2001 Toyota 4Runner

Pros: Love the look and ride of it.
Cons: Expensive diagnostics w/ no resolution, backup lights not good, instruments in inconvenient locations.

I bought my 2001 4Runner SR5 4WD 2 years ago and loved it. No problems until about 6 months ago. While traveling out of town, the check engine light and two VSC lights came on. Spent $500 at an out of town Toyota dealership only to have the lights come back on shortly after I arrived home. Have now visited my local Toyota dealership 6 times and the lights are still on. I bought the Toyota because of the dependability (and there doesn't seem to be a thing mechanically wrong with my truck), but am tired of spending money and being inconvenienced in order to get 3 lights turned off. It has been diagnosed many times and minor things have been replaced (fuel sensor, etc). Approaching the $1,000 mark now - seems to be something wrong with this picture. I don't feel like I'm going to be stranded on the side of the road, but this is aggravating.

Pros: Smooth ride, good looking, comfortable interior, quality service
Cons: None

The 2001 Toyota 4Runner has proven to be a Godsend for me and for my family. We purchased one used about 6 months ago and it has been the most reliable car we've had to date. We live in the Rocky Mountains, so 4 wheel drive is a must. The 4Runner provides that along with a spacious and comfortable interior (seats 5), a very smooth ride, and a very eye-appealing exterior. And, because it is made by Toyota, it is reliable for many, many miles, and has very quality service that comes with it. I would recommend this to anyone who is interested in a high quality used vehicle, whether in need of 4 wheel drive or not, it suits your every need.

Pros: wet driving is good. safety. airbags. nice styling. great off-road ability. gas mileage. engine.
Cons: would be better if it had a straight axle. option of e-locker would be great.

This is the real deal. Like a mini Land Cruiser this SUV can and will go anywhere. I would suggest not getting the 2wd version. The 4wd is what this truck is all about. I had a 1991 4runner and it was great but only 2wd and did not have any airbags. My wife and I decided to get a newer and more safe SUV. I liked the updated looks of the 3rd generation 4runner and likes what it came with. It is a solid SUV with many of the nice things standard. If you are going to just go to the store and pick the kids up from gymnastics class this is not a truck for you..get a Tahoe. If you want to go on trails and ride in the mud..this is for you.

Pros: Space, Durability, and Safety
Cons: Gas mileage is all I can come up with.

I just recently bought my Toyota 4Runner. I love it. I had one previously (1994) and couldn't wait to get another one. If you want durability and piece of mind, get yourself a 4Runner. It will not disappoint you.