2026 Toyota 4Runner

The 4Runner is Toyota's answer to buyers who actually use their SUVs off-road rather than just talking about it. Built on the same TNGA-F body-on-frame platform as the Tacoma and Land Cruiser, the sixth-generation 4Runner offers genuine trail capability backed by Toyota's legendary durability. The i-FORCE MAX hybrid is the engine to get. It pairs the 2.4-liter turbo with an electric motor for 326 horsepower and a massive 465 lb-ft of torque — numbers that make crawling over rocks and pulling out of mud substantially easier. It also gets marginally better fuel economy than the gas-only version, which is a nice bonus given that neither is particularly efficient by modern standards. Nine trim levels span from the base SR5 ($41,570) to the expedition-ready Trailhunter and TRD Pro. The TRD Pro gets FOX three-way adjustable shocks and aggressive approach angles, while the Trailhunter adds factory-installed off-road accessories designed for overlanding. RepairPal gives the 4Runner 4/5 on reliability, and Toyota's reputation in this space is earned — 4Runners routinely hit 300,000 miles with basic maintenance. The honest trade-off is livability. The 4Runner rides like a truck on pavement, because it is one. If your weekends involve trails, the 4Runner is one of the best vehicles you can buy. If your typical adventure is a Costco parking lot, a RAV4 is the smarter choice.