Latest Launch Date for Next-Gen Toyota 4Runner May Surprise You

I leased my 2020 for three years specifically because I want to see the 2022 model, and if there will be a hybrid model. I'm also waiting to see how the EV SUV market shapes up.

Toyota's idea for a redesign of the 4Runner is they trade the 5 spd tranny and upgrade it to a 6 spd keeping the rest the same. After owning a 2004 4Runner for 14 years, Toyota lost my business with their glacial pace of upgrades that are awaited to modernize the 4Runner.

What is interesting is with the current gas tank problem with the 2019 Toyota RAV 4 Hybrid Toyota continues to manufacture and sell to the public defective vehicles. I purchased this vehicle in September of 1969 and had an immediate problem filling the gas tank to its full capacity. This is not a dealer problem, but a manufacturers. I'm waiting for some smart Attorney to file a Class Action Lawsuit against Toyota for manufacturing and selling defective vehicles.

I'll stick with 4th gens until they put a V8 back in.

I drive a 2005, and there's just no reason to upgrade at this point. The engine in my 2005 is 99% the same as the one in the 2020, and that engine was first introduced in 2003. Sure, in 2009 it had some recamming, and they moved the easy-to-change oil filter to a pain in the butt location underneath, but it's still the same awesome, bulletproof, long life, poor mileage, weak engine. Toyota is long overdue for an upgrade, and while I do love the way the 5th gen looks, it's in its eleventh model year without a major update. Toyota should have updated the 4runner 5 years ago. I was really expecting a 2021 update released in 2020, and would be even more disappointed in Toyota if they push back to the dates you've proposed.

Toyota has been falling back technologically for a decade or more. Sure, they make durable and long-lasting vehicles, but if you want efficiency, technology, electrification, power, or performance, you've gotta go somewhere else. They're just far behind on all of those fronts.

I would love to see a dual drive train in the next 4runner: 6spd manual and hybrid. A 4.0-4.6L v8 with 12.0:1 compression and a 6 spd manual, with 300/300 and 20+ mpg should be very possible, and the 3.5L v6 from the Tacoma, paired with a hybrid electric motor should make 350/300+, and might be able to manage 25+.

I owned a 2003 4runner sport with the 4.7 liter V8. I never experienced a problem and it ran like a fine tuned machine until I sold it last year. It was simply having age issues with the seats starting to fall apart and the dash cracking from the hot Cali sun. I was surprised to get $6500 for a 16 year old vehicle. I never had the brake issues that Digitaldoc posted. I always used the OEM pads as my mechanic advised. The one thing that sets the 4runner apart form others, is that it is still assembled in Japan where the average line worker takes deep pride in what they do and would be ashamed of producing a vehicle that lacks quality and craftsmanship. So after looking at the 2020 4 runners I opted for a used Lexus GX460 which is basically a fancy 4runner underneath the skin. I found one with 33,000 miles for $34,000 with a 2 year Lexus certified warranty. Same crappy gas mileage but at least I have more safety features and ventilated front seats. The ride is quieter than the runner but still has the offroad chops. The one big thing I miss is the tail gate with roll down window. The GX460 has a swinging gate. Once the warranty is over, I can start my upgrades with new wheels, tires, and a winch bumper. So for those of you looking at new 4Runners, you might want to save some money and buy a used GX460 that has been garage parked and never taken off road. I think I'll be driving this until all the future 4runners are either hydrogen fuel cell or full electric.

Hybrid 4Runner wtf for? It's an offroad vehicle, not a city stop and go traffic monster with CVT transmission and engine auto start stop, sound like you should buy a rav4 or a highlander and leave the 4runner alone. Maybe give it a little more power, add an option for a small cylinder v8 4.0L-4.2L just for more sales, but really who needs more power from the 4runner are you really trying to race your 5000Lbs SUV, keep the 4.0 V6 with some updates for a little better gas mileage. MANUAL TRANSMISSION would be the best addition possible it's the only thing I wish I could have optioned on my 5th gen. D**m you Tacoma and your Manual transmission why couldn't you share!

I have a 2013 Toyota FJ. Basically the same engine. I would be very interested in a hybrid 4runner. Also. A redesign that would make the vehicle lighter. If Ford can make an all aluminum F150 pickup truck. Surely Toyota can figure something out. Cheers!

I would love to see a 4runner hybrid or one with a Diesel engine. Both could offer higher mileage and torque.

How about using doorlock actuators that arent disposable. I have a 2015 that is on its third driver side actuator and the second passenger side actuatot just stopped working as well.

I just purchased a 2011 (and had to let go my manually transmitted Cr-V in the process) and I'm glad I did because this beast is awesome. In the future, I absolutely want a manual transmission in the next gen 4Runner but we all know that's not happening (come on Toyota: share the Tacoma's tranny with his bigger cousin!). The real question is: why would I have bought a younger unit? They're all the same awesomely capable trucks and they all keep a crazy value. Might as well opt for a model that's going to give you top bangs for your bucks! Time to start putting money aside for a 2025 model to be bought in 2030!

I have had my eye on the 4Runner for years but the fuel mileage held me back. Plus the safety features such as blind spot monitoring have lagged behind the Lexus RX that my wife drives. I have a Silverado 4wd pickup truck which gets better fuel mileage that the 4Runner, so having a SUV is more of a car to me than an off road rock climber.

Is owning a vehicle such as the 4Runner a blatant disrespect to this vehicle? I'm sure some say yay while some say nay. If the redesign addresses fuel economy even with a non-hybrid powerplant, I'm in for sure.

Yes I think they should keep everything it's a great build and reliable truck except for the transmission they should at least have 6 Speed -Plus automatic transmission better gas mileage and smoother shifting

I have had 3 four runners, the current is a 2015 with 103k. I have not had one problem with this truck.
Complaint the seats are not comfortable and need more thigh support.

The power train has needed an upgrade for 4 years now. What a disappointment. Every time I test drive one, I refuse to buy one because of the underpowered performance and terrible efficiency.

I bought my 1997 Toyoya 4Runner Limited new in the fall of 1996. My Toyota is still my daily drive. The car has held up well. I like to ski so it is the perfect car in the mountains. At the 250,000 mile mark I had a head gasket leak and I had the whole engine rebuilt for $5000 and a new starter along with a new radiator. My transmission is still going strong but I am guessing that will go out soon. Two years after the engine built the car is running perfectly. I know this car is based off a truck frame but I would like to see the new the 4Runners have a better not so bouncy rocky ride. The fan base will still want Toyota to use a truck frame. Jeep and Toyota's are the most popular off road SUV's out there. I used to have a Jeep before I bought the Toyota and that was in the shop every few months. I will never buy a Jeep product again. I would like to see a complete redesign of the interior of the new 4Runners. Their interiors right now are really dated. I added all new foam to my seats to make them more comfortable. I did test drive the new 4Runners last year and compared to SUV's from Audi, Kia, Mazda or even the Highlander the new 4Runners seats are not that comfortable. The Audi Q5 has the most comfortable SUV seats. With the new 4Runner's there is not enough body support and good foam in the bottom of their seats. My 97 seats are more comfortable. I would like to see some new seat designs and Toyota needs a good tan leather interior color. My oak color seats are still a very nice color. I looked at the new models on the Toyota site and the upgraded models only come in a black or an ugly dark redwood brown color. Like to see a new engine with more horsepower and at least 6-8 gears plus a hybrid option. Be nice if Toyota offered a 10 year warranty like Kia gives you on their new cars.

I have an ‘04 v8. and am waiting for an electric 4Runner. Will be sad to go rivian/ford if that is the only choice.