Which year to buy
Bar height: serious owner complaints to NHTSA for that year per car on the road, against this model's usual year.
2014GOOD BUYSerious complaints 1.2× usual, mostly structure and air bags Extended coverage
44 serious complaints of 77, the most about structure (8) and air bags (8); per car on the road, 1.2× this model's usual year. 7 recalls. NHTSA investigation EA21002: desiccated air bag inflator rupture.
What owners report
“Greatly reduced safety in frontal impact during an accident due to corroded frame components caused by factory installed foam pieces that retain rain water. This problem has been noticed, personally by me, on multiple toyota 4runners of model years 2014-2016 so far.”
An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the structure, Nov 2020
Fixes and extended coverage
- Extended coverage These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the vehicle manufacturing process, may experience paint peeling on exterior metal body panels. Toyota is providing coverage for repairs related to the condition described above. (ZKG Region, Aug 2019)
- Extended coverage On July 30, 2018, a settlement of claims for Economic Loss related to Takata airbag inflators was approved for full implementation. The settlement includes Toyota's agreement to provide a Customer Support Program (?CSP?) for 2002-2019 model year (MY) vehicles originally equipped with certain… (22TE04, Jul 2022)
- Extended coverage Repair is Now Available Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint. (Customer, Dec 2019)
- Extended coverage Repair Process: Customer Support Program ZKG ? (ZKG Paint, Dec 2019)
- Extended coverage CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM ZKG Multiple Models and Model Years Vehicles Painted with Blizzard Pearl (070) or Super White (040) Paint Color Coverage for Peeling of Factory-Applied Paint (ZKG Customer, Oct 2021)
- Extended coverage Customer Support Program ZKG ? (Z3G, Nov 2022)
From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.
77 owner complaints · 7 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 18–19 mpg · NHTSA: 4 of 5 stars · 2014 trims and features
Every 4Runner year's verdict →
Verdicts computed from NHTSA owner complaints, defect investigations and recalls. Cars on the road from New York State registrations. (How we judge.) Data checked 2026-10-06.
Trims and features
What changed for 2014
- Starting prices: −$1,430 (1 trim; hover for each)
- New trim: SR5 Premium
- New trim: Trail Premium
- Max towing: 5,000 lb → 4,700 lb (Trail, SR5, Limited)
- Fuel economy (combined): 18 mpg → 19 mpg (SR5, Limited)
- Ground clearance: 9.6 in → 9 in (SR5, Limited)
- Curb weight: 4,675 lb → 4,400 lb (SR5)
- Curb weight: 4,805 lb → 4,525 lb (Limited)
- Speakers: 8 → 15 (Limited)
2014 4Runner trims
| Limited | SR5 | SR5 Premium | Trail | Trail Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||||
| Starting MSRP | — | — | — | $35,725 | $38,645 |
| Powertrain | |||||
| Horsepower | 270 hp | 270 hp | 270 hp | 270 hp | 270 hp |
| Torque | 278 lb-ft | 278 lb-ft | 278 lb-ft | 278 lb-ft | 278 lb-ft |
| Transmission | ECT-i | ECT-i | ECT-i | ECT-i | ECT-i |
| Gears | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | 2WD 5 / 2WD 7 / 4WD 5 / 4WD 7 | 2WD 5 / 2WD 7 / 4WD 5 / 4WD 7 | 2WD 5 / 2WD 7 / 4WD 5 / 4WD 7 | 4wd | 4wd |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 2WD 5: 19 mpg 4WD 5: 18 mpg 4WD 7: 18 mpg | 2WD 5: 19 mpg 4WD 5: 18 mpg 4WD 7: 18 mpg | 2WD 5: 19 mpg 4WD 5: 18 mpg 4WD 7: 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg |
