The 2025 Toyota 4Runner has finally arrived, featuring the best parts from the latest Toyota Tacoma and showcasing distinctive design elements.
The vehicle incorporates design inspirations from the first and second generations in its rear design and shares the TNGA-F production platform with the Tacoma, Land Cruiser, Tundra, and Sequoia models. This means it can be equipped with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, while the base model features the i-FORCE engine available in the SR5, TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, and Limited trims. Meanwhile, the new TRD Pro, Trailhunter, and Platinum trims will be equipped with a 2.4-liter turbocharged engine. Additionally, a FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain is available.
The first engine provides 278 horsepower, while the latter adds an electric motor with 48 horsepower and a 1.87 kWh battery, resulting in a total of 326 horsepower. The vehicle comes with an 8-speed automatic transmission and is capable of tackling slopes of up to 32 degrees with a departure angle of 24 degrees. An optional multi-terrain monitoring screen helps to monitor obstacles ahead.
The vehicle offers options for two-wheel drive, part-time four-wheel drive, and full-time four-wheel drive, with two-wheel drive models equipped with an automatic limited-slip differential. Four-wheel drive models receive that and more, including an electronically controlled two-speed transfer case for high and low speeds. The vehicle features active traction control that automatically brakes wheels that lose traction. In the TRD Off-Road, TRD Pro, and Trailhunter models, an electronic locking rear differential is standard, while hybrid-equipped Limited models come with a central locking differential, standard on Platinum models.
Additionally, the Multi-Terrain Select system now operates in both high and low four-wheel drive modes, and a CRAWL control system has been added, providing low-speed off-road cruise control.
The vehicle features 2.5-inch shock absorbers with remote-mounted rear tanks, an ARB roof rack, and 33-inch Toyo Open Country A/T tires. It also comes with a low-mounted air intake, a classic-style grille, a 20-inch integrated light bar, and LED fog lights. Additionally, there are two 2400-watt AC power outlets.
The higher Platinum trims come with unique black exterior accents, heated second-row seats, a heads-up display, and automatic rain-sensing wipers.
The vehicle is primarily equipped with a new 8-inch touchscreen that supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, but a 14-inch screen is also available, along with a Qi wireless charging pad. It includes a USB-C charging port and a data port next to the infotainment screen, while rear passengers get a pair of their own charging ports. Base models come with a 7-inch display, while higher trims feature a 12.3-inch display. All variants start with keyless entry, but if you want a digital key, you will need to pay for a subscription.
All versions of the vehicle come standard with the Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 safety system, offering a range of driver-assistance systems that enhance driving safety. This new system uses camera and radar inputs for braking and/or gently steering to maintain safe distances from other vehicles, cyclists, or pedestrians. The proactive driving assistant can apply gentle braking at turns. The lane departure alert, dynamic radar cruise control, and lane keeping assistance systems have also been comprehensively improved.
Prices and full details for each model have not yet been announced, but Toyota indicates that the vehicle will be available for sale in the fall.
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