considering a newer 4runner...

ugabulldog · 08-16-2009, 05:15 PM

My 98 has a 3.4 engine and I now have boat to pull so I was looking at the newer style (03+) I am assuming the new v6's are larger than 3.4 and have more pulling power correct? and I know the v8's do..... my question is how does the gas mileage on these (v6's and v8's) compare to my 3.4? Also, is there anytihng I should be aware of with these vehicles, (recalls, problems etc...) Thanks,

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**4x4Fink** · 08-16-2009, 05:19 PM

Moved to Buying/Selling Advice.

The 4th gens will come with the same 4.0L that is in the newer Tacoma's.
Awesome engine, love mine.

I get around 22mpg in my Tacoma now with the M/T's on it.
I'd expect around the same for the 4Runner, +/- a few miles per gallon.

Fink

murdarunna19 · 08-16-2009, 05:23 PM

yeah my 2000 4runner wasnt really the right rig to tow my new boat. my dad just bought an fj cruiser to tow it. he loves it.

gptoy · 08-18-2009, 07:09 PM

I don't tow anything so can't help out much there but I can offer what I've found about gas mileage as I own a 96 v6 4x4 and an 04 v8 4x4. I get the exact same mileage from both 14.2 l/100km (16.5 MPG).

I'm not an overly agressive driver and that's more city with a touch of highway.

So if you were happy with your old mileage of the v6 you'll be happy with the new one if you go v8 route. And although on paper the new 6 is supposed to only be 1mpg better than the 8, in real life (I have to deal alot with winter conditions) I bet it's a bigger difference with that. With a 6 you get a 2wd/4wd option but if you get a 4x4 v8 then it only comes in awd-no 2wd option (which chews up gas quick when she's slippery outside).

08-16-2009, 05:19 PM	#2 (permalink)
4x4Fink Super Moderator Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Centerton, AR Posts: 5,952	Moved to Buying/Selling Advice. The 4th gens will come with the same 4.0L that is in the newer Tacoma's. Awesome engine, love mine. I get around 22mpg in my Tacoma now with the M/T's on it. I'd expect around the same for the 4Runner, +/- a few miles per gallon. Fink __________________ 1985 4Runner 22RE 4WD "Ratchet" 2007 Tacoma Double Cab SB 4x4 V6 TRD Sport AR-TTORA "My work number is 9-1-1."

08-16-2009, 05:23 PM	#3 (permalink)
murdarunna19 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: seattle Posts: 328	yeah my 2000 4runner wasnt really the right rig to tow my new boat. my dad just bought an fj cruiser to tow it. he loves it. __________________ Matt D 2000 4runner. supercharged, flowmaster, 3" toytec lift, sitting on BFG 33's. 2009 fj, arb bumper, warn winch, bfg ats, 2" lift, IPFs. 4runner Build - http://www.yotatech.com/f191/murdaru...thread-190270/

08-18-2009, 07:09 PM	#4 (permalink)
gptoy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada Posts: 38	I don't tow anything so can't help out much there but I can offer what I've found about gas mileage as I own a 96 v6 4x4 and an 04 v8 4x4. I get the exact same mileage from both 14.2 l/100km (16.5 MPG). I'm not an overly agressive driver and that's more city with a touch of highway. So if you were happy with your old mileage of the v6 you'll be happy with the new one if you go v8 route. And although on paper the new 6 is supposed to only be 1mpg better than the 8, in real life (I have to deal alot with winter conditions) I bet it's a bigger difference with that. With a 6 you get a 2wd/4wd option but if you get a 4x4 v8 then it only comes in awd-no 2wd option (which chews up gas quick when she's slippery outside). __________________ 1996 Runner SR5,3.4L Auto, Factory Locker, Box Stock-Former Family Mobile, Trail Rig in Progress 1998 Taco,Xtra Cab, 4x4, 3.4L 5 spd., Also Box Stock-Crushed by Toyota 2004-4Runner SE-V8-Family Mobile(Taco Replacement)

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