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2008 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4x2 V6

The 2008 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4x2 V6 is a 236-hp SUV with a 5-speed ect automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $34,700 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.

It makes 236 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 266 lb-ft of torque at 3800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 21 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).

The 4Runner measures 189.2 inches long on a 109.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,090 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$34,700 ($52,380 *)
MSRP with Destination$35,385 ($53,414 *)
Destination Charge$685
Engine
Engine Type4.0L DOHC 24-valve 6-cylinder EFI, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy head
Horsepower236 hp @ 5,200 rpm
Torque266 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4-valve/cylinder
Bore and Stroke3.70 x 3.74 in.
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Injection TypeSequential multi-point EFI
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear-wheel drive (2WD) with automatic Limited-Slip Differential (LSD)
Differential Type3.727 axle ratio
Transmission
Transmission5-speed ECT automatic
1st Gear3.52
2nd Gear2.042
3rd Gear1.4
4th Gear1
5th Gear0.716
Reverse3.224
Final Drive3.727
Fuel Economy
City16 MPG
Highway21 MPG
Combined18 MPG
Recommended Fuel87-octane unleaded
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent suspension with stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension4-link rigid type with coil springs
Front Stabilizer Bar1.14 in.
Rear Stabilizer Bar0.83 in.
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVentilated disc, 12.6 in.
Rear Brake DiscVentilated disc, 12.3 in.
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front7.5 x 18 in. (five-spoke alloy)
Wheels Rear7.5 x 18 in. (five-spoke alloy)
Tires FrontP265/60R18
Tires RearP265/60R18
Dimensions & Weight
Length189.2 in
Width75.2 in
Height71.1 in
Wheelbase109.8 in
Front Track62 in
Rear Track62 in
Ground Clearance8.7 in
Approach Angle30°
Departure Angle26°
Cargo Volume42.2 ft³
Curb Weight4,090 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.7 in
Headroom Rear39.1 in
Legroom Front41.8 in
Legroom Rear34.6 in
Shoulder Room Front58 in
Shoulder Room Rear57.2 in
Hip Room Front55.3 in
Hip Room Rear55.4 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (20.4 % risk)
Tested variant: 2008 Toyota 4Runner 4-DR. w/SAB

Recalls

5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Toyota 4RUNNER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jun 2, 2016 · SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.

Consequence: If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.

NHTSA campaign 16V396000

Nov 19, 2014 · SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 Rav4 and 4Runner. The affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring.

Consequence: Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant.

Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The recall is expected to began in January 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.

NHTSA campaign 14V743000

Feb 24, 2011 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2011 LEXUS LX570, 2003 THROUGH 2009 TOYOTA 4RUNNER, AND 2006 THROUGH 2010 RAV4 VEHICLES. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL CAN GET STUCK IN THE WIDE OPEN POSITION DUE TO ITS BEING TRAPPED BY AN UNSECURED OR INCOMPATIBLE DRIVER'S FLOOR MAT.

Consequence: A STUCK OPEN ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY RESULT IN VERY HIGH VEHICLE SPEEDS AND MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO STOP THE VEHICLE, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy: THE REMEDY IS NOW AVAILABLE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN EARLY APRIL 2011. THE REMEDY WILL INVOLVE MODIFICATION OR REPLACEMENT OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND REPLACEMENT OF ANY TOYOTA ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MAT. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331 OR LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.

NHTSA campaign 11V113000

Feb 3, 2010 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.

Consequence: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GULF STATES TOYOTA AT 713-580-3300.

NHTSA campaign 10V035000

Feb 3, 2010 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.

Consequence: A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.

NHTSA campaign 10V036000

96 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2008 Toyota 4RUNNER

Owner Complaints

96 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Toyota 4RUNNER (10 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 5 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Power Train27
Structure16
Vehicle Speed Control16
Service Brakes15
Unknown Or Other12
Suspension11
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Mar 16, 2026 · Power Train, Electrical System
“DIAGNOSIS FOUND TRANS FLUID WICKING UP HARNESS TO ENGINE ECM CONTAMINATING HARNESS AND ECU GIVEN FALSE/ABNORMAL READINGS AT ECM. EXTENSIVE REPAIRS NECESSARY W/ INTERNAL TRANS WIRE REPLACEMENT, ENGINE…”
May 7, 2025 · Vehicle Speed Control Crash 1 injury
“The contact owns a 2008 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated while pulling out of a parking spot and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly. The contact stated that she might…”
Aug 27, 2024 · Air Bags Crash 3 injuries
“On August 11th 2024 at approximately 8:30PM I was hit on the passenger side of my vehicle. As a result both passenger doors were smashed in. And had also been shoved into the car and causing the…”
Jul 6, 2023 · Unknown Or Other
“Hitch bent when pulling small ATV trailer. Under inspection of vehicle found the frame rusted out at the rear crossmember. Called Toyota @[XXX], they stated no coverage for this condition. Case…”
Feb 2, 2023 · Power Train, Service Brakes
“The actuator in the transfer case went bad in such a way as to not allow the vehicle either move (under its own power) or to be in a parked state; though the shifter and indicator lights indicated…”

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 2008 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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