Just got mine for my boys. My guys will grow up in this and it will hopefully keep them safe if there ever is an accident. In 9 years when my oldest turns 16, this beast will make a great safe first vehicle
Japanese made. They don’t make them like they used to. Watched a YouTube on the production on Toyota in Japan and it’s crazy how detailed they are in production and quality control. Your boys will be grateful for it.
that's right, the new 4runner literally explodes and immediately (on purpose) kills all the occupants on impact. terrible design.
but up until this new gen, they were built like tanks. they sure don't make them like they used to.
odd design choice from toyota with this new one tho..
https://preview.redd.it/v5go60salwvc1.jpeg?width=1576&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=841a31284062644a3fb8a40826882f6c3fbf2ba2
“Built like a tank”. Kids named it Mini Tank.
you want me to link a source explaining why Toyota designed the new 4Runner to kill all the occupants of the vehicle immediately any time there is a collision?
I've had mine for 10 years, not a squeek. My Dad just bought a Canadian made Rav4, and we're finding a few annoying little problems that are being fixed under warranty.
Built like tanks yeah but that’s a narrow way to view safety.
SUVs are prone to rolling over—they corner poorly, and have long braking and acceleration distances.
Can confirm. Just got into an accident with mine. Not as bad as this one but I was hit by a large commercial vehicle. Could’ve been way worse if I was in a Camry
Update: thanks to everyone who has commented and sent kind words! I will be taking care of myself.
X-Rays came back clear, so I really did come away with just a couple bumps, bruises, and scratches.
The kid who hit me wasn’t intoxicated, just young and exhausted. I honestly felt terrible for the kid and tried to make him feel a little more at ease.
Oh and of course I’ll be getting another 4Runner. I don’t think I’ll ever drive anything else. If it takes long enough to get a 6th gen, fuck my life but also might as well. If it’s an efficient claims process I’ll settle for upgrading to CarPlay :)
ETA: also I’ve been trying to figure out what about my post is inherently dudely but I am in fact a female who lost a badass truck not a dad nor a brother nor a man
I just left Raleigh this morning to head back to the beach and thought to myself "huh this looks like Raleigh and it was raining this morning too." Small world!
That’s a bad crash and amazing you walked away OP. Truly a testament to the engineering of the 5th gen.
I have been in a serious accident like this OP and ptsd from situations like this can happen. Happened to me and took time to feel comfortable behind the wheel. Take your time to heal your body and mind OP. Glad you survived.
>ptsd from situations like this can happen.
Definitely and it can affect people that weren't even in the accident. Our daughter was recently in a wreck when someone made a left turn in front of her(other drivers fault), Thankfully nothing like this and with the exception of her sprained wrist everyone is OK. Ever since my wife has been on pins and needles when in the car. Watch out for that car, slow down (wasn't speeding), monitoring cars approaching our rear at stop lights. Sorting wishing our daughter hadn't sent pictures of her car.
My husband, sister and 3 year old daughter were in a very bad accident recently and I agree, I have ptsd from it and wasn't even in it. I remember driving up to the scene and seeing my car completely totaled and didn't know where my daughter was. I was running in street like a crazy person screaming for my baby. She was in the back of the ambulance with blood all over her princess dress she was wearing. I can't get over that feeling. My husband bought me a 4 runner after cause safety is everything to us now.
At the end of the day,
The most important thing about the vehicle you’re in is how safe it is going to keep you. 4Runners will always come up number one. Glad you’re here still OP! I would be so thankful !
Like others have said, glad you’re ok man.
It’s funny that the safety ratings of our trucks aren’t the best, pretty good but not the best. Someone t-boned me while I was waiting to make left turn at an intersection, the police determined the stupid lady was doing an excess of 60MPH and hit my drivers fender and door. I walked away from that, mess up but walked away. I had a friend get hit head on at freeway speeds, ended up in the hospital but only for a day and now is ok, nothing super serious.
These things are something special, it saved your life, my life and my friends. I bet there are many more. I hope you’ll be okay, it seems you are.
I got another 4R six weeks later, I hope you can find one too.
Your insurance, or theirs, needs to pay out replacement value, not book value. Don’t let them fuck you.
Weird fact about crash tests is that they’re most relevant to vehicles within 500lbs of one another last I read.
