For Those Who Desire the V8 for the 5th Generation
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Thai
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Cool...good thinking!! Thanks!
JB.
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IF it appears? :wow2:
Koz
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:rockthrow:
Koz
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You asked about the differences between the 4Runner and GX.
6,500 lbs. tow rating (class 3 WD hitch)
Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection (SFI); Electronic
Throttle Control System with intelligence (ETCS-i)
Emission Certification ULEV-II
Full time 4WD and TORSEN® Limited Slip with electronic locking feature (only available on LE 4Runner)
Air springs (rear)
Computer controlled Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS)
KDSS (standard on all models)
Michelin tires
Integrated front and rear mudguards
Three-coat paint with scratch resistant anti-acid rain clear coat
Integrated illuminated running boards w/ground lighting and Lexus “L” emblem on the scuff plates
Rain-sensing, variable intermittent front windshield wipers w/deicer
Water repellent front doors and windshield glass
Heated, tilt-down in reverse, electrochromic self-dimming outer mirrors with
power auto retract
Roof-mounted shark fin and glass antenna
Auburn Bubinga (real) wood trim on doors, dash, steering wheel, shift knob, above glove box, and on center console
Semi-aniline leather trim with perforated diamond-cut pattern w/contrast stitching
10-way power front seats (with power lumbar)
Heated and ventilated front seats
Rear heat and air conditioning (3 zone auto climate control)
Lexus Memory System for seats, mirrors, steering wheel, climate control and radio setting (system is linked to each FOB for separate user settings)
Second-row heated seats with 40/20/40 split, fold, recline, fore and aft slide adjustment, 60:40 walk-in
Third-row seats with 50/50 split and power fold flat, flush-with-floor (buttons to operate located in the cargo area and by the passenger side second-row seats)
Auto-dimming electrochromic rearview mirror w/compass
Auto leveling HID headlamps with Adaptive Front Lighting system w/headlight washers
Electric fuel lid door release
Front and rear door courtesy lights, glove box light, dome light, front map lights, LED front and rear seat footwell, LED door handle well, shift lever and LED console illumination, rear reading lamps.
Reading lamps in 2nd and 3rd row
LED tail lights
Lexus Personalized Settings (LPS) set from nav system.
Two speed, auto up/down (all) power windows (slows just before closing)
Power tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel column with automatic tilt away, for easy egress.
Steering wheel–mounted cruise control switches; audio controls; camera controls; multi-systems toggle switch and voice command button for navigation
Tonneau cover
Brake override system
Auto leveling rear air suspension
Rear Seat Entertainment System includes remote control and holder
Intuitive Park Assist
8” HDD Navigation; Lexus Enform® Destination Assist, and eDestination; Lexus Insider™; voice command casual-speech voice recognition system; XM NavTraffic® and NavWeather™; XM Sports and Stocks;
Mark Levinson® Surround Audio with 17 speakers,330 watts of power, all channels driven, @ less than 0.1 percent Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), 20-20kHz and DVD/CD changer
Wide-view monitor system - Front, Rear and Side Camera
Pre-Collision System
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control w/Crawl Control
Driver Attention Camera system
Lane Departure Alert
Intelligent high-beams
Koz
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harper7
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Nice truck but you forgot the "barn door" the 5th's didn't get either :whipping2
I thought this thread was about trying to get everyone who wishes they would bring back the V8 to the 5th Gen to e-mail Toyota stating that.
Here's the e-mail if you would please help us out......Support Login
It's free to start a new thread(arguement) and I'm sure DocMT(JED) would love to debate it. He knows it all !
Does anyone have a clear picture of how the hybrid setup is in the GS and LS hybrids? I think I'd rather like to see a hybrid setup that improves both performance and fuel economy by a bit: much like the Lexus longitudinal drivetrain hybrids. Keep V6 fuel economy and get V8 power.
I figure the hybrid setup sucks for towing, but if they kept the same tow rating of 5000lbs, I'd be fine with it. I'm sure many wouldn't, but I'm selfish.
I figure the hybrid setup sucks for towing, but if they kept the same tow rating of 5000lbs, I'd be fine with it. I'm sure many wouldn't, but I'm selfish.
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Thai
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Well, Jesse is a fairly new moderator...so, he is learning the ropes on how to delete & move stuff...i had my shares of "experimenting."
