“Toyota has a remarkable heritage of building trucks that have been proven in some of the harshest weather and terrain on the planet, and that’s the expertise that we’ve built into every 4Runner,” said Cyril Dimitris, Vice President, Toyota Canada Inc. “While many other manufacturers have been abandoning their body-on-frame SUV customers, we’re proud of Toyota’s truck heritage – and with models like the 4Runner we’re ready to welcome more Canadian truck fans to the Toyota family.”
As an authentic off-road Sport Utility Vehicle, the 4Runner combines heavy-duty body-on-frame construction with a powerful exterior design – featuring a bold grille, pronounced fender flares, power moonroof, alloy wheels, roof rails and running boards. Other exterior details of note include fog lamps, power adjustable and heated exterior mirrors with integrated signal lamps, and a rear spoiler.
Inside, 4Runner’s power adjustable and heated front seats are accommodating and supportive. Second row 40/20/40 split seats recline up to 16 degrees for optimal comfort and include a one-touch fold-down function for convenient cargo carrying. Select models have space for seven adults, with the addition of split folding third-row seats. In-cabin features common to all models include power door locks, power windows with auto up/down for all windows, a power vertical sliding rear window, rear privacy glass, plenty of in-cabin storage, illuminated vanity mirrors, map lamps and cargo area lamps, rear door courtesy lamp, keyless entry, five 12V auxiliary power outlets and anti-theft system. Drivers will appreciate the leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, multi-information display with steering wheel-mounted controls, trip computer, auto-dimming rearview mirror, Eco Drive Monitor and fuel economy meter, cruise control and integrated garage door opener.
Under the hood, the 4Runner packs a 4.0L V6 that generates 270 peak horsepower and up to 278 lb-ft of torque. This is mated to a five-speed automatic super electronically controlled transmission with overdrive, lockup torque converter and transmission cooler for responsive shifts, confident acceleration, and a fuel efficiency rating of 13.2L / 100KM (city/highway combined). Power is delivered to the road or trail via a one-touch, on-demand 4WD system with active traction control, hill start assist control and downhill assist control. The front independent double-wishbone suspension and four-link rear suspension are both enhanced with stabilizer bars – and a 9.6” ground clearance means it’s easy to roll 4Runner over most obstacles on the trail.
When adventure requires a trailer, all 4Runner models are standard equipped with trailer sway control technology, a tow hitch and 4+7 pin wiring harnesses and rated to haul up to 5,000 lb (2,268 kg).
As a Toyota, the 4Runner also has impressive safety built in. This SUV’s impact-absorbing body efficiently and effectively channels impact energy around and away from the cabin, while a comprehensive collection of safety systems helps prevent or mitigate accidents. These include the Toyota Star Safety System, eight airbags, a tire pressure monitoring system, anchor points for child protection seats, a backup camera, and more.
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