2021 sr5
New to 4 Runner (and Toyota)...
Just picked up a 2021 SR5 (not premium but with upgraded audio), in Magnetic Gray. I wanted something basic, as it is just for camping, hunting, scouts, etc. I am in Michigan, so not much hard-core stuff here. I like the reliability, so I hope to keep it for a while. I have plans for upgrades as I go.
We have some pretty good deals here in the Midwest, as things must be slow on the lots lately. I had two dealers fighting over me (last day of the month). I got the purchase price down to $38,880 from an MSRP of $42,774. I ended up leasing, as I couldn't pass up the low payments (things are tight with COVID). The payments are $351/month for 39 months, $0 out of pocket. Very happy about that!!
The end-of-lease purchase price is higher than I would like, at $30K and change, but that is because the residual's on these trucks are so high (I guess that's a good thing). I do plan on purchasing it now, but this gives me options, both personally (based on how finances go), and seeing what the 6th Gen will look/be like.
So far we love the truck. I had a little buyer's remorse, as I am coming from a 2018 Pilot, and this thing is much more rudimentary. BUT, I am really starting to like it. All the videos, forums, and convos have convinced me that this is a superior truck over the Pilot. Sure, the Pilot is a great AWD family "van" but this rig will be something that will serve me well for a long-time to come. I like the usable power, simpleness of design, and looking forward to passing this down to my now 7-year old someday (pending rust issues.... again, Michigan). I just wish the MPG were a little better.
I look forward to being part of the community.