Hi All,

Make a long story short, with used 4Runner prices being so high right now, my dealer has offered me exactly what I paid for my 2019 Limited 4x4 a year and a half ago. If I did it, this would be my third 5th gen and I'd probably spec/build it the same way.

This got me to thinking: Why don't I try something a little different?

I've always been hot and cold with the GX, but I feel like the 2020+ model is a bit nicer. I'm looking at a 2021 GX 460 Premium model with the premium plus package (Levinson audio, etc), but a 2021 4Runner Limited is also in the back of my head. The problem there is being able to get ahold of a 4Runner because there is such a shortage.

So, anyone jumped to a GX and regretted it? Or any specific insights to share?

The biggest plus for me is the V8 + 6AT with the same MPG as the 4Runner's V6 and 5AT. The downsides are losing the roll down rear window, the swing out door and greater depreciation.

However, I'm seeing/hearing that Lexus is making some sweet deals on GXs right now because they're struggling to sell without CarPlay/Android Auto... and that's not something I care about. It seems like the Premium model I want is $59-60k, and I'm curious if it's possible to get that down to more like $51-52k.

Any thoughts/experiences shared here are appreciated.