2006 Toyota 4Runner User Reviews

One Of The Last Real Suvs Out There — Equipped with things like HAC, DAC, a locking Torsen differential with true low-range, the 4runner is a true 4x4 machine in the same vein as Land Rovers, the legendary Land Cruisers and the Jeep Wrangler. Ours has the 1GR-FE engine - a 4.0L V6 with VVT-i that produces 245HP and 290lb-ft of torque. It accelerates without hesitation while returning about 21 MPG in mixed driving in 4x2 mode. It has a numb steering feel with minimal road feedback and is not fun to drive at all. The ride is comfortable - surprising for a body-on-frame SUV. It is good as a family hauler, with a large cargo area for your groceries, stroller and cooler. Do NOT get the 3rd row option like I did - they are too cramped and seem to be an afterthought meant to provide more appeal to the mass-market minivan converts. If you NEED 3 rows of seats for adults on a regular basis, get a minivan or a car-based SUV like the Pilot or Highlander. It eats snow, rain, mud and gravel for breakfast. It will take you to the ends of the earth and back with proper tires and minimal chassis prep. It looks like a real truck, not a "soft-roader". That being said, I would gladly trade some off-road ability (which I hardly use) for improved interior styling cues and a more intuitive HVAC system. Brakes wore out after 52,000 miles. Replaced original Bridgestone Dueler all-seasons after 54,000 miles with Yokohama Geolandars and handling improved. If you do your research, you will find that this truck has very high resale values and reliability ratings.

Primary Use: Family transportation

If You Want A Car That Will Drive Well, And Handle All Road Conditions, I Strongly Recommend This V — This truck/SUV class vehicle is known for top of the line quality. Engine performance on the V6 is sufficient for normal driving conditions. Steering around corners is acceptable when driving appropriate for road conditions. Quality is unquestionably the most compelling feature. Keep up with the maintenance and you'll have a vehicle that will maintain a very robust resale value. Gas mileage is adequate, better than the large gas guzzling SUV's and within range of the small lightweight SUV's. TCO is relatively low.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

Great Family Hauler — 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 on road, and for a high, heavy vehicule, roadholding is quite good. lots of cargo space and rear seat legroom is very good.

Primary Use: Family transportation

This Is A Great Car For Weekend Road Trips With The Familly. — The acceleration is awesome, the braking on a dime. The saftey features sold me F and R and Side and Curtain airbags, This is a fun car to drive. The car handles a little ruff like a truck sometimes but always maintains contact with the road. THe pwr ourlet in the back came in handy on a number of ocassions.

Primary Use: Family transportation

Pretty Good — i dont like that there isnt a 3rd row seat because you cant fit as many people in it. It has a really nice sound system though. And its pretty sweet that you can roll down the glass on the liftgate with the keyclicker.

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)