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2016 Toyota 4Runner

SUV · 2015–2026

Trims and features

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What changed for 2016

Starting prices: +$540 to +$800 (3 trims; hover for each)
Engine: 4.0-Liter DOHC 24-Valve V6 with Dual Independent Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence (VVT-i) → 1GR-FE (all trims)
Max towing: 4,700 lb → 5,000 lb (all trims)

2016 4Runner trims

	Limited	SR5	SR5 Premium	Trail	Trail Premium	TRD Pro
Price
Starting MSRP	$44,360	$35,885	$38,565	$36,915	$39,595	$41,850
Powertrain
Engine	1GR-FE	1GR-FE	1GR-FE	1GR-FE	1GR-FE	1GR-FE
Horsepower	270 hp	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	278 lb-ft
Transmission	ECT-i	ECT-i	ECT-i	ECT-i	ECT-i	ECT-i
Gears	5	5	5	5	5	5
Drivetrain	2WD / 4WD	2WD / 4WD	2WD / 4WD	4wd	4wd	4wd
Fuel economy (combined)	2WD: 19 mpg 4WD: 18 mpg	2WD: 19 mpg 4WD: 18 mpg	2WD: 19 mpg 4WD: 18 mpg	18 mpg	18 mpg	18 mpg
Size and capability
Seats	5 + option	5 + option	5 + option	5	5	5
Max towing	5,000 lb	5,000 lb	5,000 lb	5,000 lb	5,000 lb	5,000 lb
Cargo behind last row	47.2 cu ft + option	47.2 cu ft + option	47.2 cu ft + option	47.2 cu ft + option	47.2 cu ft + option	47.2 cu ft + option
Max cargo	89.7 cu ft + option	89.7 cu ft + option	89.7 cu ft + option	89.7 cu ft + option	89.7 cu ft + option	89.7 cu ft + option
Third-row legroom	Optional	Optional	Optional	—	—	—
Ground clearance	2WD: 9 in 4WD: 9.6 in	2WD: 9 in 4WD: 9.6 in	2WD: 9 in 4WD: 9.6 in	9.6 in	9.6 in	9.6 in
Length	190.7 in	190.2 in	190.2 in	191.3 in	191.3 in	191.3 in
Curb weight	2WD: 4,525 lb 4WD: 4,805 lb	2WD: 4,400 lb 4WD: 4,675 lb	2WD: 4,400 lb 4WD: 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	6.1 in
Apple CarPlay	—	Optional	—	Optional	—	—
Android Auto	—	Optional	—	Optional	—	—
Audio	JBL	—	—	—	—	—
Speakers	15	8	8	8	8	8
Driver assistance
Parking sensors	Front, Rear	—	—	—	—	—
Comfort
Seats	Leather	Cloth	Synthetic Leather	Cloth	Synthetic Leather	Synthetic Leather
Heated seats	Front	—	Front	—	Front	Front
Ventilated seats	Front	—	—	—	—	—
Driver seat memory	Driver Seat	—	—	—	—	—
Climate zones	2	1	1	1	1	1
Second row	Split Bench	Split Bench	Split Bench	Split Bench	Split Bench	Split Bench
Exterior
Sunroof	Tilt/Slide Moonroof	—	Tilt/Slide Moonroof	—	Tilt/Slide Moonroof	—
Wheels	20 in + option	17 in + option	17 in + option	17 in + option	17 in + option	17 in + option

Packages and options (52)

	Limited	SR5	SR5 Premium	Trail	Trail Premium	TRD Pro
Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) $1,750	—	—	—	Optional	Optional	—
Fabric-Trimmed 50/50 Split Fold-Flat Third-Row Seat	—	Optional	—	—	—	—
Leather-Trimmed 50/50 Split Fold-Flat Third-Row Seat	Optional	—	—	—	—	—
SofTex-Trimmed 50/50 Split Fold-Flat Third-Row Seat	—	—	Optional	—	—	—
Automatic Running Boards	Optional	—	—	—	—	—
Ball Mount	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Door Edge Guards $79	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Exhaust Tip $90	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Front Skid Plate	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Hood Protector $165	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Paint Protection Film $395	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Rigid Running Boards $345	—	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Roof Rack Cross Bars	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Trailer Ball	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
TRD 17-in. Matte-Black Alloy Wheels	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Standard
TRD 17-in. Matte-Gray Alloy Wheels	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
TRD Performance Air Filter	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
TRD Oil Cap	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
TRD Performance Oil Filter	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
TRD Performance Brake Pads	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
TRD Radiator Cap	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
TRD-Stamped Aluminum Front Skid Plate	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Standard
Alloy Wheel Locks $80	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
All-Weather Floor Mats	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Ashtray Cup	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Cargo Cover	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Cargo Divider $149	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Cargo-Net Envelope	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Cargo Net — Spider	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Cargo Tote $49	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Cargo Tray $100	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Carpet Cargo Mat	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Carpet Floor Mats	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Emergency Assistance Kit $59	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
First Aid Kit $30	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Toyota Key Finder	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Remote Engine Starter $499	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Sliding Rear Cargo Deck with Under-Floor Storage Compartment	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
TRD Shift Knob	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Standard
Entune Premium Audio with Integrated Navigation and App Suite	—	Optional	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard
Barcelona Red Metallic	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	—
Blizzard Pearl	Optional	—	—	—	—	—
Classic Silver Metallic	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	—
Magnetic Gray Metallic	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Midnight Black Metallic	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	—
Nautical Blue Metallic	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	—
Quicksand	—	—	—	—	—	Optional
Super White	—	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Black	Optional	—	—	Optional	Optional	Optional
Graphite	—	Optional	Optional	—	—	—
Redwood	Optional	—	—	—	—	—
Sand Beige	Optional	Optional	Optional	—	—	—

Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Nhtsa vin decode, Oem brochure, Oem brochure. Still partial for this year: chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, safety, option rules. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.

Apple lists CarPlay for: 4Runner 2020–2025 (Apple).

NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and 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

Source: NHTSA.

EPA fuel economy (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

Source: fueleconomy.gov.

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