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#5 of 74 Toyota 4-Runner vs Toyota Highlander by verywell Jun 18, 2001 (1:26 pm)
Re 4-Runner as Highlander, 4-runner will be a truck-like handler and ride but a very serviceable vehicle. I just bought a Highlander and it's great; built on a Lexus RS300 chassis and thus car-like in handling and ride; plenty of power with the 220 HP gun. I, too, found first two dealers I went to wanted $500-1000 over sticker-this about two months after its coming on the market. Took delivery on my Highlander on Memorial Day; found a local dealer who discounted it about $1400 below sticker and gave me nearly $1500 more for my trade that other dealers offered; that way, I came out almost $3000 less than the other deals I looked at. You may have to look around to find it but it's worth the effort and wait.
#6 of 74 If you are going to do some heavy.... by mikenhgolf Jun 24, 2001 (4:05 pm)
off road stuff, then pick the 4Runner. If you are gonna be mostly on cement, but want snow/ice help, go with the Highlander.   If you are gonna have ppl in the back seats, I think HL. The rear of the 4R is most un-comfy!
#7 of 74 4-runner vs. Highlander by pillars Jun 26, 2001 (6:02 pm)
I drove a Highlander about a month ago, fully expecting to like it, based on the reviews. I found the 4 with 2-wheel drive didn't have enough power to handle traffic. Then I tried a 6 with 4-wheel drive. It felt as if the power was constantly shifting (on a straight-away highway) from wheel to wheel, as if they were competing for it. Very unsettling. Not much power.    Had never driven a 4-Runner. Read the reports. Found a clean '97 SR5. Drove it. Loved it. Bought it.   This replaces a 1990 Carry wagon with 165,000 miles in mint condition - not a speck of rust - new brakes, shocks, paint. Mint. In case you know anyone looking.
#8 of 74 4Runner vs Highlander by rodwilliams11 Jul 15, 2001 (11:08 am)
I own a 4Runner and a Lexus RX300. Wife likes the Lexus and I like the 4Runner. I feel too removed from the road in the Lexus, but it is more comfy on trips and much more comfy in the rear. Don't expect to off-road in the Highlander. Not made for that.
#9 of 74 jkk1961 by sjsaz Nov 29, 2001 (3:44 pm)
I test drove both and found that the Highlander has alot more pick-up & more interior room. But wait until Feb 2002 when I believe the new look 4runner should debut
#10 of 74 Toyota 4Runner vs Toyota Highlander by rljslick Nov 29, 2001 (6:13 pm)
I keep hearing that the new 4 Runner will be out in 2003. If Toyota is planning to release a new 4 Runner in a few months someone would have seen one by now.
#11 of 74 2003 4Runner by jf01 Nov 29, 2001 (9:11 pm)
From what I've been able to find, or put together, the next 4Runner will be out for the 2003 model year, which I think means around mid 2002, like with the Highlander. I think that is also why Toyota is pushing the 4Runner and Corolla, because newer versions will be out sometime this year. I don't know why the Tundra is included with these two though.
#12 of 74 2003 4-Runner by rmo Jul 22, 2002 (4:27 pm)
Hope this info will be helpful to everyone out there. The new 2003 4-Runners will be in Dealer showrooms on Oct. 15th 2002. Yes they will be totally redisigned, much larger with a V8 engine and optional third row seat.
#13 of 74 offroading by nippononly Jul 24, 2002 (1:26 pm)
Unless you are offroading or towing on a regular basis, get the highlander - much more comfy ride and more room in the back, not to mention easier on the gas and a few grand cheaper...   ...well, except that right now, 4Runners are being sold $5-8K below sticker, because in two months plus the 2003 will be here, and with the dramatic improvements they are apparently making, no-one will look twice at the 2002 again!
#14 of 74 It depends what you are looking for? by beagles3 Jul 25, 2002 (7:48 am)
These two vehicles are at opposite ends of the spectrum. I personally own a 99 SR5 4X4 4-Runner with 100,000 mi on the odometer. Great vehicle with no problems. But, if you want comfy, go with the Highlander,but, if you don't mind a stiffer ride, I think the 4-Runner is more durable for multiple usage. But, the 4-Runner is definately more $$,so, if that's an issue, buy the Highlander. The 4-Runner rides on a truck frame and the Highlander on a car frame.

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