1999 Toyota 4Runner Base 4x2
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- Photo: 2001 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4WD, front left, 08-24-2022 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 99-02 Toyota 4Runner Limited by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 3rd gen Toyota 4runner Limited side by BrokenSphere, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Smile (15541431101) by Zach Dischner, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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The 1999 Toyota 4Runner Base 4x2 is a 150-hp SUV with a 5-speed manual overdrive; 4-speed electronically controlled automatic overdrive available and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $21,398 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 150 horsepower at 4,800 rpm and 177 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 21 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The 4Runner measures 183.3 inches long on a 105.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,440 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $21,398 ($41,743 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.7-liter DOHC 16-valve EFI 4-cylinder, cast iron block with aluminum alloy head |
| Horsepower | 150 hp @ 4,800 rpm |
| Torque | 177 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4-valve/cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 3.74 x 3.74 in. |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Injection Type | EFI |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel drive (2WD) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual overdrive (standard); 4-speed electronically controlled automatic overdrive (ECT) available |
| 1st Gear | 3.954 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.141 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.384 |
| 4th Gear | 1 |
| 5th Gear | 0.81 |
| Reverse | 4.091 |
| Final Drive | 3.727 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 21 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | 87-octane unleaded (regular) |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent double-wishbone with coil springs, low-pressure gas-filled shocks, and stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | 4-link coil spring with low-pressure gas-filled shocks and stabilizer bar |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 1.02 in. |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 0.75 in. |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated disc, 11.6 in. |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum, 11.6 in. |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 in. (styled steel) |
| Wheels Rear | 15 in. (styled steel) |
| Tires Front | P225/75R15 |
| Tires Rear | P225/75R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 183.3 in |
| Width | 66.5 in |
| Height | 67.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.3 in |
| Front Track | 59.3 in |
| Rear Track | 58.9 in |
| Ground Clearance | 9.8 in |
| Approach Angle | 32° |
| Departure Angle | 26° |
| Cargo Volume | 44.6 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,440 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.3 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.7 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.6 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 49.8 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 51.3 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1999 Toyota 4Runner Base 4x2 with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1999 Toyota 4RUNNER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 24, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
NHTSA campaign 06E049000
Mar 23, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
NHTSA campaign 06E026000
332 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1999 Toyota 4RUNNER
Owner Complaints
332 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1999 Toyota 4RUNNER (30 mention a crash, 6 a fire, 16 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Structure | 112 |
| Suspension | 66 |
| Unknown Or Other | 36 |
| Fuel System | 35 |
| Tires | 28 |
| Service Brakes | 26 |
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 1999 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.