Our editors agree that if you don’t need off-road capability or towing capacity greater than 3,500 pounds, the 2010 Toyota 4Runner doesn’t have many advantages over the 2010 Ford Edge.
The 4Runner is a traditional SUV built on a truck chassis, giving it high ground clearance and off-road capabilities. The Edge, however, uses a carlike chassis and exhibits some of the associated advantages, including better gas mileage and more passenger room. As for cargo room, the 4Runner has more of it.
Both models call their highest-optioned, and most expensive, trim level the Limited, and they come with V-6 engines only. The Edge is available in front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, while the 4Runner is rear-wheel drive, part-time four-wheel drive or full-time four-wheel drive.
If the Edge sounds more appealing, you may want to wait until this summer, when the redesigned 2011 Edge hits dealerships with its upgraded interior and trick options such as MyFord Touch. The 2010 models can be had on the cheap right now with available cash back up to $4,000 in your area.
For more information on these models, see our expert reviews below.
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