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Used 1997 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV Consumer Reviews

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4.63 out of 5 stars

140,ooo and still drives like new

Rhettro, 04/12/2004
Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

the title says it all, replaced an alternater belt, small water leak, and thats it, most importantly, the trany and engine are running the same as they did when we purchased this car. A/C is still going stronger than ever, surprising, since i live in Atlanta. I've been moving a lot lately, and it has no problems towing a big, uhaul trailer, HIGHLY recommend this vehicle, with a V6, i'm getting around 17mpg

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Never Gave Me A Problem

Carolee, 11/19/2009
Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Great truck, held up in a head on. If I could find my car on a lot or in a driveway somewhere, I would buy it!

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5 out of 5 stars

Toyota - Need I say more?

Wild_Bill, 05/01/2002
Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

It just doesn't get any better than this. If you're shopping for a used one you definitely want to look for a rear locker if plan on off-roading.

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4 out of 5 stars

Traded New for Old

Neil, Fort Wayne, IN, 04/01/2017
Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I bought my 1997 4runner with 150K on the odometer in July 2016. It needed a rear differential, which I was able to replace with a used one for $250 and 2 hours of my time. I drove the car for about 5000 miles and fell in love with the ride height, size and reliability. It is the perfect sized vehicle, not too big, not too small. I get about 20 MPG overall with highway driving. I liked this car so much that I sold my 2012 Malibu that had 70,000 miles on it. I have had no 2nd thoughts and have no doubts I will get 100,000 more miles out of this car without much expense.

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5 out of 5 stars

The Best

AJS, 09/21/2002
Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

This is the BEST vehicle! It has outstanding performance on all levels (handling, mechanical, comfort, room, body style, and FUN). Mine gets closer to 22 mpg/city, and 25mpg/highway - better than many sedans! I LOVE my 4Runner!

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