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2006 Toyota 4Runner
Date Published: 2/20/08

2006 Toyota 4Runner
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MSRP:
$27,635 - 38,385

Invoice:
$24,677 - 34,275

Class:
Midsize Sport-utility Vehicle

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2006 Toyota 4Runner
Expert Rating Summary
Category 2WD SR5, V6 Rating (See All
Ratings)
Midsize Sport-utility Vehicle Average Rating
Acceleration 5 5
Fuel Economy 4 3.8
Ride Quality 5 5.4
Steering/Handling/Braking 4 4.1
Quietness 6 5.2
Controls 7 6.3
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 7 6.7
Room/Comfort (rear) 7 6.2
Cargo Room 8 8.3
Value within Class 6 5.7
Total Score: 59 56.7
Ratings: Maximum 10 points per category
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2006 Toyota 4Runner Review
Toyota's truck-type midsize SUV comes in SR5, Sport Edition, and Limited trim. All offer a 236-hp V6 or a 260-hp V8. A 5-speed automatic is the only transmission. All models come with rear-wheel drive. V6 versions are also available with 4-wheel drive that can be left engaged on dry pavement. V8s are available with all-wheel drive. Both systems have low-range gearing and include hill descent control. Hill ascent control is standard on all 4Runners. So are ABS and traction/antiskid control. SR5s and Limiteds are available with a 3rd-row seat to increase capacity to seven passengers from five. Optional on all are front torso side airbags and curtain side airbags that cover the first two seating rows and include rollover deployment. The glass in 4Runner's liftgate powers up and down. A firmer suspension is standard on Sport Editions, optional for Limiteds. A load-leveling suspension is available for V8 Limiteds. Other options include DVD entertainment and navigation system with rearview camera.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 17 classes based on size, price, and market position. Larger than Compact SUVs, Midsize SUVs offer a mix of car- and truck-type construction, V6 and V8 power, and up to 8-passenger seating. This class also includes crossover vehicles.

Our Best Buys include Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander. Our Recommended picks are Dodge Durango, Ford Explorer, Ford Freestyle, Nissan Murano, Nissan Xterra, and Toyota 4Runner.

New or significantly redesigned models include Hummer H3, Jeep Commander, Pontiac Torrent, and Subaru B9 Tribeca.
News
Sources say 4Runner won't see an immediate, major change. A redesign is possible around 2009.
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