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2016 Toyota 4Runner

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2016 SR5 4dr 4x2
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Price:   -  From $34,010
2016 SR5 4dr 4x4 Price:   -  From $35,885
2016 SR5 Premium 4dr 4x2 Price:   -  From $36,690
2016 Trail 4dr 4x4 Price:   -  From $36,915
2016 SR5 Premium 4dr 4x4 Price:   -  From $38,565
2016 Trail Premium 4dr 4x4 Price:   -  From $39,595
2016 TRD Pro 4dr 4x4 Price:   -  From $41,850
2016 Limited 4dr 4x2 Price:   -  From $42,325
2016 Limited 4dr 4x4 Price:   -  From $44,360

Overview

The market is brimming with likable five- and seven-passenger crossovers, but only a few midsize SUVs like the Toyota 4Runner. What's the difference? The 4Runner sits atop a truck platform and can easily take you through the deepest snow and potholes on your way to work, or on a true off-road adventure if that's your thing.

What's New for 2016

The 4Runner receives minor equipment upgrades only.

Toyota 4Runner

Choosing Your Toyota 4Runner

Every 4Runner gets a 4-liter V6 with 270 horsepower and a five-speed automatic transmission. Four-wheel drive with low-range gearing is either standard or available on all trim levels. Owing to the 4Runner's truck roots, all examples come with a tow hitch, underbody protective plates, and hill start and descent assists. The third row available on some models boosts seating capacity to seven.

Toyota offers the 4Runner in six trim levels to suit almost every need:

Toyota 4Runner

SR5

Comes smartly equipped with a rearview camera, heated mirrors, a power liftgate window, a windshield wiper de-icer, a power driver seat, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, Bluetooth phone and audio, and an eight-speaker sound system with integrated smartphone apps and satellite radio. Four-wheel drive is optional, as is a third row.

Toyota 4Runner

SR5 Premium

Adds leather-like vinyl upholstery (in place of the SR5's cloth), heated front seats with passenger power, a sunroof, and a navigation system with additional apps and voice-to-text capability.

Toyota 4Runner

Trail

Comes standard with a four-wheel drive system that's specially tuned for off-roading, plus all-terrain tires, mudguards, and body-color exterior trim. The optional Kinetic Suspension System (KDSS) automatically disconnects the stabilizer bars when needed to overcome off-road obstacles like deep ruts and boulders. All other equipment is similar to the SR5 with one exception: the third now is not available.

Toyota 4Runner

Trail Premium

Combines the Trail's off-road features with the extra comforts of the SR5 Premium.

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Limited

Ups the luxury quotient with leather upholstery, a ventilated driver seat, keyless ignition, dual-zone automatic climate control, a 15-speaker JBL audio system with HD radio, and adaptive shock absorbers for a smoother ride. The Limited rolls on 20-inch wheels, and four-wheel drive is optional. The available power-operated running boards are exclusive to this trim level. As with the SR5, you can add a third row for seven-passenger capacity.

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TRD Pro Series

Designed for serious off-roading, the TRD (Toyota Racing Development) comes with a beefier suspension system, high-performance shocks, Nitto Terra Grappler tires, and a thicker front skid plate. Four-wheel drive is of course standard, as are special styling touches throughout. Other equipment is similar to the Premium lines.

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The SR5 and Limited are geared toward active families who want a go-anywhere vehicle with room for everyone. The Trail is the choice for drivers who regularly leave the road for recreation, while the TRD Pro (which is actually a tad more expensive than the Limited) is best suited to dedicated off-road enthusiasts and competitors.

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The 2016 Toyota 4Runner endures as one of the most rugged and off-road-capable body-on-frame midsize SUVs. It remains mostly unchanged, sustaining its duties to serve the dual purposes of a daily driver and occasional trail-going vehicle with seating for up to seven when properly configured. For the 2016 model year, the 4Runner gets an upgraded audio system standard with cell phone navigation integration and a slight bump in towing capacity.

Pricing and Equipment

The 2016 Toyota 4Runner is offered three trim levels starting at $33,510 for the base SR5. Moving up a notch is the 4Runner Trail starting at $36,415, and then the Limited priced from $41,825. The TRD Pro, with its unique style and off-roading prowess, starts at $41,550.

