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The 4runner is bulletproof. I currently have an 06 4runner with 115k miles, only thing I have done is change the oil and replace the brakes. I am planning to trade it in for a Raptor in the next few months, but have gone back and forth between the Raptor and the TRD Pro. I like the new body style of the 4runner, but it is really dated. It essentially has the same drive train as my 06, but I put a new head unit in with apple car play so in that aspect it is a step backwards. My only concern with the Raptor is seeing all the threads on here about the issues people are having, since I plan to keep it for a while. If I were you I would get a Raptor since you already have a TRD Pro, especially if you are only planning to keep for a few years.
I agree, I was just comparing the things I see on this forum to the T4R forum. It definitely seems like there are more threads regarding big issues regarding transmission failures, buybacks, lemon laws, etc. than on the T4R forum. But also agree these issues are not something the majority of Raptor owners experience and there are definitely people who have had issues with their 4runners. No question the Raptor is far superior in terms of technology and performance.You have to take everything with a grain of salt when you come to a car forum. For example. there are guys here that complain about their leaf-spring squeaking when they are running aftermarket leaf-springs. Also, it is human nature that people who have issues complain and folks who never have an issue just don't comment either way, good or bad.
As everyone has said, you cannot compare a toyota TRD pro taco or 4runner to a Raptor. The Raptor is so far ahead in every way. You can't even compare a Tundra Pro or Rebel to a Raptor. The Raptor has no competitors. YES, it is a 70K truck BUT it has very low depreciation simply because there is no alternative.
Don't get me wrong, Toyota makes a good product BUT they are so conservative that their product is JUST BORING.
Ford is very innovative and they push to the F150 wherever they can.
If you make the switch, you will never go back.
I agree, I was just comparing the things I see on this forum to the T4R forum. It definitely seems like there are more threads regarding big issues regarding transmission failures, buybacks, lemon laws, etc. than on the T4R forum. But also agree these issues are not something the majority of Raptor owners experience and there are definitely people who have had issues with their 4runners. No question the Raptor is far superior in terms of technology and performance.
I have been contacting dealers looking for a good deal on a Raptor, so that is the direction I am currently heading. I never believe the rumors until they are confirmed, but may end up just holding out to see if the 2020 does get a facelift and the V8. Will see if some more solid information comes out this spring/summer when I am a little closer to being ready to pull the trigger. https://speedtwitch.com/report-2019-f-150-raptor-to-receive-fords-new-7-0l-dohc-v8-motor/
The grill and headlights are still the same though. The new shocks might be considered mid generation calf implants? lolThe 2019 model got the "facelift" with new shocks.
Will not likely see any major changes/updates until 2021 or more likely 2022.
The 2019 model got the "facelift" with new shocks.
Will not likely see any major changes/updates until 2021 or more likely 2022.
The grill and headlights are still the same though. The new shocks might be considered mid generation calf implants? lol