortable ride, good looks, back
window rolls down, solid car.

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Fuel economy, but thats expected on an car this size.

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High Quality Auto — Great car, other than fuel economy theres little to complain about on this car. It has plenty of pep, and for a SUV that is 6 years old looks pretty sharp, compared to the newer models out there.

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David writes:
2002 Toyota 4Runner SR5 Review
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Reliability, build quality

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Power, brakes.

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4runner Versus Durango — The 4Runner replaces as a tow vehicle a 5.9 Durango AWD with limited slip differentials, tow package, and the lower 3.92 gearing, so it had some pretty big shoes to fill. The 4Runner is way more reliable and able to pull long and hard without destroying the automatic transmission, but at the end of the day, it's limited by its 3.4 liter V6.

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Leslie Brennan writes:
2002 Toyota 4Runner SR5 Review
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Excellent for hiking, camping, back road stuff

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When your pregnant it gets harder to climb into, it is basically like a truck, wish it where shorter

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Toyota — I have owned 2 Toyota's and absolutely love them. Have only had to change brakes, tires and maybe a belt. Excellent for hiking, camping, back road stuff. quiet, runs smooth, can sleep in back, fits tons of groceries from Costco, great for baby seats, not comfortable for long car trips though..

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Teddy writes:
2002 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4WD Review
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5 speed, smooth clutch, smooth brakes, good handling

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Low mpg

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Great Car — The clutch is really smooth. I have no problems with the performance. The only issue is gas milage: it gets around 20 mpg, but with the pod on the top it probably gets 18-19. I really like the look, especially compared to all the newer models of the 4runner.

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Cost $8,185 Average Instant Market Value $11,413 Average Instant Market Value $10,188 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 18 25 25
Horsepower 183 142 155
Crash Test Rating 4 3 4
Front Leg Room (inches) 42.6 41.7 40.7

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2010 Toyota 4Runner Reviews

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2008 Toyota 4Runner Reviews

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2007 Toyota 4Runner Reviews

The Best Suv On The Road By tomsnyders

Toyota builds a tougher, more reliable midsize SUV than anyone else. It handles great on all roads, including wet and snow packed. The Toyota traction control system is superior to other systems tha... Read More

Love, Love, Love This 4runner! By Danika

I couldn't ask for a better vehicle. I have a job where I have to carry a lot of bulky equipment and this vehicle has been able to accomodate everything I have needed. I feel very safe in this SUV. It... Read More

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2006 Toyota 4Runner Reviews

Great Family Hauler By maxiben

4th gen 4runners are a big mid-size SUV. Their truck-like body on frame construction makes them a really sturdy companion. Reliability has been great, I haven't used it off road, but it is very comfy ... Read More

Great Toyota 4runner By Bigtimebama

Not much to do exept drive it. Low maintenance cost, ex the gas, but that is pretty much the same with all SUV's in this range. I still looks as good as it did new. When you are done with the driving,... Read More

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