Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro vs. Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro and Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro and the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro.
When we compare the Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro's and the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro's specifications and ratings, the Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro has the advantage in the areas of reliability and interior volume. The Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro's and the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro is a better car than the Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro.
Pricing: A used 2023 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro ranges from $52,011 to $60,000 while a used 2023 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro is priced between $48,504 to $56,986. For a new model, the Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro's price is between $55,363 and $64,030, with the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro priced between $50,150 and $59,551.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro loses 29.1 percent of its value and the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro loses 22.4 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro retains 6.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota 4Runner is 8.7 out of 10 while the Toyota Tacoma's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Toyota 4Runner being ranked 6 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs and the Toyota Tacoma being ranked 2 out of 7 Best Midsize Trucks.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota 4Runner is 9.4 out of 10. For the Toyota Tacoma the reliability rating is 9.2 out of 10. This gives the Toyota 4Runner a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Toyota Tacoma.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro’s base engine makes 270 horsepower, and the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro base engine makes 278 horsepower. The TRD Pro is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 437 miles. The TRD Pro is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles.This gives the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro, a midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room and rear leg room. The Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro, a midsize truck, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro and the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$55,363 - $64,030
Starting MSRP:
$54,620
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$36,046
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$28,750 - $41,535
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$50,150 - $59,551
Starting MSRP:
$48,035
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$32,780
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$27,400 - $38,990
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$56,208
Price Range:
$52,011 - $60,000
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$40,669
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$31,626 - $57,848
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
62
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
20,436
# Good or Great Deals:
12
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$52,633
Price Range:
$48,504 - $56,986
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$41,046
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$34,975 - $47,340
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
67
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
17,453
# Good or Great Deals:
22
Toyota 4Runner Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
9.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Toyota Tacoma Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
9.2 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
12
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
9.5
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
7.6 - 12.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
92.1%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
13.7
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
12.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
11.2 - 13.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
79.4%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
5.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.3 - 21.6
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
7
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
4.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
2.3 - 21.4
Toyota 4Runner Rankings
Ranking
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37 out of / 39Toyota Tacoma Rankings
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7 out of / 7Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Not applicable
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
Not applicable
Available Bed Length(s)
60.5 inches, 73.7 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other Toyota 4Runner Trim Levels
40th Anniversary Special Edition, Limited, SR5, SR5 Premium, TRD Off-Road, TRD Off-Road Premium, TRD Sport
Other Toyota Tacoma Trim Levels
Limited, SR, SR V6, SR5, SR5 V6, Trail Special Edition, TRD Off-Road, TRD Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
270 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
278 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Max Payload:
1550 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
278 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
265 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6400 lbs
Max Payload:
1135 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 19 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
368 / 437 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 20 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
359 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Cargo Space:
47.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
89.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
144.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
100.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4750 lbs
Width:
75.8 inches
Height:
72 inches
Length:
191.3 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4465 lbs
Width:
75.2 inches
Height:
71.6 inches
Length:
212.3 inches
Wheelbase:
127.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/70R16
