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Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro — US review

Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro Review (2025–)

The 4Runner Reborn

Toyota US review Since 2025 Updated September 2026 Edited by

Searching for the 2026 4Runner TRD Pro price? It is $67,900 — a $1,000 jump from $66,900 last year, per Carscoops and the Toyota USA Newsroom 2026 announcement. Most other trims climbed roughly $300, and the 2026 range now opens at $41,570 plus $1,450 delivery. The truck itself is a carryover of the sixth-generation hybrid 4Runner that finally replaced a 14-year-old platform in 2025.

Autoblog frames the 2026 as "pricier without major updates" and suggests cross-shopping leftover 2025s, since 2026 units began arriving in fall 2025. One new configuration decision favours the TRD Off-Road buyer — more below.

Vehicle Overview

Vehicle SegmentSUV
Body StyleMid-size body-on-frame SUV
Release Year2025
Trim/Variant ReviewedTRD Pro
Available TrimsSR5, TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, Limited, Platinum, TRD Pro, Trailhunter

Seven trims span work truck to desert runner; this review focuses on the TRD Pro.

Key Specifications

Engine2.4L Turbo i-FORCE MAX Hybrid
Power326 hp, 630 Nm
Transmission8-speed automatic
EPA MPG23 city / 24 hwy / 23 combined
Drivetrain4WD with locking rear differential
Dimensions194.9" L × 77.9" W × 76.6" H
Curb weight5,070 lb
Cargo42.6 cu ft (82.6 max)
TowingUp to 6,000 lb
Seats5

4Runner TRD Off-Road vs TRD Pro: the 2026 change

The one functional change for 2026 lands exactly here: Toyota's Stabilizer Disconnect Mechanism — the sway-bar release that frees front-axle articulation on rocks — becomes optional on the TRD Off-Road Premium when equipped with the i-FORCE MAX hybrid, per Carscoops and Autoblog. It was previously restricted to the TRD Pro and Trailhunter.

The disconnect was one of the cleanest reasons to pay TRD Pro money; the hardware the Off-Road still cannot option is tabled below, per Autoblog and Toyota USA Newsroom equipment lists.

Off-road hardware at a glance

Dampers (TRD Pro)FOX Internal Bypass shocks
Tires and wheels (TRD Pro)33-inch all-terrains on 17-inch wheels
Traction hardware4WD, locking rear differential, Multi-Terrain Select, crawl control
Stabilizer Disconnect MechanismTRD Pro and Trailhunter; optional on TRD Off-Road Premium hybrid for 2026
TRD Pro detailsSkid plates, performance exhaust, Rigid LED fog lights, heritage grille light bar
TowingUp to 6,000 lb

Exterior Design

The TNGA-F body modernized the nameplate in 2025; TRD Pro adds high-clearance bumpers, 17-inch wheels for the 33-inch rubber, and the exclusive Sunset Bronze heritage color.

Interior, Comfort & Materials

An 8-inch touchscreen is standard with a 14-inch unit on higher trims, the TRD Pro gets unique camo cloth seats, and SR5 and Limited buyers can add a power-folding third row.

Features & Infotainment

Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, Tracker off-road navigation arrives from TRD Off-Road upward, and a 14-speaker JBL system is available.

Safety & Ratings

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard, bundling a pre-collision system, lane departure alert and full-speed adaptive cruise.

Driving Performance & Handling

The i-FORCE MAX hybrid's 326 hp and 630 Nm move 5,070 lb of body-on-frame SUV to 60 mph in about 7 seconds, and the TRD Pro's FOX Internal Bypass shocks and 33-inch all-terrain tires are aimed squarely at terrain, not tarmac — the firm on-road ride is the price of that hardware.

