Toyota 4Runner — All Years

Reviewed by the 247VehicleCheck Data Team — automotive data reviewers

We have Toyota 4Runner specifications on file for 17 model years, 2010–2026, covering suv trims. Across those years EPA data lists 3 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 20 to 26 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 0 of the 15 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.

YearEngine(s)FuelMPG (UK)CO₂ g/kmNHTSARecallsComplaints
20262.4L 4-cyl turboRegular Gasoline25–282484★——
20252.4L 4-cyl turboRegular Gasoline25–282484★161
20244L 6-cylRegular Gasoline203134★19
20234L 6-cylRegular Gasoline203134★132
20224L 6-cylRegular Gasoline203134★339
20214L 6-cylRegular Gasoline203134★136
20204L 6-cylRegular Gasoline203134★133
20194L 6-cylRegular Gasoline222984★465
20184L 6-cylRegular Gasoline222984★558
20174L 6-cylRegular Gasoline222984★536
20164L 6-cylRegular Gasoline22–232904★879
20154L 6-cylRegular Gasoline22–232904★985
20144L 6-cylRegular Gasoline22–232904★777
20134L 6-cylRegular Gasoline22–232904★636
20124L 6-cylRegular Gasoline232914★896
20112.7L 4-cyl / 4L 6-cylRegular Gasoline23291—10163
20102.7L 4-cyl / 4L 6-cylRegular Gasoline23–24276—12145

Best and Worst Toyota 4Runner Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows

Across the 13 Toyota 4Runner model years from 2010 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 65 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:

Fewest owner complaints

  • 2020 — 33 complaints, 1 recall campaign, 4★ NHTSA
  • 2013 — 36 complaints, 6 recall campaigns, 4★ NHTSA
  • 2017 — 36 complaints, 5 recall campaigns, 4★ NHTSA

Most owner complaints

  • 2011 — 163 complaints, 10 recall campaigns
  • 2010 — 145 complaints, 12 recall campaigns
  • 2012 — 96 complaints, 8 recall campaigns, 4★ NHTSA

Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Engine History

Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What years is the Toyota 4Runner covered on this site?

We have data for 17 model years of the Toyota 4Runner, from 2010 to 2026.

What engines does the Toyota 4Runner come with?

EPA data lists: 2.7L 4-cyl (2010–2011); 4L 6-cyl (2010–2024); 2.4L 4-cyl turbo (2025–2026).

Which Toyota 4Runner year has the best fuel economy?

The 2026 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 26 mpg on its most efficient configuration.

Does the Toyota 4Runner have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?

No model year of this car currently has a 5-star overall NHTSA rating on record here — check the individual year pages above for the exact rating available.

Which Toyota 4Runner model years have the most recalls and complaints?

The 2010 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (12), and the 2011 has the most owner complaints (163). Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.

What body style is the Toyota 4Runner?

The Toyota 4Runner is classed as an SUV on this site.

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