These two vehicles don’t really compete for the same demographic! The Bronco is technically in a class shared ONLY with the Wrangler (removable doors and roofs, supreme rock crawling, ridiculous wheel articulation, front and rear lockers with sway bar disconnect, access to a billion aftermarket accessories, etc…). The 4 runner (while trail worthy) is a different animal altogether.
Completely agree, 4Runner is more of an overland vehicle than rock crawling one. And by this I also mean this for LC, Tacoma and Tundra. different than Jeeps and what Bronco appears to be aiming for.
Is this video a joke? Look, I like 4Runner, but this video conveniently leaves out a LOT of things - like mentioning all the trims of the 4Runner, but only speaking to the base model Bronco (which has 8 trims). Or that the ground clearance is higher in the Runner without taking into account the other Bronco models can fit 35s standard (which is amazing by itself), giving it nearly 3 more inches of clearance. The reason Toyota didn't "go after" Ford here is because in anything other than reliability (which is huge), it simply can't. It's long in the tooth and in desperate need for an update.
"intellgent Access and CoPilot 360 aren't standard" Well no, but they're standard on 6 of the 7 trims. The lowest trim is specifically meant to be basic. The second-highest trim is only like $2,000 more than base.
@@ThePrezObozo Well, no one actually needs 35s 😁. But it's a bit of a blanked thing to say that most people get them to show off. As an off-roader, most people I know have them for performance. Some definitely just want the "look." But it's still a great feature - not to mention all the other features that the 4Runner can't match.
I was at a dealership on the outskirts of Houston, TX the same day you wrote this comment. There was an un-used 2021 on the lot, and they just received a shipment of 7 more that they were pulling off the truck while I was there. They are selling fast though. Hoping everything with this chip shortage goes completely back to normal within the next 8 months or so.
@@patrickb-man1309 oh that's cool - I drove by my local dealer yesterday and the only thing they had on the lot were Highlanders - but they have 3 4Runners on the way that have already been sold
You comparing a old out of date Toyota to a new bronco. You’re not even considering the bronco higher trim levels. I’m a Toyota fan, but the bronco definitely wins here
They can always employ either Jeep or Ford for the 2 off-roaders to make a new FJ cruiser…. Just like that BMW Supra and the Subaru GT86 … oh and the Mazda Yaris
What a great way to highlight how much your competitors have moved ahead.. My 2010 4Runner is 98% similar to the 2021 model.. great SUV, but very dated..
That's the point.. Don't fix it if it isn't broken... I'm Japanese.. We value reliability above gimmick face lifts and over complicated unreliability.. I bet 5 year old 4runners will last longer than a new Bronco.. I guarantee
This comparison is more honest than I expected from a car mfr. However several important details were ommited on some of the Bronco information compared. 1) Ground Clearance: the base model has 30" tires and 8.3/8.4" ground clearance. The Big Bend, Black Diamond and Outer banks have 9.3/9.4 ground clearance. The Badlands has a .5" lift and 33" tires for 10.3" ground clearance. The Wild track has a 1" lift and 35" tires for 11.6" ground clearance. Also the Sasquatch pkg can be had on every bronco model which has 11.6" ground clearance, front/rear locking differentials, 35" tires and 1" lift. 2) Transfer case options are part time 4x4 and an Advanced 4x4 full time auto transfer case. The auto has an 4a (AWD) mode for full time use.
As the original owner of a now-20-year-old 4Runner, I can say there is one huge difference: To my knowledge, Ford has never designed and built a vehicle with a trouble-free ownership experience as a priority. Not even close. They've already had something like 6 recalls for the latest Escape (that the smaller Bronco Sport is based on). I have *not* been a fan of Toyota's styling trends for quite a while, but know they jealously guard their reputation for long-term durability/reliability - which should be a primary concern for any off-road vehicle.
