1990-1998 Toyota 4Runner 2WD 4.0L
Overview The second-generation Toyota 4Runner, introduced for the 1990 model year, marked a significant departure from its predecessor. While the original model was essentially a pickup truck with a removable fiberglass shell, the second generation transitioned into a dedicated SUV body style. This design change provided a more integrated look and improved cabin insulation, though […]
1991-1997 Toyota 4Runner 2WD 4.0L
Overview The second generation of the Toyota 4Runner, produced between 1991 and 1997, marked a transition for the nameplate from a utilitarian, pickup-based utility vehicle to a more refined SUV. While the first generation was essentially a Toyota Pickup with a fiberglass shell, this version featured a dedicated steel body integrated into the chassis. This […]
1999-2011 Toyota 4Runner 2WD 4.0L
Overview The Toyota 4Runner, specifically the models produced between 1999 and 2011, represents a significant era for the nameplate as it transitioned from a rugged, truck-based utility vehicle to a more refined mid-size SUV. During this timeframe, the 4Runner spanned the end of the third generation and the entirety of the fourth generation. The third […]
1999-2004 Toyota 4Runner 2WD 4.0L
Overview The third generation of the Toyota 4Runner, produced for the 1996 through 2002 model years (with some markets extending to 2004), represents a significant departure from the truck-based origins of its predecessor. While the first two generations shared a chassis with the Toyota Pickup, the third generation moved to a platform shared with the […]
2005-2009 Toyota 4Runner 2WD 4.0L
Overview The fourth generation of the Toyota 4Runner, produced for the 2003 through 2009 model years, represented a significant departure from its predecessor in terms of refinement, interior space, and mechanical sophistication. Built on a platform shared with the Lexus GX 470 and the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, this generation moved the 4Runner further into […]
2003-2009 Toyota 4Runner 2WD 4.0L
Overview The fourth generation of the Toyota 4Runner, produced for the 2003 through 2009 model years, represented a significant departure from its predecessor in terms of size, refinement, and mechanical sophistication. Built on a platform shared with the Lexus GX 470 and the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, this generation moved the 4Runner into a more […]
1998 Toyota 4Runner 2WD 4.0L
Overview The 1998 Toyota 4Runner represents the third generation of the nameplate, a period characterized by the transition from a pickup-based utility vehicle to a more refined, dedicated SUV platform. Introduced for the 1996 model year, this generation moved away from the shared chassis of the Toyota Pickup, instead utilizing a dedicated frame shared with […]
1996-1997 Toyota 4Runner 2WD 4.0L
Overview The 1996-1997 Toyota 4Runner represents the start of the third generation of the nameplate, marking a significant departure from the truck-based roots of its predecessor. While earlier models shared a chassis directly with the Toyota Pickup, this generation moved to a dedicated platform that prioritized ride comfort and interior refinement without sacrificing the durability […]
1999-2000 Toyota 4Runner 2WD 4.0L
Overview The 1999-2000 Toyota 4Runner represents the refined peak of the third-generation N180 platform. Introduced for the 1996 model year, this generation marked a departure from the truck-based roots of its predecessor, adopting a more sophisticated chassis design that prioritized ride comfort and handling without sacrificing the durability expected of the Toyota badge. By 1999, […]
2010-2012 Toyota 4Runner 4WD 4.0L
Overview The 2010-2012 Toyota 4Runner represents the start of the fifth generation of the nameplate, introduced to the North American market for the 2010 model year. Moving away from the unibody-adjacent trends seen in other mid-size SUVs, Toyota retained the traditional body-on-frame construction for this generation. This design choice prioritized off-road capability and durability, catering […]
2013-2024 Toyota 4Runner 4WD 4.0L
Overview The fifth generation of the Toyota 4Runner represents a distinct era in the history of body-on-frame sport utility vehicles. Introduced for the 2010 model year and continuing through 2024, this generation maintained a focus on traditional off-road capability, utilizing a rugged truck-based platform shared with the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado. Unlike many competitors that […]
2025 Toyota 4Runner 4WD 4.0L
Overview The 2025 Toyota 4Runner represents the final model year of the fifth generation, a platform that has maintained a consistent presence in the mid-size SUV market since its introduction in 2009. Built on a body-on-frame architecture, the 4Runner is engineered for durability and off-road capability, utilizing a rugged suspension setup that favors trail performance […]
