2026 Toyota 4Runner Overview: Specs, Powertrains, and Capability — Toyota of Glendale
The 2026 Toyota 4Runner enters its second model year on the sixth-generation platform introduced for 2025 — a body-on-frame SUV that pairs everyday drivability with genuine off-road hardware. This overview covers all nine grades, both turbocharged powertrains, technology, safety, and pricing for shoppers across Glendale, Los Angeles, Pasadena, Hollywood, North Hollywood, and Van Nuys. It also reflects the nameplate’s historically strong residual values: Kelley Blue Book named the 4Runner to its 2026 Best Resale Value Awards Top 10.
i-FORCE MAX Hybrid
326 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque — standard on Platinum, TRD Pro, and Trailhunter, and available on TRD Off-Road, TRD Off-Road Premium, and Limited, per the Toyota USA Newsroom.
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0
Standard on every trim per Toyota.com, with Pre-Collision, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, and Lane Tracing Assist.
Best Resale Value
Named to Kelley Blue Book’s 2026 Best Resale Value Awards Top 10.
Trim Lineup at a Glance
As documented by the Toyota USA Newsroom, the 2026 lineup spans nine grades: SR5, TRD Sport, TRD Sport Premium, TRD Off-Road, TRD Off-Road Premium, Limited, Platinum, TRD Pro, and Trailhunter. The SR5 is the well-equipped entry point, and the TRD Sport and TRD Sport Premium lean on-road sporty. The TRD Off-Road and TRD Off-Road Premium add trail hardware — Bilstein monotube shocks, an electronic locking rear differential, Multi-Terrain Select, and Crawl Control — while Limited and Platinum layer in luxury and adaptive variable suspension. The TRD Pro (FOX QS3 shocks and a Stabilizer Disconnect Mechanism) and the overlanding-focused Trailhunter (Old Man Emu shocks) top the range.
Starting Total Suggested Retail Prices (TSRP) below are sourced from Toyota.com.
| Trim | Standard Engine | Standard Drivetrain | Starting TSRP | Defining Feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR5 | i-FORCE 278 hp | RWD (4WD available) | $43,665 | Well-equipped entry; 8-inch touchscreen |
| TRD Sport | i-FORCE 278 hp | RWD (4WD available) | $50,145 | Sport-tuned suspension, 20-inch wheels |
| TRD Sport Premium | i-FORCE 278 hp | RWD (4WD available) | $55,505 | 14-inch touchscreen, JBL audio, SofTex seats |
| TRD Off-Road | i-FORCE 278 hp (i-FORCE MAX available) | 4WD | $52,085 | Bilstein shocks, locking rear differential, Crawl Control |
| TRD Off-Road Premium | i-FORCE 278 hp (i-FORCE MAX available) | 4WD | $57,865 | Adds Multi-Terrain Monitor, JBL audio, SofTex seats |
| Limited | i-FORCE 278 hp (i-FORCE MAX available) | RWD (full-time 4WD available) | $58,295 | Leather, adaptive variable suspension, optional third row |
| Platinum | i-FORCE MAX 326 hp | Full-time 4WD | $65,755 | Head-up display, digital rearview mirror, hybrid |
| TRD Pro | i-FORCE MAX 326 hp | 4WD | $69,995 | FOX QS3 shocks, Stabilizer Disconnect Mechanism |
| Trailhunter | i-FORCE MAX 326 hp | 4WD | $69,795 | Old Man Emu shocks, overlanding-focused build |
Total Suggested Retail Price (TSRP) for new vehicles includes manufacturer and distributor options and delivery, processing, and handling fees, which are subject to change at any time. TSRP excludes taxes, title, license, dealer-installed options, accessories, fees and charges. TSRP is not the dealer advertised price. Dealer price will vary. The dealer sets the final price.
Power and Drivetrain
Two turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder powertrains anchor the lineup, both paired with an eight-speed automatic. The Toyota USA Newsroom lists 278 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque for the i-FORCE — standard on the SR5, TRD Sport, and TRD Sport Premium — and 326 horsepower and 465 lb-ft for the i-FORCE MAX hybrid, which is standard on the Platinum, TRD Pro, and Trailhunter and available on the TRD Off-Road, TRD Off-Road Premium, and Limited.