I love how Toyota simply compares both vehicles without bashing the other brand, meanwhile Ford "Tacoma doesn't have ...." "Tacoma doesn't have ...." "Tacoma doesn't have ....". Edit: Im referring to the Ford Ranger Commercial from 2020
Toyota conveniently is leaves out certain statistics that make the 4-runner look like an overpriced, outdated and outclassed grocery getter... because it is. You can get over 11" of clearance on the bronco. Also that 4 banger still produces more power on 87 octane than the 17 year old v6 in the mom mobile. It'll probably get better milage too. Toyota has been smelling their own farts for too long. They think their fanboys will gladly pay a huge mark-up without needing to improve on a nearly 2 Decade old design. Judging by these comments, they may be on to something.
@@TheoneandonlyJobis I have an order for the Bronco and trust me when i say I like the Bronco. BUT you need to calm down with the hate on the 4runner. Those fan boys still has lot of money saved up in their bank accounts from not pouring it into the 4runner in repair. Let's see how the new Bronco last without major issues.
As a longtime 4Runner owner (currently over 300k miles) I'm disappointed. Instead of comparing Toyota's dinosaur to the new Bronco, you could be spending your time dragging the 4Runner into the 21st century. It's truly amazing how many people are willing to spend so much money on a vehicle that hasn't actually changed under the hood for decades. Kudos for being able to phone it in for so long. I'll consider coming back to Toyota when the 4Runner is worth the price again.
@@Novembercho24 The badlands trim is specifically designed to make the bronco perform better off road, but you don't call it "the off-road trim" because all trims are off-road trims. The Sasquatch package adds bigger tires and a 1 in lift over the badlands trim, but it's not like the TDR package that is actually intended to be "the off-road package". All broncos are intended for off-road use.
Toyota trying to act like a 3rd option after the bronco then wrangler. Nah man, everyone wants the Bronco now. Update your decade old car and we may start listening again.
My husband and I each own a 4runner!.. I have a TRD Off Road Premium.. He has the latest TRD Pro!.. We live in Northern British Columbia in the mountains, where only reliable vehicles can survive!.. A Bronco would need constant repairs, up here lol... My 4Runner is now 3 years old and never broken.. No Bronco could endure mountain life, and not need regular repairs and regular recoveries lol. Toyota 4Runner will always be my number 1 choice!.. Especially living in such tough small town, mountain terrain!... I look forward to the 6th generation 4Runner, more than a kid waiting for Christmas!
I love my 4R, but the Bronco is a beastly looking truck. Please make the next 4R a little tougher looking. Make a BadSquatch competitor and I will buy it, Toyota.
Toyota 4runner already looks great!.. I have a supercharged 2019 4Runner TRD Off Road Premium that transformed once i put bigger tires on her.. The Bronco is a cube lol with no distinguished design language, like the 4Runner
@@2011blueman uhh how is the 4Runner not an off road vehicle? There’s a video of a stock sr5 doing hells revenge on RU-vid. If that’s not off-road worthy idk what is.
@@toyotausa , how about offering a 4runner with the Option manual transmission + manual 4wd lever , this is the only option I will buy from you guys, because you don’t have it , that’s why I haven’t buy one yet until , you have that option
Toyota has been Jeeps main competitor in the North American market 4x4 world for several years... Of course they are going to dislike a relevant contender lol
4runner's off road capability, towing, more comfortable passengers and cargo area. Oh not to mention resale and superb reliability. 4runner wins and btw I own a 2021 4runner, just traded in a 2019 4runner with 50k miles to take advantage of used car trade in price and because of what I put that 2019 4runner through. Pulling a heavy trailer across desert and up 7500 ft through Ely, NV multiple times without a hiccup. BTW I'm a ford guy that also has an off road lariat f150 and new bronco on order just to take top and doors off, considering jeeps reliability I chose bronco. Let's face it, if it comes down to 1 vehicle should hard times hit the 4runner 4wd is what you want in the driveway whether it's your only horse or the money you'll get back should you need to sell it.
