Is it advisable to purchase a 2025 Toyota 4Runner?
2025 Toyota 4Runner Offers Improved Fuel Efficiency
The new 2025 Toyota 4Runner, now available in Canada, has made significant strides in fuel efficiency compared to its predecessor. This midsize body-on-frame SUV, which shares architecture and powertrains with the Toyota Tacoma, boasts an EPA estimated fuel economy of approximately 19 mpg city / 25 mpg highway with a combined rating around 21 mpg for the turbocharged 2.4L 4-cylinder engine model[1][2]. The hybrid variant takes efficiency a step further, with ratings of about 23 mpg city / 24 mpg highway[3].
In contrast, the 2024 Toyota 4Runner models generally had lower fuel economy ratings, typically around 16-17 mpg city / 19-21 mpg highway, due to the previous V6 engine and older design (implied from the major redesign in 2025 and known previous generation ratings).
When compared to its main off-road rivals, the 2025 Toyota 4Runner stands out with a notable improvement in fuel economy.
| Vehicle | City MPG | Hwy MPG | Notes | |---------------------|----------|---------|----------------------------------------------------| | 2025 Toyota 4Runner | 19 (23 hybrid) | 25 (24 hybrid) | Turbocharged 4-cylinder; hybrid offers better MPG | | 2024 Toyota 4Runner | ~16-17 | ~19-21 | Previous V6-powered generation | | Ford Bronco (latest models) | ~16-17 | ~20-22 | Generally less fuel efficient due to heavier build and engine options | | Jeep Wrangler (latest models) | ~17-18 | ~23-24 | Slightly better highway MPG than Bronco; multiple engine options including turbo |
The new 4Runner's improved fuel efficiency is largely due to the new turbocharged 4-cylinder and hybrid powertrains, which provide better efficiency than the traditional V6 of the previous generation. It also tends to be slightly more fuel-efficient than the Ford Bronco and roughly competitive with or slightly better than the Jeep Wrangler on highway mileage, especially in hybrid form[1][2][3][4].
The base SR5, TRD Sport, TRD Off Road Premium, and Limited are equipped with the turbocharged 2.4L inline-four engine. The Limited and Platinum feature full-time 4WD. The hybrid powertrain, optional on the TRD Off Road Premium, becomes standard on higher trims.
Standard features on the 2025 Toyota 4Runner include LED exterior lighting, an eight-speaker audio system, an eight-inch infotainment touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, heated front seats, a power-operated rear window, an intelligent key, and blind-spot monitoring.
However, despite the hybrid powertrain's lofty output, it doesn't feel very lively, with a delayed throttle response. The 2025 model's interior design also lacks cohesion, with various shapes, textures, and colours.
The 2025 Toyota 4Runner is available in multiple trim levels in Canada, with pricing ranging from $56,130 to $86,131, including freight and delivery charges, with $899 dealer fees mentioned on Toyota Canada's website[5]. The towing capacity for the 4Runner is rated at 2,722 kilograms or 6,000 pounds[6].
[1] https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/Find.cfm [2] https://www.toyota.ca/4runner/2025/performance/ [3] https://www.toyota.ca/4runner/hybrid/2025/ [4] https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/Find.cfm?action=sbs&id=38204 [5] https://www.toyota.ca/4runner/2025/pricing/ [6] https://www.toyota.ca/4runner/2025/towing/
- With the new technology in its turbocharged 4-cylinder and hybrid powertrains, the 2025 Toyota 4Runner's improved fuel economy sets it apart in the sports car landscape, offering a unique blend of efficiency and off-road prowess.
- As lifestyles become more eco-conscious, the fuel-efficient 2025 Toyota 4Runner, with its balance of city and highway mileage, presents an attractive option for those who desire a sports car without compromising on fuel economy.
