SR5 or Sport? That is the question

BassMiesterNJ said:
I'd go with the SE...

The XREAS made a big difference in the ride and handling IMO.

Much Nicer wheels on the SE.

And Power Seats !!!

Don't skimp.

+1 on this. I drove the SR5 first and was truly disapointed with the ride. Very soft and bouncy, car like. Then drove the Sport. Totally different feel, firmer ride, better vehicle stability, not bouncy. Bought it. Sport is worth in imo.

Bill3508
 
What's with all the SR5 haters? LOL just kidding.

I opted for the SR5 because of the soft ride compared to my daily driver. My DD has a "sport-tuned" suspension and after driving it during the work week, I needed a vehicle so soothe my back.

My dd also has a dark interior similar to the SE. My 4Runner has the taupe cloth interior which I think is more upscale...although taupe leather seats would have been nice.

BTW, the new Highlander is out. Have you and your wife checked it out? I think there is more rear legroom and headroom than the 4Runner. Oddly enough the price on a Sport Highlander V6 AWD is comparable or more expensive than a V8 4Runner SE 4WD. [per CarMax.com]
 
spud72 said:
Are you sure the limited has the big brakes? I seem to recall the sales pamphlet saying the Limited did not have them for some reason.
I would have swore that the 18" wheels included the bigger front brakes, but now that you've asked, I can't find any proof of that. It looks like only the SE has the bigger front rotors/pads.
 
We did test drive the Highlander about 2 weeks ago. The ride was smooth but seemed to be more of a mini van type then an SUV. The cross-overs are like the new station wagons. Plus they are not good for towing and it is AWD. Ground clearence could also be an issue.
 
Sleeptudream said:
We went today and picked the Sport. Thanks for the info it did help... paid alot of attention to the ride and feel of the vehicle.

Good luck with the truck !

PS: You'll be glad you got those pwr seats !
 
Congrats!

Oh and my SR5 has power leather seats and steering wheel mounted stereo controls. Lots of other goodies that were ordered on it as well by the first owner. Guess they didnt like it since they got rid of it before it even had 10K on it, their loss, my gain!! The SR5 is as plush a vehicle as I'll ever need. Especially with the added Liqui-Cell leather seats. It rides like a dream, comfortable as a leather sofa, and looks bad ass.

You can't get much better than a 4Runner :bigok:
 
Hey Thanks everyone...
It is white, with the charcoal interior, sunroof, am/fm 6 cd, rear spoiler, wheel locks, carpet floor/cargo mats, sport roof rack/rails, daytime running lights, tow hitch, Sport pkg., and 3 spoke leather steering wheel with audio and cruise control, and all the normal stuff. Just love it!
Going to get a Rhino hitch step and front bull bar, hopefully soon. Haven't decided on a brand for the bull bar... any suggestions? Need something easy to install and with some good looks.
 
Congrats on the new purchase!! I know you'll fall in love with this truck more and more each day (as the rest of us have)...
 

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