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The 2025 Toyota 4Runner release date brought forth an all-new design for the iconic 4Runner SUV. In essence, the only thing that isn't new is the vehicle's spirit of ruggedness and reliability. From innovative engines to never-before-seen trim levels, the 2025 4Runner marks the beginning of the nameplate's sixth generation with improvements all around. To learn more about the 2025 Toyota 4Runner release date and how this new model compares to the 2024 version, read on: This guide from Toyota of Irving covers what you need to know prior to a 4Runner test-drive.
The 2025 Toyota 4Runner release date involved a full model redesign. To start, there's the exterior: The silhouette is similar, but the styling is all-new, boasting fresh body lines that create a rugged yet sleek look that means business. This brings the 4Runner exterior in line with the Tacoma, and likewise, the interior received a massive rework, now boasting updated tech amenities like standard Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 and an available 14-inch touchscreen.
It's a similar story under the hood. Now the 4Runner is offered with two engines: the standard i-FORCE turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with 278 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque, or the available i-FORCE MAX option, which adds hybrid power, giving you 326 horsepower, 465 pound-feet of torque, and up to an EPA-estimated 23/24/23 MPG (City/Highway/Combined).1
Both the new Toyota 4Runner i-FORCE MAX for sale and the standard i-FORCE version can tow up to 6,000 pounds.2 Meanwhile, the standard two-row interior can be enhanced with an optional third-row package, letting the 4Runner seat up to seven.
True to its mission, the 2025 Toyota 4Runner release date also brought more off-road features to the party, including an all-new Stabilizer Disconnect Mechanism and new suspension options from Bilstein®, FOX®, and Old Man Emu. Classic 4Runner features like Multi-Terrain Select are enhanced for this new generation. Similarly, the interior is roomier, offering around 2 inches of extra second-row legroom compared to the 2024 model.
With so many 2025 Toyota 4Runner changes, you may be wondering if a previous-generation model is worthwhile. The answer is undoubtedly "yes." Why? Because the 2024 and earlier 4Runner models are still massively capable, have proven reliability, and are still quite safe and comfortable as family vehicles.
Both the 2025 and 2024 4Runner can be equipped with three-row seating. However, the interior redesign of the sixth-generation 4Runner provides a little bit more seating space: The 2025 model gives you 41.8 inches of front legroom and 34.8 inches of rear legroom, while the 2024 version has 41.7 and 32.9 inches.
Engines are perhaps the biggest difference between the 2024 and 2025 Toyota 4Runner. The previous generation model only offered a 4.0-liter V-6; the 2025 redesign introduces two four-cylinder engines, both of which are more powerful and more efficient than the discontinued V-6. Specifically, the 2024 and earlier 4Runner delivered up to 270 horsepower and an EPA-estimated 16/19/17 MPG (City/Highway/Combined),1 while the 2025 4Runner SUV's standard i-FORCE engine makes 278 horsepower and delivers up to an 20/26/22 MPG (City/Highway/Combined).1
We won't even compare the 2025 Toyota 4Runner i-FORCE MAX hybrid, as the 2024 and earlier 4Runner generations did not offer hybrid power; this is another key difference. And while both the 2024 and 2025 models have a lot of similar off-road features, the 2025 4Runner introduces more, including a Stabilizer Disconnect Mechanism. It's a similar story for technology. The 2025 model's 14-inch available touchscreen and Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 vs. the 2024 version's 8-inch unit and Toyota Safety Sense serve as key examples.
Familiar trims line the 2025 4Runner model roster, but some new options join the party, too. Here are all the 2025 4Runner trim levels:
The returning trims fill the same role as last year, such as the base value-packed SR5 trim, the top-tier off-road-developed TRD Pro, and the luxuriously appointed Limited. The new trims are Platinum (the new highest luxury model) and Trailhunter (a more exploration-oriented off-road edition), along with all the i-FORCE MAX hybrid variants. For the latter, these options add the hybrid engine while maintaining the spirit of their respective trim packages (such as the TRD Off-Road when it becomes the TRD Off-Road i-FORCE MAX).
When exploring our Toyota 4Runner lease deals, you'll note that color options are a similar story. Our favorite new addition from the 2025 Toyota 4Runner release date is Mudbath, as it perfectly represents what the 4Runner is all about. The full color lineup includes:
To test-drive a new Toyota 4Runner for sale and tour the various trim levels and configurations, visit us today at Toyota of Irving. We can also take you on a full walkthrough of the redesigned 2025 4Runner and help you experience everything that made the 2025 Toyota 4Runner release date a great event.
Yes, the 2025 4Runner has two new engine options: the i-FORCE 2.4-liter turbo four-cylinder engine with 278 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque and the i-FORCE MAX 2.4-liter hybrid that makes 326 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque. Both options send their power through an eight-speed automatic transmission with special uphill and downhill shift logic for trail-riding ease.
Optional packages for the 2025 Toyota 4Runner vary by trim, but one of the most popular examples is the Third-Row Seating package, which (as the name suggests) adds a third row of seats to your 4Runner, letting it fit seven people. The Tow Tech Package is another option: it includes a Trailer Backup Guide with Straight Path Assist, an Integrated Trailer Brake Controller, and a digital rearview mirror.
The miles per gallon ratings for the 2025 Toyota 4Runner will vary by trim and configuration. For 2025 4Runner i-FORCE models, expect up to an EPA-estimated 20/26/22 MPG (City/Highway/Combined).1 Meanwhile, the i-FORCE MAX hybrid version of the 4Runner makes more power than the i-FORCE models and can get up to an EPA-estimated 23/24/23 MPG (City/Highway/Combined).1
12/02/25
From the time I called ahead to make sure that the 4Runner I saw online, was truly on the lot, to the time I drove off the lot in my new 4Runner, I was truly impressed. The whole team was amazing, I never felt pressured to make a decision. Efran, my sales person, was awesome!
1Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle's condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.
2Before towing, confirm your vehicle and trailer are compatible, hooked up and loaded properly and that you have any necessary additional equipment. Do not exceed any Weight Ratings and follow all instructions in your Owner's Manual. The maximum you can tow depends on base curb weight plus the total weight of any cargo, occupants, and added vehicle equipment. "Added vehicle equipment" includes additional standard/optional equipment and accessories added by the manufacturer, dealers, and/or vehicle owners. The only way to be certain of your vehicle's exact curb weight is to weigh your vehicle without passengers or cargo. [Calculated with the new SAE J2807 method.] Installation of a tow hitch receiver or other accessories located near the rear bumper or side-door kick sensors may require disabling or removing the kick sensor, and the sensor operation setting in your vehicle should be turned off. See Owner's Manual for limitations.
