The All-new 2011 Toyota 4runner

The Toyota 4Runner is one kind of Toyota's midsize SUVs. It's a great family vehicle in addition to great for those attempting to tackle some rough terrain. The 2011 4Runner gets 17 miles per gallon within the city and 23 miles per gallon while driving. It is accessible in either rear- or all-wheel drive and it is offered in 3 different trims: SR5, Trail or Limited.

For 2011 Toyota has dropped the 4-cylinder engine for an option and today all Toyota 4Runners come standard having a more powerful 6-cylinder engine.

The SR5 trim is offered as whether rear- or four-wheel drive. Standard features include 17-inch alloy wheels, skid plates, fog lights, cruise control, full power accessories having a power rear window and programmable auto door lock logic, a tilt-and-telescoping controls, a trip computer along with an audio system using a CD player and MP3 audio hook-up.

The Trail trim is offered only in four-wheel drive. Some extras from the SR5 trim include locking rear differential, Crawl Control (which electronically modulates throttle and brake when ascending or descending hills), off-road oriented tires, a backup camera that displays within the rearview mirror, CFC-free heating and cooling with rear ventilation and air conditioning filter, water-resistant upholstery, a sliding rear cargo deck as well as an upgraded music system with satellite radio, USB port appropriate an iPod and Bluetooth capabilities.

Probably the most luxury trim, the Limited, emerges in either two- or four-wheel drove both which includes a 270-hp 4.0 liter V6 engine. This trim comes standard with 20-inch alloy wheels, an activity enhanced suspension, keyless entry and ignition, automatic headlights, dual-zone automatic heating and cooling, leather upholstery, heated front seats as well as an upgraded 15-speaker sound system with a six-disc CD changer, satellite radio, an iPod-compatible USB port and Bluetooth capabilities.

About the SR5 trim Toyota comes with a Convenience Package plus a Premium Package which includes some of the top features of the Limited trim in addition to a power moonroof and power outlets. There are various standard security features on each one of Toyota 4Runner's trim levels including Toyota's Star Safety System consisting of Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, with an Anti-Lock Brake System with electric brake-force distribution and Brake Assist. A high airbag system with driver and front-passenger front seat-mounted side air bags and two-or three-row roll-sensing side curtain airbags is the one other standard feature on all trim levels. More complex standard features incorporate a tire pressure monitoring system, 3-point seatbelts in any seating positions with Emergency Locking Retractor feature and side-impact door beams.