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 $36,653, and its year-round low is $34,145.45. That puts you in a broad pricing band that stretches from newer, higher-priced models to older, more affordable ones. 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 earns strong marks from owners across the board, and the all-generations user rating backs that up. The all-generations owner rating is 4.64/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the 4Runner for its reliability, off-road capability, and comfort. Spacious interiors and rugged, long-lasting character also come up again and again, especially from shoppers who want a dependable SUV with real utility.

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

The main trade-offs center on fuel economy, road noise, and the more basic feel of some interiors and tech in older years. Those are the kinds of compromises you weigh against the 4Runner's durability, resale strength, and all-terrain ability.

30.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Toyota 4Runner models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Toyota 4Runner for rugged durability, long-lasting value, and strong off-road capability. Expert reviews also reinforce that reputation by highlighting its solid construction and dependable character across model years.

• 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, long-term ownership risk is generally tied more to condition, mileage, and maintenance history than to the model's core reputation.

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-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Toyota Safety Sense 3.0
• Infotainment: an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: The standard four-cylinder is estimated by the EPA to return 20 mpg city, 26 mpg on the highway, and 22 mpg in combined driving. The Hybrid is estimated at 23/24/23.

Which Toyota 4Runner trim should I buy?

The 2025 Toyota 4Runner offers...

• SR5: The base SR5 trim with RWD starts the lineup and gives you the entry point into the new 4Runner's hybrid-ready platform and standard safety suite.
• TRD Off-Road: This trim adds more off-road capability and is a strong pick if you want a more trail-focused setup without jumping to the top of the range.
• TRD Pro: This is one of the most capable adventure-focused trims, suited to buyers who want the strongest off-road hardware in the lineup.
• Trailhunter: The Trailhunter is the top-of-the-line model and the best fit if you want the most extreme adventure-oriented setup, along with the highest-priced trim in the range.

What Toyota 4Runner do most buyers choose?

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

Those higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you a strong mix of availability, pricing, and newer features. When more listings are on the market, you usually have more room to compare condition, mileage, and deal quality.

What is the Toyota 4Runner's resale value?

Most model years are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The table also shows one recent year edging up slightly, so pricing is not moving in exactly the same direction across every model year. Overall, the pattern favors buyers who want to wait for a softer asking price.

The 2024 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2024, 2017, and 2016 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Toyota 4Runner safe?

• 2025: 7/10
• 2022: 7/10
• 2020: 7/10
• 2019: 6/10
• 2016: 6/10
• 2014: 8/10

All 4Runner models come standard with the Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 suite.

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 −5.49% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −1.94%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 33.5% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 33%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $46,558. The Toyota 4Runner offers a rugged, durable character that appeals to buyers who want a traditional SUV feel with real utility.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The standard four-cylinder is estimated by the EPA to return 20 mpg city, 26 mpg on the highway, and 22 mpg in combined driving. The Hybrid is estimated at 23/24/23.
• Tech: Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and a wireless charging pad are also offered.
• Safety: All 4Runner models come standard with the Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 suite of advanced safety features that include frontal collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a traffic sign reader, and automatic high beams.
• Starting price: MSRPs for the 2025 Toyota 4Runner start at $42,220 (including a $1,450 destination fee) for the base SR5 trim with RWD.

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 2027 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from July 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.