2004 Toyota 4Runner Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.69/5 Average
370 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

A third-row seat is now optional on SR5 and Limited models. Black running boards are standard on SR5 and Sport models, and the optional navigation system now includes a rearview back-up monitor.

Pros:
  • Powerful engines, well mannered on pavement, rugged off-road capability, comfortable cabin, long list of standard equipment.
Cons:

User Reviews:

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  • my first 4Runner - 2004 Toyota 4Runner
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    WOW... Man this SUV rocks.... i cant tell you how nice this SUV rides.... and the egine.... gobs of power.... if you can afford it go foe the V-8... it makes a world of difference. I got the limited, and it has everything a little boy could want... oh yeah, the stero is great... just needs XM

  • LEMON - 2004 Toyota 4Runner
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    I got a lemon. The exhaust leaked inside the cabin (dealer never able to fix). The electronic stability control system was itself never stably operated (dealer never able to fix). 4wd high didnt always engage (dealer never able to fix). The sunroof would open and close at its own discretion (dealer never able to fix). The fuel cap release latch broke 3 times. The radio petered out, was fixed, reinstalled, and broke again. I wasnt able to drive the vehicle for 2 months of the year I owned it and Toyota would not take it back as a lemon citing Massachusetts loose lemon laws.

  • V8 4X4 Sport - 2004 Toyota 4Runner
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    I love this truck. Ive had it since December 2003. Already replaced the stock dunlop tires. They are terrible. Good for city/highway driving but they had no bite off road or in the snow.

  • best suv - 2004 Toyota 4Runner
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    the toyota 4runner is a great truck its also fun to drive and very reliable the sport edition has a strong v8 engine that produces 245horsepower

  • Worth the Money - 2004 Toyota 4Runner
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    This is a great SUV. It is comfortable, quiet, smooth, and fun to drive. I have owned other SUVs and this is by far the best! Fit and trim is fantastic. Toyota has thought of every thing.

  • Satisfied Overall - 2004 Toyota 4Runner
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    Vehicle feels very well balanced in turns and grades. Overall good quality. I may be somewhat biased because i have owned an 87 runner with over 300,000 miles with only 1 unexpected break down. This 04 runner has enough power for my needs.

  • Dependable & Reliable - 2004 Toyota 4Runner
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    There are only two words for this vehicle. DEPENDABLE. RELIABLE. No other can ever compete with that.

  • Good News/Bad News - 2004 Toyota 4Runner
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    Came to the 4 Runner after 2 Explorers and a Mountaineer. The big difference is the loss of storage space. Whether it is the loss of the room under the back seat for such things as the umbrella or the sunshade, fire extinguisher etc. or that neat place in the floor at the rear for storing the tow hitch and the adapters for towing the space just isnt there. Fuel economy is running at 18 mpg at an average speed of 24 mph. The camera for reversing is a novelty but we preferred the sensor set-up.The choice of colors is very limited and they are all boring. On the plus side the fit/finish are at least on par with Mercedes.

  • Awesome to own, drive and live with! - 2004 Toyota 4Runner
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    The new 4Runner has to be one of the easiest to own vehicles that there is on the market today. You get Toyota quality in and out, marked with a vehicle that is purposeful and stylish. I love the way it looks on the outside, especially the Sport models, the rims and scoop look so much better to me. The interior fits me great, I am 63" and fit no problem, room to haul junk in the back, features and pockets everywhere. The sunroof is quiet, the stereo rocks, the ride is unheard of in an American car or truck, yes, its that good.

  • Tunnel Vision - 2004 Toyota 4Runner
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    The dashboard instrument cluster is like looking into a tunnel and very hard to focus on the dials. The clock is part of th climate control and is very difficult to see in bright light. The back door needs to have a remote latch in the drivers area instead of using your key lock. The mirror needs to have a light, all ladies look for this option. Other than the mentioned deficiencies the truck is great.

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