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2023 Toyota 4Runner
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2023 Toyota 4Runner

By 2010, almost every mid-sized SUV had moved to a car-based design, but the Toyota 4Runner remained one of the last full-framed, truck-based SUV holdouts on the market. That makes it especially suited to off-roading. Otherwise, the 2010 redesign felt like a step backwards from the previous refined generation. The unsettled ride, mediocre handling, cheap interior, high-step-in, and low ceiling left us unimpressed. Limited trim versions have a sports suspension with somewhat better control, but a stiffer ride. The 4.0-liter V6 engine is powerful, but roars when accelerating. Fuel economy of 18 mpg overall is decent for this brick-shaped SUV. Controls are simple, with big buttons and knobs, but the touch screen is relatively small. A tight third-row seat is optional. Truck-based SUVs are generally known for their towing ability, but the 4Runner's rating isn't appreciably higher than some better-driving, car-based competitors. All 2020 models get the Toyota Safety Sense P (TSS-P) as standard equipment, which includes forward collision warning with automatic braking and pedestrian detection, lane departure warning, automatic high beams, and adaptive cruise control. Also, all versions get a standard 8-inch touch-screen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility.

Market value
$37,725
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
7
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Model year 2023
Owner rating 4/5
Reliability 4/5
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
4-door SUV
Drive type
4WD
Transmission
Automatic, 5-speed
Category
Off-road focused SUVs
Generation began
2010

Pricing

Current retail median
$37,725
Retail value range
$32,075 - $50,925
Original MSRP range
$40,155 - $54,620
Trade-in range
$30,675 - $49,315

Ratings

Road test score
53/100
Owner satisfaction
4/5
Would buy again
71%
Reliability
4/5
Expert recommendation
Recommended

Fuel economy

EPA city
16 MPG
EPA highway
19 MPG
EPA combined
17 MPG
Tested city
12 MPG
Tested highway
24 MPG
Tested overall
17 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$2,235
Cruising range
400 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
3 sec
0-60 mph
7.7 sec
60-0 mph braking
131 ft
Avoidance speed
46 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
190 in
Width
76 in
Height
72 in
Wheelbase
110 in
Weight
4,665 lb
Maximum load
1,155 lb
Towing capacity
5,000 lb

Interior

Seating
7 people
Front head room
3.5 in
Front leg room
41.5 in
Rear head room
4 in
Rear leg room
30 in
Cargo volume
44.5 cu ft
Luggage
4+4+0

Owner feedback

Comfort
3/5
Driving
2/5
Styling
4/5
Value
1/5

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
5/10
Greenhouse gas score
3/10
SmartWay
No

Brand context

About Toyota

Toyota mostly fulfills its reputation for building efficient and exceptionally reliable vehicles. Most of their models do well in our testing, thanks to their impressive fuel economy, comfortable rides, quiet cabins, and ease of getting in and out. All of this makes Toyotas among the best options for used vehicles. The brand was a hybrid pioneer, starting with the original Prius. Toyota has evolved and expanded that technology, and most vehicles in its lineup are available as a hybrid. Toyota also sells a number of plug-in hybrids, which were once called Prime but are now simply referred to as Plug-in. The company also knows how to add a dose of excitement into its lineup. The GR86, GR Corolla, and Supra are legit, fun-to-drive sports cars. However, some models we’ve tested have been disappointing. The company’s EV, the bZ4X SUV, is mediocre.

Vehicle ID: 24763 First published: November 15, 2022 Updated: December 4, 2025

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