| Size and capability | |||||
| Seats | 2WD 5: 5 2WD 7: 7 4WD 7: 7 | 2WD 5: 5 2WD 7: 7 4WD 7: 7 | 2WD 5: 5 2WD 7: 7 4WD 7: 7 | 5 | 5 |
| Max towing | 4,700 lb | 4,700 lb | 4,700 lb | 4,700 lb | 4,700 lb |
| Cargo behind last row | 2WD 5: 47.2 cu ft 2WD 7: 9 cu ft 4WD 7: 9 cu ft | 2WD 5: 47.2 cu ft 2WD 7: 9 cu ft 4WD 7: 9 cu ft | 2WD 5: 47.2 cu ft 2WD 7: 9 cu ft 4WD 7: 9 cu ft | 47.2 cu ft + option | 47.2 cu ft + option |
| Max cargo | 2WD 5: 89.7 cu ft 2WD 7: 88.8 cu ft 4WD 7: 88.8 cu ft | 2WD 5: 89.7 cu ft 2WD 7: 88.8 cu ft 4WD 7: 88.8 cu ft | 2WD 5: 89.7 cu ft 2WD 7: 88.8 cu ft 4WD 7: 88.8 cu ft | 89.7 cu ft + option | 89.7 cu ft + option |
| Third-row legroom | 2WD 5: — 2WD 7: 29.3 in 4WD 7: 29.3 in | 2WD 5: — 2WD 7: 29.3 in 4WD 7: 29.3 in | 2WD 5: — 2WD 7: 29.3 in 4WD 7: 29.3 in | — | — |
| Ground clearance | 2WD 5: 9 in 4WD 5: 9.6 in 4WD 7: 9.6 in | 2WD 5: 9 in 4WD 5: 9.6 in 4WD 7: 9.6 in | 2WD 5: 9 in 4WD 5: 9.6 in 4WD 7: 9.6 in | 9.6 in | 9.6 in |
| Length | 189.9 in | 189.9 in | 189.9 in | 189.9 in | 189.9 in |
| Curb weight | 2WD 5: 4,525 lb 4WD 5: 4,805 lb 4WD 7: 4,805 lb | 2WD 5: 4,400 lb 4WD 5: 4,675 lb 4WD 7: 4,675 lb | 2WD 5: 4,400 lb 4WD 5: 4,675 lb 4WD 7: 4,675 lb | 4,750 lb | 4,750 lb |
| Tech | |||||
| Touchscreen | 6.1 in | 6.1 in | 6.1 in | 6.1 in | 6.1 in |
| Apple CarPlay | — | Optional | — | Optional | — |
| Android Auto | — | Optional | — | Optional | — |
| Audio | JBL | — | — | — | — |
| Speakers | 15 | Optional | 6 | Optional | 6 |
| Driver assistance | |||||
| Parking sensors | Front, Rear | — | — | — | — |
| Comfort | |||||
| Seats | Leather | Cloth | Synthetic Leather | Cloth | Synthetic Leather |
| Heated seats | Front | — | Front | — | Front |
| Ventilated seats | Front | — | — | — | — |
| Driver seat memory | Driver Seat | — | — | — | — |
| Climate zones | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Second row | Split Bench | — | — | — | — |
| Exterior | |||||
| Sunroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | — | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | — | Tilt/Slide Moonroof |
| Wheels | 20 in | 17 in | 17 in | 17 in | 17 in |
Packages and options (30)
| Limited | SR5 | SR5 Premium | Trail | Trail Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entune App Suite | Standard | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) | — | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| 50/50 split-fold third-row seat | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Full-time 4WD with Active Traction Control (A-TRAC) and Torsen limited-slip center differential | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Leather-Trimmed 50/50 Split Fold-Flat Third-Row Seat | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Part-time 4WD | — | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| SofTex-Trimmed Third-Row Seat | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| Automatic Running Boards $1,500 | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Rigid Running Boards $345 | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sliding Rear Cargo Deck with Under-Floor Storage Compartment | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Entune Premium Audio with Navigation and App Suite | — | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Downhill Assist Control (DAC) | — | — | — | Standard | Standard |