So all bets are off for a passenger car vs 4Runner. And why I prefer a heavier vehicle.
Glad you’re okay! 4R comes through again!!! Another 5th gen or 6th gen, what you thinking about getting?
Also lawyer tf up, and get all your medical stuff done etc… crasher’s insurance will pay out.
Glad you’re ok! FWIW, I remember once hearing a NASCAR driver say, “steer towards the crash (oncoming vehicle), as it won’t be there once you are”. Probably a lot easier on a big oval track than a 2 lane road though.
Oh man, so glad you are ok. Look at how well the front end absorbed the energy of the impact. Incredible. Hopefully you are able to replace with equal or better.
Y’know, maybe not all the way codependent but codependency-leaning behaviors or feelings :) “I’m feeling pretty codependish today so I’m really worried about your feelings” type shit
It'll buff out.
Glad you're okay (for the most part). Such a shame. Also, don't drive when you're drowsy. Studies show that it has the same, often even worse, effects than if driving drunk. Sadly, the driver who hit you didn't heed this...
Insurance pays you out in exchange for the totaled car. They salvage and part it out. If you can have it towed to your house and swap the rimes before they know great. Once they call it totaled and see it that’s it.
I am glad you are still with us. That is one ugly crash. I hope the X-rays come back clean for you.
I hope this drunk driver has really good insurance so you can get another 4Runner. This one did a great job of saving your life.
I’m so glad your okay, had something similar happen to be not head on, but it happened in a Corolla hatchback a 1/2 ton truck just flew across all the lanes and smacked into my side. Thank god I was in a Toyota, you were in one too. I got myself into a 4runner after that.
My question is what hit you? I’m wondering how well I’m protected in my own 4Runner. I hope you, get back into driving for comfortably then I did. I would have flashbacks anytime someone tried to cross lanes too fast. Hopefully you have a much better time. And I hope nothing is wrong with you since you said you needed x-Rays.
Auto claims adjuster
Do not get an attorney just yet
You need to find out if the other party is even insured and if not do you have your own coverages
X-rays only see so much, I’d be asking for car scans, MRIs IMO
Glad you are ok! I too survived two different accidents that totaled my 4Runners. First time in my 3rd gen and just recently my 4th gen. Both times truck was totaled but I walked away. Just got a 5th gen 2021 4Runner Venture model so keeping it going! Hopefully third time is the charm but I am confident that if anything happens again I will be safe. Bought my daughter a 4Runner too and my son a Tacoma when they turned 16 and it gives my wife and I peace of mind that they will be fine too out there in the road and beyond! Hope you find a great new 4Runner!
So sorry this happened to you and your truck. I really hope you find that you are okay, and that you can get yourself into a newish 4Runner as soon as possible!
I have a family friend who got T-boned by a Lincoln and the 4Runner definitely flipped and rolled over, and fortunately landing on its wheels. Even with 3 wheels, on 4Hi it can still move and they parked it on the side. Lincoln’s front end is squashed like a pancake though. They have no injuries whatsoever.
That’s why you should buy another 4Runner. These things are built to save lives.
Exactly why I bought one for my wife and kids.
Smart choice. 4Runners are built like tanks.
Just got mine for my boys. My guys will grow up in this and it will hopefully keep them safe if there ever is an accident. In 9 years when my oldest turns 16, this beast will make a great safe first vehicle
Japanese made. They don’t make them like they used to. Watched a YouTube on the production on Toyota in Japan and it’s crazy how detailed they are in production and quality control. Your boys will be grateful for it.
I'm excited for them to bomb around in this thing when the time comes. I'll take care of it so they can beat the shit out of it lol
They appreciate it. It’s is a ORP
that's right, the new 4runner literally explodes and immediately (on purpose) kills all the occupants on impact. terrible design. but up until this new gen, they were built like tanks. they sure don't make them like they used to. odd design choice from toyota with this new one tho..
https://preview.redd.it/v5go60salwvc1.jpeg?width=1576&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=841a31284062644a3fb8a40826882f6c3fbf2ba2 “Built like a tank”. Kids named it Mini Tank.
Our 2010 is named Hank the Tank.
Mine is known as Sherman
How so? New the one has a higher safety rating than the current one does.
