This week it’s a long-awaited Quick Spin in the all-new sixth-gen 2025 Toyota 4Runner. And while the internet is full of comments on the power rear window, we’ll focus on some more pertinent facts.

4Runner power will come from Toyota’s 2.4-liter I4 turbo engine with a standard 278 horsepower output, or the hybrid-assisted i-FORCE MAX version with 326 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque.

Toyota is not afraid to put the metal where their mouth is, so this 4Runner is rocking and rolling on the same stiff, high-strength steel frame that carries the Tundra, Sequoia, Land Cruiser, and now Tacoma. Big spenders will be happy to see more options at the high end; an aftermarket bedazzled Trailhunter loaded up with goodies from ARB, Old Man Emu and Rigid, and a Platinum grade with premium leather, upgraded tech and unique trim.

No matter which box you check, the 4Runner remains a force to be reckoned with when the pavement ends, as we found out during our first drive opportunity in Southern California.

STEPHANIE HART: “Well so far today is a lot of fun. I’m at Vogt Ranch in California driving the 2025 Toyota 4Runner. So far, it’s handling really well, it’s very capable on the trails.”

It looks great too. Plenty of ground clearance, chiseled body work, exaggerated fenders; rugged without going overboard.

2025 Toyota 4Runners are on sale now with base pricing just over $40,000.

And we’ll have more Quick Spins…soon!