I think you just nailed in on the head.... Its probably that it is made in Japan.... Also in my opinion... its because there isnt as much commonality in the parts..... You look at the new Nissan 350Z... its almost 100% Japanese but its price is pretty good for what you get imo because it shares parts with at least 4-5 other Nissan/Infiniti models.... The Runner has fewer common parts to share with.... I guess Toyota is definitely getting its use out of the 4.7V8 though....
btw I wonder if that V8 in the Runner will be built here or in Japan...
One other little reason all SUV prices are so high is because the automakers know theres demand for it and people are willing to pay for it....
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