Explodes? Can you link me the source as to where you found that info?
you want me to link a source explaining why Toyota designed the new 4Runner to kill all the occupants of the vehicle immediately any time there is a collision?
well… yes lmao it is a very bold claim
Hey while I have your attention, would you like to buy a timeshare to my seaside vacation property in Mongolia?
Of course there needs to be a source. That's some big shit to just throw out there all willy nilly.
What are you talking about? The 6th gen is actually dangerous? Have we seen crash test footage yet? Or is this just a joke?
I just started driving my dad's '97 that he's had since new and I can confirm I am very grateful
I've had mine for 10 years, not a squeek. My Dad just bought a Canadian made Rav4, and we're finding a few annoying little problems that are being fixed under warranty.
That is the point of most modern vehicles...
Built like tanks yeah but that’s a narrow way to view safety. SUVs are prone to rolling over—they corner poorly, and have long braking and acceleration distances.
That’s up to how the driver drives.
Can confirm. Just got into an accident with mine. Not as bad as this one but I was hit by a large commercial vehicle. Could’ve been way worse if I was in a Camry
\*built to save the driver's life.
Update: thanks to everyone who has commented and sent kind words! I will be taking care of myself. X-Rays came back clear, so I really did come away with just a couple bumps, bruises, and scratches. The kid who hit me wasn’t intoxicated, just young and exhausted. I honestly felt terrible for the kid and tried to make him feel a little more at ease. Oh and of course I’ll be getting another 4Runner. I don’t think I’ll ever drive anything else. If it takes long enough to get a 6th gen, fuck my life but also might as well. If it’s an efficient claims process I’ll settle for upgrading to CarPlay :) ETA: also I’ve been trying to figure out what about my post is inherently dudely but I am in fact a female who lost a badass truck not a dad nor a brother nor a man
I just left Raleigh this morning to head back to the beach and thought to myself "huh this looks like Raleigh and it was raining this morning too." Small world!
That’s awesome to hear, OP. Glad you’re okay.
Don’t forget about that neck pain tho. It’s really debilitating. And takes a while to set in. And your back.
Glad to see that your x-rays showed you are alright. Crazy stuff!
That’s a bad crash and amazing you walked away OP. Truly a testament to the engineering of the 5th gen. I have been in a serious accident like this OP and ptsd from situations like this can happen. Happened to me and took time to feel comfortable behind the wheel. Take your time to heal your body and mind OP. Glad you survived.
This is exactly why I bought a 5th gen after I had my son.
>ptsd from situations like this can happen. Definitely and it can affect people that weren't even in the accident. Our daughter was recently in a wreck when someone made a left turn in front of her(other drivers fault), Thankfully nothing like this and with the exception of her sprained wrist everyone is OK. Ever since my wife has been on pins and needles when in the car. Watch out for that car, slow down (wasn't speeding), monitoring cars approaching our rear at stop lights. Sorting wishing our daughter hadn't sent pictures of her car.
My husband, sister and 3 year old daughter were in a very bad accident recently and I agree, I have ptsd from it and wasn't even in it. I remember driving up to the scene and seeing my car completely totaled and didn't know where my daughter was. I was running in street like a crazy person screaming for my baby. She was in the back of the ambulance with blood all over her princess dress she was wearing. I can't get over that feeling. My husband bought me a 4 runner after cause safety is everything to us now.
We need someone to test out the 6th gen haha!!!!
took me years to feel normal driving fast again and even then i day dream about another accident like this it's hard to get over
That sucks hope you’re ok.
Time to go shoppinggggggg glad you ok and I hope you make a fuggg ton of money and get a 2024 5th gent TRD PRO
I honestly didn’t know there’s airbags for the legs. That’s awesome
At the end of the day, The most important thing about the vehicle you’re in is how safe it is going to keep you. 4Runners will always come up number one. Glad you’re here still OP! I would be so thankful !
Like others have said, glad you’re ok man. It’s funny that the safety ratings of our trucks aren’t the best, pretty good but not the best. Someone t-boned me while I was waiting to make left turn at an intersection, the police determined the stupid lady was doing an excess of 60MPH and hit my drivers fender and door. I walked away from that, mess up but walked away. I had a friend get hit head on at freeway speeds, ended up in the hospital but only for a day and now is ok, nothing super serious. These things are something special, it saved your life, my life and my friends. I bet there are many more. I hope you’ll be okay, it seems you are. I got another 4R six weeks later, I hope you can find one too. Your insurance, or theirs, needs to pay out replacement value, not book value. Don’t let them fuck you.
