Summary

• The Toyota 4Runner has remained comparatively unchanged for 15 years, with a brand new technology set for a significant reveal quickly.
• The upcoming 4Runner is anticipated to mix options from the Tacoma and Land Cruiser, slotting in between them with some overlap.
• Anticipate the brand new 4Runner to undertake iFORCE expertise, probably providing a turbocharged 2.4L four-cylinder engine with an eight-speed transmission.

Toyota is a model identified for its reliability, and with {that a} reluctance to vary. In phrases of the 4Runner, the present fifth technology of the SUV happened 15 years in the past! That’s fairly the run as of late for any car.

Backing up, the primary technology was extra like a truck, with a rear bench within the mattress and a detachable high. The second-gen was additionally just like the Tacoma of the time, however with an all-steel physique. By the third-gen issues modified a bit, however nonetheless, drivetrains have been shared. Finally, the fourth and fifth iterations led to completely different engines, interiors, and sizes from the Taco. Notably, a V-8 was obtainable within the fourth-gen, whereas the fifth-gen featured the 4.0 liter V-6 for its complete 15-year run.

Fast-forward to immediately, and we discover the next-gen 4Runner in our sights, primed for a big reveal. So far, we have solely been teased with sneak peeks and hints at what the subsequent 4Runner will convey to the paths.

In order to provide the most modern and correct data doable, the info used to compile this text was sourced from Toyota, and different authoritative sources, together with Car and Driver, and MotorTrend.

Expectations Of Capabilities & Features

We know that the Toyota 4Runner will likely be a rugged SUV to deal with household street journeys, in addition to the paths that come alongside the best way. In the previous, it has shared loads of its foundation with the mid-size Tacoma truck. So to proceed that pattern wouldn’t be a shock.

Along with that, there may be one other newcomer to the fold, or relatively an outdated pal so to talk. It can be becoming that this car would additionally affect the 4Runner’s make-up, and that’s none apart from the all-new Land Cruiser. Expect the forthcoming 4Runner to characteristic objects from each the Tacoma and Land Cruiser, in addition to slot in between them, with maybe some overlap.

The 2024 Toyota Tacoma

There’s loads of buzz surrounding the new 2024 Toyota Tacoma. As of now, one can solely construct six of the eight trims, as the highest TRD Pro and all-new Trailhunter aren’t but obtainable. Still, all of the fashions have been revealed, and rather a lot is thought about them now.

The subsequent Taco will trip on the TNGA-F platform, one that’s shared throughout different present Toyota autos. The TRD Pro will characteristic trim unique ISO Performance entrance seats, with a FOX suspension. Meanwhile, the Trailhunter sports an Old Man Emu setup. Both characteristic the brand new JBL premium audio system, one full with the FLEX transportable speaker, which is each dustproof and waterproof. Both truck variants can even use ARB merchandise from the manufacturing facility. Also that includes skid plating and rear differential lockers, anticipate the 4Runner to undertake some or all of those options.

The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser

This is a world the place the 4Runner and Land Cruiser will co-exist. After all, each will trip on the identical platform, sharing the Taco’s TNGA-F setup. It’s wanting just like the 4Runner could have extra bare-bones choices, and be extra of a rocky off-road rig, whereas the Land Cruiser will occupy a extra luxurious house. The latter could even be extra of an overland selection, which is what the Tacoma Trailhunter will likely be, however after all, a 4Runner is also utilized in such a means. Look for the Land Cruiser to select up the place the 4Runner leaves off, by way of pricing, and its place within the lineup.

The iFORCE Technology

Now that we have established that the 4Runner is historically based mostly on the Tacoma, and that it’ll nonetheless be very carefully linked to the truck, this SUV is anticipated to make use of the identical obtainable drivetrains or powertrains. This means a brand new turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, changing the outgoing V-6. Also, anticipate an eight-speed transmission, and maybe even a six-speed guide!

The iFORCE Drivetrain

As said, the usual mill for the brand new Tacoma is a 2.4-liter four-cylinder, and it is boosted. This gives a complete energy output of 228 horsepower, together with 243 pound-feet of torque. Note that these figures are for the bottom SR trim, as the opposite trims characteristic elevated outputs of 278 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque. Peak values can be found at 6,000 and 1,600/1,7000 RPM respectively. For the Tacoma, a guide transmission is accessible on a number of of the trims that make the most of this engine.

The iFORCE MAX Powertrain

Taking the usual engine and stuffing an electrical motor between it and the transmission, leads to the most powerful Tacoma ever! This can be none apart from what is named the iFORCE Max, or hybrid setup. The iFORCE Max generates 365 web mixed horsepower, together with 465 pound-feet of torque, all of which is accessible at just one,700 RPM! Of word, solely the eight-speed computerized is accessible right here, so neglect a couple of guide choice.

Projected Trims & Price

Like the Tacoma TRD Pro and Trailhunter, the brand new 4Runner will not be but obtainable. As such, pricing will not be readily accessible both. However, we do know that the most cost effective 2024 Tacoma begins at $31,500, whereas the Limited trim begins at $52,100. Therefore, we might moderately infer that the 4Runner will begin someplace in between these numbers.

Tacoma Pricing & Trims

The eight trims for the Tacoma, together with the beginning MSRP, are as follows:

1. SR; $31,500
2. SR5; $36,200
3. TRD PreRunner; $38,100
4. TRD Sport; $39,400
5. TRD Off-Road; $41,800
6. Limited; $52,100
7. TRD Pro; TBA
8. Trailhunter; TBA

Given the above trim ranges and costs, this helps to infer what could be obtainable for the 2024 4Runner, seeing how the SUV and Tacoma truck are so linked.

Projected Price & Trims

According to Car and Driver, there are probably 5 trims to spherical out the 4Runner choice, together with an estimated value vary between $43,000 to $59,000. The vehicle would be a full redesign, with a slight improve from the outgoing gen, and with late availability this yr. Of course, as a result of Toyota has but to formally reveal something, these are all inferences concerning the 4Runner from what we all know concerning the present gen and the brand new Tacoma.

(Source: Car and Driver)

Assumed Availability

Given that we simply bought our latest teaser of the 4Runner, and that the vehicle was recently spied on, we must always anticipate an official reveal very quickly. In reality, this will likely be as early as subsequent week!

An April 9 Reveal!

The latest 4Runner preview shows us some features, as well as an official reveal date. The car will preserve the signature Toyota choice of the rear window completely retracting into the tailgate, one thing that the Tundra is thought for as nicely by way of the cab. From what will be seen contained in the cabin, it appears like there are related designs and expertise which can be found on the Tacoma.

Toyota’s Instagram Hints

It appeared like there was a chance that the 4Runner would simply be a Land Cruiser with the previous’s badge, however that does not appear to be precisely the case. At least the taillights seem like completely different. There positively could also be some overlap, but it surely would not make sense for the Land Cruiser and 4Runner to be completely the identical, or for the Land Cruiser to interchange the 4Runner totally. There’s nonetheless loads of room for each SUVs, particularly if the 4Runner is a smaller and cheaper model of primarily the identical primary construction.

All in all, we’ll have to attend for subsequent week’s disclose to know the complete scope of what the brand new 2024 Toyota 4Runner will convey to the desk. Time will inform the way it will differ and evaluate to the Tacoma and Land Cruiser. Once the reveal comes, the debut ought to be later this yr, and the brand new 4Runner ought to positively be obtainable by early subsequent yr if not sooner.