DecodedCars2023 Toyota 4Runner
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV 4WD Limited V6, 4dr SUV 4WD Sr5 V6, 4dr SUV 4WD Trail Edition V6
- Engines
- 4.0L 6-cyl
- Horsepower
- 270 hp
- Transmission
- 5-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 17 combined · 16 city / 19 hwy
- Length
- 189.8 in
- Curb weight
- 4,654–4,806 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 17 MPG combined, 16% below the 2023 standard SUV average of 20.2 MPG.
- Higher rollover riskNHTSA estimates a 24.6% chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 38 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2023 Toyota 4Runner is a standard SUV offered with a 4.0L 6-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive, part-time 4-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 190 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 110-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,806 lb (4dr SUV 4WD Limited V6).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 17 MPG combined (16 city / 19 highway), 16% worse than the 2023 standard SUV average of 20.2 MPG, for an estimated $3,950 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2023
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2022 4Runner — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 4Runner →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Tahara, Aichi
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2023 4Runner configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV 4WD Limited V6 | 189.8 in | 76 in | 71.7 in | 109.8 in | 63.4 / 63.4 in | 4,806 lb | 54/46 |
| 4dr SUV 4WD Sr5 V6 | 189.8 in | 76 in | 70.1 in | 109.8 in | 63 / 63 in | 4,654 lb | 54/46 |
| 4dr SUV 4WD Trail Edition V6 | 189.8 in | 76 in | 74 in | 109.8 in | 63 / 63 in | 4,751 lb | 54/46 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4Runner 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 19 / 17 | -16% | $3,950 | 503 |
| 4Runner 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 19 / 17 | -10% | $3,950 | 515 |
| 4Runner 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 19 / 17 | -10% | $3,950 | 519 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Toyota 4RUNNER SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 3★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 24.6% |
| 2023 Toyota 4RUNNER SUV 2WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 3★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 24.6% |
Similar 2023 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Toyota 4Runner (this car) | 17 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2023 Toyota RAV4 | 40 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2023 Honda CR-V | 40 MPG | ★★★★★ | 8 |
| 2023 Ford Explorer | 27 MPG | ★★★★★ | 15 |
| 2023 Hyundai Tucson | 38 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2023 Subaru Forester | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2023 Mazda CX-5 | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
Recalls (1)
Equipment › Other › Labels · Oct 12, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V680000 · 13 vehicles
- Problem
- Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota 4Runner vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Risk
- An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC will mail a new modified label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2023. Owners may contact SET's customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET23A.
Not every 2023 Toyota 4Runner is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2023 Toyota 4Runner buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Tires — 4 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Exterior Lighting — 3 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Steering — 3 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 10,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2023 Toyota 4Runner. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other 4Runner years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 4Runner | 23 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 7 |
| 2025 4Runner | 23 | 194.9 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 62 |
| 2024 4Runner | 17 | 189.8 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 10 |
| 2022 4Runner | 17 | 189.8 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 39 |
| 2021 4Runner | 17 | 189.8 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 36 |
| 2020 4Runner | 17 | 189.8 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 33 |
| 2019 4Runner | 18 | 189.8 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 65 |
| 2018 4Runner | 18 | 189.8 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 60 |
| 2017 4Runner | 18 | 189.8 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 36 |
| 2016 4Runner | 19 | 189.8 in | ★★★★★ | 8 | 81 |
| 2015 4Runner | 19 | 189.8 in | ★★★★★ | 9 | 87 |
| 2014 4Runner | 19 | 189.8 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 73 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Toyota. How we calculate this →