| Safety Connect subscription | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| SiriusXM Radio subscription | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Attitude Black Metallic | Optional | — | Optional | — | Optional |
| Barcelona Red Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Blizzard Pearl | Optional | — | Optional | — | Optional |
| Classic Silver Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Magnetic Gray Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Nautical Blue Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Super White | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Fabric | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Black Leather | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Black SofTex | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Graphite | — | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Redwood Leather | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Sand Beige Fabric | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Sand Beige Leather | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Sand Beige SofTex | — | — | Optional | — | — |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Year by year
| Year | Engines | Drive | Fuel economy | Crash rating | Recalls | Owner complaints | Most-reported problem | CarPlay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 275–278 hp 2.4L 4-cyl turbo hybrid, 275–278 hp | 4WD, RWD | 21–23 mpg | 4 of 5 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| 2025 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 275–278 hp 2.4L 4-cyl turbo hybrid, 275–278 hp | 4WD, RWD | 21–23 mpg | 4 of 5 | 1 | 60 | Service brakes (22) | Yes |
| 2024 | 4.0L 6-cyl, 270 hp | 4WD, AWD, RWD | 17 mpg | 4 of 5 | 1 | 9 | Structure (3) | Yes |
| 2023 | 4.0L 6-cyl, 270 hp | 4WD, AWD, RWD | 17 mpg | 4 of 5 | 1 | 32 | Unknown or other (12) | Yes |
| 2022 | 4.0L 6-cyl, 270 hp | 4WD, AWD, RWD | 17 mpg | 4 of 5 | 3 | 39 | Unknown or other (7) | Yes |
| 2021 | 4.0L 6-cyl, 270 hp | 4WD, AWD, RWD | 17 mpg | 4 of 5 | 1 | 36 | Steering (13) | Yes |
| 2020 | 4.0L 6-cyl, 270 hp | 4WD, AWD, RWD | 17 mpg | 4 of 5 | 1 | 33 | Unknown or other (8) | Yes |
| 2019 | 4.0L 6-cyl, 270 hp | 4WD, AWD, RWD | 18 mpg | 4 of 5 | 4 | 65 | Unknown or other (12) | No |
| 2018 | 4.0L 6-cyl, 270 hp | 4WD, AWD, RWD | 18 mpg | 4 of 5 | 5 | 58 | Steering (11) | No |
| 2017 | 4.0L 6-cyl, 270 hp | 4WD, AWD, RWD | 18 mpg | 4 of 5 | 5 | 36 | Unknown or other (14) | No |
| 2016 | 4.0L 6-cyl, 270 hp | 4WD, AWD, RWD | 18–19 mpg | 4 of 5 | 8 | 79 | Electrical system (18) | No |
| 2015 | 4.0L 6-cyl, 270 hp | 4WD, AWD, RWD | 18–19 mpg | 4 of 5 | 9 | 85 | Air bags (17) | No |
| 2014 | 4.0L 6-cyl, 270 hp | 4WD, AWD, RWD | 18–19 mpg | 4 of 5 | 7 | 77 | Electrical system (24) | No |
| 2013 | 4.0L 6-cyl, 270 hp | 4WD, AWD, RWD | 18–19 mpg | 4 of 5 | 6 | 36 | Unknown or other (10) | No |
| 2012 | 4.0L 6-cyl, 270 hp | 4WD, RWD | 19 mpg | 4 of 5 | 8 | 96 | Air bags (70) | No |
| 2011 | 2.7L 4-cyl 4.0L 6-cyl, 270 hp | 4WD, RWD | 19 mpg | Not rated | 10 | 163 | Air bags (112) | No |
| 2010 | 2.7L 4-cyl 4.0L 6-cyl, 270 hp | 4WD, RWD | 19–20 mpg | Not rated | 12 | 145 | Air bags (92) | No |
Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA, counted as filed: older years have had longer to collect them and sales aren't adjusted for, so see Which year to buy for a fair comparison. Most-reported problem: the component named in the most complaints that year. Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.
Which years have…
Apple lists CarPlay for: 4Runner 2020–2025 (Apple).
Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | TOYOTA 4RUNNER HYBRID SUV HEV AWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | TOYOTA 4RUNNER HYBRID SUV HEV 4WD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | TOYOTA 4RUNNER SUV N/A AWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | TOYOTA 4RUNNER SUV N/A 4WD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | TOYOTA 4RUNNER SUV N/A RWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | Toyota 4Runner SUV AWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 58 |
| 2025 | Toyota 4Runner SUV 4WD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 58 |
| 2025 | Toyota 4Runner SUV RWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 58 |
| 2025 | Toyota 4Runner Hybrid SUV AWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 | Toyota 4Runner Hybrid SUV 4WD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 | Toyota 4Runner Hybrid SUV RWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 2 |
| 2024 | Toyota 4RUNNER SUV 4WD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 9 |
| 2024 | Toyota 4RUNNER SUV 2WD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 9 |
| 2023 | Toyota 4RUNNER SUV AWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 32 |
| 2023 | Toyota 4RUNNER SUV 2WD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 32 |
| 2022 | Toyota 4RUNNER SUV AWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 39 |
| 2022 | Toyota 4RUNNER SUV 2WD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 39 |
| 2021 | Toyota 4RUNNER SUV AWD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 36 |
| 2021 | Toyota 4RUNNER SUV 2WD | 4 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 36 |
| 2020 | Toyota 4RUNNER SUV 2WD | 4 | No | Standard | 1 | 33 |
| 2020 | Toyota 4RUNNER SUV AWD | 4 | No | Standard | 1 | 33 |
| 2019 | Toyota 4Runner SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 4 | 65 |
| 2019 | Toyota 4Runner SUV 2WD | 4 | No | No | 4 | 65 |
| 2018 | Toyota 4Runner SUV 2WD | 4 | No | No | 5 | 58 |
| 2018 | Toyota 4Runner SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 5 | 58 |
| 2017 | Toyota 4Runner SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 5 | 36 |
| 2017 | Toyota 4Runner SUV 2WD | 4 | No | No | 5 | 36 |
| 2016 | Toyota 4Runner SUV 2WD | 4 | No | No | 8 | 79 |
| 2016 | Toyota 4Runner SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 8 | 79 |
| 2015 | Toyota 4Runner SUV 2WD | 4 | No | No | 9 | 85 |
| 2015 | Toyota 4Runner SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 9 | 85 |
| 2014 | Toyota 4Runner SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 7 | 77 |
| 2014 | Toyota 4Runner SUV FWD | 4 | No | No | 7 | 77 |
| 2013 | Toyota 4Runner SUV 2WD | 4 | No | No | 6 | 36 |
| 2013 | Toyota 4Runner SUV 4WD | 4 | No | No | 6 | 36 |
| 2012 | Toyota 4Runner SUV 2WD | 4 | No | No | 8 | 96 |
| 2012 | Toyota 4Runner SUV AWD | 4 | No | No | 8 | 96 |
| 2011 | Toyota 4runner SUV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 10 | 163 |
| 2011 | Toyota 4runner SUV RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 10 | 163 |
| 2010 | Toyota 4Runner 4-DR. w/SAB | Not Rated | No | No | 12 | 145 |
Source: NHTSA.
Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4Runner 2WD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI |
22 |
| 2026 | 4Runner 4WD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI |
21 |
| 2026 | 4Runner Hybrid 4WD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI; Hybrid Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI; Hybrid |
23 |
| 2025 | 4Runner 2WD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start |
22 |
| 2025 | 4Runner 4WD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI; Hybrid Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI; Hybrid Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI; with Stop-Start |
21–23 |
| 2024 | 4Runner 2WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L | 17 |
| 2024 | 4Runner 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Part-time AWD Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L |
17 |
| 2023 | 4Runner 2WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L | 17 |
| 2023 | 4Runner 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Part-time 4WD Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Full-time 4WD |
17 |
| 2022 | 4Runner 2WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L | 17 |
| 2022 | 4Runner 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Part-time 4WD Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L |
17 |
| 2021 | 4Runner 2WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L | 17 |
| 2021 | 4Runner 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Part-time 4WD Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L |
17 |
| 2020 | 4Runner 2WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L | 17 |
| 2020 | 4Runner 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Part-time 4WD Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, AWD |
17 |
| 2019 | 4Runner 2WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L | 18 |
| 2019 | 4Runner 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Part-time 4WD Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, AWD |
18 |
| 2018 | 4Runner 2WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L | 18 |
| 2018 | 4Runner 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Part-time 4WD Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L |
18 |
| 2017 | 4Runner 2WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L | 18 |
| 2017 | 4Runner 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Part-time 4WD Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L |
18 |
| 2016 | 4Runner 2WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L | 19 |
| 2016 | 4Runner 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Part-time 4WD Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L |
18 |
| 2015 | 4Runner 2WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L | 19 |
| 2015 | 4Runner 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Part-time 4WD Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L |
18 |
| 2014 | 4Runner 2WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L | 19 |
| 2014 | 4Runner 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Part Time 4WD Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Full Time 4WD |
18 |
| 2013 | 4Runner 2WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L | 19 |
| 2013 | 4Runner 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Full Time 4WD Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Part Time 4WD |
18 |
| 2012 | 4Runner 2WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L | 19 |
| 2012 | 4Runner 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Full Time 4WD Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Part Time 4WD |
19 |
| 2011 | 4Runner 2WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.7 L |
19 |
| 2011 | 4Runner 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Full time 4WD Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Part time 4WD |
19 |
| 2010 | 4Runner 2WD | Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.7 L Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L |
19–20 |
| 2010 | 4Runner 4WD | Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Full Time 4WD Auto (S5), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Part Time 4WD |
19 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.