Why this car stands out

This SUV is ideal for adventurers and families seeking a highly capable, reliable, and durable vehicle for both daily driving and off-road excursions, now with improved on-road manners and modern safety features.

Strengths

Improved handling and ride quality compared to previous generations

More powerful and efficient turbocharged engine

Enhanced standard safety tech (Toyota Safety Sense 3.0)

Rugged, body-on-frame construction with strong off-road capability

Tradeoffs

More hard plastics in the cabin on lower trims

Engine sound can be 'agricultural' compared to the outgoing V6

Limited rear seat space and tiny third-row option (if equipped)

Front overlap crash test rated 'Marginal' by IIHS

What you might regret

Those prioritizing a plush, quiet, and spacious rear cabin with top-tier crash test ratings from all agencies, or a more refined engine note, might find the 4Runner SR5 lacking.

Specifications

Body typeSUV

DrivetrainRWD

Fuel typeGas

Horsepower278 hp

MPG (city / hwy / combined)20 / 26 / 22

Cargo space48.4 cu ft

Seating capacity5 passengers

Safety rating4 / 5 NHTSA

Available trims (16)

SR5 RWDSelected

$41,870278 hp

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SR5

$43,870278 hp

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TRD Sport RWD

$48,350278 hp

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Safety & technology

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Estimated ownership costs (5 years)

Total 5-year cost$44,224

DepreciationExcellent

InsuranceAverage

MaintenanceGood

Reliability4.5 / 5

Fuel (est/year)$2,386

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