Toyota 4Runner TRD Sport - The Strangest 4Runner Of All
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This is the Toyota 4Runner. It hasn’t had a new generation since 2009. Sure it’s had a facelift between then and now, but 2009 was13 years ago.
How do you keep customers interested in a 13 year old product? Well, one by making it legendarily durable and reliable, but also by introducing special versions or trims
Currently on the Toyota website there are 8 individual trims of 4Runner for sale, and what we’re going to drive today is the newest and weirdest one there is
This is the 2022 Toyota 4Runner TRD Sport. It was about a year ago this thing came out and I was “perplexed” now after spending a week with it I’m still pretty “perplexed”
And we’ll get into why I’m perplexed in a minute, but for now let’s start by covering what this thing is
This, of course, is Toyota’s dedicated, go-to offroader. It’s body on frame like other off roading vehicles.
It has a 4 liter v6 engine and a 5 speed automatic transmission
It can be had with 2WD, but what we have today is a 4x4 equipped example and than god for that…I cant imagine something less 4Runner than a 2WD TRD Sport?
And paolo hits the nail on the head right there. This just seems like such a strange concept to rollout to the 4runner.
A SPORT trim?
Sure it’s a big V6 but it’s from the stone age and makes under 300 hp so it takes over 7 and a half seconds to hit 60…and it’s not like the transmission provides any theater
However, they did do a couple things to sharpen this old girl up
You do get 20 inch wheels and more stree oriented tires, and genuinely, this is the best road manners we’ve ever felt in a 4Runner
It’s worlds better than Matt’s old TRD Offroad…
But one of the biggest things Toyota did to give this the “Sport” treatment is to add XREAS suspension
There’s a very technical explanation for how this system works including diagonally connected shocks with hydraulic oil going through a center floating piston…
However, in simple terms - it’s a road-based sport suspension
And it works shockingly well!
The car stays flat through a corner so much more than KDSS cars - there’s so much less pitch and roll, and with the more street-oriented tires, I have a much better idea of whats happening with the tires
It feels so much more effortless and natural to drive on the road, but Toyota says specifically, this system is designed to not impede offroad performance, and after all this is a 4Runner so let’s see if that’s true
this may be a strange trim, but lunar rock paint is good
That’s about where the greatness stops
This has the body kit of the limited up front
But without the black chrome so it looks chonky
Not auto headlights. I don’t even think they’re LED
Weirdly you do get auto highbeams
You get the TRD hood scoop (fake)
20 inch limited wheels, but wack finish
Wrapped in all season tires
Auto deploying running boards
I’d rather have auto headlights…or wipers
9.6 in of clearance (9 on 2wd)
Trd sport badge on the c pillar. Classic
Rear is pretty similar to all 4Runners
Bumper is the limited but color matched
5000 lbs towing
Not power lift gate
But the best thing is the rear window that goes down
It feels like 2009 in here
Some will like that, but it’s just not it from a 22
There’s so much silver which dates it
Also the infotainment dates it
Also the terrible camera date it
No auto headlights
No rain sensing wipers
In fairness it’s the third cheapest at under 41k
But still over 40k I’d expect heated seats
But this has the best feature that no other car has
A water bottle holder that fits my bottle
Wired car play
Bluetooth is trash
Radar cruise but no lane keep
Semi digital cluster is meh
Infotainment is new for 2020 and it’s old
4wd selector is out of a sr5
No sunroof
Black softex leather
Silver stitching with trd in headrest
Visibility is good, it feels good to drive
Rear seats are spacious and so is the trunk
Seats fold flat
This has the cargo shelf option
120 volt outlet in back
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Possibly....I would probably spring for a limited...
This is a great trim. No chrome, Rides like a limited and handles great for a large suv, superior ride hight and storage space. Great on highway and around town.
TRD Sports trims on Tacoma and 4Runner are underrated and under appreciated. Most common complaint with those two vehicles is that the suspension is too soft and boat, like feeling on the highway and city driving. The TRD Sport fix that issue without having to sacrifice, off-road capability. True off-road enthusiasts Do not need crawl control, or locking differentials, we grew up without any of those gimmicks. Most people off-road maybe once a month. TRD sport trims are the way to go for all around drivability.
I have a TRD sport that’s 4wd, but Im a competitive shooter in south Florida, so I pretty much need a truck/SUV that’s drives great on long road trips, but is able to drive down range on soft sand to setup targets… everyday I love this vehicle more and more
Compared to limited, which is better?
Depends on your needs, I would imagine if you live in snow, the all time 4wd system is supposed to be really good in the limited, also I believe the limited has heated seats if your up north
This vehicle is very heavy and feels solid but has poor safety scores which boggles my mind. I test drove one and fell in love with it immediately. I appreciate that it drives more like a truck than a SUV. In fact, I think it's in a category of its own and should not be compared to a car-based SUV like the Highlander. I'm looking forward, however, to updated models.
Arguably the best looking of all the trims, restrained and adult, both retro and timeless,...too bad it doesn't have some of the other bits. If I got one of the other (origami) trims, I'd like to put this front end clip on it!
Too many put downs and negativity in this evaluation to a proven vehicle with a revolutionary suspension. Stick to your shitty American Cars who are subpar to what Toyota is known for Reliability and Value. Tone down your rhetoric. You sound like bitter evaluators who were fired by Toyota. Your off-road demo proved and surprised what Toyota could do.
I agree!
Well put
For sure. 100%
The comment "its not fast" is very missplaced! No SUV is made for speed. 7 seconds to reach 100m/hr is impressive!!
