Toyota Toyota 4Runner (N280 5th Gen)
The legendary fifth-generation 4Runner built on the rugged Land Cruiser Prado 150 platform with a fully boxed steel frame. Powered by the indestructible 4.0L 1GR-FE Dual VVT-i V6 paired with an A750F 5-speed automatic transmission.
Generation Quick Facts: The Toyota 4Runner (N280 5th Gen) was manufactured from 2010 – 2024 (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 model years) as a suv. Across 4 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 270 to 270 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 17.0 MPG combined (SR5 / SR5 Premium 4WD).
Power range
270 hp
Quickest 0–100
7.6 s
Best combined
17 MPG
Length
4.83 m
01Decision support
Which Toyota 4Runner (N280 5th Gen) suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
SR5 / SR5 Premium 4WD
17.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 0% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest Toyota 4Runner (N280 5th Gen).
Performance · quickest
Limited 4WD (Full-Time Torsen)
0–100 km/h in 7.6s · 270 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
Sweet spot · balance
TRD Pro
270 hp · 17.0 MPG
Sits mid-range for power without paying the fuel or price tax of the flagship trim. Usually the best value on the used market.
024 powertrains (4 gasoline)
Full specifications
| Specification | SR5 / SR5 Premium 4WDGasoline | TRD Off-Road / Off-Road PremiumGasoline | TRD ProGasoline | Limited 4WD (Full-Time Torsen)Gasoline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||||
| Engine code | 1GR-FE 4.0L | 1GR-FE 4.0L | 1GR-FE 4.0L Pro | 1GR-FE 4.0L Limited |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Displacement | 4.0L (3,956 cc) | 4.0L (3,956 cc) | 4.0L (3,956 cc) | 4.0L (3,956 cc) |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Naturally Aspirated | Naturally Aspirated | Naturally Aspirated |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 | V6 | V6 |
| Power & Performance | ||||
| Power | 270 hp / 201 kW | 270 hp / 201 kW | 270 hp / 201 kW | 270 hp / 201 kW |
| Torque | 377 Nm / 278 lb-ft | 377 Nm / 278 lb-ft | 377 Nm / 278 lb-ft | 377 Nm / 278 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 7.7 s | 7.8 s | 7.8 s | 7.6 s |
| Top speed | 185 km/h (115 mph) | 185 km/h (115 mph) | 185 km/h (115 mph) | 185 km/h (115 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||||
| Transmission | 5-Speed Automatic (A750F) | 5-Speed Automatic (A750F) | 5-Speed Automatic (A750F) | 5-Speed Automatic (A750F) |
| Gears | — | — | — | — |
| Drivetrain | Part-Time | Part-Time | Part-Time | Full-Time |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | ||||
| City | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100km) | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100km) | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100km) | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100km) |
| Highway | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100km) | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100km) | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100km) | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100km) |
| Combined | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100km) | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100km) | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100km) | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — | — | — |
| Battery | — | — | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | — | — | — | — |
| Weight & Body | ||||
| Curb weight | 2,111 kg (4,654 lbs) | 2,155 kg (4,751 lbs) | 2,155 kg (4,751 lbs) | 2,179 kg (4,804 lbs) |
| Seats | 7 | 5 | 5 | 7 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Model years | 2010-2024 | 2015-2024 | 2015-2024 | 2010-2024 |
0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,831 mm
190.2 in
Width
1,925 mm
75.8 in
Height
1,781 mm
70.1 in
Wheelbase
2,789 mm
109.8 in
Curb weight spans 2,111–2,179 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Toyota 4Runner (N280 5th Gen): questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Toyota 4Runner (N280 5th Gen)?
The Toyota 4Runner (N280 5th Gen) lineup offers 4 gasoline: SR5 / SR5 Premium 4WD (270 hp), TRD Off-Road / Off-Road Premium (270 hp), TRD Pro (270 hp), Limited 4WD (Full-Time Torsen) (270 hp).
How quick is the Toyota 4Runner (N280 5th Gen) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the Limited 4WD (Full-Time Torsen), accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.6s, reaching a top speed of 185 km/h (115 mph) with the SR5 / SR5 Premium 4WD.
What is the most fuel-efficient Toyota 4Runner (N280 5th Gen) trim?
The SR5 / SR5 Premium 4WD delivers the highest fuel economy at 17.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 4 powertrains, fuel economy spans 17–17 combined MPG.
What model years are included in the Toyota 4Runner (N280 5th Gen)?
The Toyota 4Runner (N280 5th Gen) was produced from 2010 – 2024, spanning the following model years: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Toyota 4Runner (N280 5th Gen)?
4831 mm long, 1925 mm wide, 1781 mm tall on a 2789 mm wheelbase (190.2 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Toyota 4RunnerCertification data, 2010–2024
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2010 Toyota 4Runner, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Toyota official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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