Fuel Efficiency

EPA Combined MPG23
City MPG23
Highway MPG24
Fuel tank19 gallons
Estimated total range437 miles

Owner Costs

Cost itemEstimateBasis
Full-coverage insurance (US average)roughly $185 to $245 per monthInsurify $243/mo (Sept 2026); CNBC Select about $208/mo; Experian $2,241/yr
Fuel: 12,000 miles at today's priceabout $2,340 a yearAAA average $4.48/gal (21 Sept 2026), 23 MPG combined
Fuel: 12,000 miles at the 2026 averageabout $2,000 a yearEIA forecast: $3.84/gal average for 2026

The $340 gap between the fuel rows is the volatility tax on a 23 MPG truck — see why gas prices are so high in 2026.

Practicality & Everyday Usability

Cargo runs 42.6 cu ft behind the second row and 82.6 folded, towing is rated to 6,000 lb, and the 19-gallon tank gives roughly 437 miles.

Warranty & Maintenance

Basic warranty3 years / 36,000 miles
Powertrain warranty5 years / 60,000 miles

Price & Value for Money

4Runner range from (2026)$41,570 plus $1,450 delivery
TRD Pro (2026)$67,900
TRD Pro (2025)$66,900
Typical trim rise for 2026roughly $300

$67,900 is serious money, and the TRD Pro asks it on hardware and history: a locking rear differential, hybrid torque, and the segment's durability and resale record.

Comparison with Rivals

Key competitors include the Ford Bronco, Jeep Wrangler 4xe and Land Rover Defender 90 — the 4Runner is the durability and resale leader, plus the only hybrid in the group.

RivalHow it compares
Ford BroncoMore modern in execution
Jeep Wrangler 4xeMore capable off-road out of the box
Land Rover Defender 90The third name on the usual shortlist

Pros & Cons

Pros

First hybrid 4Runner — 326 hp, 465 lb-ft

All-new platform finally modernizes a beloved icon

Class-leading off-road capability with TRD Pro hardware

Toyota reliability and outstanding resale

Cons

Pricey at the TRD Pro trim

On-road ride is firm

Fuel economy improvements modest

Overall Rating

4.5 / 5 — the modernization this nameplate needed, pairing hybrid torque with class-leading off-road kit and Toyota resale; a firm ride and a steep TRD Pro price are the asterisks.

Research review

True Motion Auto has not independently road-tested this vehicle. Specifications, pricing and performance figures are compiled from manufacturer technical data and published independent tests, and are attributed where quoted. Our score reflects a structured research assessment of specifications, pricing, safety data and owner feedback for the segment — not an independent road test. Read how we review cars.

Final Verdict

The sixth-generation 4Runner remains the modernization the legend deserved. For 2026 the advice splits: pay TRD Pro money if the FOX shocks and 33s earn their keep, or spec the TRD Off-Road Premium hybrid with the disconnect and pocket the difference.

Related reading: the Toyota Land Cruiser review on the same platform, our Toyota Tacoma review and the three-row Toyota Sequoia review.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the 2026 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro?
The 2026 TRD Pro stickers at $67,900, a $1,000 rise from $66,900 in 2025, per Carscoops and the Toyota USA Newsroom. The wider range starts at $41,570 plus $1,450 delivery.
What is the difference between the 4Runner TRD Off-Road and TRD Pro?
The TRD Pro adds FOX Internal Bypass shocks, 33-inch all-terrain tires, Rigid LED fog lights, the Toyota heritage grille with integrated light bar, skid plates, a performance exhaust and a hands-free power liftgate.
Does the 2026 4Runner TRD Off-Road get the Stabilizer Disconnect Mechanism?
Yes, as an option. For 2026 Toyota makes the Stabilizer Disconnect Mechanism optional on the TRD Off-Road Premium when equipped with the i-FORCE MAX hybrid, per Carscoops and Autoblog.
Is the 2026 Toyota 4Runner worth buying over a leftover 2025?
The 2026 truck is a carryover, and Autoblog frames it as pricier without major updates, suggesting buyers cross-shop leftover 2025s. The one 2026-specific draw is the Stabilizer Disconnect option on the TRD Off-Road Premium hybrid.

Specifications, prices and equipment were current at publication and vary by model year, trim and market. Verify final details with a franchised dealer before ordering. Read how we review cars and our editorial policy.