There really isn’t a lot of grunt here as you climb through the revs the torque never really builds up to anything substantial which has us clamoring for a new stouter powertrain. at 4,400RPM, the V6 makes a pleasing sound and just enough power. ![]() Press the start button and the 4.0-liter V6 roars to life. Rated at 270 horsepower at 5,600RPM and 278 lb-ft. The instrument cluster uses a premium Multi-Information Display resting between the analog tach and speedo for things like trip computers, compass, tire pressures, and a wheel position monitor to help if you lose track of them off-road. Safety features include a rudimentary lane departure alert system, passive blind spot monitoring and a radar cruise control system. There is cargo space to store 1,337-liters of stuff behind the seats or you can opt to use some of that space for a third row, available on the Limited. TRD Pro and Trail models further extend cargo capacity with roof baskets perfect for hauling gear, along with 5,000-pound towing capacity if you need to bring your bigger toys along for the journey.įor 2022 Toyota drags the infotainment and safety features more in line with modern competitors. Our TRD Pro is equipped with a 6.1-inch touchscreen display with wired Apple CarPlay/Android Auto functionality and a premium JBL Audio System. The screen doesn’t have the greatest resolution or response time, and is all but impossible to see in the sun but otherwise is usable. Audio is loud and punchy if lacking a bit in overall clarity. The 4Runner’s body on frame construction is distinctive, and it has the figures to back it up. We have to wonder what the Toyota A90 Supra detractors would say if some of these ancient buttons and knobs appeared in the Supra interior instead of the BMW switchgear. It does look dated but is also a bit charming at the same time. 13 years on and Toyota has finally included a smart key system with push button start as standard to all 4Runner models for 2022. The same TRD shift knob I fondly remember from my 2012 Tundra is still here along with the instantly familiar Toyota/Lexus switch gear you’ll recall if you’ve spent any time in a Toyota truck over the past decade. The fan favorite powered rear window offers even more ventilation in the warmer months. Black leather seating with red accents and black painted surfaces on door cards and the dash give the 4Runner TRD Pro a more premium looking interior in comparison to the silver found in other trims, past and present. The big chunky steering wheel is satisfying to hold but we really wish it offered heating. With TRD 17-inch matte black aluminum wheels wrapped in 31.5-inch All-Terrain tires, TRD Pro grill and hood scoop, the whole package looks highly desirable and does more than enough to keep the 4Runner from looking dated.Ĭlimb up into the cockpit and you are presented with a commanding view of the road. Panoramic views from the huge side windows and the large glass sunroof really create a sense of airiness to the cabin. The TRD Pro exterior features include a TRD stamped aluminum skid plate, a basket style roof rack and TRD Pro Black badging. Rest assured you’ll have no problem finding your 4Runner in the busiest of parking lots. In the sunlight it has a depth almost like a candy while in the parking garage still remaining bright and vibrant. Last year’s Lunar Rock color is now available on the TRD Offroad and TRD Sport while the Army Green from the 2020 is now exclusive to the Trail model.Ģ022’s TRD Pro exclusive paint is the absolutely stunning Lime Rock Green, catching our eyes from miles away. Since launching in 2015, the TRD Pro has had a new exclusive color for each model year. We’re happy to see Toyota isn’t putting TRD Pro exclusive paint colors from previous years to waste as they are now available on other models. Inspired by TRD’s (Toyota Racing Development) long history of off-road racing, the TRD Pro is the most off-road capability available in the 4Runner lineup. First introduced in 2009, the fifth generation 4Runner now enters its 13th year of production. While the underpinnings remain unchanged, Toyota has six models to suit different needs and budgets. While this may sound daunting to some, when you get behind the wheel of the 2022 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro, the call to adventure on paths not often traveled is hard to ignore. ![]() Off-roading (sometimes known as “wheeling”) is defined as travel on unpaved roads, trails or natural terrain.
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