Overview & Reviews

Base models have been dropped, leaving Limited and SR5 trim levels equipped with a standard automatic transmission, Vehicle Skid Control (VSC), traction control and ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and BrakeAssist. All 4Runners have power door locks this year, as well as a prewired trailer hitch harness, a modified grille design and freshened taillights. New wheels for Limited and Sport debut, and a new premium 3-in-1 audio system with a CD changer is available. Revised sun visors with extensions and a HomeLink programmable transmitter come standard on Limited and can be ordered on SR5. Limited also gets a new color of wood trim, and standard front seat heaters. There's bad news for hard-core off-roaders -- the optional differential lock has been discontinued with the demise of the manual transmission. Three new colors replace two old ones on the color chart.

• Great crash-test scores, roomy interior, truck-tough underpinnings, power hatch glass.

• Hard to climb in and out of, dated dashboard design, weak V6 engine, truck-like ride quality and handling.

User Reviews:

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  So Far so good - 2001 Toyota 4Runner
  By killa21 - July 21 - 10:00 am

  I have had it for a year now and I am completely satisfied I invested in such a truck because I havent had any problems so far and I put around 30,000 miles a yr on it so far and its still like new...!!!

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  Wills 4Runner SR5 4wd - 2001 Toyota 4Runner
  By trancebuda - May 27 - 2:00 am

  This is one of the classiest and best packaged SUV and will probably become a classics, like the Mustangs and GTOs, because no companies are making the cool shiny manly chrome bumpers and the tough rugged boxed look yet sleek and stylish body of these 2001- 2002 SR5s.

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  I STILL LOVE THIS CAR! - 2001 Toyota 4Runner
  By SueRad1030 - April 3 - 10:48 pm

  This is the best car I ever had! I gave it to my son. I bought it new when he was 8 and he is now 23. I never imagined I would be able to pass it off to him This SUV still looks great and runs great!!! We had very few problems with this car. I recently bought a 2015 Toyota Camry and hope the Camry can live up to the 4Runner. This car is still running like a champ in 2018; no major problems or repairs ever on this car!

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  I want to keep it forever - 2001 Toyota 4Runner
  By Autumn - October 13 - 4:20 am

  My 2001 4Runner now has 113,000 - unbelievable! It runs great and still in love. Have only had to replace tires and other routine maintenance.

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  BEST OF THE BEST - 2001 Toyota 4Runner
  By ARTHUR - August 1 - 2:00 am

  PURE FUN TO DRIVE. I JUST LOVE DRIVING MY 4RUNNER.

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  The most useful tool Ive ever bought - 2001 Toyota 4Runner
  By kaldingo - July 30 - 10:00 am

  When car shopping, I knew what I wanted. A reliable used truck that looks great, performs well, is safe, large enough to carry 5 people and is fun to modify! In purchasing my 4Runner, I got all of the above and more.

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  Used 4Runner Review - 2001 Toyota 4Runner
  By Douglas Lemmo - July 7 - 2:43 pm

  In the years I have owned it, it has run perfectly. The only parts that have failed have been the 2 oxygen sensors which were expensive to repair. There was one recall in which they replaced front end parts. Gas mileage is consistently at 20 mpg in mixed driving. It has a slightly rough ride which is characteristic of light pickup trucks.

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  The Best! - 2001 Toyota 4Runner
  By mgm - March 23 - 11:40 am

  Like others have already written, this is an unbelievably reliable car that is also great looking and fun! I have over 100,000 miles and have only had to do routine maintenance, tires and a couple of tail lights. I havent even needed to replace the brakes yet. The paint is still beautiful, the ride is still quiet. No rattles, no knocks - nothing. Im tempted to look into a smaller vehicle with better gas mileage, but I cant see giving my 4Runner up!

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  MOST RELIABLE VEHICLE - 2001 Toyota 4Runner
  By doug - December 17 - 9:56 am

  This has been the most reliable vehicle that I have ever owned. Havent had to spend any money, except for oil & filter. The only complaint I have with this vehicle is that the front bucket seats arent very comfortable. The new model 4runner supposedly addressed this problem, but I havent riden in the new 4runner. I doubt if I would buy another 4runner. I love the reality, but I hate the new style! My wife likes the current style, but she is trying to have us buy a new Sequouia(sic). I like the Sequ ok, but I like that the 4runner is built in Japan. Dont say Im not patriotic, I joined the Marines at the height of the Viet Nam War! If the USA ever builds a vehicle with Japanese reliabity

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  Excellent SUV - 2001 Toyota 4Runner
  By 6paul11 - December 5 - 2:02 am

  The 2001 4Runner is an outstanding SUV. Reliable, excellent in bad weather, and built to last through the apocalypse. Ever seen the Top Gear episode with the indestructable Toyota? This is the cousin of the Hilux, the car featured in that show. Nothing can take this beast down. Problems are few and far between. 140,000 miles of service life and many more to go.