The Bottom Line: What is a 4Runner? The Toyota 4Runner is a midsize SUV sport utility vehicle and has been conquering off-road trails for over 38 years now, and still counting. First introduced in 1983 the 4Runner has gone through 5 generations of refinement. Three trim levels were originally offered, SR5, Sport Edition, and Limited. Today the TRD Toyota Racing Division edition is at the top of the line, with more models on the way.
Toyota is so committed to the 4 Runner that they make this SUV in 9 different renditions. The base model is still an SR5, then the Trail Special Edition, SR5 Premium, TRD Off-Road, TRD Off-Road Premium, Venture Special Edition, the Limited Edition, the Nightshade Special Edition, and the top-of-the-line, the TRD PRO Off-Road Edition. Read the full article here.