2WD SR5 vs 4WD SR5 weight/mpg

[BobbyZee]

Hey guys,

I currently own 05' 2WD V6 and thinking of getting 05+ 4WD V6.

I usually drive in-town with no serious off-roading (for now). A couple of members have suggested, I stick with 2WD and not go for 4WD if I dont need one. They said "I'll be just carrying extra hardware which I wont use".

In making my decision, I have a couple of questions:

What is the weight difference between 2WD SR5 and 4WD SR5 (everything else equal)
What is difference in mpg in 2WD SR5 and 4WD SR5 if they're both identical?

I am inclined to think, that I wouldn't mind carrying extra hardware, even if I normally dont use it. I prefer to have it available in case its needed than needing it when its not there.

What ya'll thoughts on this?

 

[galactic_04]

YOu probably lost just as much going with the unsprung weight of those BFG's as you would with the weight of the 4wd.

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2wd sticker economy is 16-20, 4wd is 15-19

Looks like 4wd adds about 200lbs.
2004 Car Review : Toyota 4Runner Limited

Curb Weight
SR5 LIMITED SPORT
2WD: 4,035 4,055 4,065
4WD: 4,290 4,310 4,330
SR5 LIMITED SPORT
2WD: 4,220 4,245 4,260
4WD: 4,475 4,495 4,515

 

[Blitanicle99]

My thoughts in the least.


You will never need that 4wd until you do not have it. My Tundra, is the very first non 4x4 truck/suv Ive owned and of coarse, the biggest blizzard in GA in 10 years happens and I get snowed in for 3 days.

 

[texastony]

I just purchased a 4x4 2008 4R just in time for this funky weather hit DFW,never regret the 4wd,to me a few mpg is worth the peace of mind

traded in a 2009 silverado 2wd that got stuck during the funky weather.

best move for me