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Old 10-23-15, 05:28 AM
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Originally Posted by markrivers
^ good choice.


and the GX 460 is actually a Land Cruiser Prado outside North America.
so to compare it with a 4runner is not really accurate
?

um they all share the same platform.
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Old 11-02-15, 06:18 PM
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You might also look at a new 4Runner - to replace your 4Runner!
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Old 11-05-15, 12:18 AM
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i think the ride quality and overall comfort of the GX460 out rivals the 4runner by long shot but of course you pay for what you get. I was deciding between the two, and decided on the gx460 today... I'm back in a lexus
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Old 11-06-15, 10:08 AM
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Originally Posted by kroorda
You might also look at a new 4Runner - to replace your 4Runner!
I did, several times. I didn't like it. Specifically, I just didn't like the drivetrain. The V6 engine doesn't have enough low-end torque. You have to beat on it to get the truck to move, but then the engine gets noisy. It needs at least one more gear in the transmission. I did like the extra space in back.

I ended up getting a Land Cruiser instead.
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Old 11-06-15, 11:06 AM
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Originally Posted by M1911
I did, several times. I didn't like it. Specifically, I just didn't like the drivetrain. The V6 engine doesn't have enough low-end torque. You have to beat on it to get the truck to move, but then the engine gets noisy. It needs at least one more gear in the transmission. I did like the extra space in back.

I ended up getting a Land Cruiser instead.
my exact thoughts on the 4runner's engine, and throttle response
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Old 11-06-15, 12:35 PM
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Originally Posted by mikeps2006
my exact thoughts on the 4runner's engine, and throttle response
I've got plenty of power now -- 380 hp, 400 ft-lb of torque. Of course, you see the fuel gauge drop as you drive...
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Old 11-09-15, 06:59 AM
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I am picking up a new 2016 GX Premium this week to replace my 2006 4Runner 4WD V8 Limited. I looked at the new 4Runner, but weighed the pros & cons & the GX won out. For me the biggest thing was that the 4Runner is no longer available with a V8 engine. Also, when I put together everything I wanted in the 4Runner, I was only about $10k less than the Lexus I wanted. For a little bit more, I got a better looking (in my opinion) vehicle with a better engine & a higher resale value.

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