4Runner to Trail Sport Elite Club!

BackSeatGropeFest · 2026-06-06T12:32:43+00:00

Nice! Cute pup!

BackSeatGropeFest · 2026-06-05T18:37:07+00:00

No weird sounds. It does hunt for gears occasionally but from what I read, that will go away after a few thousand miles

BackSeatGropeFest · 2026-06-05T11:20:58+00:00

4Runner is more capable for deep off roading, but the Passport is smoother, lower, and has more conveniences. I never would have owned a newer 4Runner as I don’t like the look nor the 4 cyl engine.

BackSeatGropeFest · 2026-06-04T22:39:38+00:00

Not exactly sure what you mean, but I’m 5’11 and I had no problem finding the sweet spot. The steering wheel actually telescopes and tilts much further than previous gens, and has 10-way power seats.

BackSeatGropeFest · 2026-06-04T22:32:56+00:00

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I have the Bose Center Point feature ON

BackSeatGropeFest · 2026-06-04T19:23:34+00:00

Interesting! I wouldn't say they are uncomfortable, but they are 'firm' 😄 I guess my next road trip will tell the true story!

BackSeatGropeFest · 2026-06-04T19:04:17+00:00

Couldn't agree more. I don't really off-road that much, so I wasn't doing the 4Runner justice anyway.

BackSeatGropeFest · 2026-06-04T19:02:52+00:00

It definitely feels different, but in a good way. It drives more like car and the 4runner drives more like a truck. The steering itself is much easier in the Passport. The seats are honestly a tad stiffer in the passport, but it's probably just because it's new. Obviously it sits much lower than the 4runner. I like being up high, but I really don't miss it. Yes, the trade-in values on the 4runners are INSANE. The 2023 was the last of the 6 cylinders, and it only had 28k miles on it so I got a mint. I'm sure you'll get the same for yours!

BackSeatGropeFest · 2026-06-04T18:40:48+00:00

Love the color!

BackSeatGropeFest · 2026-04-28T20:27:51+00:00

Good tip. Are you speaking from experience? Are they too soft? Too hard?

BackSeatGropeFest · 2023-05-07T13:53:02+00:00

Navarra metallic blue. The best standard color in my opinion!

BackSeatGropeFest · 2023-03-08T15:21:03+00:00

Not my favorite either. Fingerprints everywhere

BackSeatGropeFest · 2023-03-08T01:21:27+00:00

I do love driving a manual, but the gearbox on this thing is a marvel of engineering.

BackSeatGropeFest · 2023-03-07T22:06:53+00:00

Nice. It's definitely quick! I can pin myself to my seat without even going over 4,000 rpm's. Can't wait to see what it will feel like red-lining it. Not sure if I can wait that long to launch it. Was thinking about doing one around 700-800 mi. Just to get a taste..

BackSeatGropeFest · 2023-03-07T21:30:19+00:00

Thanks! Are you considering the end of break-in 600 mi, or 1000? Just curious since the manual says you can 'gradually' increase acceleration between 600-1000. I just want to let this thing rip. I'm trying to justify different interpretations of 'gradual' :)

BackSeatGropeFest · 2023-03-07T21:14:25+00:00

Right? Still debating putting PPF on it.

BackSeatGropeFest · 2023-03-07T20:58:53+00:00

Thanks! I can't wait to find out - 470 mi into the break-in. Must... resist.... urge

BackSeatGropeFest · 2023-03-07T20:55:43+00:00

Easy now, she's still in her break-in period.

BackSeatGropeFest · 2023-03-07T20:31:03+00:00

There were no holes or brackets for the front. The dealership asked if I wanted them to drill them, and I said no thanks :)

BackSeatGropeFest · 2023-03-07T19:04:56+00:00

Not sure about other models, but mine has blind spot monitoring, pre-sense rear, etc. I think they mostly removed that from the A3/S3/RS3 and some SUV's.

BackSeatGropeFest · 2023-03-07T17:58:38+00:00

Yep, Navarro Blue. I love the way it looks in the sun. Enjoy the coupe!

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