Toyota 4Runner
This Toyota SUV is as broad and burly as ever. With three trim levels available (SR5, Upgrade Package, Trail and Limited), the 4Runner’s only engine is a 4.0L V6 that generates 270 hp and 278 lbs.-ft. of torque. There’s also just one transmission, a 5-speed automatic. All this is combined with a 4WD system that allows the 4Runner to run off the beaten track with confidence. It is one of the few traditional 4X4 on the market.
Detailed ratings
| The Car Guide rating | 80% |
|---|---|
| Driving | 6/10 |
| Safety | 8/10 |
| Interior | 8/10 |
| Reliability | 10/10 |
| Winter driving | 9/10 |
| Comfort | 7/10 |
What's new in 2012
No major change
Pros
- Well-adapted engine
- Spacious interior
- Rigid chassis
- Decent AWD
- Reassuringly reliable
Cons
- High fuel consumption
- Ho-hum handling
- Some materials kind of cheap
- Sensitive to side winds
- Some controls poorly positioned