Completely new from the ground up, the 2003 Toyota 4Runner shares almost nothing with last year's model. In spite of that, its basic mission has not changed. The new 4Runner offers serious off-road capability. While other SUVs are becoming more and more like cars, the 4Runner is, as Toyota says, the "real deal." It's loaded with the latest off-road electronic technology. Electronic traction control and Downhill Assist Control improve capability off road, while other features improve comfort and handling on the highway. Yet the new 4Runner is built on a rugged ladder frame and uses a live rear axle, a design considered dated as many SUVs move toward unit-body construction and independent rear suspensions. Toyota felt this design offered better off-road capability. The new 4Runner is much larger and roomier than last year's model and ride quality has been greatly improved. Order the base 4Runner and you have a comfortable, well-equipped, highly capable SUV that can get things done. Order a 4Runner Limited model loaded with leather and it feels like a poor man's Range Rover. Actually, it's more like a poor person's Land Cruiser. A new Toyota V6 delivers more power than last year's engine for exceptionally good acceleration performance. And a V8 is also available for the 4Runner for the first time. The V8, an option for all models, delivers better acceleration than the V6 when fully loaded, but you won't need it unless you plan to do a lot of towing. While the new 4Runner may seem old school to people who want an "on-road" sport-utility, it's the hot ticket for drivers who want genuine off-road capability, but don't want to be punished for it on the way to work every day.
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2003
2003 Toyota 4Runner
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Overview
Specs & Features
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Overall Crash Safety Rating
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Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
4.0L V-6 / 245 HP / 282 ft.lbs.
Transmission
4-spd auto w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
18 / 21 / 19 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 4.0L V-6 / 245 HP / 282 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Rear-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 18 / 21 / 19 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Double Wishbone |
Rear Suspension | Rigid Axle Multi-link |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Steel / Aluminum |
Fuel Tank | 23.0 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $88 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 75.1 Cu.ft. / 72.4 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 103 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 189.0 " |
Exterior Width | 73.8 " |
Exterior Height | 69.1 " / 71.6 " |
Front Headroom | 39.7 " / 38.3 " |
Rear Headroom | 39.1 " / 38.2 " |
Front Legroom | 41.7 " |
Rear Legroom | 34.7 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 58.0 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 57.2 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 4,025 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 110 " |
Turning Radius | 18.3 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 16.0 " Silver Aluminum / 17.0 " / 18.0 " Silver Aluminum |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone / Clearcoat Monotone With Stripe |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Power Remote |
Bumpers | Body-colored With 2 Front Tow Hook(s) / Front Body-colored With 2 Front Tow Hook(s) |
Grille Moldings | Body-colored |
Rear Spoiler | Wing |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel |
Interior Features
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating |
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Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | Seat Mounted |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | Seat Mounted |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 60 Months / 60,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | |
Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months / Unlimited Miles |
Accessories Months | 12 Months / Unlimited Miles |
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