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1987 Toyota 4Runner SR5 5MT

The 1987 Toyota 4Runner SR5 5MT is a 116-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 SUV with a 5-speed manual and four-wheel drive. It starts at $15,558 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.

It makes 116 horsepower at 4,800 rpm and 140 lb-ft of torque at 2800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).

The 4Runner measures 174.8 inches long on a 103.0-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$15,558 ($44,510 *)
Engine
Engine Type22R-E 2.4L SOHC inline-4, fuel injected, naturally aspirated
Displacement2.4 L
Horsepower116 hp @ 4,800 rpm
Torque140 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm
ValvetrainSOHC, 8-valve
Bore and Stroke92 x 89
Injection TypeElectronic fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive Type4WD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Final Drive4.1
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway22 MPG
Combined19 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tank Capacity17.2 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionHi-Trac independent front suspension, torsion bar, upper/lower A-arms, stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionLive rear axle, leaf springs with staggered hydraulic shock absorbers
Front Stabilizer BarYes
Turning Diameter37.4 ft
Brakes
Front Brake DiscDisc
Rear Brake DiscDrum
Tires & Wheels
Tires FrontP225/75R15
Tires RearP225/75R15
Dimensions & Weight
Length174.8 in
Width66.5 in
Height66.1 in
Wheelbase103 in
Front Track56.3 in
Rear Track55.5 in
Ground Clearance10.6 in
Approach Angle37°
Departure Angle22.5°
Cargo Volume80.9 ft³
Interior
Headroom Front39.2 in
Headroom Rear37.8 in
Legroom Front41.5 in
Legroom Rear34.3 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1987 Toyota 4RUNNER.

5 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1987 Toyota 4RUNNER

Owner Complaints

5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1987 Toyota 4RUNNER (3 mention a crash, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Hydraulic2
Power Train2
Service Brakes2
Equipment1
Tires1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 6, 2009 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 1 injury
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1987 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ENGAGE THE BRAKE PEDAL WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A VEHICLE AND…”
Mar 18, 2004 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Power Train
“CONSUMER PURCHASED A TOYOTA 4 RUNNER AND FOUND OUT THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT SAFE. WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY VEHICLE SHOOK, AND WOULD NOT GO OVER 5 MPH. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND MECHANIC…”
Sep 14, 2000 · Tires Crash 1 injury
“CONSUMER STATED SHE HEARD A MUFFLED GUNSHOT LIKE SOUND AND VEHICLE SANK IN THE REAR, SHE LOST CONTROL, VEHICLE RAN OFF THE ROAD INTO SOME TREES AND THEN ROLLED OVER, A WITNESS STATED HE SAW ONE OF THE…”
Aug 3, 1999 · Equipment
“THE UNDERSIDE SPARE TIRE FELL OFF DURING DRIVING. LUCKILY, IT WAS NOT ON THE HIGHWAY AND NO ONE WAS HIT. THIS IS THE SECOND FAILURE OF THIS CARRIER. IT IS A CHAIN LIFT WHICH CRANKS UP THE SPARE TIRE…”
Jan 20, 1999 · Power Train Crash
“WHILE DRIVING REAR AXLE BROKE INSIDE OF THE BEARING. AXLE CAME OUT AND WHEEL DISCONNECTED, VEHICLE LOST CONTROL AND HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE. DEALER/MANUFACTURER CONTACTED AND NEED TO INSPECT. VEHICLE IS…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1987 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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