2025 Toyota 4Runner First Look: Limited, TRD PRO and Trailhunter!

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Ай бұрын

We get a first look at the all-new 2025 Toyota 4Runner Limited, TRD PRO and Trailhunter trims. How does it compare against the new North American Land Cruiser (Prado)? We look at the fact, figures and style of this highly-anticipated SUV.
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@celo8019 Ай бұрын

Ryan, I seriously have to give you and the crew major props for the quality of your videos. I just watched TFL’s videos, and while they’re my go to for a lot of things they missed the mark with the quality and detail of their released video. Looking forward to your future updates and tests!

@TheGrapplingLabBJJ Ай бұрын

Once my 4th gen dies I’ll buy this, so in 10 years

@ettiennenathan Ай бұрын

30 years from then, the 7th gen will be released.

@RangerRickTV Ай бұрын

Haha

@JoeSwanikerFord Ай бұрын

It will never die!😂

@murphyochin6354 Ай бұрын

When you consider the difference in fuel economy you may change your mind.

@traxxi2003 Ай бұрын

Brother you won’t have to replace your current 4Runner in ten years unless you want to!! On my used 1997 I drove her for 346,000 miles until I sold her. My neighbor still driving her!! I really like the Trail Runner trim. But I’m afraid that it will be a $60K+ 4Runner!!

@rossipremier Ай бұрын

Great video, at first I was bummed by all of the stock Toyota supplied footage and that you weren't actually there. But the level of detail you went into and covering all the trims was so much better Than, the video I just watched where the two guys were there. Great job

@calvinspires1220 Ай бұрын

The color on the trailhunter is phenominal. I'd LOVE to see that color on a GR86.

@tourch247 Ай бұрын

I really dont like the grey/green that is inside the trailhunter. It looks like a weird grey mint or something, and I guess they dont have color options bc they keep showing this ONE combo

@mikegta14 Ай бұрын

Somebody wrapped a similar color on a supra and it looks amazing.

@_C1tron Ай бұрын

If they did that I would definitely choose the GR86 over the BRZ

@ZachMauch Ай бұрын

I really wish it was not exclusive to the trailhunter. I have no reason to go that high in trim.

@Wild1995 Ай бұрын

Will never forget when you took your 4runnner and showed us Death Valley. Still one of the best videos on youtube

@filiberto599 Ай бұрын

Most trusted and unbiased car review channel. Coming here first for this preview!

@filiberto599 Ай бұрын

I am surprised it's longer than the LC. I though Toyota would size it smaller to differentiate it more.

@ALMX5DP Ай бұрын

@@filiberto599 virtually identical in length, I suppose just some bumper protrusions that net the length difference.

@jasoncowan98 Ай бұрын

I've owned two 4runners over the last 24 years and this will be my next. LOVE it!

@billricheter5678 Ай бұрын

Gas prices will go up, so good luck

@baseballfury7756 Ай бұрын

u rich bastard

@rturner09251 Ай бұрын

@@billricheter5678not when a certain president loses in November.

@annymos258 Ай бұрын

Trump 2024

@ninjamode24 Ай бұрын

You’re the reason why I now own a 2024 4runner TRD Off Road Premium 🙏🏼

@gregbrannon9687 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the review, love the videos in general. Will the turbo require premium gas?

@ajaxgrac6547 Ай бұрын

I think the combination of Toyota's B-roll and Ryan's commentary is expertly done!!

@macs2015 Ай бұрын

I just purchased my outback wilderness (largely influenced by this channels reviews) and truly love it. But man, this trailhunter is just on another level of manliness.

@mighty_bunny Ай бұрын

I really loved the production quality of this video! It made me want to sit down and _really_ pay attention to this one. I've been viewing long enough to know you're a big fan of the 4Runner, so this was a very creative way to show your passion and build a lot out of a little. I dunno if this might be an odd thing to compliment you on but it really stood out to me so I wanted to let you know. ✨

@drivingsports Ай бұрын

Thanks, much appreciated. 😀

@1375soroush Ай бұрын

Great detailed review! Loved the comparison. Do we know if any trim of the 2025 4runner will have the KDSS suspension like the 5th gen TRD offroad has?

