Used Toyota 4Runner for Sale nearSouthport, 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 $36,640, and its lowest point over the past year was $34,113. 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 broad owner appeal and a clear identity. The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 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 long-term value. Expert reviews reinforce that appeal by pointing to its 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 that show up in recent expert reviews are a firm ride, limited second-row comfort, and hybrid efficiency that trails expectations for the class.

31.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Toyota 4Runner models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Toyota 4Runner for its reliability, ruggedness, and long-lasting value. Expert reviews also reinforce its durable, go-anywhere character and strong resale appeal.

• Owners rate the Toyota 4Runner between 4.2 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, that combination points to a vehicle with strong long-term ownership appeal, especially if you value 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 76.5% — 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: Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, plus blind-spot monitors, front and rear cross-traffic alert, and traffic-jam assist
• Infotainment: 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 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 more street-oriented setup within the lineup while keeping the 4Runner’s truck-based identity.
• TRD Sport Premium: This version builds on the TRD Sport with more equipment and a more upscale feel.
• TRD Off-Road: This is the best-value trim for shoppers who want serious trail hardware, including a locking rear differential, Bilstein remote-reservoir dampers, 18-inch wheels with 33-inch all-terrain tires, skid plates, and the Multi-Terrain System.
• TRD Off-Road Premium: This trim adds the Multi-Terrain Monitor for extra off-road visibility and is a strong pick if you want the off-road gear plus more convenience.
• Limited: This trim brings a full-time 4WD system with a locking center differential and a more street-friendly setup.
• Platinum: This trim adds the hybrid powertrain and a more premium equipment mix.
• Trailhunter: This off-road-focused trim adds a snorkel, Old Man Emu shocks, rock rails, an on-board compressor, an ARB roof rack, and extra underbody protection.
• TRD Pro: This top off-road trim adds Fox adjustable remote-reservoir shocks, an aluminum front skid plate, underbody protection, disconnecting sway bars, and unique front bumpers for better approach angles.

What Toyota 4Runner do most buyers choose?

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

These higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they combine broad availability with strong deal shares and newer-model features. That gives you more choices at a range of price points while still keeping the 4Runner’s core appeal intact.

What is the Toyota 4Runner's resale value?

Most model years in this table are down year over year, which is good news if you're shopping used. The biggest drop is in the newest model year, while several older years are moving only slightly, and one recent year is rising sharply.

The 2017 and 2023 model years are 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 −8.43% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −0.61%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 32.8% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 33.3%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $46,975. The Toyota 4Runner offers rugged, body-on-frame character with strong off-road capability and family-friendly utility.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 4Runner comes with a choice of two powertrains and rear-wheel drive (RWD) or two four-wheel-drive (4WD) systems, and the base engine generates 278 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque while the i-Force Max hybrid system 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 equips every 4Runner with its Safety Sense 3.0 suite of safety features, and also standard are blind-spot monitors, front and rear cross-traffic alert, and traffic-jam 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.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.