Does anyone have a clear picture of how the hybrid setup is in the GS and LS hybrids? I think I'd rather like to see a hybrid setup that improves performance and fuel economy: much like the Lexus longitudinal drivetrain hybrids. Keep V6 fuel economy and get V8 power.
I figure the hybrid setup sucks for towing, but if they kept the same tow rating of 5000lbs, I'd be fine with it. I'm sure many wouldn't, but I'm selfish.
Hmmm, we're going off-topic again...if so, then can't we just get back the deleted posts?? Until battery technology improves greatly, i think that hybrid system is fairly limited in what it can do in a SUV, esp. one that tows and off-roads.
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Sorry, I thought it was pretty relevant as a V8 substitute since Lexus advertises their hybrids as V8 (or V12) power with V6 (or V8) fuel economy. Like I said, it would probably not be good for towing, but I'd think it would help motivate the 4Runner a lot like a V8 would.
Do you think that Toyota is counting on the supercharger that has been promised for the new 1GR to handle the needs of most people that are asking for a V8? I think that could be a reason we're not seeing a V8 yet.
TRDSmokedU
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I still hope for a V8 but I would be more than happy with a super/turbo charged V6.
Thai
Elite Member
I will believe it when i see it. Supercharger tends to be inefficient...this is why most manufacturers now use turbos. However, most manufacturers (ford, bmw, etc.) are designing engines from the start to have turbos...not just a simple add-on after the fact.
Jesse1983
5th Gen Moderator
Well, Jesse is a fairly new moderator...so, he is learning the ropes on how to delete & move stuff...i had my shares of "experimenting."
yea, I'm not sure what happened to all those posts. I moved them to a new thread in the general section, I didn't delete them. after it was done i was viewing the new thread, but when i went back to view it again it was gone. if i had deleted them i would have a link here for each deleted post and be able to restore them, which i don't.
TRDSmokedU
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What's your take on this
Report: Toyota plans to add turbo, direct-injection to most of lineup — Autoblog
It's the direction most automakers are going -- for example, Ford's EcoBoost engines. The combination of turbocharging and direct injection provides better fuel economy while meeting stringent emissions regulations. It costs more than a naturally aspirated engine, but less than the cost of a diesel engine.
Jesse1983
5th Gen Moderator
ok the thread has been found! thanks admin.
Please use this thread (located in the general section) to continue the discussion which is not about emailing Toyota for a V8 in the 5th gen.
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/general-discussions/84056-v6-v-v8-v-diesel.html
Please use this thread (located in the general section) to continue the discussion which is not about emailing Toyota for a V8 in the 5th gen.
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/general-discussions/84056-v6-v-v8-v-diesel.html
TRDSmokedU
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Do you think Toyota is going to and what are the odds of the 4Runner getting a turbo?
In the near term? Zero. In the long term (say three years out), I could see the current V6 replaced with a smaller gas engine, direct injected and turboed. Chances are, this would not increase performance, just maintain current performance and increase fuel economy.
Koz
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I've come to really like the barn door more then the lift gate (so does the little women). It is much easier to open and close. If I had a choice now, I would select the barn door.
Koz
rmbertoldi
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Thanks a LOT Toyota
It’s been 7yrs guys, I have a feeling the letters never made it lol
It’s been 7yrs guys, I have a feeling the letters never made it lol
Blackdog99
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and 2 more...
Yep, and 2 more now, and still none. I knew they wouldn't because if people wanted one, they'd buy a Lexus V8 version.
I kinda hoped someone on here (unless I didn't see it) did a Lexus V8 Swap into their 5th gen 4Runner.
I love my '14 sr5 prem. but I DO miss my '05 V8!
I've had '86, fully mod'd out, 94v6, 2000 Sport TRD Supercharged, '05, and now my '14.
Besides the all too common cracked exhaust manifold in the v8's from the 4th gen era, I loved the v8.
my .02 worth
Yep, and 2 more now, and still none. I knew they wouldn't because if people wanted one, they'd buy a Lexus V8 version.
I kinda hoped someone on here (unless I didn't see it) did a Lexus V8 Swap into their 5th gen 4Runner.
I love my '14 sr5 prem. but I DO miss my '05 V8!
I've had '86, fully mod'd out, 94v6, 2000 Sport TRD Supercharged, '05, and now my '14.
Besides the all too common cracked exhaust manifold in the v8's from the 4th gen era, I loved the v8.
my .02 worth
