Looks like the 2018s Blues are showing up...
http://www.toyotaofportsmouth.com/n...-4Runner-b2f93b270a0e08bb096b947b7cffb082.htm
http://www.toyotaofportsmouth.com/n...-4Runner-b2f93b270a0e08bb096b947b7cffb082.htm
2018 TRD Pro colors
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Also brochure PDF is up with color swatches
https://www.toyota.com/content/ebrochure/2018/4runner_ebrochure.pdf
https://www.toyota.com/content/ebrochure/2018/4runner_ebrochure.pdf
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Mongol2017
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Thanks Energie, I wanted to know if it was with the dealer I am dealing with. Around BC I saw couple whites and reds but never cement. But I was too late for 2017. Went through bunch of dealers and it seems category A dealer gets 3-4 orders/yr, B gets 2-3/yr, C gets only 1. So went for the dealer A and as of last month I am already the 3rd person in line. Luckily guys/gals before me ordered whites. I will be first blue from that dealer. I am fairly new to off roaders so before making decision did whole lot of comparisons and reading but still didnt know 2017 was first for Canada. Anyway, from what I have seen and read anything other than trd pro felt like it belongs to someone else... patiently waiting, 5 more months to go.
I think it's going to be one of the nicest colors. I wish they would offer the smart key on all the models.
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Will the 2018 TRD Pro have the smart key?
orangeblue
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Nope. Still Limited only.
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It's hard to contain my disappointment with the "New" 2018 4Runner. I own a 2011, which I like very much . I have been a Toyota fan for many years having owned several 4Runner's, Tacoma's and more. The truth is the automobile world has changed since 2010. A 5 speed tranny, and a V6 that makes 20% less HP and gets 20% poorer mileage then powertrains available in Toyotas inventory is disappointing. It is possible to build a body on frame SUV and still bring it up to current standards in performance, tech, safety ...
It's hard to contain my disappointment with the "New" 2018 4Runner. I own a 2011, which I like very much . I have been a Toyota fan for many years having owned several 4Runner's, Tacoma's and more. The truth is the automobile world has changed since 2010. A 5 speed tranny, and a V6 that makes 20% less HP and gets 20% poorer mileage then powertrains available in Toyotas inventory is disappointing. It is possible to build a body on frame SUV and still bring it up to current standards in performance, tech, safety ...
its going to be a next gen thats for sure. The new Taco have smart key for their TRD off road
I did the same for a blue one. White shows up as out of stock for me. I think its all kind of a crap shoot.
I agree, yet I don't care. I'm getting a 2018. As my 5th 4Runner. Simplicity is part of the appeal. Granted, they are under powered, but whatever.
I looked at every high end SUV, and could buy them outright, but the 4Runner is what will make me happy.
I looked at every high end SUV, and could buy them outright, but the 4Runner is what will make me happy.
I'll second that as I was in the same boat. Cross shopped with other Toyota vehicles and other actual SUV's but nothing put a smile on my face more than driving the 4Runner. Our dealer only had a limited to test but in reading the reviews of the KDSS in the TRD Off Road package I knew it was the way to go for me and it is everything I expected.
We had 4 dr JK's including a newer gen, and even though I'm still in the break in period and not stressing the motor, it climbs steep highway hills loaded with people and camp gear quite happily at 2500rpm with no feeling that I'm losing acceleration (like I would feel in the Jeep).
One has to understand how a 5speed overdrive functions and where its sweet spot is I think. You drive some 8 speed or 10 speed auto's these days and yeah - you will wish you had the simplicity (or down the road when they need service). Same goes for the motor in my opinion, sure the Jeep was more powerful but it doesn't feel like it very much, the 4runner gearing works well I think with all types of on road driving and overall the vehicle feels more planted than anything else I drove, including a grand cherokee but that thing seems to come with a bible of TSB's these days too. No thanks...:lookout:
My wife has a Range Rover, as does every other woman in my area. It's a 4Runner for me with a big shit eating grin on my face.
550 HP and 8 speeds isn't necessary for going anywhere. Except maybe Whole Foods...
550 HP and 8 speeds isn't necessary for going anywhere. Except maybe Whole Foods...
If it ain't broke, don't fix it. No reason for all the stuff you are needing. Buy a Lexus if you want all that. Meanwhile 4runners will sell as fast as they make them and keep their incredible resale value.
I struggled with the tech aspect as well prior to purchasing. I drove a 2011 Explorer for 6 years. I mostly enjoyed the technology and the ride characteristics - wasn't "quick" but it drove/rode very comfortably at highway speed. It was quiet and didn't feel like the engine was working very hard (I don't tow anything). I loved the intelligent key/push button start, and also liked the heated/cooled seats, stereo system, etc. But I also started to dislike some of the tech - the nav/stereo/climate control touchscreen started going in and out at times. This would require restarting the car 4-5 times to get it to come back on. The 4-wheel drive system would show errors on the dash occasionally even though rarely used. I also ripped the stepboard/running boards off of it twice on "fire roads".
I could have gone straight to a limited 4Runner but opted for a TRD. At first, I felt like I stepped backwards - no smart key, no dual climate, no cooled seats, no rear climate control, etc. But honestly I like it. It is simple. It has distinct buttons/knobs to control things. The radio can easily be replaced with aftermarket if I want.
I also figured if I really missed the technology and uni-body ride, I could easily sell/trade in 1-2 years and not lose a ton. When I traded my explorer, I compared the trade value to a 2011 4Runner Limited with similar options/mileage/condition since both would have cost about the same when new. The 4Runner was worth $8-9k more than the explorer 6 years later.
I plan to drive this thing for many years. And if not, then I'm sure there will be plenty of people willing to buy it.