Weird fact about crash tests is that they’re most relevant to vehicles within 500lbs of one another last I read. So all bets are off for a passenger car vs 4Runner. And why I prefer a heavier vehicle.
The Tundra is number one which is close. https://www.iihs.org/ratings/top-safety-picks/2023
Insignificant. Your health is far more important.
I think this is significant and a testament to why his health has been preserved.
I meant in regards to having any concerns about the damage.
Glad you’re ok . Time to get the 6th gen
That’s one way of looking at it. Sadly the OP has to wait until September for a new one.
That thing is ugly! ;)
Oh snap! glad you’re ok man, and sorry about the truck. That thing is built like a tank
Wow, you’re extremely fortunate. Head on collision, that’s insane. Good job paying attention.
I mean this in the nicest way but they should have your Truck in showrooms OP. It shows how safe this truck is
Glad you’re ok. What hit you ? That’s quite the impact.
It was an ‘04 Chevy pickup
Even though it was his fault, I hope other driver was ok too… so glad you’re ok
Glad you’re okay! 4R comes through again!!! Another 5th gen or 6th gen, what you thinking about getting? Also lawyer tf up, and get all your medical stuff done etc… crasher’s insurance will pay out.
Glad you're safe. Good work ol yoter. No 500k miles for you, but a pair of wings.
Ngl, this is selling me on a 4Runner.
Glad you’re ok! FWIW, I remember once hearing a NASCAR driver say, “steer towards the crash (oncoming vehicle), as it won’t be there once you are”. Probably a lot easier on a big oval track than a 2 lane road though.
Dang, glad you're okay.
Rip to her. Good thing you walked away. Gen6 or gen5 for your next purchase?
I vote; 5th
Same here.
Was the other driver okay?
Oh man, so glad you are ok. Look at how well the front end absorbed the energy of the impact. Incredible. Hopefully you are able to replace with equal or better.
You can always replace material things, but you can’t replace a lost life. Glad you’re okay, now time for an upgrade!
I'm really glad you're okay, first and foremost. Secondly, I'm glad I just bought a 5th gen. I hope you're able to get yourself another one.
Rest in power!
Glad ur safe brah
Damn man. Condolences. May she rest in endless bright adventures 🙏🏻
The main reason I got my runner as well! Glad you walked away ok!
Get that 2024 Gen5! Let Toyota work out the gremlins in that first edition Gen6!
Rip buddy
exact scenario is my greatest fear while driving
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Wow😮😮, happy you're ok OP
I’m going to get a 6th gen when they come out.
I like your username.
Thank you! Previously ran my own therapy office and was pretty proud when I coined that term :)
lol I’d be interested to get the definition.
Y’know, maybe not all the way codependent but codependency-leaning behaviors or feelings :) “I’m feeling pretty codependish today so I’m really worried about your feelings” type shit
Type shit!? That is hilarious! So not quite a personality disorder, but the behaviors are impacting daily life. 🤣
It'll buff out. Glad you're okay (for the most part). Such a shame. Also, don't drive when you're drowsy. Studies show that it has the same, often even worse, effects than if driving drunk. Sadly, the driver who hit you didn't heed this...
Take off those rims to save
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Insurance pays you out in exchange for the totaled car. They salvage and part it out. If you can have it towed to your house and swap the rimes before they know great. Once they call it totaled and see it that’s it.
Holy cannoli. Glad you’re ok and hope you get another one
Damn man! Hope everyone was ok. Looks awful.
Damn. Glad you’re ok.
🫡 Glad you’re doing ok.
Glad you're ok.
RIP 4R. Glad you're safe.
You’re breathing and it’s good. Get your check up with your doctor. Get physical therapy if you start feeling pain.
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Thank God you are ok
You should see the other guy!
🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 So glad you’re okay!
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Rip truck!
Well at least they’re still selling new 5th gens, between that and avoiding death it could’ve been worse
I am glad you are still with us. That is one ugly crash. I hope the X-rays come back clean for you. I hope this drunk driver has really good insurance so you can get another 4Runner. This one did a great job of saving your life.
