How satisfied are you with your 5th Gen?

How satisfied are you with your 5th Gen?

  • Completely Satisfied

    Votes: 89 69.0%

  • Somewhat satisfied

    Votes: 27 20.9%

  • Neutral

    Votes: 3 2.3%

  • Somewhat dissatisfied

    Votes: 7 5.4%

  • Completely dissatisfied

    Votes: 3 2.3%
  • Total voters
    129
My vote was completely satisfied, my only complaint is not the vehicles fault and that is the lack of after-market stuff available for it right now. Granted I'm still saving up to start modding but dangit I would like to know how much I need to save for :p

I also agree that the TE should have come with a beefier tire... They ship several vehicles with BFG AT's....
 
IceNomad said:
Eg, I thought all engineers did was design things that break (except for Toyota engineers)? Bridges, buildings, computers. Even after they find "improvements", they still break!
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Not true engineers :D There is a financial point at which the quest for perfection no longer becomes justified. Nevertheless, it is the burden of an engineer to be constantly analyzing everything they come into contact with and wondering, "How could this be better via a practical method?" Unfortunately, our limitations in mind, technology, and manufacturing never allow us to achieve true perfection in design, thus always ensuring that there will be a need for future engineers :D Sad reality has taught us that all things at some time must "break," so we take some small satisfaction in creating things that serve a designed purpose for a time. Generally, bridges built now are better than ever due to the collection in design knowledge, just as this 4Runner is better than ever (of course, neglecting design trade-offs due to cost minimization). Kudos to the Toyota engineers and their success in this design, which sadly will someday go the way of all vehicles, barring significant upkeep or restoration.

jpowers, I would say about 8 G's give or take. 2 grand for suspension lift, 2 grand for upgraded wheels and tires including spare, 2 grand for front bumper w/ winch, 700 for skid, 500 for sliders, and the rest for random goodies (rack maybe, snorkel maybe but a little extreme, hi-lift, air compressor, mats, lights, tools, tow strap, etc). It adds up! But is hard to only go halfway, something very enticing about a Mad Max-esque beast of a ride. :uzi:
 
jpowers said:
My vote was completely satisfied, my only complaint is not the vehicles fault and that is the lack of after-market stuff available for it right now. Granted I'm still saving up to start modding but dangit I would like to know how much I need to save for :p

I also agree that the TE should have come with a beefier tire... They ship several vehicles with BFG AT's....
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ditto. However I'm now completely satisfied now that I got rid of the Limited 20's and got a set of 17's.
 
Wanted to bump this thread for new people to chime in. So far the results look pretty good. Five out of 52 (9.6%) people are either somewhat or completely dissatisfied, while 46 out of 52 (88.5%) are completely or somewhat satisfied.

Those 5 that weren't satisfied, care to chime in why? Do you still have your 4Runners or plan to sell anytime soon?
 
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TTown said:
Those 5 that weren't satisfied, care to chime in why? Do you still have your 4Runners or plan to sell anytime soon?
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What makes you think they own 5th Gens?

Couldn't they be 4th Gen owners harboring a grudge about the mast antenna and lack of hamburger tray? :snacker:
 
SeattleMike said:
What makes you think they own 5th Gens?

Couldn't they be 4th Gen owners harboring a grudge about the mast antenna and lack of hamburger tray? :snacker:
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Very true! I guess that is why I am curious to see why they weren't satisfied. Although I can't imagine someone would lie or post something on the Internet that wasn't true or misleading! :keyboard:
 
I am one of the dissatisified. Liftgate on 04 would close with out slamming. My hamburger holder is gone!!!! It not as punchy as my 04. Hidden compartment in the glove box. The horrible interior design. I mean i like silver but it does not match with everything. Having a third row but not able to upgrade my AC system to have vents in the back. The radio frame. I hate that they make you have to stick with the radio given. I would like more choices then if i have to stick with the radio purchased. The Lack of planning of the front license plate. It looked horrible where it was. I moved to the grill and it looks good now. The rear led lights have been taking off. The projection head lights. These are just what i see since i have and still own my 04 sport 4 runner. These are just small things not deal breakers because I bought it. I am happy but i wish these we offered in the 2010.
 
I had mine for 3 weeks now. I am somewhere between "completely satisfied" to "somewhat satisfied". Happy overall.

What I like: rugged design inside and out, good off and on road manners, stereo/bluetooth-pretty good bass without subs, fairly good MPG for a truck, high ride, passenger space in second row and somewhat useful 3rd row, smooth quiet engine, handling is decent for a SUV, steering, sport waterproof seats-prefer them over leather, ventiliation without any fan power, lots of storage space, did I say the looks :-)

What I desire, not necessarily a negative: V8 option or better low end torque, center locking differential-4WD system is outdated, alarm should be standard-ridiculous, keyless entry should be standard-even less expensive Kia's have them, leather steering wheel should be standard, chrome exhaust tip should be standard, brakes-still getting used to them, Navi and stereo upgrade option on SR5, better and more interior lighting-how about some LEDs.
 
Chalk another one up as COMPLETELY satisfied. This is an amazing vehicle. I have had several Nissan Zs, a few american muscle cars and a Ford Expedition. This is the most solid and well built vehicle I have ever owned.

It's the perfect mix of ruggedness with luxury. I was sold the first "mile" I test drove it down the road. The ride is smooth, acceleration is satisfactory and the sound system is pretty damn good for stock. Blutooth works great, navigation is great and the seats are nice and supportive. Did I mention how good it looks from the outside? I love driving it more than my old sports cars.
 
