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Grand Cherokee vs 4Runner
Hello all. I'm in the process of finding my next vehicle. I'm usually pretty dead set on a certain model however I am having a hard time this go round. I'm trying to decide between the Grand Cherokee Laredo and a Toyota 4Runner SR5. If you have a few minutes and wouldn't mind helping me out, please share your opinion based on my notes below.
Used 2wd model 2010-2013
Preferably under 25k miles
Somewhere in the $24-28k-ish price range
Leather (I'm not against adding aftermarket)
Will probably install a mild lift (2-3") and slightly larger/more aggressive tires
I like the overall appearance of the GC better however, having owned a 2001 4Runner, I'm more comfortable with the longevity of a Toyota as I plan to drive this well into the 100k mile range.
Please share your experiences and opinion of your 4Runner. I'm posting this exact post on a Grand Cherokee forum to get their opinion as well.
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12-13-2013, 12:17 PM
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Be prepared for the backlash from this forum for not using the search feature. You can't say I didn't warn you......
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12-13-2013, 12:18 PM
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Hmm a Grand Cherokee vs 4Runner thread? Yeppie! I vote Grand Cherokee. 
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12-13-2013, 12:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Mr Mufakka
Hello all. I'm in the process of finding my next vehicle. I'm usually pretty dead set on a certain model however I am having a hard time this go round. I'm trying to decide between the Grand Cherokee Laredo and a Toyota 4Runner SR5. If you have a few minutes and wouldn't mind helping me out, please share your opinion based on my notes below.
Used 2wd model 2010-2013
Preferably under 25k miles
Somewhere in the $24-28k-ish price range
Leather (I'm not against adding aftermarket)
Will probably install a mild lift (2-3") and slightly larger/more aggressive tires
I like the overall appearance of the GC better however, having owned a 2001 4Runner, I'm more comfortable with the longevity of a Toyota as I plan to drive this well into the 100k mile range.
Please share your experiences and opinion of your 4Runner. I'm posting this exact post on a Grand Cherokee forum to get their opinion as well.
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Easy decision.
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12-13-2013, 12:23 PM
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12-13-2013, 12:25 PM
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Used 2wd model
Will probably install a mild lift (2-3") and slightly larger/more aggressive tires
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Why?
The JGC is nicer, faster, handles better, and has more gizmos. It is also a notoriously unreliable vehicle.
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12-13-2013, 12:35 PM
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Well damn. Appears other had this predicament too! Thanks!
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12-13-2013, 12:38 PM
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Well damn. Appears other had this predicament too! Thanks!
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Anyone whose not a loyal Toyota fan will have this predicament.
Spend some time on the jeep forum as well to see what they have to say.
My cousin was head bent on a Jeep GC and he got one. It's a lease, so he will just give it back before it starts falling apart.. So it all depends on you.
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12-13-2013, 12:43 PM
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Anyone whose not a loyal Toyota fan will have this predicament.
Spend some time on the jeep forum as well to see what they have to say.
My cousin was head bent on a Jeep GC and he got one. It's a lease, so he will just give it back before it starts falling apart.. So it all depends on you.
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Which is exactly what I fear. Maybe my original post here should have read...
"Are 4Runners still lasting as long as they always have?"
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12-13-2013, 12:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Mr Mufakka
Which is exactly what I fear. Maybe my original post here should have read...
"Are 4Runners still lasting as long as they always have?"
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In my experience with my 03' 4runner and a brand new 5th gen I traded it in on in 2010, absolutely.
The only problem I've even had with either was a rattle in the sunroof in the 2003, which was promptly fixed under warantee.
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12-13-2013, 01:00 PM
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I think that we need a public ban ...much like a public lashing for those that refuse to search...I'm sure some enablers will reply....they always do..
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12-13-2013, 01:08 PM
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Why?
The JGC is nicer, faster, handles better, and has more gizmos. It is also a notoriously unreliable vehicle.
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Why lift a 2wd is what I'm assuming you're asking? 99% for looks. To be honest, I do not like "soccer mom" look of a stock 5th gen 4Runner. It's just too bulky and squatty for me. Looks too "on-road" with it's street tires.
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12-13-2013, 01:09 PM
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I think that we need a public ban ...much like a public lashing for those that refuse to search...I'm sure some enablers will reply....they always do..
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Being a member of 100 other forums, I sincerely apologize. I know what it's like to visit in the same board multiple times a day and have to skip over the same question over and over again.
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12-13-2013, 01:10 PM
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^^ Thanks Titanpat, my ginger ale just came out my nose....
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