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2009 Toyota 4Runner consumer reviews

$28,640–$32,930 MSRP range
side view of 2009 4Runner Toyota
(9 reviews)
100% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.3
  • Interior 4.8
  • Performance 4.8
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.4
  • Reliability 4.9
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Most reliable car I've owned

Great car. 185K miles and still running strong! It's a 1998 model and we keep wanting to replace it but it just keeps on running. We change the oil every 5K miles & only synthetic.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Love this Vehicle

I am very happy with the 4runner by Toyota. It has all i needed and wanted plus more. You can't go wrong with this one.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Most Reliable car I've owned

Car is amazing to for comfort, safety and dependability. Great to drive solo or with a car full and secure feeling with grandkids riding along!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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One owner

The interior is very clean. No rips or stains. No odors. AUX connection. Bluetooth handsfree set up. All equipment works. The exterior is in great conditon. Tires have good tread. Clean car inside and out.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Sturdy and Reliable

I nicknamed our 4runner the "Snow Commander" because there were not many road conditions that she couldn't manage. We lived on a steep hill in Maine. I would not hesitate to take her out in blizzard conditions and "plow" my way to work. We bought a new 4runner in 1998 and used 09 in 2012. We were very happy with both. They are pricey, and they are not the most comfortable offroader...but they are rugged and reliable.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Excellent Off Road Vehicle

This is a comfortable, safe and tough car for the kind of driving I do. It is important to me to provide a safe and comfy vehicle for my clients to ride in.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Love my 4Runner

My old 4runner (1995) finally died in 2008. So, I traded it in for a new one. I searched and searched for something different, but these cars are just too well made. I've had my 2009 4runner for a few years now, and I love it. This version is a bit upscale from my old one, which I don't really need or appreciate as much as I think most would. But, the engine is strong & smooth and the ride is solid.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best vehicle

If you are looking for a reliable and stylish SUV 4runner is perfect. This is my second one and I cant imagine driving anything else. It handles great, looks great inside and out.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Bever stops!

Bought it brand new, never a problem. Strong and loyal. Drove it for 62Ks.On snow storms,in the highways was a tiger, surrounded by damaged cars, my 4 Runner kept going and going without a problem. I have 68 miles drive to my work and I live in the Snowbelt zone. Can I get another vehicle to drive me more safely than my Toyota 4 Runner? I don't think so.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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