2014 Toyota 4Runner Adds Rugged Styling, Refined Interior

Jason Siu
by Jason Siu

Toyota has officially unveiled its 2014 4Runner featuring rugged exterior styling to match its authentic off-road heritage.

Currently in its fifth-generation, the Japanese automaker has updated its 4Runner SUV with a rugged new exterior design that’s big and bold while further refining the interior with added comfort and convenience. The 2014 4Runner will be available in three models: SR5, Limited, and Trail for those who want maximum off-road capacity. Optional third-row seating is available for the SR5 and Limited models and buyers will have a choice of rear wheel 4×2, part-time 4×4, or a full-time multi-mode 4×4 with a locking center differential.

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For the 2014 model year, Toyota gave its 4Runner a refreshed front end with a muscular front grille, edgier-smoked headlights while the SR5 and Trail models have a color-matched grille insert and a front bumper surrounded by fog lights set in sharply cut inlays. The Trail grade will also have color-matched bumpers and over fenders and is distinguished by its hood scoop and silver-painted front and rear bumper accents.

As for the interior, both the SR5 and Trail grade add Soft Touch door trim and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob for a premium feel. The instrument panel has benefited with a highly visible Optitron unit while the Eco-Driving feedback system gives the driver real-time fuel consumption data. The SR5 also adds a standard eight-way power driver’s seat for 2014.

The 4Runner is powered by a 4.0-liter V6 with 270 hp and 278 lb-ft of torque and gets an EPA-estimated 17 mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway for 4×2 models. 4×4 models sacrifice 1 mpg on the highway. Maximum towing capacity is 5,000 pounds.

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Jason Siu
Jason Siu

Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.

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