Unlike many mid-size SUVs, the truck-based 2007 Toyota 4Runner is designed to stray far from the tarmac. It has a ladder frame and a high ground clearance, and the V8 is equipped with both high and a low ranges.
Two engines are available, with the base motor being a 236-horsepower 4.0L V6. A 4.7L all-aluminum V8 is optional. It uses double overhead camshafts, four vales per cylinder, variable valve timing with intelligence (VVT-i), and electronic throttle control system with intelligence (ETCS-i) to produce 260 horsepower and 306 ft-lb of torque. Both engines are paired with Toyota's five-speed automatic transmission with "artificial intelligence." Toyota claims this technology adapts to driving habits, altering when gear shifts occur to maximize power or efficiency.
Buyer's can opt for rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, as well as SR5, SR5 Sport Edition, and Limited trim levels. The SR5 comes with hill-start assist, skid plates on the engine and fuel tank, fog lamps, power mirrors, cruise control, power locks and windows (including the rear), automatic climate control, and a CD player with an auxiliary input jack. The SR5 Sport adds an enhanced suspension, 17-inch aluminum wheels, a hood scoop, a roof rack and side steps, heated mirrors, power front seats, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The Limited trim receives 18-inch alloy wheels, illuminated running boards, leather seats, a six-disc CD changer, dual zone automatic climate control, and HomeLink.
Standard safety equipment on all 4Runners includes stability and traction controls, anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution, and a tire pressure monitor. Front seat-mounted air bags and first and second row side curtain air bags are optional.
Other options include a third row seating, enhanced audio, a moonroof, a tow hitch, a rear seat entertainment system, and navigation.
Rugged Off-road Capabilities
Long-running And Reliability
Choice Of V6 Or V8 Engine.
The Toyota 4Runner has no changes for 2007, but continues to offer a unique combination of Toyota dependability and off-road prowess.
The 2007 Toyota 4Runner is an SUV that is at home in the grocery store parking lot or rumbling down the trail to a mountain lake. Built on a truck frame, the 4Runner offers ground clearance and heavy-duty parts that allow it to go to locales other SUVs fear to tread. The V6 achieves 22 mpg on the highway, while the V8 is able to tow up to 7,300 pounds.