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#1 of 8 Trying to decide between 4Runner v. H3 by ojorge Apr 07, 2007 (3:07 pm)
I'm currently considering an 07 4Runner SR5 4x4 V6 w/ leather seats for $27.5K. I'm planning to install an aftermarket Eclipse AVN7000 navigation system with Bluetooth, Sirius and rear camera for an additional $3000. Monthly payment will be $350/month.   The other option is an 07 Hummer H3 black/black with Luxury package and navigation system for $32K. Monthly payment ends up being $440.   I'm pretty torn about the decision. The 4Runner has the V6 while the H3 has a V5. The 4Runner is a better price, but I like the style of the H3 better. What do you guys think? Replies to this message: nedzel (Apr 08, 2007 7:28 am) ojorge (Apr 11, 2007 9:39 pm) chiefjojo (Apr 15, 2007 10:01 pm) foxyesq (May 07, 2007 2:15 pm) carlover20 (Oct 15, 2007 10:16 am)
#2 of 8 Re: Trying to decide between 4Runner v. H3 [ojorge] by nedzel Apr 08, 2007 (7:28 am)
Replying to: ojorge (Apr 07, 2007 3:07 pm) Drive both of them first, if you haven't already. I think you'll find that the H3 is underpowered with the 5-cylinder engine. And it is an inline 5, not a V5, by the way. Neither will get good fuel economy, but the 4Runner will be better than the H3. Replies to this message: ojorge (Apr 11, 2007 9:39 pm) chiefjojo (Apr 15, 2007 10:01 pm)
#3 of 8 Re: Trying to decide between 4Runner v. H3 [nedzel] by ojorge Apr 11, 2007 (9:39 pm)
Replying to: nedzel (Apr 08, 2007 7:28 am) I did find the H3 slightly underpowered with the inline 5. The 4Runner was undoubtedly smoother and a better ride. But I still like the styling of the H3 much more than the boring 4Runner. Replies to this message: chiefjojo (Apr 15, 2007 10:01 pm)
#4 of 8 Re: Trying to decide between 4Runner v. H3 [ojorge] by chiefjojo Apr 15, 2007 (10:01 pm)
Replying to: ojorge (Apr 11, 2007 9:39 pm) The 4R will likely be more reliable with better interior and smoother ride. If super offroad ability and a more unique truck is your thing, get the H3.
#5 of 8 Re: Trying to decide between 4Runner v. H3 [ojorge] by foxyesq May 07, 2007 (2:15 pm)
Replying to: ojorge (Apr 07, 2007 3:07 pm) Do you want to be cool or smart? The 4 Runner has a more solid ride, better resale, more power and a better reliability record. The H3 is a new design and is a Hummer. Also, the rear door on the Hummer opens from the side, not the top like the 4 Runner - - something to think about if you parallel park, tailgate or load the tailgate in the rain (the 4 Runner's will provide some cover for you).
#6 of 8 H3 vs. 4runner by thebluewave May 25, 2007 (11:00 am)
Hummers are more expensive, but in 5 years, 4runners are more expensive, plus more reliable, more powerful (new H3 with v8 will be out soon, though), better fuel economy and more versitile. Seems like there is no choice.
#7 of 8 Re: Trying to decide between 4Runner v. H3 [ojorge] by carlover20 Oct 15, 2007 (10:16 am)
Replying to: ojorge (Apr 07, 2007 3:07 pm) Get the 4Runner!! The Toyota has excellant reliabilty and a very good V-6 engine.
#8 of 8 H3 or Toyota by canyonman Oct 28, 2007 (9:32 am)
Any body can buy a Toyota "cookie cutter"   H3 is all about the off-road statement.

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