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X-REAS suspension necessary for good driving of a 4th generation 4Runner ?

Regarding X-REAS, Toyota makes it a touch complex to acquire the X-REAS feature in other than the Sport version. In the Limited it is an option. We were intending to move into the 4Runner range of car for strength and space and reliability. The basic SR5 was out intent. We don't need the heated leather seats of the Limited or the unsightly hood item and while lettering on the wheels of the Sport. But the basic SR5 does not allow for the X-REAS suspension. I would be happy to pay the extra $450 for it, If it was available for the basic SR5, but it appears to be not available, even as an option for that basic SR5 version of the

4Runner.

Will there be an inadequacy in general driving if one does not have the X-REAS suspension ?

Reply to
Richard
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Reply to
Ray O

Thanks, Ray, I have read what I could find on the X-REAS suspension, and I didnot want to make the previous post too large. But will the standard

4Runner be prone to being top heavy and roll overing in normal driving? Or is this a sport option for those who will doing relatively demanding cornering - perhaps of a sporting or aggressive type nature? The 4th generation has a wheel base that is inherently more stable and stong... might that be sufficient for general safety ?
Reply to
Richard

Think of the X-REAS suspension as a handling enhancement, not a necessity. I recommend that you test drive a vehicle without the X-REAS suspension to see for yourself whether it handles satisfactorily for you.

I know several people without the X-REAS suspension and have never heard them complain about poor handling.

Reply to
Ray O

We've had an '03 SE for 80k miles now, the bigger brakes that come with the package is another attraction.

I find the cornering quite flat with X-REAS, and couldn't imagine this rig without it.

Reply to
Bob H

Thank you to you all.

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Richard

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