Off-roading enthusiasts know that the 4Runner comes highly recommended for a reason — and in 2025, Toyota has crafted a version that’s more than ready to tackle the toughest roads.
This year introduces the 6th generation 4Runner, marking the model’s first redesign since 2010. The refresh adds new high-quality trim levels, a hybrid powertrain option, and the most modern safety features, among other benefits.
Let’s go over what drivers can expect with the 2025 4Runner.
A hybrid powertrain option
You may be surprised to learn that an off-roading vehicle would offer a hybrid powertrain, but don’t be fooled — the award-winning 2.4-L turbocharged i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain is even more powerful than its gas counterpart.
Standard on the TRD Pro, Trailhunter, and Platinum grades, this hybrid system offers 326 horsepower and 465 lb.-ft. of torque. It also has an estimated 24 MPG highway rating.
Meanwhile, the i-FORCE 2.4-L — standard on the SR5, TRD Sport, and TRD Sport Premium grades — boasts up to 278 horsepower, 317 lb.-ft of torque, and an estimated 26 MPG.
All-new grades

You may have heard of the Trailhunter and Platinum grades before with vehicles like the Tacoma and Crown, but 2025 marks the first time these grades are available on the 4Runner.
The Trailhunter is exactly what it sounds like: A 4-Runner built to roam the wild. Its standard features include Old Man Emu® shocks and 33-inch Toyo® tires to handle uneven terrain, a high-mount air intake suitable for water crossings, and even an on-board air compressor to maintain your tires or inflate camping equipment.
On the outside, you’ll also find RIGID Industries® color selectable LED fog lamps, an ARB® roof rack, and a bronze-colored “TOYOTA” grille to match the 18-inch bronze-finished wheels.
Meanwhile, the Platinum brings luxury to the 4Runner experience without sacrificing its rugged capabilities. The grade features leather-trimmed seats, heated second-row seats, a tow tech package, and automatic rain-sensing wipers.
The other 2025 4Runner grades include the SR5, TRD Pro, TRD Sport, TRD Sport Premium, TRD Off–Road, TRD Off–Road Premium, and Limited, all of which have their own features to love.
Built for the trail
In its 41 years, the 4Runner has never forgotten its roots — which is why Toyota built the new version with terrain handling in mind.
That starts with its TNGA-F platform, which is shared with other sturdy models like the Tacoma, Tundra, Land Cruiser, and Sequoia. It pairs high-strength steel with aluminum to increase rigidity yet reduce weight.
The 2025 4Runner is offered in 2WD, part-time 4WD, or full-time 4WD. The 2WD models have an automatic limited-slip differential, while 4WD drive models feature a two-speed transfer case with Active Traction Control.
While those systems are inherent, others depend on the model type. They include:
● Stabilizer Disconnect Mechanism: Increases suspension articulation, or the 4Runner’s ability to move the wheels and axles independently for better traction and grip, at the push of a button.
● Multi-Terrain Monitor: Uses front, rear, and side cameras to give you a look at upcoming trail obstacles on the multimedia touchscreen.
● Multi-Terrain Select: Adjustable settings for wheel control in Mud, Dirt, and Sand settings.
● CRAWL Control: For slow-driving, limited traction situations. The system controls acceleration and braking so you can focus on steering around obstacles.
● Downhill Assist Control: Helps you safely navigate a steep descent by controlling the vehicle’s speed.
As one might expect, the 4Runner is also an excellent towing vehicle, with a maximum capacity of 6,000 pounds. The Trailer Back Up Guide with Straight Path Assist helps you keep the trailer in a straight line while reversing, including a bird’s-eye view camera for extra spotting capabilities.
Also useful is the standard Blind Spot Monitor, which can detect a trailer attachment and extend its “sight” to the trailer’s blind spots, and the Tow/Haul setting, which boosts throttle response and transmission functions.
A peek inside the cabin
The 2025 4Runner’s cabin is just as advanced as the vehicle’s other features. Mounted on the dashboard, you’ll see the 8-inch or available 14-inch multimedia touchscreen, which supports Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. It also acts as your portal to Toyota’s subscription-based Connected Services, which allow you to start or lock your car from afar, request emergency assistance at the press of a button, turn your vehicle into a Wi-Fi hotspot, and more.
Standard on all grades is a Smart Key System with a push-button start. You can also request a Card Key, a smart key the size of a credit card to bring with you on the go.
A 14-speaker JBL® premium audio system is also available, alongside a JBL® FLEX portable speaker that charges on the dash and can be removed for up to six hours of use.
Other features depend on the 4Runner’s trim level. The TRD Sport Premium, for example, has SofTex-trimmed power seats, a hands-free liftgate, and a heated steering wheel, while the Limited adds a digital rearview mirror and power moonroof.
Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0
It’s clear that Toyota put its best into the new 4Runner — and why would safety be any different? That’s why Toyota Safety Sense™ (TSS) 3.0, the newest iteration of the system, is standard on every model.
Toyota Safety Sense™ is a suite of several driver assistance systems that work behind the scenes to keep your drive smooth and safe. TSS 3.0 improves upon the previous 2.5+ version, adding and streamlining the systems’ capabilities.
Proactive Driving Assist, for example, is all-new in TSS 3.0. The system uses the 4Runner’s cameras and sensors to help you control the distance between your car and other objects, as well as gently brake into curves.
A redesign that still embraces adventurous roots
The 4Runner may look a little different in 2025, but it hasn’t forgotten its purpose – to provide an off-roading experience like no other. Click here to find your nearest Toyota dealership.