2016 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro Photo Gallery
CARS.COM — The 2016 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro (which stands for “Toyota Racing Development”) not only looks the part of a rugged off-roader but has the chops to back it up with a slew of upgrades that enhance both the style and performance of the big SUV.
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The 4Runner TRD Pro wears a few unique styling details that distinguish it from regular 4Runner models, including 17-inch matte-black TRD alloy wheels wrapped in Nitto Terra Grappler all-terrain tires, black badging, black bezels around the fog lights and a specific front grille. That grille also houses my favorite addition: an old-school “Toyota” badge, which fits the overall aesthetic much more than the brand’s modern logo.
Inside, the 4Runner TRD Pro is well-equipped with standard navigation and SofTex-trimmed seats with red stitching. A TRD leather-wrapped shift knob and TRD Pro floor mats have also been added. The TRD Pro is only offered in a two-row configuration with seating for five.
Backing up all of the cosmetic touches are suspension and mechanical upgrades. The front shocks have been replaced with a 2.5-inch TRD Bilstein coil-over setup and different springs which offer longer travel. In back, the rear shocks are 2-inch TRD Bilsteins with a remote-reservoir. This new setup also adds an inch in ride height for better ground clearance. Under the front, a quarter-inch aluminum skid plate stamped with the TRD logo helps protect key components when driving off-road. An electronic locking rear differential is also standard.
The 2016 4Runner TRD Pro also offers a pair of useful enhancements borrowed from the Tacoma TRD Pro — Multi-terrain Select and Crawl Control. Each system is controlled by a knob located in front of the rearview mirror. Multi-terrain Select allows the driver to choose between different surfaces and will adjust the throttle and traction control accordingly. Crawl Control is useful during steep ascents and descents over rough terrain, actively controlling the throttle and brakes at the desired speed setting to let the driver focus on navigating.
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