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2017 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro
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2017 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro
Overview
If you are in the market for a body-on-frame full size SUVs the 4Runner is a good place to start. The 2017 4Runner has a few updates on the exterior with its rugged stance and mean look.
Safety Features
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| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) |
| A-Trac ABS And Driveline Traction Control |
| Side Impact Beams |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags |
| Safety Connect Emergency S.O.S |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags |
| Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row Airbags |
| Airbag Occupancy Sensor |
| Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag |
| Rear Child Safety Locks |
| Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners |
| Back-Up Camera |
Driving Impression
The 4Runner TRD Pro has a hard ride with Pro suspension with 2.5-inch TRD Bilstein shocks and retuned springs. The SUV also gets a raised ride height, 1.0 inch up front and 2.0 inches out back. Wrapped around the standard 17-inch matte black TRD alloy wheels is Nitto Terra Grappler all-terrain tires for maximum off-road prowess. Up front is an aluminum TRD-stamped skid plate to help keep rocks and debris from hitting powertrain components. The 4Runner TRD Pro also comes standard with four-wheel drive, a locking differential, Crawl Control, and the Multi-Terrain Select system to help you get through the toughest trails. The steering is very responsive and this 4Runner is ready for off road duty. Just came back from a 300 mile drive to Wisconsin and the 4Runner handled superbly and I was able to pack the cargo area with abundance of equipment.
Under the Hood
Powering the 4Runner TRD Pro is a 4.0-liter V-6 with 270 hp and 278 lb-ft of torque paired to a five-speed automatic transmission.
| Engine | |
| Engine Order Code : | |
| Engine Type : | Regular Unleaded V-6 |
| Displacement : | 4.0 L/241 |
| Fuel System : | Sequential MPI |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : | 270 @ 5600 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM : | |
Inside
Inside the 4Runner’s cabin the infotainment system is an older version of Toyota’s Entune with a 6.1-inch touchscreen, which is easy to use.
The 4Runner TRD Pro seats five with a ton of cargo space with the rear seats down.. Both rows of seats offer plenty of support and are comfortable enough for long drives. Second-row passengers are also able to recline the seatbacks on a road trip.
Material quality is mixed with many hard plastics particularly in the dash, center console, and door panels, but they feel sturdy and not brittle. The Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro sticks with large buttons and knobs, making it easy to interact with the multimedia and HVAC systems. Visibility is excellent, thanks to the large windows through out the 4Runner
Below is a list of the many creature features available on the 4Runner TRD Pro
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| Radio: Entune Premium Audio w/Navigation -inc: Entune Multimedia bundle (6.1″ high resolution touch-screen w/split screen display, AM/FM CD player w/MP3/WMA playback capability, 8 speakers, auxiliary audio jack, USB 2.0 port w/iPod connectivity and control, advanced voice recognition, hands-free phone capability, phone book access and music streaming via Bluetooth wireless technology), Siri Eyes Free, Entune AppSuite, HD Radio, HD Radio predictive traffic and Doppler weather overlay, AM/FM cache radio, SiriusXM satellite radio w/3-month complimentary all access trial, Gracenote album cover art and integrated backup camera display w/projected path, Entune App Suite includes Destination Search, iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable, Pandora, Facebook Places, Yelp and Slacker Radio; real-time info including traffic, weather, fuel prices, sports and stocks Access to Entune services is subscription free. See toyota.com/entune for details. |
| Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Aux Audio Input Jack and Steering Wheel Controls |
| 8 Speakers |
| Window Grid Diversity Antenna |
| 1 LCD Monitor In The Front |
| HD Predictive Traffic Real-Time Traffic Display |
| INTERIOR |
| Heated Front Bucket Seats -inc: 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat w/power lumbar support and 4-way power-adjustable front passenger seat |
| 40-20-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat |
| Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column |
| Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer |
| Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows |
| Entune Selective Service Internet Access |
| Leather/Metal-Look Steering Wheel |
| Front Cupholder |
| Rear Cupholder |
| 5 12V DC Power Outlets |
| Compass |
| Valet Function |
| Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 4 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button |
| Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls |
| Manual Air Conditioning |
| HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts |
| Locking Glove Box |
| Driver Foot Rest |
| Full Cloth Headliner |
| Leatherette Door Trim Insert |
| Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Simulated Carbon Fiber Console Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents |
| Softex Synthetic Leather Seat Trim |
| TRD Shift Knob |
| Day-Night Rearview Mirror |
| Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror |
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror |
| Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage, 5 12V DC Power Outlets and 1 AC Power Outlet |
| Front Map Lights |
| Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting |
| Full Carpet Floor Covering |
| Carpet Floor Trim |
| TRD Pro Floor Mats |
| Cargo Area Concealed Storage |
| Black Roof Rails -inc: silver cover |
| Cargo Space Lights |
| Safety Connect Tracker System |
| FOB Controls -inc: Windows and Sunroof/Convertible Roof |
| Garage Door Opener |
| Instrument Panel Covered Bin, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins |
| Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down |
| Delayed Accessory Power |
| Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature |
| Systems Monitor |
| Trip Computer |
| Outside Temp Gauge |
| Analog Display |
| Manual Anti-Whiplash Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints |
| Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest |
| 2 Seatback Storage Pockets |
| Perimeter Alarm |
| Engine Immobilizer |
| 5 12V DC Power Outlets and 1 AC Power Outlet |
| Air Filtration |
Outside
The 2017 4Runner looks the part of a rugged off road vehicle with its large fender and upright stance with a large fascia surrounded by a large front grille. Fog lights, projector headlights highlight the 4Runner’s rugged looks. The TRD Pro trim gets unique wheels, all-terrain tires, a front skid plate, and unique badging.
Summary
If you are in the market for an old school full size SUV then go to your local Toyota dealer for a test drive today
Specifications
| Interior Dimensions | |
| Passenger Capacity : | 5 |
| Front Head Room : in | 39.3 |
| Front Leg Room : in | 41.7 |
| Front Shoulder Room : in | 57.8 |
| Front Hip Room : in | 56.5 |
| Second Head Room : in | 38.6 |
| Second Leg Room : in | 32.9 |
| Second Shoulder Room : in | 57.8 |
| Second Hip Room : in | |
| Exterior Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase : in | 109.8 |
| Length, Overall : in | 191.3 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors : in | 75.8 |
| Height, Overall : in | 72 |
| Track Width, Front : in | 64.1 |
| Track Width, Rear : in | 64.1 |