2009 Toyota 4Runner SUV Reviews & Ratings

2009 Toyota 4Runner
2009 Toyota 4Runner
MSRP $28,640 - $39,360
Invoice: $25,860 - $35,541
12 Trims Available
OVERALL
6.5
out of 10
Expert Reviews

2009 Toyota 4Runner SUV Review from JD Power

Performance and DesignRating
Overall Performance and Design3.5/5
Performance3.5/5
Comfort3.5/5
Features and Instrument Panel3/5
Style3.5/5
Initial QualityRating
Overall IQS4/5
Overall Quality Mechanical4/5
Powertrain Quality Mechanical5/5
Body Interior Quality Mechanical3/5
Features Accessories Quality Mechanical3.5/5
Overall Quality Design3.5/5
Powertrain Quality Design4/5
Body Interior Quality Design4.5/5
Features Accessories Quality Design3/5

2009 Toyota 4Runner SUV Review from Edmunds.com

Edmunds.comN/A
Overall Rating

What Edmunds.com says...

For a go-anywhere traditional SUV, the 2009 Toyota 4Runner remains one of our top choices. However, those looking for an urban people carrier with little or no off-road capability may want to consider a car-based crossover SUV instead.

Pros

Strong V6, pleasant highway ride, outstanding off-road prowess.

Cons

Third-row seat is cramped and doesn't fold flat, limited cargo space.

What's new

The 2009 Toyota 4Runner adds a new trail edition option package for enhanced off-road capabilities.

2009 Toyota 4Runner SUV Review from Cars.com

Cars.com Overall4/5
Consumer Rating

New & Noteable

  • Standard 236-hp V-6
  • Available 260-hp V-8
  • Available Trail Package
  • Two or three rows of seats
  • RWD or 4WD

Pros

  • V-8 performance
  • Quietness
  • Ride quality
  • Refinement
  • Resale value

Cons

  • Fuel economy
  • Ride quality in Sport Edition
  • Difficult entry and exit

Owner Ratings

Overall4/5
Comfort4/5
Performance5/5
Handling5/5
Exterior Styling4/5
Interior Design5/5
Features5/5
Value for the Money5/5
Reliability5/5

2009 Toyota 4Runner SUV Review from Car and Driver

6/10
Consumer Appeal
2/10
Enthusiast Rating

Highs

Tons (literally) of options, has off-road ability and towing capacity, Toyota reliability.

Lows

Plodding ride, full-framed and heavy, are those prices in dollars or yen?

What's New: Redesigned for 2003; the '09 adds an SR5 trail package with extra off-road equipment.
 
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