The brilliant folks over at ISeeCars.com compiled data over millions of data points, including owners, vehicles in ownership, and timeline between purchases. They officially analyzed over 350,000 used cars from model years 1981-2004 and sold in 2019. The result is a comprehensive list of sweet rides, by model and brand, that people keep the longest. …
You need only look at the burst in Pontiac Aztek interest to see how overlanding has taken off. A desire to go off-road, or at least look like you can, explains SUVs’ strong sales, especially ones like the Toyota 4Runner. But just like in day-to-day scenarios, an SUV isn’t always the best choice. Volkswagen wouldn’t …
If you live in Sweden or in conditions like those in Sweden, then you know about certain wild animals that must be avoided but sometimes can’t be. When a moose crosses your right-of-way you only have two choices. You can hit it which is definitely not recommended under any circumstances. Or, you can swerve to …
SUVs have become what consumers in the market want most, offering space, comfort, and performance. And no different than with any other type of vehicle, owners want reliability and dependability above all else. But how do you know which SUVs are reliable and will stay dependable for the years to come? Luckily, the experts are …
When it comes to reliable off-road SUVs, the Toyota 4Runner has a lot to offer. New or used, the body-on-frame SUV, especially in Toyota TRD Pro trim, can keep up with icons like the Jeep Wrangler and Land Cruiser. However, family trips in the 4Runner can be inconvenienced by the tiny 3rd-row—that is, if it …
As the best-selling midsize SUV in America, the Toyota Highlander has received heaps of praise. It has been rated at the top of its class for reliability, safety, and affordability, and displays consistently high owner satisfaction ratings. With this much good news, it is hard to imagine that the Toyota Highlander could have any issues. …
New or used, the Toyota 4Runner tends to be an amazingly reliable SUV. The SUV’s reputation and off-road capability mean even older models tend to retain their value. However, not every Toyota 4Runner is bullet-proof. The 4th-gen, 2003-2009 models tend to be the most problematic, especially the early ones. Although rust and paint issues are …
It’s hard to find an SUV that has a reputation like the Toyota Land Cruiser. It can off-road like the 4Runner, with luxury like a Range Rover—only it’s way more reliable. And it comes with 3 rows of seats, so the whole family can get in on the experience. Unfortunately, new Land Cruisers start at …
Rallying has created some very cool vehicles. Mitsubishi, Nissan, Mercedes, Fiat, and Lada, have all duked it out in Paris-Dakar. Porsche took its famous 911 sports car rallying and inspired a massive trend. Through the World Rally Championship, Lancia arguably helped create the modern car. And your AWD SUV wouldn’t exist without the Audi Ur-Quattro. …
Currently, Toyota only offers the 4Runner with a V6. But the 4th-gen 2003-2009 Toyota 4Runner also offered a poerful V8 engine. The 4th-gen Toyota 4Runner has had some notable issues, rusting frames being particularly egregious, but the later 2007-2009 models are just as off-road-capable as new 4Runners. YouTube team Throttle House called the 4th-gen 4Runner’s …
Here's a look at the best and worst Toyota Land Cruiser model year vehicles, so potential shoppers know which Land Cruiser to avoid and which to seek out.
Considering that sedans are swiftly being phased out to make room for trucks and SUVs, it’s not surprising that the automakers who aren’t scrapping their car division are getting more notice. Since Toyota and Honda are the two biggest automakers who are hanging in there, it only makes sense that consumers wonder who makes the …
Understatement of the year, but Nissan’s not feeling so hot right now. Beyond the scandals surrounding the former CEO, the automaker’s sales have slumped, and popular models like the Frontier, Pathfinder, and Armada struggle to stay competitive. Even the Titan full-size pickup truck is having a tough time. Nissan’s newest CEO, Makoto Uchida, recently came …
Although the Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner aren’t built on the same platform, the truck and SUV do share a few things. They’re both body-on-frame, with V6s and a reputation for durability and reliability. That’s perhaps due in part to their shared ‘ancestor’, the Toyota Hilux. However, the Tacoma also shares one more thing with the …
The Toyota RAV4 is a compact SUV that lets you seek out adventure every day. Loaded with features including the latest technology, advanced safety, and an efficient engine, the RAV4 is an amazing combination of fun and practicality. When you get behind the wheel of the Toyota RAV4 you can do it with confidence, because …