Just the Durango Hellcat or Trawkhawk. 😊
Highlander? No thanks. No ground clearance. No more v6. Unibody. Y’all tried towing a utility trailer with a unibody suv? Sound resonates like a mf. I personally like the looks of the limited, not more than the off-road mind you, but probably better than the base sr5. This feels like a nice package for someone who’s on road 95+% of the time. Let’s be honest, that’s the vast majority of buyers.
We bought the TRD Sport November of 2021. We bought it for camping. We tow a small pop-up camper. Where we go you drive on the interstate most of the way there. We need 4 wheel drive once on the trails. But ours handled pulling the camper off road just fine. We don't do rock crawling or anything but the roads are not well maintained.
Now when we did buy the 4runner we did get a set of the TRD off road tires and they make a huge difference. We test drove a lot of different vehicles in the same class and kept coming back the 4runner. Ours is perfect for what we wanted. After a year with the TRD Sport, we would choose anything else
I just bought a 2022 Toyota 4runner TRD off road premium Barcelona Red! Upgraded PRO wheels and skid plates. Emblems blacked out. 51 k out the door. I immediately put BF Goodrich KO2's on her. Made a huge difference. This truck is beautiful and extremely capable anywhere you go. Make sure you know what you are getting into. The 4runner IS slow. It like a fat tire bike. The gas mileage is horrible. My number 1 complaint is the sound system. I was extremely disappointed to find out my trim to not come with the Upgraded speakers and sub woofer. That being said...I have never felt so cool in any other vehicle. The 4runner is a head turner fir sure!! I'm excited to put more modifications on her. I am 10000% happy with my purchase!!
You did not get the KDSS. Was that due to a money thing or you don't like the KDSS. Just gathering some feedback. I am in the market and I am interested in the TRD off road Premium such as you have ?
@@OSAbsolam I took what I could get. I was extremely lucky to get Christine. I will upgrade suspension in next 2 years anyway. Just be aware modifications are not cheap. So I did a lot inside the truck that was inexpensive. Changing the lights out inside for LED lighting was super cool and easy to do. The key is to understand that you don't need to do all the modifications at once. Just have fun with it and spread it out over years.
Very nice info. Helping with my decision making.
@@OSAbsolam Most dealerships only get a few 4runners with kdss a year, unless they are a volume dealer. Most I talked to had people waiting on one with kdss for 1 year plus
Just picked up my 2023 trd sport 2wd for highway and rides awesome at 70 plus mph.
The TRD Sport is basically a less expensive Limited. If you're in the market for a Limited this model may be a option. Your basically comparing apples and oranges if you think is a TRD offroad.. This vehicle is not for a serious off roader.. And as for target market I am retired and we love vacationing in the rockies. And I must also add if you want a great dependable body on frame vehicle that's good on highway this a great choice. And if you want a vehicle that gets great mileage look elsewhere.
Best looking suv on the market ! All 4 runners
I have a TRD Sport. I don't off road other than round dirt roads to the cabin. With 4wd low and Atrac it will go pretty much anywhere except slick rock, loose sand and deep snow. Rough trails, steep inclines, deep ruts, all with ease and with 20s ans street tires. I plan to swap out the wheels for 17s and go to some all terrains. For me its been great. As for looks, the front end grows on you. Its not bad. But i like the Gen 4 and 3 front ends.
I'd imagine with an alternate off road wheel and tire set it'd do quite nice.
I think I like Paulo…he is like your alter ego.
Matt: let’s honor our suppliers…
Paulo: f*** them…they don’t track this…
The channel is getting BIG!
Their offroad track looks like every other driveway in New England. Especially in the spring.
lol
I’d get the sport if they’d add the sunroof
very reliable truck 🚚
“Might as well buy a Highlander” ?? Umm…no thanks. I’ll take the 4Runner TRD Sport. Poor gas mileage is its only real flaw.
That truck would look killer if it were lowered, and put a supercharger in it
Great truck. Last forever!!! Just need snow tires.
The music says something big is coming😅
The guy in the White is annoying.
I didn’t really see any off-road driving?
A two wheel drive 4 runner is actually a 2 runner.
I love your Toyota 4runner truck 👍 good luck 👍
Traded min sport after 1 and 1/2…didn’t like it much with the wheels and tires …went back to SR5 premium
Na; IMO, the Highlander looks like a van; 4Runner looks like a truck.
I never see so much drama and over reaction just to make a test drive. You guys.
Makes it entertaining to watch.
Not ideal if you have $6 dollar gas. I'll buy this when hybrid is available.
translation : can't afford it.......lol
Thats the main issue... mpg.... if working as a Nurse here in the US, is 4runner still ok compared to their salary?
You won’t spend that $ on maintenance with this puppy. It’ll last 300000 miles
When in 4L or 4L isnt the center diff locked, like in the Limited?
There is no center diff.
@@rangerover06sc When you lock it into 4wd, what are you locking then?
@joebagodonutssummertime8267 The transfer case works like an on/off switch. It's either connected and locked or disconnected, and RWD
@@rangerover06sc So its a center diff that connects the transmission to the front end..
@joebagodonutssummertime8267 No, because it's not a differential. It's just a transfer case. But the transmission connects to the rear wheels and then the transfer case connects to the front axle.
Only an idiot would buy this current generation new. The new generation is just around the corner!!!
Who wants a 4 cyl turbo??
Yes, and design/structure issues? It will be 2-3 years before a new generation 4 runners will be half as dependable as the current generation...and who will then be the idiot?
And only an idiot would write this. You don’t know what the new gen will offer and how long it will take to get it on par with this generation, but maybe you’re smart enough to know that this current platform is bulletproof.
@WoodshavenPatriot Who want a 5 speed transmission and 19 mpg highway. I mean a v8 ford explorer could get better mileage than that, from decades ago