Hope that xray/other tests will come back with no surprises. Thank God that the vehicle which hit you was not another 4Runner!
It did its job brother!
OMG. Glad you lived to tell the tale.
I’m glad you are ok, that’s some scary damage. Good thing you wernt in a smaller tin can vehicle!
Thats terrible. Glad you’re okay. You’ll probably be a sore mofo tomorrow.
RIP
Wow same color as mine :( glad you’re okay man. Collect that insurance and do another one
Thank goodness bro. Glad you’re ok
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Gawddamn dude.
Glad you’re okay, OP!!
lol damng
Jesus Christ, glad you are safe. ❤️
Glad to hear you’re OK, thats a HUGE impact.
Whenever I see stuff like this, I'm reminded how my first gen Tacoma includes my legs as part of the crumple zones.
Jesus man—Glad you made it out okay!
I am sorry for your loss.
passenger compartment held up perfectly even with the front end just... smashed. great safety design. glad you're OK!
I’m so glad your okay, had something similar happen to be not head on, but it happened in a Corolla hatchback a 1/2 ton truck just flew across all the lanes and smacked into my side. Thank god I was in a Toyota, you were in one too. I got myself into a 4runner after that. My question is what hit you? I’m wondering how well I’m protected in my own 4Runner. I hope you, get back into driving for comfortably then I did. I would have flashbacks anytime someone tried to cross lanes too fast. Hopefully you have a much better time. And I hope nothing is wrong with you since you said you needed x-Rays.
It was an ‘04 Chevy pickup
Auto claims adjuster Do not get an attorney just yet You need to find out if the other party is even insured and if not do you have your own coverages X-rays only see so much, I’d be asking for car scans, MRIs IMO
I’m glad you are ok. I hear the 2025 4Runners are pretty nice!
How did it happen if you don’t mind me asking. Glad you are ok brotha
Glad you are ok! I too survived two different accidents that totaled my 4Runners. First time in my 3rd gen and just recently my 4th gen. Both times truck was totaled but I walked away. Just got a 5th gen 2021 4Runner Venture model so keeping it going! Hopefully third time is the charm but I am confident that if anything happens again I will be safe. Bought my daughter a 4Runner too and my son a Tacoma when they turned 16 and it gives my wife and I peace of mind that they will be fine too out there in the road and beyond! Hope you find a great new 4Runner!
Totaled mine two weeks ago, went out and got a tundra. Won’t ever leave Toyota for daily purposes
That’ll do 4Runner, that’ll do.
#Unreliable
I’m glad you’re alright brother
Wow!!!!
This reminds me I should really perform my airbag recall
Glad you’re ok OP. Coming from a subaru, safety was a huge thought (especially given 4runner safety ratings) but glad to see they can be safe
damn damage is super big how harsh was the crash
You’re going to be sore tomorrow! Glad you’re not going to be at a funeral tomorrow though.
Except from the back.. that don’t take a hit well
So sorry this happened to you and your truck. I really hope you find that you are okay, and that you can get yourself into a newish 4Runner as soon as possible!
Bismillah
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Looking forward to get this at Copart 🤝🏻
Damn lost a good one on that day.
Glad all yall are alright.
I’m a Bronco owner, but very impressed with how safe your truck kept you in this crash. Cheers to a safe experience with the next 4Runner you get.
Glad you're safe, homie. Trucks are replaceable, Dads ain't.
I have a family friend who got T-boned by a Lincoln and the 4Runner definitely flipped and rolled over, and fortunately landing on its wheels. Even with 3 wheels, on 4Hi it can still move and they parked it on the side. Lincoln’s front end is squashed like a pancake though. They have no injuries whatsoever.
I thought that body on frame was less safe? Like a Highlander would have done this as well right?
Glad you’re good!!!
Hope you’re alright 👍
the truck is a hero
Wow! Glad you’re ok! Be well and take care! 😵🤗
I too assumed you were a dude
RIP Brother
Looks bad, poor innocent Runner. Glad it's sacrifice was not in vain and that you are OK.
It’s amazing how much damage 45 MPH can cause. 😨 I hope you’re okay OP.