Toyota 4Runner
Purchase price from $42,270
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Edmunds
Appreciates body-on-frame durability and towing, but criticizes hard plastics and lack of modern tech. Measured 8.5s 0-60, and questions value for money despite minimal depreciation.
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Car and Driver
Car and Driver praises the 2025 Toyota 4Runner for remaining one of the last truly old-school body-on-frame SUVs. The new turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder replaces the old V-6, with an optional hybrid adding torque and efficiency. On pavement it still feels truckish with noticeable body motions, a stiff ride, and a noisy cabin, but this is part of its charm. High ground clearance, a robust frame, and Toyota's crawl-control and multi-terrain systems make it extremely capable off-road. The cabin is more modern with an available 14-inch touchscreen, though lower trims still have hard materials. Fuel economy remains poor, especially without the hybrid, and the high step-in height is a drawback. Overall, it is not the best daily driver but offers unmatched personality and off-road confidence for enthusiasts.
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MotorTrend
MotorTrend's first drive focuses on how the redesigned 2025 4Runner modernizes a longtime icon without losing its identity. The new TNGA-F body-on-frame platform improves stiffness and towing capacity. Testing both the base turbocharged four-cylinder and the i-FORCE MAX hybrid, MotorTrend found the hybrid delivers noticeably stronger acceleration and smoother low-speed power delivery. The interior receives the biggest upgrade, with larger touchscreens, better visibility, and more comfortable seats. Off-road, Trailhunter and TRD Pro trims come with upgraded shocks, skid plates, and all-terrain tires straight from the factory. The ride remains truck-like on pavement, with steering lacking feedback and body lean in corners, and the non-hybrid engine works hard under load. Still, the 4Runner remains one of the most authentic off-road SUVs you can buy.
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Kelley Blue Book
Kelley Blue Book names the 2025 Toyota 4Runner one of the most sought-after off-road SUVs on the market. KBB highlights the new turbocharged engines, larger touchscreen, and updated driver-assistance technology as key improvements. The hybrid powertrain is especially praised for quicker acceleration and better fuel economy without sacrificing capability. Editors were impressed by its performance on rocky trails, deep sand, and steep inclines, with lockable rear differentials and crawl control providing confident traction. Resale value remains exceptionally strong. On the downside, gas models still get poor fuel economy, the ride is stiff versus unibody SUVs, and top trims like the Trailhunter are expensive. The interior is functional and improved but less luxurious than competitors. KBB concludes the 4Runner is a specialized instrument for adventure buyers and recommends the hybrid for commuters.
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