1997
Toyota 4Runner

Starts at:
$19,988
Shop options
New 1997 Toyota 4Runner
See ratings
Consumer rating
Owner reviewed vehicle score
Not rated
Safety rating
NHTSA tested vehicle score
Consumer rating
Owner reviewed vehicle score
Not rated
Safety rating
NHTSA tested vehicle score
Shop Cars.com
Browse cars & save your favorites
Dealers near you
Find & contact a dealership near you
no listings

We're not finding any listings in your area.
Change your location or search Cars.com to see more!

Change location

Available trims

See the differences side-by-side to compare trims.
  • 4dr Manual
    Starts at
    $19,988
    20 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs
  • 4dr Auto
    Starts at
    $20,888
    20 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs
  • 4dr Manual 4WD
    Starts at
    $22,098
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs
  • 4dr Auto 4WD
    Starts at
    $22,998
    19 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs
  • 4dr SR5 3.4L Auto
    Starts at
    $24,678
    18 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs
  • 4dr SR5 3.4L Manual 4WD
    Starts at
    $25,808
    17 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs
  • 4dr SR5 3.4L Auto 4WD
    Starts at
    $26,708
    17 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs
  • 4dr Limited 3.4L Auto
    Starts at
    $31,578
    18 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs
  • 4dr Limited 3.4L Auto 4WD
    Starts at
    $33,908
    17 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    See all specs

The good & the bad

This vehicle doesn't have any good or bad insights yet.

Use our comparison tool to look at this model side-by-side with other vehicles or view the full specifications list .

Start your comparison

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
7 years / less than 85,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12, 000 miles
Dealer certification
160- or 174-point inspections
See all CPO program details

Compare similar vehicles

Select cars to compare for more detailed info.
  • 1997
    4.7
    Toyota 4Runner
    Starts at
    $19,988
    1997 Toyota 4Runner
    20 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear-wheel drive
    Drivetrain
    -
    Payload Capacity
    -
    Towing Capacity
    Compare
  • 1995
    4.8
    Toyota T100
    Starts at
    $13,998
    1995 Toyota T100
    -
    MPG
    -
    Seat capacity
    -
    Engine
    -
    Drivetrain
    -
    Payload Capacity
    -
    Towing Capacity
    Compare
  • 1999
    4.7
    Toyota Tacoma
    Starts at
    $12,698
    1999 Toyota Tacoma
    22 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear-wheel drive
    Drivetrain
    1,929 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    Compare
  • 2004
    4.6
    Scion xB
    Starts at
    $13,680
    2004 Scion xB
    31 City / 35 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front-wheel drive
    Drivetrain
    -
    Payload Capacity
    -
    Towing Capacity
    Compare
  • 1995
    4.3
    Toyota 4Runner
    Starts at
    $21,838
    1995 Toyota 4Runner
    -
    MPG
    -
    Seat capacity
    -
    Engine
    -
    Drivetrain
    -
    Payload Capacity
    -
    Towing Capacity
    Compare
  • Compare more options
    Use our comparison tool to add any vehicle of your choice and see a full list of specifications and features side-by-side.
    Try it now

Consumer reviews

96% of drivers recommend this car
4.7 / 5
Based on 52 reviews
Write a review
Comfort 4.4
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.7
Value 4.8
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 4.8

Most recent

  • By ToyotaFan from san diego, ca
    Owns this car
    March 13, 2021

    Great and safe buy

    I drive this car from San Diego to Los Angeles a lot !!! MPG is okay and I feel safe in this SUV. Been driving in good and bad weather and I have had no problems what so ever. My biggest cost was only buying new tires or getting alignment which only happened only maybe twice.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
    9 people out of 10 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No
  • By big bud from saskatchewan
    Owns this car
    December 6, 2020

    best 4x4 ever built

    my 4 runner has 690000 KM on it and still going strong. never had a major problem with it just do routine maintenance on it. the 4x4 is amazing I have put it in holes that most ATV wouldn't come out of and with the diff lock on it come out with no problem.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Off-roading
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
    2 people out of 2 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No
  • By Isabella from Allyn, WA
    Owns this car
    June 1, 2020

    Most Reliable Vehicle on the Road

    I've owned this car for over 100,000 miles as the third owner and it has never let me down. 4wd driveline intact after countless trips off-roading, handles well when towing and makes long treks comfortable and effortless.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
    7 people out of 7 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No
  • By Leggo from Moses lake Washington
    Owns this car
    March 31, 2020

    Toyotas are very long lasting cars

    I’ve had toyotas from the age of 16 and I’m 25 there one of the most reliable cars out there next to the Hondas. Once I get rid of this beautiful 97 Toyota forerunner I’m gonna buy me a new 2017 Toyota forerunner hopefully
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
    0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No
  • By Kim S. from Austin, TX
    Owns this car
    January 14, 2020

    It's a Toyota!