@danaterrell3099 Ай бұрын

I've had two 4 runners, 1998 and I currently have a 2012. Love them both. Dana t.

@jimnevin763 29 күн бұрын

Ryan, when it comes to off road analysis of passenger vehicles you are the best prepared by far. The hard work that you put into your testing facilities and video’s, not to mention your knowledge makes a world of difference to me. The fact that you didn’t waste your time traveling down to San Diego for a non-driving review says it all. Let the posers and interlopers do that.

@ashleylitebrite6971 Ай бұрын

After finishing your review, I must say it's a bit fancy. Awesome no doubt, just fancy. I'm curious to see the SR5. Loving that everest color. Excellent video Ryan, thanks from Florida!

@steffencave9363 2 күн бұрын

Love it! All the other reviews I’ve seen on the 6th Gen 4Runner are largely carbon copies of each other with the same static footage. You brought a refreshingly different approach and like others have already shared, you deserve major props for standing out in a crowded space. I put my deposit down on a Trailhunter- can’t wait! Thanks again!

@westcoast708 Ай бұрын

Looks great I'm stoked

@Azrael8 Ай бұрын

The cinematography skills here are 10/10. Top tier quality content like always.

@ericmoss8344 Ай бұрын

Those look fantastic! Can't wait to see the dealer markups and waiting times on getting one of these. :)

@DarkDramon Ай бұрын

Can't wait to watch the review of these guys. They look damn good.

@davec8894 Ай бұрын

As always Sir.....an Awesome and thorough introductory review. Looking forward to a proper trail opinion now. My first impression is that my 5th Gen 2020 TRD ORP "Venture" (non-KDSS) just gained several $K in resale value. And....I am not going to sell it just to have the newest 6th Gen. Not really "that" impressed, especially considering price "leaks" bouncing around the net. Just my $0.02 worth. You have surely answered many new car buyers questions, over many years and makes/models, simply from your transparency, tact and detailed information! Much respect and thank you for what you do Sir......Happy Trails!

@ashleylitebrite6971 Ай бұрын

I"ve waited years for this review of the new 4R. Awesome, I'm stoked!

@gocasiot Ай бұрын

The new 4Runner looks great! Toyota is finally paying attention to exterior design. I'm glad they are updating their model lineup

@McNuggets-419 Ай бұрын

Im sad you didnt get to go to the launch event as you are my favorite car reviewer :(

@TahoeKing Ай бұрын

What a beautiful car and a true 4x4 beast. I'm stunned by Toyota recent design language... So aggressive and a huge improvement over their usual classical boring designs

@sportsinvestor101 Ай бұрын

I don't understand Toyotas logic with some of these new suv releases. You have a 4runner vs a LC250 vs a GX550 (99% similar everything outside engine setup). How do buyers distinguish between a 4runner vs a LC250 when they are all made in the same factory. And when you look at the prices between a high end TRD Pro 4runner vs LC250 entry level trim, it's virtually same price, similar engine setup, etc. Then you got the GX550 with way too much tech vs tried and true old classical keep it simple engineering on Prado/GX460, etc. New Toyotas are a big disappointment that simple rely on loyal Toyota buyers to buy these new unreliable tech toys on wheels. Nissan/Infiniti 2025 models earned my business. Snatched a 24 Nissan Patrol as well to complement my 21 LX570. Now how to import it to the states from Dubai is a different story. 😅

@TahoeKing Ай бұрын

@@sportsinvestor101 Toyota is doing what any titan company likes to do: siturate the market segments with their cars to make any customer whatever he wants, finds something within their wide range! And this strategy, as costly as it is for Toyota, works well in sales! You mentioned all these Toyota models with small differences and very close pricing but you can't ignore that all of them sell very well and actually all of them and all of Toyota models in general are extremely hard to get as mostly pre-booked for months, if not over a year! I gave up trying to find a new rav4 hybrid limited as it is a 16 months wait! Thinking of a CRV as it is stock

@TahoeKing Ай бұрын

@@sportsinvestor101 good luck getting that Patrol to the states! As someone who lived for a long time in the middle east I know Patrol very well and drove many models all the way to the one you got (I drove the 2021 which is mainly the same as the one you got... Actually my manager has it and since we were in good relationship I took it for a drive 😁) ... It's such a nice car but heavy as hell on gas (and I owned 2 Chevy Tahoes so I'm used to 8 Cylinder engines consumption).

