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Car guys: Should I sell my truck?
Posted on 7/11/25 at 10:41 am
Posted on 7/11/25 at 10:41 am
Through a glitch in the matrix, my paid off 4 year old 4Runner TRD Off Road Premium is worth almost what I paid for it brand new.
Are these 5th Gen 4Runners likely to lose value as the new 6th gen 4Runners prove themselves? Or will they continue to have solid resale despite their very old tech, weak V6 engine, and high fuel consumption?
Mine has low miles and it’s in excellent condition. Nothing is wrong with it except it struggles to pull the trailer. I’m noticing that the interior space is a bit lacking since we’ve had two kids…and I sometimes wish I had a pickup with a bed. But neither of those are things I must address. I could live with it unless we had a third child. Then the car seats would not fit.
I could get a much more powerful GMC Canyon or Ford Ranger with 0 miles and a generous warranty for very close to what this 4Runner is worth but they only have slightly more cabin width and would only be slightly less cramped. I might even be able to score a full sized truck with much more interior space if I’m careful with options (Silverado, Tundra, and F-150 specifically). None of those vehicles are likely as reliable or have as high of resale vehicle as my 4Runner but they are all a better fit for my lifestyle now.
Leaning towards keeping it for as long as it is dependable or if we have another kid. Is this the time to sell or should I continue to drive it until I absolutely can’t fit everyone in it anymore? If the resale was expected to start collapsing soon, maybe I should get a bigger vehicle now instead of later….the idea of a 4 year old truck being worth pretty close to its originally MSRP presents a confusing opportunity to me and I’m not 100% sure what to do.
This doesn’t seem normal. Some kind of Covid related supply issue for vehicles that age I guess.
Are these 5th Gen 4Runners likely to lose value as the new 6th gen 4Runners prove themselves? Or will they continue to have solid resale despite their very old tech, weak V6 engine, and high fuel consumption?
Mine has low miles and it’s in excellent condition. Nothing is wrong with it except it struggles to pull the trailer. I’m noticing that the interior space is a bit lacking since we’ve had two kids…and I sometimes wish I had a pickup with a bed. But neither of those are things I must address. I could live with it unless we had a third child. Then the car seats would not fit.
I could get a much more powerful GMC Canyon or Ford Ranger with 0 miles and a generous warranty for very close to what this 4Runner is worth but they only have slightly more cabin width and would only be slightly less cramped. I might even be able to score a full sized truck with much more interior space if I’m careful with options (Silverado, Tundra, and F-150 specifically). None of those vehicles are likely as reliable or have as high of resale vehicle as my 4Runner but they are all a better fit for my lifestyle now.
Leaning towards keeping it for as long as it is dependable or if we have another kid. Is this the time to sell or should I continue to drive it until I absolutely can’t fit everyone in it anymore? If the resale was expected to start collapsing soon, maybe I should get a bigger vehicle now instead of later….the idea of a 4 year old truck being worth pretty close to its originally MSRP presents a confusing opportunity to me and I’m not 100% sure what to do.
This doesn’t seem normal. Some kind of Covid related supply issue for vehicles that age I guess.
This post was edited on 7/11/25 at 10:57 am
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Posted on 7/11/25 at 10:46 am to dewster
Hold on to it
Posted on 7/11/25 at 11:39 am to dewster
If you don’t plan on getting a bigger boat, I’d keep it.
I think the 5th gens will hold value, possibly appreciate. The 6th gens are getting good initial reviews, but they’re expensive and I just don’t trust the new drivetrains to last. The 5th gen drivetrain is bulletproof.
Regarding space, I have a 2023 Grand Cherokee 2-row, my wife has a 2022 4Runners. We also have two kids. We always take her car on roadtrips despite mine being a better vehicle to drive. The 4Runner has a wider and deeper cargo floor. I also have had multiple full size trucks, and I think the utility of an SUV is better. Having more interior space and covered cargo space is better for me personally. Last benefit of SUV over truck: no one calls me to help them move shite.
If you love your 4Runner but are maybe just getting bored of it, customize it a bit. Small lift, different tires, upgrade the stereo, see what you can retrofit from higher trims, etc.
Edit: and it’s not a COVID supply issue. It’s purely that 4Runners hold value. Even moreso now that the 6th gen is totally different vs the 5th. Off-road purists want the body on frame bulletproof 5th gen and are willing to pay for it.
I think the 5th gens will hold value, possibly appreciate. The 6th gens are getting good initial reviews, but they’re expensive and I just don’t trust the new drivetrains to last. The 5th gen drivetrain is bulletproof.
Regarding space, I have a 2023 Grand Cherokee 2-row, my wife has a 2022 4Runners. We also have two kids. We always take her car on roadtrips despite mine being a better vehicle to drive. The 4Runner has a wider and deeper cargo floor. I also have had multiple full size trucks, and I think the utility of an SUV is better. Having more interior space and covered cargo space is better for me personally. Last benefit of SUV over truck: no one calls me to help them move shite.
If you love your 4Runner but are maybe just getting bored of it, customize it a bit. Small lift, different tires, upgrade the stereo, see what you can retrofit from higher trims, etc.
Edit: and it’s not a COVID supply issue. It’s purely that 4Runners hold value. Even moreso now that the 6th gen is totally different vs the 5th. Off-road purists want the body on frame bulletproof 5th gen and are willing to pay for it.
