4Runner New To Me and just learning
 

I purchased my first 4Runner this past December and I am still just learning just what a 4Runner is all about. I traded in my 2002 Sequoia Limited for a 2009 4Runner Limited V6 with the multi-mode 4 wheel drive system. This one has the X-Res suspension, Moon Roof, Leather with heated seats but no third row seat. Top of the line JBL System All options except for NAV or DVD, Air Level control, and rear locking differential. In any event I am learning that this is a real rugged truck and the Sequoia while a truck is not as tough or truck like. I traded the Sequoia in because I really did not need to tow camper anymore and I wanted update a few years, downsize and get a few more MPGs. I still wanted a true sport utility and I still to a 6 X 10 Carmate cargo trailer with a single axle with no electric brakes. This all being said I still trying to understand just how the 4Runner should sound and perform. I would say that a 4Runner has real true grit. With the V6 and 5 Speed OD it lugs a bit from 30 - 40 MPH. I was told this is normal and at time I will put it in 4th for around town to avoid the low RPM lug. The low RPMs means better gas mileage. However if you stick your foot into it this thing really hauls but