2026 Toyota 4Runner: Updates, Pricing, and What Changed

The 2026 Toyota 4Runner is the second model year of the fully redesigned 6th generation — the first clean-sheet 4Runner since 2010. Toyota uses this year to expand hybrid availability to additional trims, refine the interior technology package, and make a handful of content adjustments that address early owner feedback. Pricing holds steady on most trims with modest adjustments at the top.

Quick context on the 6th generation

The 5th-generation 4Runner ran from 2010 to 2024 — an extraordinary 15-year production run that cemented it as the go-to choice for buyers who wanted truck-based off-road capability with three-row seating and long-term reliability. The 6th generation, launched for 2025, brought a new 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder (with and without a hybrid assist system), modern interior tech, and substantially improved on-road dynamics without compromising the off-road capability the nameplate is known for.

What changed for 2026

i-FORCE MAX hybrid now available on TRD Off-Road. The i-FORCE MAX — Toyota's 326-hp two-motor hybrid system first introduced on the Tacoma — was limited to the Trailhunter and Limited trims in 2025. For 2026 it comes to the TRD Off-Road, which is the volume off-road trim. This is the most significant 2026 change: the TRD Off-Road now offers the same powertrain as Tacoma's hybrid at a starting price of $53,490.

Standard wireless CarPlay and Android Auto on all trims. The 2025 base SR5 required a cable connection for smartphone mirroring. All 2026 4Runners include wireless connectivity standard — a minor but frequently requested update.

TRD Pro gets new Overtrail Package. The TRD Pro's optional Overtrail Package adds a factory-installed rooftop tent mounting system (compatible with most major RTT brands), extended-range light bar wiring harness, and additional skid plate coverage. It adds class="relative z-10",850 to the TRD Pro price.

Venture Edition added. A new appearance trim — Venture Edition — sits above the SR5 Premium and offers the hybrid powertrain, black exterior accents, and a two-tone paint option at $51,990.

2026 4Runner trim and pricing

Trim	Powertrain	MSRP
SR5	2.4L turbo (278 hp)	$43,995
SR5 Premium	2.4L turbo	$47,490
Venture Edition	i-FORCE MAX hybrid (326 hp)	$51,990
TRD Sport	2.4L turbo	$48,990
TRD Off-Road	2.4L turbo	$50,490
TRD Off-Road (hybrid)	i-FORCE MAX hybrid	$53,490
TRD Pro	i-FORCE MAX hybrid	$62,990
Trailhunter	i-FORCE MAX hybrid	$67,490
Limited	i-FORCE MAX hybrid	$60,490

All trims include part-time 4WD with a two-speed transfer case standard. The i-FORCE MAX trims add a rear electric motor that assists low-speed crawl.

Powertrain overview

2.4L turbocharged I-4 (278 hp / 317 lb-ft): the base engine is a meaningful improvement over the prior 4.0L V6 on both power and efficiency. EPA combined is 22 mpg — up from the 5th gen's 17 mpg combined. Tow rating: 6,000 lb.

i-FORCE MAX hybrid (326 hp / 465 lb-ft): the standout specification is torque. 465 lb-ft at a low rpm range makes the hybrid 4Runner feel dramatically more capable on steep grades, in sand, and during rock crawling where low-end torque matters most. EPA combined is 25 mpg. Tow rating: 6,000 lb (same as the base engine — the rear electric motor is optimized for off-road, not towing).

Demand and market reality

The 4Runner continues to sell at or near MSRP in most markets. TRD Pro and Trailhunter trims remain allocated — dealers in most regions receive 2–5 units per month — and carry market adjustments in some areas. The SR5 and TRD Sport are more available and can be purchased at MSRP in most major metros.

If you want a TRD Pro or Trailhunter at MSRP, the strategy is dealer order over stock purchase: place an order with a dealer willing to sell at MSRP and wait 8–12 weeks for factory delivery. Dealers who do volume Toyota business are more likely to accommodate factory order requests.

Current incentives

Toyota is offering 3.49% APR for 60 months on all 2026 4Runner trims. No customer cash is currently active. The 4Runner does not lease well — residual values are high (Toyota's strong resale), but manufacturer lease support is minimal, making effective monthly payments uncompetitive versus owning. Most 4Runner buyers finance.

For off-road truck comparisons, see Tacoma vs Ranger and Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs Ford Explorer for buyers weighing capability vs daily usability.