@TahoeKing Ай бұрын

@@sportsinvestor101 Toyota is doing what a any titan company is doing, flooding the market with their cars so it fits all kinds of customers. It is a costly strategy but toyota has deep pockets and it works well for them in sales as all their models are selling like crazy and pre booked for up to a year in advance. I gave up trying to find a rav4 hybrid limited and now considering crv instead as it is stock

@TahoeKing Ай бұрын

@@sportsinvestor101I don't agree their new models are a disappointment, it is the opposite! They are finally getting rid of their boring designs and (a car as an appliance) mentality, and mind you I'm not a big fan of Toyota but recently I'm considering their models as interesting, although pricey. Of course their high reliability and resale prices adds big time to the attraction, as a previous Nissan Altima owner who suffered heavily from Nissan lousy quality and even suffered to sell the car as scrap as no scrap shop wanted it 😂

@marklynn6907 Ай бұрын

Best video of the new 4Runner I’ve seen so far. Great Job! Looking at the Taco it seems like top trims of the new 4Runner will cross 60K. It’s the world we live in, but seems very close to the new Land Cruiser…. Seating position of the Land Cruiser will be better without feet laid out in front of you like the 4Runner..

@LetMeCook86 Ай бұрын

Great camera work!

@HotSizzleTV_ Ай бұрын

Been waiting for this now 4 years I’m getting the trd off road premium I’m glad i waited

@zackvandyke5649 Ай бұрын

I’m looking forward to a full review of this!

@chriscarter3304 Ай бұрын

Nice video Ryan. Different then everyone else.

@frebnewman6403 Ай бұрын

Love my 2022 4Runner. I can’t imagine how long those engines will last and the problems they will have. I do like the styling.

@karkule5919 Ай бұрын

The 5th gen. is miles more elegant looking than this.

@anthonymartinez2206 Ай бұрын

I think you can take my money now for a Mudbath Pro. Great video as always!

@ZachMauch Ай бұрын

Glad this gets memory seats. I still can't believe they left that off of the 2024 Tacoma. Litterally the only feature I noticed missing. Hopefully the 2025 Tacoma fixes that problem.

@TheSandipDev Ай бұрын

So the trailhunter doesn’t have a full time 4wd while the limited does but doesn’t have crawl control or mts. I want the trailhunter but i live in Seattle and it rains all the time. I like the added safety of awd. Will the trailhunter part time 4wd make sense in seattle rains?

@ericr.3759 Ай бұрын

As an owner of a 2021, I love the evolutionary styling, and appreciate that Toyota did not immediately depreciate my vehicle with a radical change. I'm now a loyal Toyota buyer for life.

@JM-nz8gw Ай бұрын

AMAZING!

@1111ALM Ай бұрын

Not surprised he got one of the first few invites to review the new 4Runner. This guy just does it effortlessly with perfection. GX 550 OVERTRAIL PLUS, is my first choice, then the trailhunter.

@EvilSardine084 Ай бұрын

Did he though? Isn't he just talking over footage release by Toyota? Or did I miss him saying something about an invite in the video that I missed? Throttle House at least made a video of it in person.

@mikegta14 Ай бұрын

He never went to the reveal lol. It's a voice over

@du3223 Ай бұрын

Yup, I feel duped.

@lorddrake8566 Ай бұрын

Correct

@JD-yz2iz 4 күн бұрын

Great videos! Question- do the second row seats come completely out? We like to sleep in the vehicle and keep our gear on the roof.

@TrailTape Ай бұрын

MTS in 4hi already works on the first MTS setting (mud/sand iirc). I've used it in my 2021 ORP

@micahsteadman3209 Ай бұрын

I like it. Looks like a mini 3G sequoia and I’ve been fond of it since it came out. I can’t wait for your reviews of this and the Land Cruiser.

