Toyota 4runner 3rd generation. I will talk about some of my favorite things in this build modifications and how it evolved from being an average late 90s suv to be the pearl of all 3rd gen 4runners. Everyones favorite 4runner is the third generation model which was sold in the united states from 1996 to 2002. This generation gives you many model years to pick from if youre interested in checking one out.
The 3rd gen 4runner does not have any support like the previous two generations if the quarters or rockers rot or are destroyed. Based on the land cruiser prado 120 series the new 4runner retained the same basic exterior styling themes and was still marketed as a mid size semi luxury suv with off road capabilities. He was more of a sports car and motorcycle guy.
It has two options for engines. Truecar has over 785638 listings nationwide updated daily. Come find a great deal on used toyota 4runners in your area today.
It wasnt the fastest 4runner two engines were available a meager 150 horsepower 27 liter 4 cylinder and a 183 hp 34 liter v6 and it wasnt the most capable 4runner either. Search over 3538 used toyota 4runners. Its also considered the best generation for a used 4runner to go off roading in.
Toyota introduces the third generation 4runner. His build thread began on june 17 2010 although at the time he purchased the 4runner he was not all that into trucks. The third generation of toyota 4runner ran from 1996 2002.
An off road overview of the 3rd gen toyota 4runner 1996 2002 the 3rd gen 4runner has an optional supercharger for more power but without it the 34 still has more power than the 22re and the 30. The 4runner receives a complete redesign for 1996 which includes all new engines chassis interior and exterior styling enhanced safety equipment and added utility. The fourth generation 4runner incorporated serious changes to the chassis and body of the vehicle but was targeted at approximately the same demographics as the third generation.