1990-1995 Toyota 4Runner: Overview
Updated: 11/23/08
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Pros
- Passenger and cargo room
- Ride (later models)
- Antilock brakes (optional)
- Wet-weather traction (4WD)
- Reliability
Cons
- Fuel economy
- Acceleration
- Entry/exit
- Noise
- Handling
Vehicle Highlights
Toyota introduced its compact 4-wheel-drive sport-utility vehicle in May 1984, based on the same running gear used in their compact pickup truck. The lineup included a 2-seat base 4Runner and 5-seat Deluxe and SR5. Base engine was a 116-horsepower 2.4-liter 4-cylinder. Optional was a 150-horsepower 3.0-liter V6. A 5-speed manual gearbox was standard, with 4-speed automatic optional. Rear antilock braking went into V6 models in '90. However, the ABS only works when the vehicle is in 2WD mode. Each 4Runner featured a built-in roll bar and removable roof until 1991. All models had on-demand 4WD except for a rear-drive 4-door model that was available only with the 4-speed automatic transmission.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | Toyota 4Runner 3.0-liter Rating | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | 5 | |
| Fuel Economy | 3 | |
| Ride Quality | 4 | |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 4 | |
| Quietness | 4 | |
| Controls/Materials | 5 | |
| Interior Room | 5 | |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 4 | |
| Cargo Capacity | 6 | |
| Value within Class | 5 | |
| Total Score: | 45 |
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