@jaredmarcotte4950 Ай бұрын

Great video! So is the LC just for mall crawlers now??

@davidheaton6206 Ай бұрын

Probably need to do this on a different video Ryan, but Toyota really needs to consider putting multi terrain select all 4WD 4R, Land Cruisers, etc. Even some crossovers of other brands have MTS. Yes leave the rear locker for the more off-road oriented trims like off-road Pro TrailHunter. But out here in the Outer Banks sand mode is clutch.

@moizahadsaggu5462 Ай бұрын

Just loved mud color and pro trim

@papadougpapadougsadventures Ай бұрын

I have a 21’ TRD Pro that I thought was great until I saw my friends new Tundra. With the interior changes I’m interested. What I didn’t hear is MPG numbers. That really does make a huge difference as to my interest in a potential upgrade.

@joegrahe3958 Ай бұрын

My 2015 LTD coming up on 200k miles. After seeing this, there's no reason to not go to 300k. It's nice, but not as nice as no car payments. And I hope the engine performs better than it looks. What a mess.

@nastysoda9212 Ай бұрын

oh, it won't. the engine is an absolute pos

@mitchb.1746 Ай бұрын

All those hoses in the engine bay just make me think of how less reliable this engine will be. This is going to majorly change the ownership experience of a 4Runner and, IMO, take away one or the key benefits of the 4Runner over its competition.

@videogazer801 Ай бұрын

Wrong, starting at low $40k’s, this is very affordable for so many Americans and will sell out instantly

@1TDECK 24 күн бұрын

The engine compartment looks like a horrendous pile of problems, 4 cylinder with a turbo no thanks. Next they will make it with a CVT lol. I love my old 4 runners (2000 and 2002) for their simplicity and everything else that made Toyota so good. New Toyotas are overly complex expensive garbage.

@joegrahe3958 24 күн бұрын

@@videogazer801is that satire?

@MoneyShot_CM Ай бұрын

That looks tough, so good. Love that tan color

@mapletreerocker Ай бұрын

Nice! Looks great and I personally like the TRD Pro trim. The trailhunter is a bit too much offroady in its looks but sure that it is defenitely a game changer.

@alexgavieres8293 Ай бұрын

Regarding that Everest comment.... It's funny if you know that the Bronco used to have trim packages called Standard, Mid, High, and Luxe. For 2024, they combined the High and Luxe, so folks in the forums understand this as High/Luxe. 😂

@TI-Daddy34 Ай бұрын

I have a '21 ORP. Just happy they fixed the cup holder. If you know, you know.

@marceljohnson2215 Ай бұрын

Looks awesome and I figured they change the power train to the 4 cylinder like the taco. This would be a step up on fuel economy and hopefully ride quality, may temp me to go for it

@flyguy2021 Ай бұрын

Same. My 2005 is only halfway to 500k miles. Just getting broken in.

@user-ik7ux6cf9i Ай бұрын

First of all I like your videos. Secondly I do love all Toyota models presented in the USA

@dorrito Ай бұрын

Awesome!!

@jfish9014 Ай бұрын

It looks fantastic- I’d love one!

@andregonsalvez9244 Ай бұрын

Looking good so far a bit of the old and new updates . I will probably get used to the 4 banger eventually, after all the first and second generations had 4 cylinders . 😊

@MichaelHartlein Ай бұрын

Bad ass! I love the new look.

@larkt6693 Ай бұрын

They nailed it .. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

@ShulaMG Ай бұрын

I’ve been waiting for a hybrid. Now I’m excited. My tundra will be getting a new home soon.

@GPSS87 Ай бұрын

Finally, it looks amazing!

@willb6070 Ай бұрын

Well I was thinking about maybe a Ranger with the FX4 package or a Tacoma TRD Off Road (still need to sit in it though) but now seeing the 4Runner, I’m thinking this in the TRD Off Road trim. Totally appropriate for living here in the PNW. Really like the style and the cues to previous gens.

@miccijrful Ай бұрын

Top contender for my money! Looks nice!

@Frank-kk7gh Ай бұрын

Great job Toyota! On the TRD PRO fenders like the Trail Hunter would be more practical. Thank for the awesome video!

