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Exceeded expectations
Cscordial, 07/10/2020
2012 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Solidly built, low cost of ownership, capable in 4 wheel drive conditions, and OK on the pavement.
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Quality Problem with Vehicle
poorrunner, 09/01/2011
2011 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 13 people found this review helpful
Vehicle shudders when driving. Most posts of forum sites indicate there is s systemic problem with the Transmission and Toyota is investigating. You will want to review this before you purchase: http://www.toyota-4runner.org/5th-gen-t4rs/89301-has-anyone-noticed-5.html Those that have purchased and have this problem can only pray Toyota supports their customers on this. The Service Departments say there currently is not a fix and we have to live with it for now.
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Don't be fooled by the great reviews! I think people don't know any better!
face6, 09/22/2012
2012 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
11 of 32 people found this review helpful
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
great SUV
bob453, 10/09/2011
2011 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Needed a tough SUV for daily use. I drive 10 miles each day off road getting to work (dirt/muddy road). My last SUV (Santa Fe) started falling apart after 5 years on this road so I decided to get a 4runner this time. This vehicle is bulit very well. When I was at the dealer I got the shop manager to go over every part of the car. We even got under the car and he pointed out may key points. I was impressed with the service and the build quality. I now have 12k miles on it. The SUV handles all I can throw at it with no problems (mud trial, bumpy roads and steep hills). The ride on road is just fine and I dont have any noise issues at any speed (even at over 100mph).
Great vehicle for me
UpState NY, 10/10/2010
2011 Toyota 4Runner Trail 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Over 15,000 miles and not a single problem, and it performs as advertised. The Trail version has been great for off-road, winter driving, and long trips. I tow a 3500 lbs camper, with 2 canoes on roof, easily (about 12 mpg with big hills in ADK), but day-in-day-out driving on hilly Upstate back roads I average around 19 mpg. Longer trips I average from 20 to 21 mpg highway. Kids like the back sets that can recline a bit. Overall I like the functionality of the various standard Trail options/controls.
Impressed, as expected.
foq, 12/30/2011
2011 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Well, this is my first truck since I served in military in other country. All my other cars were track runners so I never thought I'd enjoy driving a truck.. as those normally lack power or turning capability. Well, I was in for a treat. truck saved me a few times so far, and the offorad capability was a blessing. Build quality is impressive, interior is great. this truck could use more power, definitely, but for the weight / room / options, the power is ok. On the road it feels like a road truck, off road it feels like a decent, off-road built vehicle. Very happy with this investment. Oh, and estimated MPGs are wrong.. I get anywhere between 18.2-22, depending on areas. 17.5 in Chicago.
No CarMax
TT, 09/01/2018
2011 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Toyota is reliable ! Car Max is not , bought my Toyota at a car dealer because Car Max is a rip off !
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Love It! But...
clinton810, 05/19/2011
2011 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV 4WD (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 6 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 2011 4Runner in December 2010 with less than 5 miles on it from our local dealer. Loved it! This vehicle can handle anything you throw at it. We got hammered with snow and in 4WD it is like snow isn't even an issue. Great gas mileage for a car this size. I am getting around 19.5 MPG with only about 6000 miles on it so far not even broken in yet. About 70% city driving and 30% highway. Only a couple knocks on the car. The engine is loud and makes a weird noise. I had it in for service and was told that these are known to have loud fuel injectors. Did some research and found some information this so it isn't complete B/S. No automatic car wash can get back window clean.
Too many negatives.
emoore20, 05/03/2011
2011 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
11 of 40 people found this review helpful
After owning the 2011 4runner for less than a month I began to notice several NEGATIVES about the vehicle which werent apparent after one test drive at the dealership. 1)The transmission is very jerky. Pressing on the gas from a dead stop will result in a jerk forward followed by a slight shimmer in the suspension. 2) The vehicle is painfully slow. 3) Vehicle makes a whistling sound or tone that is related to the SUVs aerodynamics (very boxy). 4) Thin sheet metal hood. Shakes at higher speeds. 5) Susceptible to crosswinds. 6) The paint quality is horrible. 7) The breaks on this vehicle feel very spongy and too sensitive. 8) The Variable Stability Control is very abrupt and awkward.
OK but not great
Curtis, 08/23/2015
updated 02/24/2017
2011 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 11 people found this review helpful
We purchased the 2011 4Runner with a 3rd row seat for our growing family. The one thing I can't get over is how under powered the V6 engine is. It will not accelerate unless you floor it, and even then it isn't that great. The interior is nice and functional, but another one of my pet peeves is that it doesn't have auto headlights, which is strange considering it a 2011. The car works well as an everyday driver around town, but struggles on hills and on the Hwy. I won't be buying another Toyota after this one.
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