Get in-depth info on the 2021 Toyota 4Runner model year including prices, specs, reviews, pictures, safety and reliability ratings.
The 2021 Toyota 4Runner is a decade old, and its pickup-based, body-on-frame architecture is a relic of past SUVs. And yet, its rugged, off-road-ready persona has more appeal than ever, standing in contrast to the car-like crossovers flooding today’s market. Granted, those newer vehicles — including Toyota’s own Highlander as well as the Honda Passport and Chevrolet Blazer — ride and handle better and get far better gas mileage. In comparison, the 4Runner is slow and thirsty.
Consistent with the 2021 4Runner’s mechanical simplicity, all models have a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter V6 that still pairs with a five-speed automatic. Its 270 horses and 278 lb-ft of torque trail most competitors and, unsurprisingly perhaps, this body-on-frame SUV slurps fuel like a full-size rig. EPA estimates are 17 mpg city, 20 mpg highway and 18 mpg combined for the 4x4 . Towing capacity is 5,000 pounds.
For 2021, the 4Runner gains a new Trail Edition that will be limited to 4,000 units. That model is offered in both rear- or four-wheel drive and gets unique 17-inch TRD wheels along with unique badging and black seats highlighted by tan stitching. The off-road-oriented TRD Pro is offered in a new Lunar Rock color and benefits from retuned suspension bits and Nitto Terra Grappler tires. Finally, all 4Runners gain LED headlamps.
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