2010 Toyota 4Runner: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

The 2010 Toyota 4Runner is redesigned with freshened styling, more V6 power, and a new 4-cylinder engine. This midsize SUV uses traditional truck-type construction. 4Runner comes in three trim levels: base SR5, off-road-ready Trail, and top-line Limited. Rear-wheel drive is standard on the SR5 and Limited. Two 4-wheel-drive systems are offered. Available on SR5 and standard on Trail is a part-time setup that should not be left engaged on dry pavement. Limited versions have a full-time setup that can. Both include low-range gearing for off-road use. Trail models have additional 4WD hardware, including Toyota's Crawl Control (CRAWL), which is designed to regulate speed in severe off-road conditions. Also included is Toyota's Multi-Terrain Select system, which allows drivers to adjust the 4WD hardware to suit different off-road terrain. Rear-drive 4Runner SR5 models have a 157-hp 2.7-liter 4-cylinder engine borrowed from Toyota's Tacoma compact pickup truck. It pairs with a 4-speed automatic transmission. All other versions have a 270-hp 4.0-liter V6, an increase of 34 hp over the 2009 4Runner V6. This engine teams with a 5-speed automatic. A V8 is no longer available. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. Standard seating is for five, and an optional 3rd-row bench increases capacity to seven. Leather upholstery is standard on the Limited and optional on the SR5. Also standard on the Limited are dual-zone automatic climate control and keyless entry and engine start. We have not yet tested the 2010 Toyota 4Runner.