Shipping my new gx
12-25-18, 06:34 PM
#1
Driver School Candidate
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Shipping my new gx
I owned a 2010 TR4 limited and drove it 200k before selling. That was almost 2 years ago and I have missed it. I have a 2011 gx premium being shipped that has 125k.
What will I’ll I appreciate and what will I miss from the limited 4Runner?
Thanks to anyone who responds
What will I’ll I appreciate and what will I miss from the limited 4Runner?
Thanks to anyone who responds
12-25-18, 06:42 PM
#2
Driver School Candidate
You'll love the V8; it sounds great and has decent power. I cross-shopped 4Runner when I chose my 2012 GX. We liked the interior of the GX much better. It seemed more lux. The tri-zone climate and heated back seats are nice too (if you regularly have rear passengers). Not sure what would be missing. The premium has most all of the toys like crawl control and air suspension doesn't it?
12-25-18, 06:50 PM
#3
Driver School Candidate
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Yes it actually has more off road tech and more interior tech. Not worried other than people saying it’s heavy and tippy. Can’t wait to drive it. It’s old enough I’m going to get it dirty and see how it handles. I’ve got lots of land here in MO to find out.
12-25-18, 07:03 PM
#4
I also had a few 4runners before my GX. The increased weight gives a smoother ride, especially if you put it into the comfort mode. Quieter also, notice it on a long ride. My 4runner didn't have ventilated seats or a heater steering wheel and I like them.
12-26-18, 12:34 AM
#5
Driver
It’s a great truck, I like it more each time I drive it. Own 2011 ultra premium since November of this year.
As for tippy, I drove Ford Expedition for last 5yrs for work, that truck felt tippy and sketchy as hell on turns. The GX imo handles very well, matter of fact took a day trip to Sierra Tahoe today,GX handled great and it hauled ***. I did have to use sport mode though to keep it from upshifting.
Electronic throttle controller makes the car feel more sluggish than it actually is. Few times was messing with cruise controll, when this thing downshifted and accelerated it reminded me of my 2006 Charger Daytona that I’ve sold few months ago.
As for tippy, I drove Ford Expedition for last 5yrs for work, that truck felt tippy and sketchy as hell on turns. The GX imo handles very well, matter of fact took a day trip to Sierra Tahoe today,GX handled great and it hauled ***. I did have to use sport mode though to keep it from upshifting.
Electronic throttle controller makes the car feel more sluggish than it actually is. Few times was messing with cruise controll, when this thing downshifted and accelerated it reminded me of my 2006 Charger Daytona that I’ve sold few months ago.
12-26-18, 04:10 AM
#7
Super Moderator
Agree..KDSS does give you cornering feel a vehicle it’s size shouldn’t have.
Pedal Commander is a viable option if anyone has issues with throttle response. It seems to have somehow tamed my overly aggressive cruise control on the hills where it would drop two gears to maintain speed previously. Seems to be far more linear now. This is like ECO -4.
Pedal Commander is a viable option if anyone has issues with throttle response. It seems to have somehow tamed my overly aggressive cruise control on the hills where it would drop two gears to maintain speed previously. Seems to be far more linear now. This is like ECO -4.
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12-26-18, 01:03 PM
#8
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I also was looking at Limited 4Runners at the same time as the GX. Glad I got the GX since they were running about the same price and the Limited 4Runners are in short supply. I'm very glad I got the GX. The gas mileage is a little better for the 4Runner, but it's recommended that you use premium gas for the GX. It's about 30 cents a gallon more but it's worth it. The only gripe I have is that the GX has 18" wheels compared to the Limited 4Runner's 20's. It's more roomy inside and much more luxury in the GX. I have the Mark Levinson sound system so it really sounds good.
In the end, you will probably forget all about the 4Runner and enjoy your GX.
In the end, you will probably forget all about the 4Runner and enjoy your GX.
12-26-18, 02:26 PM
#9
same wheel base but the gx feels more plush, quieter and slightly less road and engine noise.
by cargo volume, I believe the tr4 has a bit more room but similar overall.
I don't think I can drive the gx like I would drive a tr4 and will be less inclined to push to limits...can't explain why though.
V8 is butter like others have mentioned and while bit thirsty I would gladly trade for the additional horses in the mtn passes fully loaded.
V8 is a pleasure to drive long distances.
Overall for the price difference between the limited tr4 vs the gx premium, I can't think of much you will miss.
by cargo volume, I believe the tr4 has a bit more room but similar overall.
I don't think I can drive the gx like I would drive a tr4 and will be less inclined to push to limits...can't explain why though.
V8 is butter like others have mentioned and while bit thirsty I would gladly trade for the additional horses in the mtn passes fully loaded.
V8 is a pleasure to drive long distances.
Overall for the price difference between the limited tr4 vs the gx premium, I can't think of much you will miss.
12-26-18, 02:37 PM
#10
Super Moderator
Are you going to add crawl control and MTS?
12-26-18, 06:13 PM
#11
Driver School Candidate
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It already has crawl control. Not sure what MTS is but if it was an option in 2011 I think it has it from what I can tell. Someone put F-Sport badges and wheels on it as well. I like the wheels but don't care for the badges.
12-26-18, 06:28 PM
#12
Super Moderator
Sounds like you have one of the rare Premium models with Radar Cruise, Lane Departure, Automatic High Beams, front & side cameras
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gx-...l#post10095162
Some of the variations above were for 10-13... whereas '14+ they put them all on there and just called it Driver Support Package.
Here is thread if you want to install MTS and what it is... ~$135 for the '10-'13 models.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gx-...l-control.html
12-31-18, 09:44 AM
#13
I still own my 2005 4th gen 4Runner Limited - my daughter drives it now (and loves it!). I drove it for about 10 years until I bought my GX. The only thing I miss is the swing up tailgate and the auto rear window. Hard to have 2-3 people standing around the GX tailgate trying to put their stream fishing gear on.
01-02-19, 09:15 AM
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