They conveniently left out the fact that you can get the base model with the Sasquatch package, making ground clearance a whopping 11.5 with front and rear lockers and beefy tires. No 4Runner from factory could compete with that off road.
Yeah true.. They also forgot to mention that the Bronco NEEDS the Sasquatch package, just to be off road worthy lol... Toyota was obviously referencing that by saying all 4Runners are part time or full time 4wd making them ready to go off road.. Pay attention!
@@aboutface102 The Bronco isn't off road worthy without the Sasquatch package with GOAT modes etc.. You have to take ALL or nothing.. That was my point.. I havie seen them tested without it.. Pay attention lol
This is embarrassing for Toyota - even using black and white for the Bronco like a bad infomercial. I lost it when they claimed the 4R wins in ground clearance by cherry picking the one bronco trim where that's true and ignoring every other package/trim combo where it's false. Then calling the 4Rs m/s rated all season tires "mud and snow" tires while omitting that 6 out of 7 Bronco tire options are actual ATs and MTs.
Hey Toyota USA, how about getting competitive with the Wrangler and Bronco on technical specs instead of putting out this misleading propaganda ? Give us a real off road capable vehicle, with locking diffs on front and rear, manual transmission options with deep reduction low range, and a spartan interior with rubber mats and drain holes so we can wash the mud or dust out with a hose. Add a high power V-8 and a turbo diesel option and then we will pay attention. Oh, wait, you already have stuff like that - why not bring us some high-spec 70 series rigs like your parent company sells in other countries? I have 5 landcrusers (2 x 40 series and 3 x 70 series) and have owned and enjoyed several Tacomas in the past, and love your products, but I have a new Bronco on order and just bought a Wrangler Rubicon last month instead of a 4-Runner to tide me over till my place in the Bronco line comes up in 2023 or so. Locking front diff and manual transmission drove that decision. I would happily cancel my Bronco order if you can get competitive and offer a US market utility vehicle with with off road features, instead of just plush suburban grocery getters.
Great comparison. Never directly insults or says the competition is worse and just reads off the stats and features. Even included some of the Bronco features the 4R doesn’t have, like removable doors.
The original FJ40 is the only Toyota that would compare to the Bronco. This Toyota add is just a manipulation of wording. The Bronco has more options and the 4Runner is as ancient as the Nissan Pathfinder and as useless as the new Chevy Trailblazer. It's a nice upgrade from the soccer Mom's van, but that's really it. C'mon Toyota, stop being so scared and bring back the FJ40 Land cruiser!
The 4runner is extremely capable you still see the old 1st gen 4runners kicking it with the current gens on the trail. And they still make the successor to 40 series its the 70 series and probably the only reason they don't bring it here is the US continues to impose the chicken tax on foreign light trucks which would have bankrupt the big 3 all over again years ago.
I have a 3rd gen 4runner and I don't know why Toyota put two OBD port on the 3.4L V6 with the ABS controlled by the OBD1 port while the rest of the component is controlled by the OBD2. Love my 4runner but don't know why two diagnoses port. My dad own a 2003 Toyota Tacoma with the same engine without the OBD1 port in the engine bay. Toyota built solid SUV back in 90s especially the Landcruiser and 4Runner with the Rav4 later in 94.
@@moabman6803 actually they’re quit strong, in fact many off-roaders are running 35s on them with front and rear lockers. In fact in many cases they’re stronger than aftermarket.
@@nofyfb123 I've seen guys break Tacoma front cv axles, so I assume people are breaking 4runner front cv axles because they probably use the same front differential and cv joints. The bronco gets bigger cv axles and steering rack if you get the sasquatch package afaik.
Bro they are comparing with Bronco not jeep or landrover , Also after owning a toyota then after 2-3 years you have to sit in a junkyard as ToyJunk will rust and it's suspension will fall off lol
This is the difference in a nutshell. The Toyota is a plastic tin can mom car VS the more refined Ford that can handle off-roading better along with a masculine look.
