The Toyota 4Runner belongs to the mid-size SUV segment and it is one of the remaining fully capability sport utility vehicles. It has maintained its position as a key model in Toyota SUV line-up for close to 30 years. Off-road competency, driving comfort, refinement and safety are some of the greatest qualities of the 2013 Toyota 4Runner. It will compete with the Jeep Grand Cherokee. The new model will be offered in different configurations and three trim levels. These are: the base SR5, off-road Trail edition and well-equipped Limited trim.
2013 Toyota 4Runner Styling
All 2013 4Runner features a rugged bumper and wide fender flare. The base SR5 and Trail edition rides on 17-inchess aluminum alloy wheels, while the limited trim rides on 20 inches. The Trail edition was prepared for every off-road adventure you may want to embark upon. It was designed with a superior approach; it has high ground clearance, departure angles and many functional necessities for its tough duties. The interior of every model was designed to accommodate up to seven passengers with its optional third-row seat.
2013 4Runner Engine and Fuel Economy
Under the hood, the new 4Runner has a 270 horsepower and 278 pound/feet of torque rated 4.0-litre V6 engine mated to a five-speed ECT-i automatic transmission. It comes with a standard rear-wheel drive, and two optional four-wheel drives (a part-time four-wheel drive and full-time multi-mode four-wheel drive configurations). With an EPA-estimated of 17/ 22 mpg, its fuel economy ratings can compete with some car-based SUVs.
Handling
The Toyota 4Runner 2013 model combines its rugged body with a variable-flow rack, a double-wishbone independent front suspension and pinion steering. These give precise control and smooth handling on demanding roads.
To ensure that the limited model gets improved performance and handling, a standard X-REAS suspension system was included. This system allows vehicles to handle corners easily and choppy surfaces smoothly by automatically adjusting damping force when negotiating a corner or driving on rough surfaces. Toyota’s Crawl Control (CRAWL) feature is a standard feature of the trail trim and a Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) will be offered as an option. The CRAWL ensures that the vehicle stays within the appropriate speed level so as to maintain control and reduce the load on the suspension components and the KDSS disconnects stabilizer bars so as to give room for the axle travel, and more suspension articulation when driving on a difficult terrain.
All 2013 4Runner 4×4 model comes with standard Downhill Assist Control (DAC) and Hill-start Assist Control (HAC). Automatic running boards have been newly included to the feature list of the SR5 and Limited trim. The SR5 and Trail grade features a manual air conditioning system and the Limited trim have a new Display Audio and an automatic dual-zone climate-control system.
Stability and traction control, Anti-lock Brake System, Brake Assist, Smart Stop Technology and eight standard airbags are standard Toyota Star Safety System, but an active driver and passenger headrests and three-point seat belts on all seats are new safety features on the Toyota 4Runner 2013 model. The SR5 models have a standard rear clearance sonar system, and the Limited and Trail trims come with a standard rear-view backup camera which is optional on the SR5 trim.
The base price of the 2013 Toyota 4Runner ranges from $31,340 to $40,880 depending to the trim level.
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