2008 Toyota 4Runner Overview

Likes:

  • Quick acceleration from either engine
  • Handles quite well
  • Quiet interior
  • Good occupant protection

Dislikes:

  • Busy ride
  • Tight interior space and barely usable third row
  • Interior materials feel skimpy
  • Fuel economy is poor

Bottom Line

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The 2008 Toyota 4Runner has masculine styling that most reviewers find purposeful, but a few see as overdone. Most reviewers like the 4Runner's macho, rugged looks, finding them appropriate to its mission as a capable off-roader. Says Kelley Blue Book, “the 2008 Toyota 4Runner...

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Trim MSRP / Invoice Fuel Econ
2008 Toyota 4Runner: RWD 4dr V6 SR5 (Natl) $28,415 / $25,658 City: 16
Hwy: 21
2008 Toyota 4Runner: RWD 4dr V6 SR5 (GS) $28,415 / $25,658 City: 16
Hwy: 21
2008 Toyota 4Runner: RWD 4dr V6 SR5 (SE) $28,415 / $25,658 City: 16
Hwy: 21
2008 Toyota 4Runner: RWD 4dr V6 Sport (Natl) $30,725 / $27,621 City: 16
Hwy: 21
2008 Toyota 4Runner: RWD 4dr V6 Sport (GS) $30,725 / $27,621 City: 16
Hwy: 21
2008 Toyota 4Runner: RWD 4dr V6 Sport (SE) $30,725 / $27,621 City: 16
Hwy: 21
2008 Toyota 4Runner: RWD 4dr V6 Limited (Natl) $35,100 / $31,695 City: 16
Hwy: 21
2008 Toyota 4Runner: RWD 4dr V6 Limited (GS) $35,100 / $31,695 City: 16
Hwy: 21
2008 Toyota 4Runner: RWD 4dr V6 Limited (SE) $35,100 / $31,695 City: 16
Hwy: 21
2008 Toyota 4Runner: RWD 4dr V8 SR5 (Natl) $30,430 / $27,477 City: 15
Hwy: 19
2008 Toyota 4Runner: RWD 4dr V8 SR5 (GS) $30,430 / $27,477 City: 15
Hwy: 19
2008 Toyota 4Runner: RWD 4dr V8 SR5 (SE) $30,430 / $27,477 City: 15
Hwy: 19
2008 Toyota 4Runner: RWD 4dr V8 Sport (Natl) $32,105 / $28,902 City: 15
Hwy: 19
2008 Toyota 4Runner: RWD 4dr V8 Sport (GS) $32,105 / $28,902 City: 15
Hwy: 19
2008 Toyota 4Runner: RWD 4dr V8 Sport (SE) $32,105 / $28,902 City: 15
Hwy: 19
2008 Toyota 4Runner: RWD 4dr V8 Limited (Natl) $36,860 / $33,284 City: 15
Hwy: 19
2008 Toyota 4Runner: RWD 4dr V8 Limited (GS) $36,860 / $33,284 City: 15
Hwy: 19
2008 Toyota 4Runner: RWD 4dr V8 Limited (SE) $36,860 / $33,284 City: 15
Hwy: 19
2008 Toyota 4Runner: 4WD 4dr V6 SR5 (Natl) $30,690 / $27,711 City: 16
Hwy: 20
2008 Toyota 4Runner: 4WD 4dr V6 SR5 (GS) $30,690 / $27,711 City: 16
Hwy: 20
2008 Toyota 4Runner: 4WD 4dr V6 SR5 (SE) $30,690 / $27,711 City: 16
Hwy: 20
2008 Toyota 4Runner: 4WD 4dr V6 Sport (Natl) $33,000 / $29,677 City: 16
Hwy: 20
2008 Toyota 4Runner: 4WD 4dr V6 Sport (GS) $33,000 / $29,677 City: 16
Hwy: 20
2008 Toyota 4Runner: 4WD 4dr V6 Sport (SE) $33,000 / $29,677 City: 16
Hwy: 20
2008 Toyota 4Runner: 4WD 4dr V6 Limited (Natl) $37,375 / $33,748 City: 16
Hwy: 20
2008 Toyota 4Runner: 4WD 4dr V6 Limited (GS) $37,375 / $33,748 City: 16
Hwy: 20
2008 Toyota 4Runner: 4WD 4dr V6 Limited (SE) $37,375 / $33,748 City: 16
Hwy: 20
2008 Toyota 4Runner: 4WD 4dr V8 SR5 (Natl) $32,705 / $29,532 City: 14
Hwy: 17
2008 Toyota 4Runner: 4WD 4dr V8 SR5 (GS) $32,705 / $29,532 City: 14
Hwy: 17
2008 Toyota 4Runner: 4WD 4dr V8 SR5 (SE) $32,705 / $29,532 City: 14
Hwy: 17
2008 Toyota 4Runner: 4WD 4dr V8 Sport (Natl) $34,380 / $30,954 City: 14
Hwy: 17
2008 Toyota 4Runner: 4WD 4dr V8 Sport (GS) $34,380 / $30,954 City: 14
Hwy: 17
2008 Toyota 4Runner: 4WD 4dr V8 Sport (SE) $34,380 / $30,954 City: 14
Hwy: 17
2008 Toyota 4Runner: 4WD 4dr V8 Limited (Natl) $39,135 / $35,337 City: 14
Hwy: 17
2008 Toyota 4Runner: 4WD 4dr V8 Limited (GS) $39,135 / $35,337 City: 14
Hwy: 17
2008 Toyota 4Runner: 4WD 4dr V8 Limited (SE) $39,135 / $35,337 City: 14
Hwy: 17

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Other Choices:

Compared to the 4Runner, the Chevrolet TrailBlazer (and the nearly identical GMC Envoy) feel sorely outdated, as those models lack the refinement of the 4Runner; the 4Runner also handles much more confidently than these GM vehicles and is safer. The Durango is another potential alternative; it boasts impressive towing ability, but it’s not as off-road-focused as the 4Runner. The Ford Explorer now includes a full range of safety features, handles well, and is quite comfortable inside, but it doesn’t offer the off-road hardiness possible in the 4Runner. The Nissan Pathfinder is the closest match to the 2008 Toyota 4Runner; it has an interior that trumps the Toyota's in appearance, while coming in at a lower price. The Nissan handles well, like the 4Runner, and its base V-6 engine is especially strong, yet efficient. Against any of these vehicles, though, the 4Runner has the advantage of especially strong resale value and a long-established reputation for reliability and durability.

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Comments (2 total)

  1. By tony #1, Posted: 10/7/2008

    Is the 4runner good for off-road?

    I want to use it for the beach in the summer days. should I buy it?

  2. By Joo #2, Posted: 11/18/2008

    good off road toy

    if you want to drive in the dessert and the sand - good car... also to go for a coffee.

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