Used 2025 Toyota 4Runner for Sale nearBakersfield, CA

How much does the 2025 Toyota 4Runner cost?

Prices have softened 7.51% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 3,506 listings available, which suggests you have a solid amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2025 Toyota 4Runner a good car?

Yes — the 2025 Toyota 4Runner earns a 5/5 user rating and a 7.7/10 expert rating. The model scores 8/10 across Look and feel, Performance, Form and function, and Cost effectiveness.

The 2025 redesign keeps the 4Runner’s rugged identity while adding more capability, power, comfort, and technology. It is also described as more composed on pavement than before, while still aiming to be a solid all-terrain vehicle for drivers who want to extend their adventures further.

One trade-off is limited rear-seat space, so you may want to weigh passenger comfort against the 4Runner’s strengths in capability and efficiency. Another is that the Trailhunter’s snorkel can add wind noise on road trips.

The market shows 36.2% good or great deals, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2025 Toyota 4Runner reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The 2025 4Runner is presented as a vehicle that builds on qualities buyers have valued for years, including capability and durability, while adding a more modern powertrain lineup. Its standard turbocharged four-cylinder is described as more powerful than the previous-generation V6, and the hybrid adds stronger usable power at lower speeds, which is especially helpful off-road.

Toyota also says the standard engine is estimated to return 20 mpg city and 26 mpg highway, and the hybrid is estimated at 23/24/23. That efficiency improvement, paired with the brand’s reliability reputation, points to a truck that should be easier to live with over time than the older model.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that a more capable, more complex redesign can bring higher ownership costs if you choose a heavily equipped trim.

What should I look for when buying a used 2025 Toyota 4Runner?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 93.9% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a vehicle history report and verify that the specific truck you’re considering has a clean maintenance record. A pre-purchase inspection is especially important if you’re looking at a more off-road-focused trim, since those vehicles may have seen harder use. Pay close attention to interior wear, tire condition, and any signs of trail damage or aftermarket modifications.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The cabin is more attractive and refined than before, but there is still plenty of hard plastic, and the base setup may leave you wanting more equipment if you value comfort and convenience.
• Powertrain: The standard 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder makes 317 horsepower and 278 pound-feet of torque, while the hybrid adds 326 hp and 465 lb-ft for stronger low-speed punch.
• Safety package: Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 includes frontal collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a traffic sign reader, and automatic high beams. A blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alerts is optional.
• Infotainment: An 8-inch touchscreen is standard on supporting trims, a 14-inch screen is available, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are offered.
• Fuel efficiency: The standard engine is estimated at 20 mpg city, 26 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined, while the hybrid is estimated at 23/24/23.

Which 2025 Toyota 4Runner trim should I buy?

The 2025 Toyota 4Runner is offered in 9 trim levels: SR5, TRD Off-Road, TRD Pro, Trailhunter, and five additional trims that are not named in the provided data.

Here's the short version:

• SR5: This is the entry point, and it makes sense if you want the redesigned 4Runner’s core capability and modern powertrain without paying for extra off-road hardware.
• TRD Off-Road: This is the best-value choice if you want a stronger adventure focus, since the data says even the mid-range TRD Off-Road models are impressively capable.
• TRD Pro: Choose this if you want the most capable factory-built off-road setup in the lineup.
• Trailhunter: This is the other top adventure trim, and it is aimed at buyers who want serious trail hardware with a more overland-style personality.

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard across the lineup, while blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alerts is optional.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2025 Toyota 4Runner?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 36.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 3,506 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.51% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 93.9% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $48,441, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2025 Toyota 4Runner's resale value?

The current average of $48,443 sits slightly below last year's $52,375.

That softer pricing can help you buy in at a more favorable point, which matters if you plan to resell later. If the market continues to normalize around this redesigned model, future depreciation may be steadier than it was for the older generation. Stronger efficiency, more modern tech, and the 4Runner’s reputation for capability should help keep buyer interest healthy.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2025 Toyota 4Runner safe?

The 2025 Toyota 4Runner does not yet have crash test results from NHTSA or IIHS.

It earns a 7/10 safety score from our experts.

All 4Runner models come standard with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, which includes frontal collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a traffic sign reader, and automatic high beams. Proactive Driving Assist is also included, though the system could be too intrusive for many drivers, and you can disable it. A blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alerts is optional.

Should I buy a 2025 Toyota 4Runner or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2025 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2025 if:

• 36.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 93.9% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.51% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It brings a redesigned cabin, more capability, and a more modern powertrain lineup.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $46,601, the 2024 costs less than the current year's $48,443 average.
• It remains a rugged, reliable off-road SUV with plenty of cargo space.

Consider the 2026 if:

• It leans hard into old-school SUV character and remains one of the better off-roaders on the market.

The bottom line: If you want the most modern 4Runner experience, the 2025 is the better primary choice. If you’re focused on saving money, the 2024 is the more budget-friendly path, while the 2026 makes sense if you want to compare the next step in the lineup’s adventure-first direction.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.