Toyota 4Runner is a mid-sized sport utility vehicle with front engine and four wheel drive system manufactured by Toyota Japan in 1983 and sold throughout the world. 2019 Toyota 4Runner is available as fifth generation of 4Runner which is different from 2018 model in terms of its new Fox shock absorbers, newly designed skid plate and roof racks while sunroof is made standard in all trims. A new limited night shade edition is introduced with black out color combinations. Toyota 4Runner TRD 2019 has been rated 7.2 out of ten and listed on number five among other midsize SUVs because of its off road capabilities, variety of features and versatility letting you enjoy perfect ride.
It is available in 7 trim levels that includes SR5, SR5 Premium, Limited, Limited Night shade, TRD off road, TRD off road premium and TRD pro.
Base Trim:
SR5 is the base model while limited and limited nightshade edition is more luxurious and high end trims. We will discuss the TRD trim of 4runner in detail which further includes TRD off road, off road premium and TRD pro.
TRD Off Road Trim:
TRD Off road features seventeen inches wheels, multi-terrain select off road functions, crawl control function and kinetic dynamic suspension feature.
Off Road Premium:
TRD off road premium trim offers all features of SR5 and TRD off road while it is upgraded with Softex leather upholstery, heated seats at front, navigation system and 6.1 inches touch screen display.
TRD Pro Trim:
The TRD pro trim features seventeen inches wheels, LED fog lights, all terrain tires, special styled roof rack, sun roof and fifteen speakers JBL audio system.
Engine and performance of Toyota 4Runner TRD:
All TRD trims are powered by four liters V6 DOHC twenty four valve VVT-I engine generating 270 horsepower at 5600 rpm and torque of 278 pounds feet at 4400rpm. It provides an estimated mileage of eighteen miles in city and twenty miles on highways.
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Driving Dynamics:
It delivers smooth and linear acceleration with five speed automatic transmission and there is no insufferable lag and it shifts to highest gears quickly because of its surprisingly strong V6 engine. Braking system is average with nebulous feeling through two thirds of pedal travel and it takes some time to apply smooth brakes while there is a lot of noise when we apply emergency brakes. Steering control of 4runner TRD is easy but it is a bit heavy at higher speeds and provides very less assistance at extremely low speeds. The handling of the car is stable and easy to control it with limited specific suspension especially when turning around corners and moving over bumps. The smooth throttle delivery makes 4runner TRD feels more like a luxurious SUV than a truck while the superior chin clearance and sporty high gripped tires excels the 4runner in off road capabilities and makes your drive easy and perfect in all type of weather conditions. The five gear automatic transmission improves the fuel economy by enabling the driver to wring maximum thrust from its V6 engine.
Exterior and interior features of Toyota 4runner TRD:
The 4Runner is a sign of attitude that enables you to rule your trail with its seventeen inches seven spoke alloy wheels painted with black accents and TRD badging to give awesomeness in its looks. 4Runner comes with both style and practicality and we can clearly see this in its high beam LED headlights that adds boldness in its design and makes your pathway more visible by illuminating approaching vehicles by the help of auto focus beams of headlights and daytime running lights. The front end design is refined with chrome accented front grille that adds aggressiveness in its front looks. This is a four door SUV with an overall length of 190.7 inches, width of 75.8 inches, height of 71.5 inches and ground clearance of 9.6 inches.
The interior of 4Runner is tailored to give high end technology to the passengers apart from providing comfort. The refined seats are covered with SOFTEX leather that is a perfect blend of ruggedness and comfort and the driver’s seat is provided with eight way power adjustment with lumbar support while the front passenger seat has four way power adjustable quality. The power moon roof can be slide to open and close and it brings the great outdoors closer to your eyes. The headrests at front are specially designed to give full cervical support and help you to optimize headrest position during collisions and avoid risk of neck injuries.
A 6.1 inches touch screen display is mounted on dashboard and provides you with infotainment while the instrumental gauge is made from optitron instrumentation making the gauge easy to see. It provides you with integrated navigation to give you turn by turn directions. The Bluetooth connection let you access your phone without glancing it. 4Runner comes with a reverse view camera that is equipped with backup system in it letting you a perfect vehicle for hitching your trailer and makes parallel parking easy with parking sensors located on front and back bumpers. Some of the safety features of Toyota 4runner TRD include the standard eight airbags provided with protection for thorax, abdomen and pelvis. Side impact door beams provides extra protection when the vehicle is stuck and it helps in reducing the chance of intrusion into cabin by absorbing energy. Tire pressure monitoring system evaluates pressure in tires to ensure you a safe drive and good fuel economy. Star safety system comes with vehicle stability control, traction control, anti-lock braking system, smart stop technology, barking assistance and electronic brake force distribution.
