r/4Runner_6Gen

Bought a 2026 Limited, black with portobello interior. Non hybrid, 2 wheel drive, 3rd row seat and quite a few other add-ons/accessories. Never had intentions of off roading. Just needed a bigger vehicle and liked the 6th gen body style.

Car had 7k miles on it and was sold as new. Was told it was driven by a dealership employee/manager for about 6 months. Dealer opened up with wanting 62k for it which was absurd for already having 7k miles. Ended up paying 56k out the door.

Still not sure how much I may have over paid given the mileage and think maybe I could have squeezed a few more thousand out of them.

Just sharing for people searching for other folks price paid like I did. This car was definitely a bit of an anomaly given its not a popular or particularly desirable configuration being non-hybrid, 2 wheel drive, 3rd row, plus the miles the dealer had put on it.

Still wish I could of shot straight with the salesman after the fact to figure out what their absolute bottom line would have been. Cant help but be curious!

Thinking about buying a 2026 limited for the portabello interior then making it into a trd pro ( grill, flares, scoop, lift and wheels.) this should be easily achievable no ? Or do the components not fit on the limited for whatever reason

I started this sub, but I dont know shit about being a mod. Would be cool to update the top banner, have a weekly/monthly photo in the corner... etc. LMK!

Patiently waiting for my ORP to come in, I put a deposit a few days ago. Hopefully will be here in 2 months or so. I know everyone thinks the 6th gen is expensive, and don’t like the new powertrain but inflation is a thing, and if you can afford it who cares! Idk much about engines and stuff, but from a bit of research the engine isn’t ‘new’ and has seemed to be reliable thus far.

With that being said what do you dislike about your runner? Are there any little annoying things, are you happy with your purchase? Please include trim level as well! :). Additionally, are there any add ons that you appreciate having?

Hello everyone!

I posted a few days ago about a challenge I’ve been running into with our new Toyota 4Runner and I’ve received some helpful information since then. Our 2026 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road states that it has an 895lb payload capacity (on the actual sticker on the door). On the sticker next to it, it says the GVWR is 6,240. Tow capacity is 6,000lbs.

I went into a CAT scale yesterday and the unloaded vehicle with a full tank of gas was at 4,840. Everywhere I’ve read and everyone I talk to states that payload is simply GVWR-Curb weight, meaning this 4Runner SHOULD have a payload of 1,400.

We are looking at RV’s that we can tow with this vehicle, and I need to know what payload to operate off of so I can stick within my tongue weight options. My plan is to stay under a loaded tongue weight (not dry) of 600lbs and get a camper that has a GVWR between 4,500 and 6,000lbs, or 3,500 - 4,200 dry. I refuse to go over 4,800lbs loaded, and a 600lb tongue would put us right at around 1,050- 1,100 payload (that’s with two people, drawers installed, a roof rack, and our cat).

If I stick below 4,800lbs loaded, below 600lbs tongue, and below 1,100 payload (seemingly 75% of the true payload capacity), will I be good? Or am I better off sticking under 895lbs payload listed on the door no matter what?

The 6th Gen 4Runners also have a hybrid model that has heavy EV batteries, but the same payload and GVWR, which makes me think they slapped that same sticker across the board on all models.

We will be living in the RV full time, so we’re trying to get the largest one we can tow without going over 75-80% of our capacities all around.

Thank you!

Just placed a deposit on my ORP. I plan to enjoy stock for a while, but I’m sure I’ll want to mod it in due time. I love the big tire look. I will rarely go off roading if at all because I’m already a shitty driver and don’t want to mess up my paint lol. What is a common tire upgrade? Should I add shocks/lift and suspension upgrades?

Can someone please tell me what a good build is for bigger tires, but a smooth ride (as smooth as it gets lol) that won’t tank my MPG. also, because I’m getting a black vehicle I plan to ceramic coat and wash every other week at the touch free/hand wash stations. Is this a good idea? Feel free to put your builds below, and if possible tell me why you chose the mods you did and how they affect your car! Prices would be helpful if you’re comfortable sharing. Thank you!