@simpleredvigor Ай бұрын

Looks great!

@matrix-fh9tn Ай бұрын

Any reason for no engine cover on turbo's?

@mcximus Ай бұрын

That TRD Pro in mudbath look fantastic.

@4x4hoth Ай бұрын

It’s pretty sweet. Can’t wait for the Stout Trailhunter.

@Arbutuscoveretreat Ай бұрын

The colours are…super awesome!!

@nicholassinovich4257 Ай бұрын

It certainly did not disappoint. I think it's the perfect edition for the newest evolved 4Runner

@lukiw7044 Ай бұрын

Great. Can't wait when You take hands on it and take it to yors off road course. Greetings

@JoeSwanikerFord Ай бұрын

They still did well for it to look like a typical 4runner, even though it has a tacoma vibe to it. Am digging it. It has no engine cover. The TRD looks very cool.

@darrylk808 Ай бұрын

Where's it made? Does it still have the hump when seats are down?

@johnoswaldfebresjr.4318 Ай бұрын

It’s beautiful

@billricheter5678 Ай бұрын

Really?

@timothybrown7779 Ай бұрын

Nice!

@javierjavier-ht3yu Ай бұрын

I like when the truck forward over hard ground and it maintenance its stability.

@rampar77 Ай бұрын

I sure loved the new interior/dash.

@Babumoshaaai Ай бұрын

FINALLY!!!

@matthewnew13 Ай бұрын

These look amazing… and not coming to Australia 😢

@N6PCD Ай бұрын

Nice, but I’m still glad I got the 2023 TRD ORP.

@18HunnidBK Ай бұрын

The gloss on the fender flares on the TRD PRO is a must stop. Those things are going to scratch EASY! When on a trail.

@nono-qe2yq Ай бұрын

they are also ugly

@michaelburton Ай бұрын

Trail hunter gives me halo warthog vibes 😎🤤. Looks great

@BillyBRCT Ай бұрын

Think this has a chance of becoming PHEV in the coming years? As part of a midcycle refresh?

@rssr2007 Ай бұрын

Looks rugged. Love it , remind me of my Otter-box

@TheKingPrawn114 Ай бұрын

I'm not a Toyota guy, but that looks good.

@rand0mGT Ай бұрын

What do we know about when the current 5th gen will stop being sold?

@justinwilliams2919 Ай бұрын

I like the updates and the colors. I really think the taillights and rear looks silly though.

@DADA-pl4tm Ай бұрын

Great presentation, do you know what torso height is for the driver? Always wanted a 4 runner but find my head hits the roof.

@timfitzgerald109 Ай бұрын

TRD Trailhunter Hybrid in that exact same spec for me please as I absolutely love what they have done.

@yamahschector Ай бұрын

Love the trail hunter Everest color

@solidsnake2030 Ай бұрын

Definitely want this beast to replace my RAV4. The only concern I have is the size of the engine.

@J_Brian 12 күн бұрын

9 Trims was not expecting that, but hopefully that engine is solid...

@stevestrand4819 Ай бұрын

I like everything but the rear door. Even on the limited where it’s matching color the rear fenders make the door look tiny.

@MyAlexWest Ай бұрын

nice good looking

@joshuaspeedy4780 Ай бұрын

I hope this comes to Australia 🤞🏻

@vincebadagnani181 Ай бұрын

I am still hoping for a 4Runner/Taco with an efficiency-minded hybrid system. Maybe in 2026. I’m torn between current gen for the amazingly reliable engine and the 6th gen for a smoother transmission and updated crawl control system. I’m curious to see what fuel efficiency the turbo 4 will provide. I am so-so on the new looks. I prefer the painted paneling on the Limited over the TRD trims. I like the current TRD Off Road looks the best, though.

@frankiedanx Ай бұрын

Nice

@edmasi Ай бұрын

I like!

@bucky7badger7 Ай бұрын

Did they announce cargo capacity and payload? Curious how it compares to the LC.

@drivingsports Ай бұрын

The door tag only says mid-800lbs payload max. But I'd wait until final numbers are announced before relying on that. Toyota has not announced official payload yet.