    I've had a few Toyotas in my life, from a 1971 Corona Deluxe to a 1993 Pickup and loved them both. Had a coworker of my husband selling a 97 4Runner Limited 4wd that was well taken care of and a good deal. Love it! It's got 220,000 miles and besides some maintenance stuff that needed to be done and the front seats needing to be recovered, it's been the best ever! I even have a 95 4Runner that I got super cheap that was unwanted that we need to get some gaskets replaced on first before we drive it any distance that we love, too.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
    0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No
  • By Gil from Long Island, NY
    Owns this car
    December 23, 2019

    MOST RELIABLE CAR I'VE OWNED

    Always there for me and my family. Never stranded us and always great in fowl weather...especially snow - SMOOTH & FUN TO DRIVE On AND OFF ROAD!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
    0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No
  • By Woodsman from Cherokee, North Carolina
    Owns this car
    November 8, 2019

    Frame Rust

    Purchased 1 year ago in southeast. Runs good still and seemed to be a good deal. It wasn't ! Though the undercarriage and frame appeared rust free, I later learned the frame is known to rust from the inside out WHICH IT DID ! These vehicles can be extremely dangerous because of this problem and Toyota knows it. Research 4runner frame rust. I will never even consider buying another 4runner, regardless of the year.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 3.0
    0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No
  • By Minniesfun from Glendora,ca
    Owns this car
    October 11, 2019

    Very reliable i don't want to get rid of it but i

    Ireally like thr vehicle it's comfortable to ride in good for going camping you can make a bed in the back since the seats fold down. It has a tow hitch and ball on it to tow what ever.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 2.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
    0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No
  • By Tori from San Clemente, CA/Tempe, AZ
    Owns this car
    June 12, 2019

    All-Around Fantastic Car.

    This car was a perfect first car, but would fit any owner's needs. It has many great features such as: a spacious, comfortable interior for passengers or cargo, power seats, cruise control, power trunk window, strong racks, tow package, leather interior, sunroof, etc. It has required little maintenance over the years and has made several long distance trips without any issues. Well worth the investment. Sad to see it go.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
    0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No
  • By Eric from Roselle Park, NJ
    Owns this car
    June 6, 2019

    Perfect car on and off-roading

    This is the most capable and reliable vehicle I’ve ever had. With normal maintenance it will surpass 200k Miles. No major repairs ever needed while I owned it for 6 years. 100% recommend.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
    0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No
  • By bmg44 from Arkansas
    Owns this car
    April 29, 2019

    Helped me find my vehicle easy

    Glad cars.com helped me locate this vehicle. Great tool for vehicle search. Helped me narrow search and navigate to locate my vehicle with no hassle. I will definitely use cars.com in the future.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
    0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No
  • By thevelvetfog1 from Portland, Oregon
    Owns this car
    March 23, 2019

    GREAT Classic SUV

    Everything you want - nothing you don't need. I previously owned a '90 4Runner and the upgrades are really nice (tinted windows, power windows and locks, rear hatch that swings up to act as a rain shield but you can still roll down the back window to access cargo area, 6 cylinders for more power, etc.). And, of course, Toyota reliability.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
    1 person out of 1 found this review helpful. Did you?
    Yes No
See all reviews

Toyota dealers near you

See all Toyota dealers near you

FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 1997 Toyota 4Runner?

The 1997 Toyota 4Runner is available in 3 trim levels:

  • (4 styles)
  • Limited (2 styles)
  • SR5 (3 styles)

What is the MPG of the 1997 Toyota 4Runner?

The 1997 Toyota 4Runner offers up to 20 MPG in city driving and 25 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 1997 Toyota 4Runner?

The 1997 Toyota 4Runner compares to and/or competes against the following vehicles:

Is the 1997 Toyota 4Runner reliable?

The 1997 Toyota 4Runner has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1997 Toyota 4Runner owners.

Is the 1997 Toyota 4Runner a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 1997 Toyota 4Runner. 96.2% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 52 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.4
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.7
  • Value: 4.8
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.8

Toyota 4Runner history

Your list was successfully saved.
 
 
 
 
Save list Compare
[{"cat":"suv_midsize","stock_type":"used","bodystyle":"SUV","page_type":"research/make-model-year","oem_page":false,"search_fuel_types":["Gasoline Fuel"]}]