Official picture of 2010 4runner!

Not sure, that why I said "if".
I'm liking what I'm seeing but I'm not in the market until my 4th Gen dies, which will be never.

In a few years my 4th gen will be converted into a dedicated trail rig, and kept until it dies. Once I am in the market for a new DD I will look at the 5th gen as a possibility. For now, I have no desire for one.

It will take a while for a decent selection of aftermarket parts to be available anyways.

Also, here's a tread showing they are taking orders for 2010 FJ's:
http://www.fjcruiserforums.com/forums/dealer-negotiations-test-driving/92744-2010-fj.html
 
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Damn right. Nice to see some pictures. FINALLY. THere's plenty to like and a few things to question - but overall pretty cool I think. I like the front end, wont talk about the back yet.
 
It looks like the whole front end got smushed in. Not sure if I really like it or not...the hood looks too short from the windshield to the front.
 
From leftlanenews.com

http://www.leftlanenews.com/toyota-4runner-2011.html

If you expand the one photo, the underside looks like it's taken a slight beating.

:nicethread:Wow, that thing has been pounded!
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Ugh! Thats what I call a myspace/facebook photo. A photo with an extremem angle that can make anybody/thing attractive. I don't like the car and driver pics... but, I didn't like the sequioa at first, or the 4th gen when I was initially looking at buying a 4r.

I dunno...
 
I was under the impression that the tears and bulging has already been fixed in the newer models?

Idunno, I was over on the FJ forum for a while before I got my 2nd 4R and it seems they are on their 3rd revision of the fender area, but it is still having problems. Also Toyota is being very very shady about fixing it under warranty. This was THE thing that put me off the FJ for good. It was even happening to people who never go offroad.

I told you it was FJ-ish. :pimp:

Are you sure they are discontinuing the FJ? That debate seems to go back and forth. Last I heard there was going to be a 2010 FJ.

There will be a 2010 FJ, with a bump in HP and MPG, and a loss in TQ. Not as much as the 4R but it will have the dual VVT-i 1GR-FE. Also no req to use premium. New color: Army Green replaces Voodoo Blue. Among other things.

To keep this on topic I will say I love the 4wd lever, looks like they took it from the FJ. Wonder why no manual then?
 
From the C&D photos posted; I'm really disappointed, I don't find the exterior to be at all attractive (Pathfinder crossed with a Passport is my first impression). The interior looks good, but not the interior doors. I'll have to see one in person, but I am really unimpressed.

I'm bummed.
 
Design

From the front it is getting Rav4ish, while from the back is getting Pilotish. The inside is still truckish. But anyway, overall it's going back to roots, with some more room, solid design, and hopefully improved fuel mileage.
 
Hey guys, new here, but I have followed the forum for a while. From what it looks like, the white 4runner is the limited edition...wheel size and front end grille are a give away. From the rear view picture, the silver 4runner looks like it has much more wheel well space, maybe the SR5. If thats the case, the SR5 will look a lot better...more rugged similar to the 3rd gens. i am not a fan of how low the front end of the white one.
 
Just saw the C/D post on here.

One Word. GROSS.

Too much like the yack attack Honda Pilot.

I am SOOOOOOOO glad we own the 4gen.

Toyota-What have you done????
 
For starters, I liked the angle shot Toyota posted of the Trail Edition. However, after seeing the Car and Driver photos, I hate the taillights as they look like the Tundra's and upcoming Prado. They are way to massive and goofy looking. Secondly, the rear bumper does not flow well...looks odd. Next, the bumpers seem to big/tall/long...seems like they ought to be about 3 inches shorter in height...not feeling the "skirt" look. Otherwise, the front seems ok, minus the size of the bumper...goes way to far down to the ground. The interior looks ok too. I really think Toyota should have made the truck appear more "truck" like, less bulky/CUV like. Of course, I cant judge until I can touch!
 
Limited v Trail ed

For starters, I liked the angle shot Toyota posted of the Trail Edition.... Next, the bumpers seem to big/tall/long...seems like they ought to be about 3 inches shorter in height...not feeling the "skirt" look. ...

But if you compare the Toyota posted Trail Edition to the white Limited Edition in the c&d photos, you'll see they appear to have different bumpers. I would expect that the Limited, with 20" wheels and a NAV system, appeals more to the "skirt" look crowd, while the Trail Edition would not.

Once we get a full shot of the Trail Edition, I think we'll be far better able to judge the design. This week there was a post on some woman's blog (it has since been deleted) referencing her husband going out to Colorado to film a 2010 4Runner commercial... Given Toyota's investment in advertising this as an "offroad vehicle" I believe it's fair to expect the styling cues on the Trail edition to more closely resemble an offroad capable vehicle, without all the Limited "skirting" and nicknacks.
 

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