This post was edited on 7/11/25 at 11:41 am
Posted on 7/11/25 at 11:43 am to jordan21210
Last point: keep the 4Runner and set aside money. When/if you have a 3rd kid you’ll be able to splurge on something bigger with the options you want vs a half ton truck now with options you settled on. 
Posted on 7/11/25 at 1:05 pm to dewster
cars are emotional decisions. If you want something new, get something new.
Posted on 7/11/25 at 1:28 pm to dewster
quote:
Through a glitch in the matrix, my paid off 4 year old 4Runner TRD Off Road Premium is worth almost what I paid for it brand new.
That's pretty unreal, just looked up what these are worth with about 20k miles on it and its $45k-$48k private party in excellent condition...MSRP brand new of mid $40k range
Thats insane
Looks like they have had issues selling the new 4runner, sales numbers way way down compared to normal 4runner sales by month
This post was edited on 7/11/25 at 1:30 pm
Posted on 7/11/25 at 1:51 pm to dewster
Let me guess, a 2020? I traded mine in and got a F150, was in the same exact situation. I don’t regret it but I do miss not having a note.
Also, I have 3 kids and the extra room in the cab is the biggest change.
Also, I have 3 kids and the extra room in the cab is the biggest change.
This post was edited on 7/11/25 at 1:53 pm
Posted on 7/11/25 at 2:02 pm to thunderbird1100
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Looks like they have had issues selling the new 4runner, sales numbers way way down compared to normal 4runner sales by month
New 4Runner hit dealer lots like last month. There were a bunch of delays with production.
Dealer near me had one on the lot and it was gone within 2 or 3 days. Haven’t seen any others come through…and this is a decent sized dealer
Edit: Looks like they have 7 in stock now.
This post was edited on 7/11/25 at 2:04 pm
Posted on 7/11/25 at 2:09 pm to thunderbird1100
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That's pretty unreal, just looked up what these are worth with about 20k miles on it and its $45k-$48k private party in excellent condition...MSRP brand new of mid $40k range
Yeah this is the only reason I am thinking about it. My whole “keep it until it dies” philosophy is flipped on its head if the darn thing held value or even slightly appreciated after 4 years.
Just realized this in the last week and I’m not sure what to do with this information. But I think I could get a new mid sized truck or possibly a fairly stripped down full sized model for not much extra, if any.
I don’t understand how a car would lose almost no value after nearly 5 years.
This post was edited on 7/11/25 at 2:16 pm
Posted on 7/11/25 at 2:10 pm to CalcuttaTigah
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Let me guess, a 2020? I traded mine in and got a F150, was in the same exact situation. I don’t regret it but I do miss not having a note.
2021….I think the first year with CarPlay but I’m not sure about that.
Manual transfer case, naturally aspirated V6. Neither of those are common anymore.
Posted on 7/11/25 at 4:02 pm to dewster
Posted on 7/12/25 at 7:00 am to dewster
quote:
if I’m careful with options (Silverado, Tundra, and F-150 specifically). None of those vehicles are likely as reliable or have as high of resale vehicle as my 4Runner but they are all a better fit for my lifestyle now.
My Tundra has 240k miles and haven’t done a thing to it but brakes, tires, and oil changes.
A Silverado or F150 are piles of shite tho. Keep the 4 runner before buying a money pit.
Posted on 7/12/25 at 9:17 am to dewster
I have a 2020 4Runner. Trade in is pretty close to what I bought it for.
I’ll never sell it or trade it in because I plan to drive it for 300k miles or more.
I’ll never sell it or trade it in because I plan to drive it for 300k miles or more.
Posted on 7/12/25 at 3:29 pm to jordan21210
That 4.0L V6 is one of the most reliable engines. It will keep its value because of that.
Posted on 7/13/25 at 7:46 am to dewster
quote:I'd keep it
paid off
I have a "paid off" 2023 F150 I plan to drive for the next 10 years, I work from home though so it only has 16K miles on it.
Car payments now days are ridiculous, people paying 80-90K for a vehicle and financing it for 72 months.
Buying a new car/truck is a terrible investment
Posted on 7/13/25 at 8:18 am to dewster
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Nothing is wrong with it except it struggles to pull the trailer.
If you have pulled something multiple times over the years and it struggles, you have created problems you aren't aware of, particularly with the transmission. I would see this as an opportunity to get your money back. If you don't, you might find yourself in the near future needing to shell out big bucks for repair on a vehicle you now realize is too small for your family. Upgrade now, and buy a vehicle that is rated for what you are pulling.
Posted on 7/13/25 at 11:59 am to Enadious
I doubt it’s actually struggling. Probably just feels it. That V6 is a dog and mated to a 5 speed.
Posted on 7/13/25 at 8:44 pm to dewster
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I don’t understand how a car would lose almost no value after nearly 5 years.
The car did lose value, but so did our money.
Posted on 7/14/25 at 2:16 pm to dewster
Try to keep it another year or two, it holds its value plus no car note. I have 06 Sequoia thats been paid off for years. Dreading going get a new big SUV.
Posted on 7/14/25 at 2:37 pm to TigerIron
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I don’t understand how a car would lose almost no value after nearly 5 years. The car did lose value, but so did our money.
In the first year or two after Covid, some vehicles, especially trucks, gained value while being used.
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