2008 Toyota 4Runner - Expert Reviews
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We have scoured the web for expert reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 5 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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2008 toyota 4runner Professional Edmunds ReviewSource: Edmunds...Towing capacity is 7,300 pounds on V8 models, while V6 models top out at 5,000 pounds. Fuel economy estimates for four-wheel-drive 2008 4Runners stand at 16 mpg city and 20 mpg highway for the V6 and 14/17 mpg for the V8. Safety: All models come standard with antilock disc brakes with brake assist, stability control and roll-sensing side-curtain airbags for the first and second rows of seating. Front seat side airbags are also standard. In government crash testing, the 2008 Toyota 4Runner earned four out of five stars in the frontal-impact category and a perfect five stars for side impacts... |
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Flash Drive: 2008 Toyota 4RunnerSource: MSN Autos...The 4Runner is narrow, which is a good attribute for off-road but makes the interior tight compared with the many competitors now in the market. The window switches are located low on the driver's door, below the armrest, making them difficult to reach. The 4.0-liter V6 delivers adequate power, but mileage is not great at 16 city/20 highway with 4-wheel drive. The removable TomTom navigation system is a fun option. -Mike MeredithOne of the first sport-utility vehicles on the market when the term was coined, the 4Runner is now in its fourth generation and is a far cry from that original... |
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2008 Toyota 4Runner OverviewSource: CarGurus...Trims include SR5, Limited, and the Sport Edition. The SR5 is the entry point in the 4Runner lineup, and it includes automatic climate control, keyless entry, a CD player, trip computer, and power windows, locks, and mirrors. The Sport Edition adds power seats, 17-inch wheels, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The top-shelf Limited trim gains running boards, dual climate control, 18-inch wheels, leather, and heated front seats. The options list is extensive for all models. It includes a DVD-based navigation system, Bluetooth, backup camera, rear seat DVD entertainment, and a premium JBL... |
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2008 Toyota 4Runner Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...Safety The safety of the 4Runner is a bit of a split decision. On one hand, there are plenty of safety features designed to protect you and your precious cargo. On the other, there's a bit of a rollover risk, as there is with any tall SUV. Electronic stability and traction control systems help with that problem, and computerized antilock brakes are also standard. There are airbags all around in case of a collision, but Insurance Institute for Highway Safety ratings for rear-end collisions suggest that taller drivers aren't well-protected. Lucky for me, I'm not that tall. And nobody hit me... |
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2008 Toyota 4Runner Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...SR5 trim levels feature two 12-volt outlets and remote keyless entry. Sport models add a tilt/telescoping steering wheel, and Limited editions have black wood-grain interior trim. Under the Hood Toyota's 4.7-liter V-8 is rated at 260 horsepower and 306 pounds-feet of torque. The 4.0-liter V-6 produces 236 hp. Both engines team with a five-speed automatic transmission. Rear- and four-wheel-drive models are available. Safety All-disc antilock brakes are standard. Seat-mounted side-impact airbags and side curtain airbags with rollover sensors are standard for 2008. An electronic stability system... |
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Why should I also consider these?
Compared to the 4Runner, the Chevrolet TrailBlazer (and the nearly identical GMC Envoy) feel sorely outdated, as those models lack the refinement of the 4Runner; the 4Runner also handles much more confidently than these GM vehicles and is safer.
The Durango is another potential alternative; it boasts impressive towing ability, but it’s not as off-road-focused as the 4Runner.
The Ford Explorer now includes a full range of safety features, handles well, and is quite comfortable inside, but it doesn’t offer the off-road hardiness possible in the 4Runner.
The Nissan Pathfinder is the closest match to the 2008 Toyota 4Runner; it has an interior that trumps the Toyota's in appearance, while coming in at a lower price.
The Nissan handles well, like the 4Runner, and its base V-6 engine is especially strong, yet efficient.
Against any of these vehicles, though, the 4Runner has the advantage of especially strong resale value and a long-established reputation for reliability and durability.
