1997 Toyota 4Runner User Reviews

Pros

Great reliability, room and almost everything else

Cons

Gas mileage

Purchased As Used

260k miles and still trucki nly had to replac te timing belt and water pump nothing culd compare to this SUV i plan on buying a limited 2000 soon

Pros

Reliabilty, durability, flexibility, traction in snow, towing capacity

Cons

Mileage should be better, gas tank too small, oil filter location, front cup holders ridiculou

Purchased As New

I paid $26,000 for mine new in 1997. I have over 198,000 miles now. The ride is a little unsettled, its better with a full load. Handling and steering is 2nd to none. I relocated the oil filter to the inner fender well with a bypass kit. I installed a hood deflector. I also installed a makeshift stainless steel screen inside the grill to stop damage to the radiator from road debris and bugs. The only repairs I've needed are the head gasket went out under the extended warranty. Also the front brake line cracked from fatigue after a mounting bolt rusted thru. Michelin LTX M+S are the tires of choice for this vehicle. I still have the original shocks, exhaust system, alternator, starter, master cylinder, transmission, etc......read morehide