Major rivals:
Major rivals of Toyota 4Runner TRD 2019 INCLUDE Toyota Tacoma 2019, Toyota Sequoia 2019 and Jeep Grand Cherokee 2019.
Price:
Toyota 4Runner off road 2019 has a starting price of 38,485 US dollars, TRD Off road Premium has a starting price of 40,395 US dollars and TRD Pro has a starting price of 46,815 US dollars. It comes with two years maintenance plan with no additional cost and the drivers will be provided with 24 hours road side assistance too in case of emergencies.
Country
USA
Body
SUV
Engine
Transmission
Automatic
Drive
4WD
Exterior Color
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Interior Color
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Overall length (mm)
4859 mm
overall width (mm)
1925 mm
overall height (mm)
1816 mm
wheel base (mm)
2788 mm
Ground Clearance (mm)
243 mm
Turning radius (m)
11 m (Curb to Curb)
Kerb Weight (KG)
2857 Kg (Gvw)
Track Front (mm)
1605 mm
Track Rear (mm)
1605 mm
Cylinder
6 inline
Engine Capacity (cc)
3998 cc
Peak Torque (Nm@rpm)
376@4400
Max out (Kw@rpm)
201@5600
Valve Train
DOHC 24 Valves
Horse Power (HP)
270 Hp
Fuel economy
City/Highway: 17/20 MPG
Steering
Hydraulic power assist speed sensing steering-Rack and Pinion
Seating Capacity
5 Person
Suspension Front
Double Wishbone with coil Spring
Suspension Rear
Multi Link with Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Tire type
P265/70/SR17
Wheel size
17 inch
Wheel Type
aluminum-alloy-wheels
Seat Cover Material
Softex synthetic leather seat trim
Registered
N/A
Features
Top speed 114 mph and 0 to 60 in 7.5 seconds
Engine: 4.0L V6 DOHC SMPI
Transmission: electronic 4 speed automatic with OD
3.727 axle ratio
GVWR: 6300 Lbs
Transmission with driver selectable mode-sequential shift control and oil cooler
Manual transfer case
Part and full time four wheel drive
Driver selectable rear locking differential
72 amp/Hr 750CCA maintenance free battery
Class III towing with harness and hitch
3 skid plates
1550# maximum payload
Gas pressurized shock absorbers
Front and rear anti roll bars
Off road suspension
Single stainless steel exhaust
Auto locking hubs
4 wheel disc brakes with 4 2h33l ABS-brake assist-hill descent control and hill hold control
Wheels: spoke unique off road alloy-inc: black painted accents
Tires: mud and snow
Steel spare wheel
Full size spare tire stored underbody with crank down
Clear coat paint with badging
Body colored front bumper with metal look rub strip/fascia accent and 1 tow hook
Body colored rear step bumper with metal look rub strip/fascia accent
Black side windows trim-black front windshield trim and black rear window trim
Body colored fender flares
Power side mirrors with manual folding and turn signal indicator
Body color heated mirrors
Power rear window with fixed interval wiper and defroster
Deep tinted glass
Variable intermittent wipers with heated park
Full galvanized steel panels
Lip spoiler
Splash guards
Grille with body colored bar
Lift gate rear cargo access
Tailgate/rear door lock included with power door locks
Front fog lamps
Perimeter/approach lights
LED brake lights
Auto off projector beam halogen daytime running headlamps
Radio: entune premium audio with navigation –inc: entune multimedia bundle (6.1” high resolution touch screen with split screen display-AM/FM CD player with MP3/WMA playback capability-8 speakers-auxiliary audio jack-USB 2.0 port with iPod connectivity and control-advanced voice recognition-hands free phone capability-phone book access and music streaming via Bluetooth wireless technology) siri eyes free-entune app suite-HD radio-HD radio predictive traffic and Doppler weather overlay-AM-Fm cache radio
Radio with seek-scan-clock and steering wheel controls
Window grid diversity antenna
1 LCD monitor in the front
Heated front bucket seats-inc: 8 way power adjustable driver’s seat with power lumbar support and 4 way power adjustable front passenger seat