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2023 Toyota 4Runner, Every 4Runner is powered by a 270-horsepower 4.0-liter V-6 engine connected to a five-speed automatic transmission. The antiquated powerplant, which is available with rear-wheel drive and either full-time or part-time four-wheel drive systems, gives an underwhelming performance, with the latest version we tested requiring 7.7 seconds to reach 60 mph.
The automatic’s sluggish reflexes don’t help the engine’s irrational behavior, and downshifting frequently necessitates forceful right-foot inputs to propel the 4Runner forward. However, the Toyota seems more calm on the road than the more cumbersome Wrangler. The SUV’s substantial ground clearance was on display during our time behind the wheel of the off-road-oriented version, and its body-on-frame structure was backed by a soft suspension that absorbed a variety of terrain quite well.
The handling of the 4Runner is weak and imprecise, and while these qualities betray any feeling of sportiness, they’re good for crawling down trails and around parking lots. Despite how old the Toyota seems in action, its performance is perfectly on par with its more recent competitors, like the V-6 Dodge Durango. And the Toyota’s strong structure and torque-rich engine give it an advantage when it comes to towing; its 5000-pound capability outperforms the Ford Edge and Wrangler while falling short of the more powerful Durango’s 8700-pound maximum.
At the pump, the 4Runner’s engine options reveal their age, with each model rated at a lowly 16 mpg in the city and 19 mpg on the interstate. In comparison, the V-6-powered Wrangler gets up to 19 mpg in the city and 24 on the interstate. The most recent 4Runner we tested on our 75-mph highway fuel-economy route, which is part of our thorough testing procedure, exceeded expectations with 22 mpg.
Despite its subpar materials and appearance, it manages to comfortably accommodate humans in the front and rear despite its back-of-the-class inside dimensions. The optional third row has not been tested, but we believe it is best for youngsters. The 4Runner is a versatile mover as well as a rock-crawler thanks to a flexible cargo compartment and three spacious, deep cubbies in the front row. Just don’t try to cram anything into the cargo compartment unless you have a chiropractor on standby—the floor is uncomfortably high off the ground.
The optional pull-out cargo deck on the two-row vehicles we tested made loading and unloading heavier stuff (up to 440 pounds) a bit simpler. It also serves as a tailgate for sitting. When the second-row seats are folded, the load floor becomes level, but the cargo hold loses several inches of height. Despite this, we were able to accommodate 14 carry-ons behind the second row.
Every 4Runner comes standard with an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system. There are physical buttons as well as rotating volume and tuning knobs on the interface. The system includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a subscription-based Wi-Fi hotspot as standard. Upgrades include a built-in navigation system and a 15-speaker JBL audio system
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