2016 Tacoma vs 2016 4Runner?
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camodog
Adventurer
I went through the same thoughts as you. Ultimately it came down to creature comforts (I already own a 2wd truck so I didn't need the bed) and that is where the 4Runner won the wife over.
You honestly can not go wrong with either one.
If you NEED the bed, get the Taco. If you don't, get the 4Runner. That's just my .02
You honestly can not go wrong with either one.
If you NEED the bed, get the Taco. If you don't, get the 4Runner. That's just my .02
SportsmanJake
Adventurer
Do you want a pickup or a SUV?
forty2
Adventurer
It might have been a harder decision for me if the 4Runner still had a three pedal option. I'm 2k in on my '16 Tacoma with zero complaints. Well, no complaints that I didn't already resign myself to before buying anyway...
Seriously, I don't think you can go wrong with either one. They rank 1 and 2 at the top of KBB's current best projected resale list. If you aren't going to plan on keeping it for very long, it'll hold value well enough. They are similarly off road equipped (in similar trims), more gear in the Taco, better back seat in the 4Runner. I suggest you drive both.
Seriously, I don't think you can go wrong with either one. They rank 1 and 2 at the top of KBB's current best projected resale list. If you aren't going to plan on keeping it for very long, it'll hold value well enough. They are similarly off road equipped (in similar trims), more gear in the Taco, better back seat in the 4Runner. I suggest you drive both.
Plannerman
Wandering Explorer
Why wouldn't he? I did. My best friend did.
p nut
butter
I think our definitions of "serious off road" does not sync.
SSF556
SE Expedition Society
40K is peanuts in the expedition portal world.
20DYNAMITE07
Just along for the ride
I have a 2015 4Runner which I absolutely adore. You really can't go wrong with it. But I will say, last summer my family and I were out camping and we got caught in a HUGE storm. We ended up breaking camp as our site was flooded out. I mention this because after the lightning stopped and I was out in the rain breaking camp, it sure would have been nice to toss everything into the bed of a truck all hibbity jibbity rather than having to thoughtfully pack everything back up while it was pouring.
Given the choice, I would likely go 4Runner again given my family situation, but I'd be thrilled to have a Taco too. Either is a win.
Given the choice, I would likely go 4Runner again given my family situation, but I'd be thrilled to have a Taco too. Either is a win.
Considering that you can get full-sized pickups for that price, or lower, $40k isn't really peanuts. The pricing on some of these mid-sized pickup's and SUV's has gotten a little out of hand.
OP, 2 questions that you need to ask yourself:
1) Is your priority on carrying gear or carrying people? If gear, go with the Tacoma. If people, go with 4runner. Yes Tacoma has different cab options, but rear seats of a 4runner is the better place to be for long trips.
2) Do you hunt frequently? Fish? Outdoor activities that track in mud/dirt? If so, Tacoma makes more sense as you can just throw all the dirty/smelly stuff in the bed and not worry about it. You can get by with a 4runner, but a truck bed just makes that stuff so much more hassle free IMO.
Also, if you are going with a Tacoma, I would strongly recommend getting a mildly used one (pre-2016) to get a mild discount and get more options with how you modify it (supercharger, more established aftermarket).
SSF556
SE Expedition Society
I am talking about the Expo World...all vehicles...40K gets you in the door but then tires, suspension, interior mods yes there are a lot of vehicles on this site that are north of 40K....have you looked at used prices for your recommendation of pre 2016 Tacoma that does not have a rusted frame? Add a supercharger and money starts to add up.
