I had the same leather installed on my previous Z-71 and I work at a Chevrolet dealership so i accurately tell you that the Katskin leather IS SOFTER AND MORE DURABLE. BTW, I am a serivice advisor and I KNOW FOR A FACT that most of the "leather" on a GM seat is actually vinyl. lol.. i...
My 08 Runner after Toytech 2 1/2 inch leveling kit, with Dunlop 265"s
and of course, the "ride" didn't get worse, I honestly prefer the "lifted" ride over the stock ride..