Great thread

This is a great thread for people trying to make a decision. I considered more
vehicles than I have ever done before and reviewed sites for almost a year.
Compared comments to my test drives of many brands. This thread helped,
on most websites people had real problems to complain about and
some were very unhappy with their vehicle choice. On this site people were
only harping on details or wish its, and here was a thread that said people
liked their choice a lot and had no remorse after purchase.
Well add me to that list, we purchased the 2011 SR5 4x4 in black with tan leather, last week and I am totally pleased with the choice.
Here are some of the things I drove more than once.
Honda Pilot, not bad, nice ride almost bought one just didn't have that zing.
EX35 great fun car, made an offer that got turned down before I drove 4Runner, no room for anyone else.
2011 Grand Cherokee, nice and I was giving up my old 94 but ????
CX9 really lots of bang for the buck but just a little to much risk, RX7 service memory.
These were and are worth serious thought depending on your taste and needs.
My wife drove surburbans back when they were big
and we both wanted to be up high again, we loved the 4Runner simplicity (big knobs) with just enough new things for fun (XM radio).
If you like the feel of a big ride, go get one.
 
I'm one of those that's somewhere between "somewhat satisfied" and "completely satisfied". Reason being is I purchased a 2010 Limited. The whole point here is "Limited". When you purchase something that says Limited or Limited Edition or Special Edition you expect certain things to be standard. I've owned several cars in the past that were in the "Limited" family. A Limited vehicle should have the following standard:

- Button on the rear hatch for automatic closure (this is not even an option...hello???)
- Driver and Passenger seats with memory settings (umm...what?)
- Chrome exhaust tip (I spend $43K I seriously have to pay for a chrome exhaust tip...really?) Did I mention just the tip?
- Sensors in the front and rear bumper that alert you when getting to close to another vehicle when parking (once again not even an option. Toyota please check your calendar, we are now in the 21st century.)
- Back up camera that has some sort of on-screen graphics that show you how close you are to another vehicle when parking (see above.)
- Nav (did I mention "LIMITED"???)
- Carpet Floor Matt & Cargo Matt (did I mention $43K?)

At the end of the day I must admit I truely love driving this 4Runner. I'm not bashing the actual car itself, I'm more dissapointed with Toyota's decision making process back wherever they make decisions. Problem is I bought the first year they made a new model which means in a year or two a lot of this stuff will either be added, standard or be offered as an option so the moral of this story is I'm beat!
 
Well...let me start with as little history.

My first big SUV was a new 1999 GMC Suburban, loaded with leather and every option you could order. I traded that in on a 2002 4x4 Ford Expedition XLT (living in Florida, I decided cloth seats ate the way to go). I then bought a 2006 Nissan Titan.

I had always liked 4runners. But, thought they were too small for my use. The new 2010 changed all that.

I could own a limited, or a Trail. But, most of my use is business related/daily driving. I need 4x4 because I pull a boat to remote, unimproved ramps. I bought an SR5 4x4. It's the perfect balance of size and capability. It actually handles my boat and hauls my gear every bit as well as any of the vehicles I've owned before.

And it does it efficiently and with the feel of a fine Swiss watch. The 4runner is a winner. Who cares about leather steering wheel? Maybe a back up camera or automatically actuated rear hatch is important to some. But, to my, this is simply a fantastically well built vehicle.
 
socal4rnr said:
I'm one of those that's somewhere between "somewhat satisfied" and "completely satisfied". Reason being is I purchased a 2010 Limited. The whole point here is "Limited". When you purchase something that says Limited or Limited Edition or Special Edition you expect certain things to be standard. I've owned several cars in the past that were in the "Limited" family. A Limited vehicle should have the following standard:

- Button on the rear hatch for automatic closure (this is not even an option...hello???)
- Driver and Passenger seats with memory settings (umm...what?)
- Chrome exhaust tip (I spend $43K I seriously have to pay for a chrome exhaust tip...really?) Did I mention just the tip?
- Sensors in the front and rear bumper that alert you when getting to close to another vehicle when parking (once again not even an option. Toyota please check your calendar, we are now in the 21st century.)
- Back up camera that has some sort of on-screen graphics that show you how close you are to another vehicle when parking (see above.)
- Nav (did I mention "LIMITED"???)
- Carpet Floor Matt & Cargo Matt (did I mention $43K?)

At the end of the day I must admit I truely love driving this 4Runner. I'm not bashing the actual car itself, I'm more dissapointed with Toyota's decision making process back wherever they make decisions. Problem is I bought the first year they made a new model which means in a year or two a lot of this stuff will either be added, standard or be offered as an option so the moral of this story is I'm beat!
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I wish mine would have come with those features too, plus active cruise control. My guess is that if the 5th gen limited did come with all those features, there would be no point of a gx460
 
Riser said:
I wish mine would have come with those features too, plus active cruise control. My guess is that if the 5th gen limited did come with all those features, there would be no point of a gx460
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You may be correct in regards to the gx460. I think that's why they discontinued the is350 and only offer the is250. You might as well buy a 3 series BMW at that price and performance.
 
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My only dissatisfaction is the lack of V8 and towing capacity. The interior could use a little more luxury features to it for the asking price, but other than that I'm pretty happy with it.

:fishing:
 
Satisfied

Like a previous poster, I bought for reliability and quality. Based on how reliable my 1998 is, I fully expect this 2010 TE to be RELIABLE. I am somewhat annoyed by the glare I get, sometimes, from the radio bezel. I don't think it would take much from the Toyota engineers to solve the glare issue.
 
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