At the top of mainstream 4Runner trims, the Limited adds many creature comforts and styling for an attractive package that competes with many two- and three-row crossovers, such as:

  • 20-inch alloy wheels
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Front and rear parking sensors
  • Chrome-colored body accents and door handles
  • Keyless entry and ignition
  • 15-speaker JBL audio system
  • Leather upholstery

The 2016 Toyota 4Runner in either trim is a rather unique offering in the growing SUV market, being one of the rare body-on-frame offerings in the midsize segment. The 4Runner SR5 and Limited trims offer optional three-row seating raising the total capacity from the standard five to seat seven.

Performance Pros

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The Toyota 4Runner has a 4-liter V6 with 270 horsepower and 278 pound-feet of torque mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. The proven engine and transmission give the 4Runner plenty of low-end grunt to tow up to 5,000 pounds in the SR5 two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive trim, as well as in the Limited trim rear-wheel drive variant.

  • On road, the 4Runner exhibits confident power, with assured and predictable acceleration to 60 mph from a standstill in 7.8 seconds.
  • An available four-wheel-drive system incorporates low-range gearing, locking rear or center differential, crawl control, and selectable terrain modes.

Performance Cons

  • Excessive body roll on the street when taking tight corners or sharp exit ramps at speed.
  • Underwhelming EPA fuel mileage estimates at 17 mpg city and 21 mpg highway for the four-wheel drive models. (17 mpg city/22 mpg highway with rear-wheel drive.)
  • Exceptionally light and artificial steering feel.

Interior Pros

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  • Good fit and finish through clever user of molded plastics throughout the cabin conveying long-lasting durability.
  • Simplistic control layout on the dashboard with user-friendly infotainment tech features.
  • Plentiful seating room up front and in second-row seats.

Interior Cons

  • Unwanted body motions going over bumps are transmitted into the cabin, especially in the Trail and TRD Pro trim variants.
  • Abundant use of hard plastics diminishes perception of quality.
  • Cramped third-row seating, which is best suited to small children.

The Most Pleasant Surprise

The 4Runner has a multi-purpose demeanor -- it excels at going off-road but still proves to be an acceptable vehicle for commutes, family trips, and utilitarian duties.

The Least Pleasant Surprise

With the growing precedence of car-like crossover utility vehicles that get exceptional fuel mileage figures, the 4Runner seems to fall quite short of being economical at the gas pump.

The Bottom Line

In a segment that has switched almost entirely to car-based crossovers, the 2016 Toyota 4Runner endures as a truck-based SUV that delivers off-road ruggedness, utility, versatility, and a history of providing reliable transportation.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
4.0L V-6 / 270 HP / 278 ft.lbs.
Transmission
5-spd sequential shift control auto w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
17 / 22 / 19 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5 / 7
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
4.0L V-6 / 270 HP / 278 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
17 / 22 / 19 Mpg
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Rigid Axle Multi-link
Spare Tire And Wheel
Full-size Steel
Fuel Tank
23.0 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Regular Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$88
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
89.7 Cu.ft. / 88.8 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
97 Cu.ft. / 128 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length
190.2 "
Exterior Width
75.8 "
Exterior Height
71.5 "
Front Headroom
39.3 "
Rear Headroom
38.6 "
Front Legroom
41.7 "
Rear Legroom
32.9 "
Front Shoulder Room
57.8 "
Rear Shoulder Room
57.8 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
4,400 Lbs.
Wheel Base
110 "
Turning Radius
18.7 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
17.0 " Silver Aluminum / 17.0 " Painted Forged Aluminum / 20.0 " Black Aluminum
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone / Clearcoat Monotone With Stripe
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Power Remote Heated
Bumpers
Body-colored With 1 Front Tow Hook(s)
Grille Moldings
With Body-colored Bar / Aluminum
Rear Spoiler
Lip
Exhaust
Stainless Steel / Stainless Steel With Polished Tailpipe Finish / Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5 / 7
Seat Trim
Cloth / Leather
Front Seat Type
Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
(8-way Power)
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Front Armrests
(8-way Power)
Rear Armrests
Center
Rear Seats
40-20-40 Split-bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Siriusxm Am/fm/hd/satellite, Seek-scan
Speakers
8
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror
Day-night / Auto-dimming Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Front And Rear
Tinted Windows
Deep
Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
5
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Driver And Passenger
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
24 Months / 25,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance Months
24 Months / Unlimited Miles
Corrosion Perforation
60 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months
36 Months / 36,000 Miles

Used 2016 Toyota 4Runner for Sale

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SR5
Color: Magnetic Gray Metallic
Price

$25,999

Mileage

77,142 mi

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$27,500

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