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2.25 out of 5 stars

New 4runners, NOT as good as the last, v6 weak..

scratchgolfer2, 03/23/2013
2010 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
18 of 25 people found this review helpful

I have had the last few 4runners now, the Limited 1997, then the amazing 2007 V8 Limited. I love the cars, performance and Toyota quality. I really didnt want to trade in my 2007 but I hit 100K so figured I would check them out, not too crazy about the new style but it is okay and thought the new higher HP V6 might be okay at 270HP, however it is NOT, it is WAY underpowered for this size vehicle. It also doesn't have the same solid feel that my previous 4runners always had that other's never had. Makes me wonder if they really changed some things here....engine just doesnt feel right.....way to slow, with the Tundra 5.7 v8 as an option this might be a great truck

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2 out of 5 stars

Mediocre. A step backwards for the 4Runner legacy

Andrew, 02/10/2017
updated 08/10/2017
2010 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful

The best car I ever had was my 2003 4Runner. When it came time for a new car I replaced it with a 2010 4Runner. I figured that Toyota was a solid bet. From day 1 the car was a huge disappointment. The acceleration was pathetic, the interior felt cheap, and instrument panel was backlit with a hideous red light, the transmission shifted way too early and the engine sounded weak and tinny. I really felt like I was driving a $40k Honda Civic- cheap and unrefined. I was shocked coming from my previous 4Runner which accelerated well and felt nearly as luxurious as a Lexus. The worst part of the 2010 4Runner was the transmission. It is computer controlled and there was a 2 second delay before it would accelerate after shifting. I nearly got hit backing out of my driveway and in parking lots. I ended up trading it in for a 2008 4Runner after 6 months of ownership.

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Performance
1 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars
Comfort
3 out of 5 stars
Reliability
5 out of 5 stars
Value
2 out of 5 stars
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4.38 out of 5 stars

Real Value

Carlos S., 09/30/2010
2010 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Some reciprocity; I found user reviews a definitive value when deciding upon this purchase. Pros: reliability, build quality, Lexus-like ride (test it), strong engine. Cons: paint quality, no frills interior(not an big issue at the price, sensibility to crosswinds. All in all a great buy, nanny your gas and it will truly reward you.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Not that sure yet.....

mark , 03/11/2010
2010 Toyota 4Runner Trail 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Got the Trail model in mid January, actually came down to the 4Runner vs a Lexus RX...not your typical comparison. After trading in a 2002 Pathfinder, i figured i would stay with the "truck look". However, although the body look and style is really nice. It's a bit bigger than i thought, (or would have liked). At about 3000 miles now, I cannot even reach 17 mpg, doing about 50% highway,, thought it would be better. The BIGGER concern is today, after braking coming up to a red light, i had a sudden surge of acceleration. This was not imagined, it was VERY REAL. While i was braking, the car had a sudden surge of power. It did stop right away after that so i am going to contact Toyota.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Awesome

darb1brad, 09/25/2010
2010 Toyota 4Runner Trail 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
9 of 13 people found this review helpful

Had a 2003 4Runner Limited V8 that I totaled in June '10. Wasn't really interested in another 4Runner at first. 4th Gen was too cramped on the interior, always felt too narrow in the driver's seat, but it was admittedly a GREAT truck. Had my mind changed because: 1) NO injuries in the wreck to me or my daughter; and 2) It was 7 years old with 115k miles, and I got 60% of my original purchase price from insurance when it was totaled. New 4Runner, here I come! The Trail is AWESOME. Feels bigger in the interior. Styling is much more masculine than the 4th Gen. Figured out how to turn off economy mode, and throttle response/shift pattern is MUCH better.

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