Used 2025 Toyota 4Runner for Sale nearPalatine, IL

How much does the 2025 Toyota 4Runner cost?

Prices have softened 6.80% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 3,261 listings available, which suggests you have a healthy amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2025 Toyota 4Runner a good car?

Yes — the 5/5 user rating points to strong owner satisfaction, and the expert rating is 7.67/10. The model scores 8/10 across Look and feel, Performance, Form and function, and Cost effectiveness.

The 2025 4Runner fits you well if you want a rugged SUV that still feels more composed on pavement. Its strengths include stylish design, excellent off-road abilities, and a relatively fuel-efficient character, while the new hybrid option adds efficiency and the updated cabin brings more comfort and technology than before.

The main trade-offs are limited rear-seat space and some powertrain noise when worked hard. If you need maximum passenger room, you should pay close attention to the back seat before you buy.

The market looks reasonably supportive, with 32.6% of listings marked as good or great deals.

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 more refined evolution of a long-running formula, with Toyota also emphasizing reliability in its overall positioning. The standard four-cylinder turbo is described as more powerful than the previous V6, and the new hybrid adds stronger low-speed usable power without turning the truck into a typical fuel-sipping hybrid.

Toyota also says the standard engine is estimated to return 20 mpg city, 26 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined, which supports lower day-to-day operating costs than the outgoing setup. For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is that the more complex hybrid and off-road-focused hardware may be worth inspecting carefully for wear and maintenance history.

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

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 95.6% — 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 matters here, especially if the 4Runner has seen trail use, because off-road hardware and underbody condition can tell you a lot about how it was treated. Focus on cabin wear, rear-seat space needs, and whether the equipment level matches what you expect for the price.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The cabin is purposeful and relatively refined for the class, but there is a lot of hard plastic, so you should pay attention to material quality and equipment differences as you move up the lineup.
• Powertrain: You get a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 317 horsepower and 278 pound-feet of torque, or an i-Force Max hybrid with 326 hp and 465 lb-ft of torque; the hybrid is the stronger low-speed choice.
• 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. Blind-spot monitoring 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 along with a wireless charging pad.
• 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 the other trims referenced in the expert content.

Here's the short version:

• SR5: This is the entry point, and it makes sense if you want the lowest starting price and plan to add only the equipment you truly need.
• TRD Off-Road: This is the best-value choice if you want a stronger off-road focus without jumping all the way to the most expensive adventure models.
• TRD Pro: This is the most capable choice if you want the top adventure-oriented setup and are willing to pay for it.
• Trailhunter: This is the pick if you want the most overland-style hardware and can live with the added wind noise from the snorkel.

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 comes standard across the lineup, while blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alerts remains 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 without expecting every listing to be a bargain.

• Deal availability: 32.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 3,261 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.80% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 95.6% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $48,805, 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 $50,581 sits slightly below last year's $54,270.

That softer pricing can help you buy more carefully now, but it also means future sellers may need to stay realistic if the market remains well supplied. The current year-round range suggests there is still room for prices to move around, so condition and trim will matter a lot when you eventually resell.

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 either NHTSA or IIHS.

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

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard and 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 it can feel intrusive for some drivers, and blind-spot monitoring 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:

• 32.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 95.6% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.80% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It adds more capability, power, comfort, and technology than the previous generation.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $46,820, the 2024 costs less than the current year's $50,581 average.
• It remains a rugged, off-road-focused SUV with strong reliability and durability.

Consider the 2026 if:

• It carries more passengers than the Jeep Wrangler and the Ford Bronco.

The bottom line: If you want the most modern 4Runner formula, the 2025 is the primary pick because it adds meaningful upgrades in power, refinement, and technology. If your priority is saving money, the 2024 is the better value play, while the 2026 is worth a look if passenger capacity matters more than price.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.