Used 2012 Toyota 4Runner Limited SUV Review
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Makes Me Laugh!!
pipes3, Dumfries, VA, 02/21/2013
2012 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
I laugh every time I read the reviews about the 2012 4runner because they are all way off!!
People, please remember this is not a sports car or a preppy crossover which all of the experts unfairly compare this truck to.
What these so called experts do not realize is that there is nothing out there comparable to this burly, reliable, beast of an SUV.
Consumer reports with the 4-foot … red-head who bashes the 4runner is ridiculous!
She has the truck going through a slalom and says there is too much body roll!
Really!!
This truck is solid as a rock, will run for 300,000 miles and looks tough as nails.
Do yourself a favor and test drive this truck and do not listen to the bad reviews....
A Mini Land Cruiser
ixuonrahm, Atlanta, GA, 05/30/2012
2012 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
Owned vehicle for 3 weeks. So far no problem, hope in future too. Like its tall trim, off-road capabilities and features. The cabin needs
some improvements though - stereo isn't as good as my previous Audi A4's one, a little too much of plastic. The navigation screen is way too tiny, yet useful. Entune is a great feature, yet needs to be filled with more usefull apps. Bluetooth iPhone … integration is another nice feature. The leather trim is very comfy. 2nd row provides plenty of space for passengers. 3rd row will also be needed one day, so it's good to have it. Very happy with it, so it won't disapoint me in the future.
Poor Over Road Ride
dmacri, Mansfield, OH, 09/27/2012
2012 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
I just purchased a New 2012 4runner Limited. I purchased the Limited over the SR5 because it was supposedly smoother riding. The vehicle pulses through the steering wheel at all speeds. I spoke to Toyota and had it back to the dealership twice. They both told me that it was a truck and that is the way it rides and I should live with it. I owned 12 new trucks before this and none rode … this bad, of course none were a Toyota. I personal feel that it is th 20" wheels and tires that they put on this vehicle. They are hard riding and poor handling. I am limited to 2 tire manufacturers with these wheels so i can not even buy touring tires.
Don't be fooled by the great reviews! I think people don't know any better!
face6, Rochester, NY, 09/22/2012
2012 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
I am very disappointed with this SUV! I purchased my 4 runner in 2011 and have 27,000 miles on it currently. My main issues are as follows: 1) Price to value - MSRP on my limited was $43,000+ in my opinion after owning it and driving it - its really a $33,000 SUV (or should be priced this way.) Very tinny sounding when you slam the door - seems like poor quality, somewhat underpowered, … many interior features cheap and plastic, Handles poorly - (See consumer reports negative reviews) - I ignored them when i bought mine. Nav/Bluetooth very antiquated - Nav way behind the times. Bluetooth sound quality when on your phone is poor.
Trunk area - slight tilt
Groceries shift milk falls out/breaks
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2012 Toyota 4Runner Limited SUV
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Outstanding off-road capability
- Pro:pleasant on-road demeanor
- Pro:strong V6 engine
- Pro:ample cargo capacity
- Pro:available third-row seat.
- Con:No V8 option
- Con:cramped third-row seat.
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