Toyota 4Runner third generation

Toyota 4Runner third generation
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The Toyota 4Runner third generation (1996–2002): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 19 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: N180 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,540–4,850 mm
Width1,690–1,800 mm
Height1,750–1,805 mm
Wheelbase2,675 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,640–1,770 kg

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

1,892 complaints for model years 1996–2002. 159 crashes · 18 fires · 140 injuries · 10 deaths

  • Body and structure 708
  • Suspension 383
  • Transmission and drivetrain 115
  • Tyres 95
  • Brakes 94
  • Engine 77

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 19 versions of the Toyota 4Runner third generation

Show all 19 versions

United States 15 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1996–2002(FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP · 2MODE 2LKUP · 2MODE CLKUP3.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
1998–20022MODE CLKUP3.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA325–345 g/km
20002MODE2.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
1998–20002.7 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA291–307 g/km
1999–20002.7 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
20002MODE CLKUP2.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
1998–20003.4 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
1997–1999(FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP · 2MODE CLKUP2.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
1998–19992MODE CLKUP2.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA307–325 g/km
1996–1998(FFS)2.7 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
1996–1997(FFS)2.7 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive18–20 MPG (11.8–13.1 L/100 km) EPA276–307 g/km
1996–1997(FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP2.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
1996–1997(FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP3.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
1996–1997(FFS)3.4 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
1996(FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP2.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1996–2002Sport utility vehicle3.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic14.0–14.9 L/100 km 5-cycle322–343 g/km
1996–2000Sport utility vehicle2.7 LPetrol5-speed manual13.9–14.6 L/100 km 5-cycle320–336 g/km
1996–2000Sport utility vehicle2.7 LPetrol4-speed automatic13.0–13.5 L/100 km 5-cycle299–311 g/km
1996–2000Sport utility vehicle3.4 LPetrol5-speed manual14.4–14.8 L/100 km 5-cycle331–340 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.