Used Toyota 4Runner for Sale nearCharlotte, NC

How much does the Toyota 4Runner cost in today's market?

Used Toyota 4Runner prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Toyota 4Runner's current nationwide average price is $36,681, and its lowest point over the past year was $34,119. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023 and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Toyota 4Runner a good car?

Yes — the Toyota 4Runner is a strong choice if you want a rugged SUV with lasting appeal. The all-generations owner rating is 4.64/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its reliability, off-road capability, and comfort, and they also highlight its spacious interior and strong resale value. Expert reviews reinforce that appeal with a focus on the 4Runner's adventure-ready character, family-carrying ability, and available hybrid powertrain.

Expert reviews rate the 2014 and 2025 models among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs show up in the ride, second-row comfort, and fuel efficiency, especially in recent expert-tested years. If you want a tough SUV with proven durability and a loyal following, the 4Runner makes a compelling case.

34.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Toyota 4Runner models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently describe the Toyota 4Runner as durable, dependable, and well suited to long-term ownership. Across the model years in the data, it earns especially strong praise for reliability, ruggedness, and resale value.

• Owners rate the Toyota 4Runner between 4.17 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the long-term ownership picture looks favorable if you prioritize durability and proven utility.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 76.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Safety Sense 3.0, plus blind-spot monitors, front and rear cross-traffic alert, and traffic-jam assist.
• Infotainment: wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus an 8-inch touchscreen that grows to 14 inches in Premium trims or higher.
• Fuel efficiency: The 4Runner hybrid delivers an EPA-rated 23 mpg city, 24 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined.

Which Toyota 4Runner trim should I buy?

The 2026 Toyota 4Runner offers these trims:

• SR5: The entry trim starts the lineup and gives you the 4Runner's core rugged character at the lowest price point.
• TRD Sport: This trim adds a sportier street-focused setup within the lineup.
• TRD Sport Premium: This version builds on TRD Sport with added premium equipment.
• TRD Off-Road: This is the best-value trim for buyers who want the most affordable path into the more capable off-road setup.
• TRD Off-Road Premium: This trim adds the Multi-Terrain Monitor, which uses the surround-view camera to provide several extra views to aid off-roading.
• Limited: This trim adds a full-time 4WD system with a locking center differential and a more street-oriented setup.
• Platinum: This trim adds the i-Force Max hybrid system and full-time 4WD.
• Trailhunter: This off-road model adds a snorkel, Old Man Emu shocks, rock rails, an on-board compressor, an ARB roof rack, and steel skid plates.
• TRD Pro: This off-road model adds Fox adjustable remote-reservoir shocks, an aluminum front skid-plate, underbody protection, and the i-Force Max hybrid system.

What Toyota 4Runner do most buyers choose?

The Toyota 4Runner years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2022.

These higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they offer a wider selection of trims and pricing, which makes it easier to compare options. They also sit close enough to the newest redesign to feel current while still giving you more used-market choice.

What is the Toyota 4Runner's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, which is good news if you're shopping used and want more room to negotiate. The sharpest drop appears in the newest model year, while a few recent years are much closer to flat. Overall, the pattern favors buyers looking for value in older and mid-cycle versions.

The 2023 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2024, 2023, and 2017 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Toyota 4Runner safe?

• 2026: 6/10
• 2025: 7/10
• 2024: 4/10
• 2023: 3/10
• 2022: 7/10
• 2021: 3/10
• 2020: 7/10
• 2019: 6/10
• 2016: 6/10
• 2015: 3/10
• 2014: 8/10

Toyota equips every 4Runner with its Safety Sense 3.0 suite of safety features.

For the safest used buy, the 2014 model posts the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Toyota 4Runner now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −8.4% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −0.56%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 38.3% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 36.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $47,153. The Toyota 4Runner offers rugged body-on-frame character, strong off-road capability, and a durable, family-friendly feel.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The base engine generates 278 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque, while the i-Force Max hybrid increases output to 326 hp and 465 lb-ft.
• Tech: The 4Runner comes standard with a 7-inch digital instrument cluster and an 8-inch touchscreen, and the touchscreen grows to 14 inches in any Premium trim or higher.
• Safety: Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 includes forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, road-sign recognition, and high-beam assist.
• Starting price: Prices start at $43,665 for the SR5.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.