Toyota 4Runner Review

See also the main fact sheets for the (2006) (Toyota) (4Runner).

High Points

Available

• 4.0-liter V6
• 4.7-liter V8
• Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) + Traction Control
• Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist
• Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)
• Downhill Assist Control (DAC)(4WD models)

“It's loaded with the latest off-road electronic technology. Electronic traction control and Downhill Assist Control improve capability off road, while other features improve comfort and handling on the highway.” — New Car Test Drive

“The pre-production models we drove had the high-grade interiors Toyota is known for, with visually and tactically pleasing materials and logical, well-placed switchgear.” — AutoWeek

Low Points

“With a maximum cargo capacity of just 75.1 cubic feet, the 4Runner still lags behind the Ford Explorer, Nissan Pathfinder and Dodge Durango which offer 88, 85 and 88 cubic feet respectively.” — Edmunds.com

“If you rarely venture off-road (and by 'off road' we don't mean dirt roads), then you'll find the Toyota Highlander smoother and more comfortable.” — New Car Test Drive

Performance and Handling

• V6 236 hp @ 5200 rpm/266 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
• V8 260 hp @ 5400 rpm/306 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm

“A new Toyota V6 delivers more power than last year's engine for exceptionally good acceleration performance. And a V8 is also available for the 4Runner for the first time.” — New Car Test Drive

Gas Mileage: Not Best

Ranges from 16 mpg - 22 mpg.

Observed 13 mpg - 16 mpg in a SR5

Safety: 3.2 Stars (out of 5) SR5 2WD

• Traction Control ABS & driveline
• Electronic Stability stability control

ABS 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS) Front Impact Airbags driver and passenger Occupancy Sensor occupancy sensor Side Impact Bars side impact bars

Interior and Comforts

Seating Capacity 5 Front Legroom 41.8 " Rear Legroom 34.6 " Front Headroom 39.7 " Rear Headroom 39.1 " Front Hiproom 55.3 " Rear Hiproom 55.4 " Front Shoulder Room 58.0 " Rear Shoulder Room 57.2 " Passenger Volume 103 cu.ft.

Exterior

GVWR 5,330 lbs. Payload 1,255 lbs. Max Trailer Weight 5,000 lbs. Interior Cargo Volume 42.1 cu.ft. Interior Cargo Volume w/Seats Folded 75.1 cu.ft.

Styles and Options

Models: 2006 Toyota4Runner SR5 V6 4x2 2006 Toyota4Runner SR5 V8 4x2 2006 Toyota4Runner SR5 V6 4x4 2006 Toyota4Runner SR5 Sport V6 4x2 2006 Toyota4Runner SR5 Sport V8 4x2 2006 Toyota4Runner SR5 V8 4x4 2006 Toyota4Runner SR5 Sport V6 4x4 2006 Toyota4Runner SR5 Sport V8 4x4 2006 Toyota4Runner Limited V6 4x2 2006 Toyota4Runner Limited V8 4x2 2006 Toyota4Runner Limited V6 4x4 2006 Toyota4Runner Limited V8 4x4

Main Competitors

Nissan Pathfinder Ford Explorer

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