Toyota’s long-running off-roader has been updated for the 2025 model year, available with a pair of powerful four-cylinder powertrain options.

The new 4Runner can be had with a i-Force turbocharged 2.4 L engine producing 278 hp and 317 lb.-ft. of torque or the i-Force Max hybrid powertrain, with the same size displacement, producing up to 326 hp and 465 lb.-ft. of torque. Towing capacity is 6,000 pounds with the hybrid powertrain.

The i-Force powertrain is standard on the SR5, TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road and Limited grades.

The i-Force Max is available on the TRD Off-Road and standard on the TRD Pro, Trailhunter and Platinum trims.

Toyota says the new bold design comes with new technology, premium materials, a host of options and safety features.

“The all-new 4Runner continues Toyota’s legacy of building legendary trucks while introducing a cool new look and incredible features that prepare this versatile and authentic body-on-frame SUV for the future,” said Cyril Dimitris, vice president, Toyota Canada Inc., in a news release. “The new 4Runner is designed to impress with new style and comfort, state of the art safety and off-roading technology ensuring this is a go-anywhere, do-anything truck – especially when coupled with the impressive torque of the available i-Force Max powertrain.”

The 4Runner sits on Toyota’s TNGA-F global truck platform, shared with the Tacoma, Land Cruiser, Tundra and Sequoia vehicles. The platform is said to utilize a high-strength boxed, steel-ladder frame and a multi-link coil rear and double wishbone front suspension. The platform is said to be not only strong but also offers improved ride comfort.

Toyota says the 4Runner was built trail ready and has up to 32-degree approach and 24-degree departure angles.

An available stabilizer bar disconnect mechanism increases suspension articulation at the push of a button, and an available multi-terrain monitor system helps the driver see potential hazards via a centre display.

Canadian versions of the 4Runner will be available with part-time or full-time four-wheel drive, which utilize an electronically controlled two-speed transfer case with high/low range, active traction control and an automatic limited slip differential.

The Platimum grade is offered in the 4Runner for the first time. This is a luxury version and features heated second-row seats, a standard tow tech package, a head-up display and automatic rain sensing wipers.

An eight-inch multimedia screen is standard and a 14-inch touchscreen is optional. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability is standard as is a wireless charging pad and a USB-C data and charging port. Dual USB-C charting ports are standard in the front and optional to the rear passengers.

Toyota’s Safety Sense 3.0 is standard. This features the following:

• Pre-collision system with pedestrian detection
• Lane departure alert with steering assist
• Full-speed range dynamic radar cruise control
• Lane tracing assist
• Road sign assist
• Automatic high beams
• Proactive driving assist

Other safety features are optional.

Toyota Canada says the 2025 4Runner will be on sale in fall 2024.