2016
Toyota 4Runner

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$35,885
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Available trims

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  • RWD 4dr V6 SR5 (Natl)
    Starts at
    $34,010
    17 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr V6 SR5 (Natl)
    Starts at
    $35,885
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • RWD 4dr V6 SR5 Premium (Natl)
    Starts at
    $36,690
    17 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr V6 Trail (Natl)
    Starts at
    $36,915
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr V6 SR5 Premium (Natl)
    Starts at
    $38,565
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr V6 Trail Premium (Natl)
    Starts at
    $39,595
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr V6 TRD Pro (Natl)
    Starts at
    $41,850
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • RWD 4dr V6 Limited (Natl)
    Starts at
    $42,325
    17 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr V6 Limited (Natl)
    Starts at
    $44,360
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

TRD Pro Series version
Seats five or seven with optional third row
Rear- or four-wheel drive
V-6 engine standard

The good & the bad

The good

Customizable Entune system
Gauge cluster offers scrolling info screen
Off-road capability

The bad

Tall step-in height
Single powertrain
Heavy
Clumsy on-road driving manners
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Safety review

Based on the 2016 Toyota 4Runner base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
4/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
3/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
3/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
24.6%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
24.6%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Maintenance
2 years / 25,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
2 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
7 years / less than 85,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12, 000 miles
Dealer certification
160- or 174-point inspections
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    4.7
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    $34,010
    17 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
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    Seat capacity
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    Rear-wheel drive
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    -
    Payload Capacity
    -
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    $24,575
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    MPG
    2
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    N/A
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  • 2015
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    Toyota 4Runner
    Starts at
    $33,210
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    MPG
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    Seat capacity
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    Engine
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    Drivetrain
    -
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    -
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    $23,660
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    MPG
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    -
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  • 2013
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    Starts at
    $53,795
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    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
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    Payload Capacity
    -
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Consumer reviews

93% of drivers recommend this car
4.7 / 5
Based on 145 reviews
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Comfort 4.7
Interior 4.6
Performance 4.6
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.9

Most recent

By Trickdaddy from Illinois
Owns this car
February 13, 2025

It's the very last body on frame bullet proof SUV.

It's the very last body on frame bullet proof SUV. It's built like a tank is great for all types of driving situations and here in Illinois where the roads are almost as terrible as it's governor it needs to be ready to drive over potholes the size of Pritzkers rear end and handle it. I've had no problems and plan on holding onto it especially now that Toyota has taken a turn for the worse with garbage 4 cylinder turbos.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Steve from Rochester NY
Owns this car
November 19, 2024

After enjoying a bully proof 2001 4Runner limited for

After enjoying a bully proof 2001 4Runner limited for several years, it was time to retire it for a 2016 SR5 Premium. I wisely bought the extended warranty . Things went well for a few years but then I noticed the liftgate was developing blistered paint and rust pinholes. Toyota covered this and dealership re-painted it (I should have insisted liftgate replacement.. more later). Then at 60k miles my steering got very difficult in random parts of a turn, like power steering was varying. Turns out the steering universal was worn and needed replacement for $1k. At about 65 k there was a loud rattle and the muffler heat shield (aluminum) became detached from body and was just laying in the muffler. Same thing happened at about 80k but with the catalytic converter heat shield. In both cases I did not replace as the attachment is just bad design, the steel has galvanic reaction with aluminum and just dissolves at fastener interface. All the while, my liftgate continued to rust from the inside and rattles so loudly with rust particles when I lift it. The rust staining is all over rear bumper. Now at 92k the rear window mechanism in the liftgate face out and window fell down all crooked as I was driving on a cold wet day. So I’m done with this lemon. Not what I expected, Toyota!
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 3.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 3.0
Value 3.0
Exterior 2.0
Reliability 2.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Toyota 4Runner?

The 2016 Toyota 4Runner is available in 6 trim levels:

  • Limited (2 styles)
  • SR5 (2 styles)
  • SR5 Premium (2 styles)
  • TRD Pro (1 style)
  • Trail (1 style)
  • Trail Premium (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Toyota 4Runner?

The 2016 Toyota 4Runner offers up to 17 MPG in city driving and 22 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2016 Toyota 4Runner reliable?

The 2016 Toyota 4Runner has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Toyota 4Runner owners.

Is the 2016 Toyota 4Runner a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Toyota 4Runner. 93.1% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 145 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.6
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.8
  • Reliability: 4.9

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