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2000 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4x2

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The 2000 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4x2 is a 183-hp V6 SUV with a 4-speed electronically controlled automatic overdrive and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $26,308 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.

It makes 183 horsepower at 4,800 rpm and 217 lb-ft of torque at 3600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 19 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).

The 4Runner measures 183.3 inches long on a 105.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,600 lb.

Spec	Value
Vehicle
Body Type	SUV
Powertrain	Gas
Price
MSRP	$26,308 ($49,652 *)
Engine
Engine Type	3.4-liter DOHC 24-valve EFI V6
Horsepower	183 hp @ 4,800 rpm
Torque	217 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive Type	Rear-wheel drive (2WD)
Transmission
Transmission	4-speed electronically controlled automatic overdrive (ECT)
1st Gear	2.804
2nd Gear	1.531
3rd Gear	1
4th Gear	0.705
Reverse	2.393
Final Drive	3.727
Fuel Economy
City	16 MPG
Highway	19 MPG
Combined	17 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
Rear Brake Disc	Drum
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front	15 in. (6-spoke styled steel)
Wheels Rear	15 in. (6-spoke 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	3,600 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	53.3 in
Hip Room Front	49.8 in
Hip Room Rear	51.3 in

* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall	Not rated
Frontal crash	Not rated
Frontal – driver	★★★★★
Frontal – passenger	★★★★★
Side crash	Not rated
Rollover	Not rated

Tested variant: 2000 Toyota 4Runner 4-DR. 4x4

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2000 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

493 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2000 Toyota 4RUNNER

Owner Complaints

493 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2000 Toyota 4RUNNER (31 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 18 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas

Structure	256
Suspension	103
Unknown Or Other	59
Power Train	42
Service Brakes	35
Hydraulic	33

A complaint can cite more than one area.

Most recent complaints

Oct 11, 2023 · Steering, Suspension, Power Train

“The hole underneath frame is rusted into and there is a bunch of wielding done to it and it's very unsafe to drive and the car lot guy keeps saying he wants it back on the road”

Oct 9, 2023 · Steering, Suspension, Structure

“The frame is rusted almost in half a mechanic said it's not safe to drive it will kill someone. The car lot that is selling me the car said he can fix it but it's being held together by welds and c…”

Apr 2, 2023 · Steering, Suspension, Unknown Or Other

“We recently looked at this vehicle at Toyota of Ann Arbor car lot. After taking the vehicle to a private Professional Certified Car Inspector we were told that that the passenger side Frame had a…”

Mar 28, 2023 · Electrical System, Latches/Locks/Linkages

“The contact owns a 2000 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that after disconnecting the battery from the vehicle, it was later discovered that the both the driver’s and passenger’s side doors and the…”

Jul 28, 2022 · Suspension, Unknown Or Other

“Section of frame broke and fell to the pavement. Vehicle bouncing and went off road causing damage to front driver side bumper, turn signal light housing, headlight. Extensive Back frame rusting has…”

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 2000 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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