Remember Those Saying the 5th Gen Was Dated?

[CutthroatSlam]

Specifically those who complained the 5th Gen did not have a modern 8 speed transmission. Well here ya go, careful what you wish for:

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Why Toyota's 8-Speed Transmission Shifts So 'Horrible' #assembly #automotive #car #auto #repair

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[rdruss]

Just confirms that most new 'tech' these days is not very reliable, or well tested, or really necessary. No passenger vehicle needs an 8-speed transmission, IMO, 5-speed is all that is necessary.

 

[DAW89446]

Some of us remember the days when pretty much all automatics were two or three speed. We got along just fine.

 

[Humble Leader]

the 5th gen 4runner for me has the exact right amount of tech. I have a 2012. and it's still easy enough to repair on my own for non major repairs (I've done things like take out the seats, replace motors/actuators, put in a rear deck platform, troubleshoot leaks etc.) . it comes apart fairly easily on the interior as well. the engine bay isnt cramped and there isn't so much wiring on the interior of body panels it takes an afternoon to sort out

it's one of the last good body on frame work horses that is capable offroad. I dont think brand new my limited cost CAD 40K when it was brand new, again that's CAD. I still have the sticker in my folder with all the other paperwork over the years

 

[DAW89446]

I have enjoyed my '18 SR5. It is used in all weather - rain, snow, ice, muddy roads. I use it on my acreage as if it were a pickup truck. I let nature wash it (I focus on the interior) and it was always parked outdoors, until recently when I built a carport, and the paint and headlights still look good on those rare occasions that I do wash it. I drag my driveways and dirt road leading to my home using a heavy drag. I tow my utility trailer with items too large, bulky to fit in the back. It takes me on class III and IV trails during hunting season. I run BFG All Terrain T/A tires in load range E, yet the truck rides smoother and is quieter inside than my '12 Subaru Outback. Best of all, it's paid for (paid in full when purchased). The truck will outlive me and is earmarked for my grandson, who is still driving my '02 Tacoma TRD Off Road that I gave him when I bought the 4Runner. I like the looks of the exterior of the 6th gen T4R, but not the interior. Say what they will about the "dinosaur" 5th gen, but to me, it and the 2nd and 3rd gens are the best (4th gen is fine, I just don't care for the looks inside or out).