4Runner has rock solid reliability that is unmatched, it's a proven platform and runs forever with just regular basic maintenance... The Bronco's modular roof isn't insulated from noise or cold, so won't be great for winter and will eventually leak rain, plus the plastic top makes a lot of rattling noise.. Plus you'll be repairing the Bronco lots. 4Runner is the only choice for "everyday vehicle", especially if you travel a lot, but don't want regular repair bills.
@@hotrod7603 Nope. Ford is one of the most Unrealible cars ever. On the other hand, Toyota makes the most reliable cars. 4runner, Camry, Corolla, Sienna, and more.
I understand what Toyota is doing but it’s not the right approach to be honest although the 4 runner is capable it’s not the right vehicle to go against the bronco and not to capability reason it’s due to heritage reason people buy a bronco for emotional reasons because it reminds them of their childhood and it’s retro styled a bit yet modern people buy the wrangler for the same reason and emotional purchase and the heritage of jeep both of these go back further than the Toyota 4 runner Toyota must come correct with a heritage off-roader and there is no other way but the FJ cruiser not land cruiser FJ cruiser. No one is cross shopping the Toyota 4 runner with a bronco they aren’t it’s with the wrangler. The top 3 off roaders driving the charge right now is lander rover defender , bronco , and wrangler.
I’ll stick with my Gen 3 SR5. The 3.4 doesn’t make a lot of power, but the super charger fixes that. And you can find them with front and rear lockers. Or just have it installed. Bring back the FJ Cruiser. That would get my attention.
After watching this, I will get a Wrangler Rubicon or a Bronco… Seriously, look how dated the 4Runner looks. The interior alone looks like a vehicle from the early 2000’s.
Not really comparable vehicles. The bronco is a real off road vehicle and is comparable to the jeep rubicon. The 4Runner doesn't have both front and rear locking differentials, disconnecting sway bar, trail turn assist (i.e. cutting brakes), etc. Really the "off-road" vehicle that is most comparable to the 4Runner right now is the Land Rover Defender, but I doubt you'd want to make a video about the Defender.
Current 4runner is body on frame and DOES have a solid rear axle.. Solid front axle vehicles lack stability on road, and lack comfort on and off road, and only target a tiny niche market of old men that are stuck in the 80s
4runner had a V8 last generation.. Technology is changing now.. V8s aren't as necessary.. That's why the Ford F-150 Raptor now uses a V6... Besides, Toyota puts unrivalled reliability over unnecessary, gas guzzling, unreliable over powered engines
They didn't miss it.. Toyota (and us Japanese, in general) value reliability, over fancy new tech that is just unreliable gimmick.. The 4Runner has no rival in reliability.. Too much fancy tech makes for unreliable vehicles... I can't think of an brand new American vehicle that could last as long as a 5 year old 4Runner.. Honestly... The 4Runner has always been reliability first.. Western vehicles are not reliable because too much new technologies to break.. If it isn't broken, don't fix it.
@@lunamaria1048 you’re totally ignoring the fact that most 4Runner generations last 6 years (and most Toyota models in general) and this one has been around 13 now. So sure a 5 year old one would be great but this car was originally released in 2009 and hasn’t had a major redesign since. Your way over generalizing and exaggerating for your point, which I don’t feel is accurate. Plus there’s a ton of auto makers outside of the US and Japan you could shop for too. That being said, I’d have a Jimny over both if they were sold in the US (to show I have no bias here)
Toyota just should of lead off with there T4R legendary reliability. Comparing anything after that, was just about toying with Ford’s engineering and marketing departments. Like a Cat toying with a mouse.
What 🤦🏻♂️ you cannot compare this two vehicles. How about Toyota stop making the same 20 year old 4Runner and come up with something new. O wait new smaller motor with a turbo and a New color hahaha. Wow
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