40 years of rugged reliability, the Toyota 4Runner is reimagined from trail-tested legend to tech-savvy powerhouse in its all-new 2025 sixth-generation redesign.
In honoring Toyota’s four decades of 4Runner heritage, the fifth and sixth generations are milestones marking the SUV’s evolution. From off-road reverence to modern-day refinement, each generation upholds Toyota’s commitment to performance, durability, and innovation.
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Fifth Generation Toyota 4Runner (2010–2024): Designed to Endure
Premiering in 2010, the fifth-generation 4Runner reaffirmed itself as a durable, go-anywhere SUV with roots in conventional body-on-frame construction. It blended rough-and-tumble capability with contemporary features that adapted well to both trail and city existence.
Major Features and Highlights:
- Body-on-frame construction persisted for durability and off-road performance
- 2011: Standard brake override system added for increased safety
- 2013 facelift: Aggressive new front-end styling and refined interior updates
- 2020 tech upgrade: Added Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay®, and Amazon Alexa compatibility
- Toyota Safety Sense™ became standard on all grades
Designed with versatility in mind, the fifth-gen 4Runner offered more cargo space and flexible interior seating, making it a popular SUV for families and adventurers.
Sixth Generation Toyota 4Runner (2025): Turbocharged Innovation on the TNGA-F Platform
The remodeled 2025 Toyota 4Runner introduces the sixth generation in a top-to-bottom makeover on Toyota’s TNGA-F global truck platform—the same foundation shared with the Tacoma, Tundra, Sequoia, and Land Cruiser. The 4Runner’s next generation is built for added strength, comfort, and capability.
Powertrain & Performance:
All 2025 4Runner trim levels come standard with:
- 2.4-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine
- 278 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque
- Paired with a smooth eight-speed automatic transmission
This new engine replaces the old V6 while delivering better efficiency, torque, and responsiveness for both on-road and off-road adventures.
TNGA-F Platform Benefits:
- High-strength steel ladder frame chassis
- Front double-wishbone and rear multi-link coil suspension
- Enhanced ride comfort and structural stiffness
New 2025 4Runner Grades and First-Ever Platinum Grade
Generation six introduces sophisticated yet rugged new styling themes to a wide range of grades, including:
- SR5
- TRD Sport
- TRD Sport Premium
- TRD Off-Road
- TRD Off-Road Premium
- Limited
- NEW: Platinum
Platinum Grade Highlights:
A 4Runner first, the Platinum grade brings high-end style and luxurious features, including:
- Sleek black exterior accents
- Upscale interior trim
- Advanced technology and convenience features
It’s an ideal combination of classic 4Runner toughness and cultivated refinement.
Toyota 4Runner at 40: Heritage Meets the Future
From the groundbreaking fifth generation through to the forward-looking sixth, the Toyota 4Runner persists in its balance of tradition and innovation. Its development is the result of four decades of attention to off-road enthusiasts, families, and devoted followers who rely on its strength and durability.
Whether in the body-on-frame ruggedness of the earlier generations or the turbocharged power and platform sophistication of more recent generations, the tale of the 4Runner is that of ongoing enhancement without surrender of its fundamental character.
The 2025 Toyota 4Runner is not just a new generation but a bold reinterpretation of a legend.