According to Cars.com, rear-wheel drive is standard on the SR5, TRD Sport, TRD Sport Premium, and Limited, with four-wheel drive available; four-wheel drive is standard on every other trim, and the Limited offers — and the Platinum includes — a full-time 4WD system with a center locking differential. The Toyota USA Newsroom lists a maximum towing capacity of 6,000 pounds when properly equipped, regardless of powertrain.
Maximum towing and payload capacity figures are based on properly equipped vehicles and vary by configuration. Do not exceed any weight rating. See your owner’s manual and the vehicle’s door-jamb label for specific capacities.
EPA-Estimated Fuel Economy
Toyota’s manufacturer-projected EPA-Estimated fuel economy varies by powertrain and drivetrain; as Cars.com notes, official EPA figures had not yet been finalized as of mid-2026:
| Configuration | EPA-Estimated City | EPA-Estimated Highway | EPA-Estimated Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| i-FORCE, RWD | 20 | 26 | 22 |
| i-FORCE, 4WD | 19 | 25 | 21 |
| Limited i-FORCE, RWD | 20 | 24 | 22 |
| Limited i-FORCE, 4WD | 20 | 24 | 21 |
| i-FORCE MAX hybrid, 4WD | 23 | 24 | 23 |
EPA-estimated fuel economy figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery age/condition, and other factors.
Interior, Seating, and Cargo
Every 4Runner seats five, with the two-row cabin scaling from durable fabric on the SR5 to SofTex-trimmed heated and ventilated seats from the TRD Sport Premium and TRD Off-Road Premium upward, and full leather on the Limited and Platinum. As Edmunds reports, optional third-row seating is available on the SR5 and Limited, expanding capacity to seven. On gas models, U.S. News lists 48.4 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats; the hybrid’s rear-mounted battery reduces that to 42.6 cubic feet. The signature roll-down power rear window carries over across the lineup.
Technology
The SR5 and TRD Sport pair an 8-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with an eight-speaker system and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The SR5 includes a 7-inch multi-information display, while the TRD Sport adds a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and Qi wireless charging. As detailed on Toyota.com, the screen grows from the TRD Sport Premium up to a 14-inch touchscreen with a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and a 14-speaker JBL Premium system that includes a removable JBL FLEX portable speaker.
Safety
Every 2026 4Runner comes standard with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 — including Pre-Collision with Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, Road Sign Assist, and Automatic High Beams — plus Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and a standard airbag system. In federal testing the 2026 4Runner earned an overall four-star rating from the NHTSA; results from the IIHS are mixed, with a Good rating in the updated side test and a Marginal rating in the updated moderate-overlap front test for the 2025–26 model.
Safety ratings are determined by third parties and are provided for general information. Ratings vary by trim, configuration, and test protocol. Confirm current ratings at iihs.org and nhtsa.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which trim suits both daily driving and occasional trail use?
The TRD Off-Road Premium is a strong all-around choice, combining trail hardware — Bilstein shocks, a locking rear differential, and Crawl Control — with the 14-inch touchscreen, JBL audio, and SofTex heated and ventilated seats.
Does the SR5 come with four-wheel drive?
The SR5 is rear-wheel drive as standard, with four-wheel drive available. Four-wheel drive is standard on most higher trims.
What is the maximum towing capacity?
When properly equipped, the 2026 4Runner is rated to tow up to 6,000 pounds.
Which trims offer the i-FORCE MAX hybrid?
The i-FORCE MAX hybrid is standard on the Platinum, TRD Pro, and Trailhunter, and available on the TRD Off-Road, TRD Off-Road Premium, and Limited.
Toyota of Glendale, at 1260 S Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA 91204, can walk you through every trim in person. Call our sales team at (818) 862-4995 to check availability or arrange a visit, and explore our manufacturer research library for more Toyota model guides.
Total Suggested Retail Price (TSRP) for new vehicles includes manufacturer and distributor options and delivery, processing, and handling fees, which are subject to change at any time. TSRP excludes taxes, title, license, dealer-installed options, accessories, fees and charges. TSRP is not the dealer advertised price. Dealer price will vary. The dealer sets the final price.
EPA-estimated fuel economy figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery age/condition, and other factors.
Maximum towing and payload capacity figures are based on properly equipped vehicles and vary by configuration. Do not exceed any weight rating. See your owner’s manual and the vehicle’s door-jamb label for specific capacities.
Safety ratings are determined by third parties and are provided for general information. Ratings vary by trim, configuration, and test protocol. Confirm current ratings at iihs.org and nhtsa.gov.