5 Star Reviews for 2006 Toyota 4Runner

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.72/5 Average
136 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

The Toyota 4Runner has revised exterior styling for 2006, highlighted by new bumpers, lamps, grille and lower cladding. There are also new 18-inch alloy wheels for the Limited model and a new roof rack and tube steps for the Sport Edition. Toyota has also thickened the 4Runner's windshield and front window glass for reduced wind noise. In terms of new standard features, there's now an auxiliary audio jack for portable devices and power seating for the Sport and SR5 V8, and a seat memory feature and a six-disc CD changer for the Limited.

Pros:
  • Powerful engine lineup, well-mannered on pavement, above-average off-road capability, comfortable and well-trimmed cabin, long list of standard equipment.
Cons:

User Reviews:

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  • Cant Get Better Than This - 2006 Toyota 4Runner
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    I have had this vehicle for three years and, at 80K plus miles, I have not had a single mechanical malfunction. It drives great and has great roadability. It is easy to maneuver, even in small/tight spaces. The driver sits high and this provides great overall vision of your surroundings. In regards to quality, cant beat Toyotas quality or dependability.

  • After 3 Years - 2006 Toyota 4Runner
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    Last post was 9/6/2006. Nothing has changed except the gas mileage has improved from 19.5 to 21 mpg combined. Absolutely zero defects after 3 years and 36K miles. Best of all, my wife still loves it. It is the best vehicle, new or used that I have owned during the past 43 years. Wife wished we had bought leather with heated seats but the cloth is great. Handled great on snow and ice the past 2 winters. Plenty of power, great handling, and visibility. Still looks like new.

  • Like riding on air - 2006 Toyota 4Runner
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    I have been more than pleased with the comfortable ride provided by my 4Runner. This is by far the most comfortable ride I have experienced from any vehicle I have ever owned. The brakes are a bit nimble, but other than that the vehicle is like riding on air. There is very little noise from exterior extremities, with the exception of a heavy rain. Very little noise, and handles potholes better than I expected.

  • Love my 06 Sport - 2006 Toyota 4Runner
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    I traded my 01 Limited on an 06 Sport with the 4.0 liter. What a difference! Im missing the leather a bit, but the tradeoff in power and comfort is well worth the difference. I pull a 15ft enclosed trailer with two atvs in it with no problem. I was worried I should have gotten the V8, but Im very happy I went with the 6 cylinder. Gas mileage in mixed driving has been around 20-21mpg. Insurance was dirt cheap. My 06 was actually cheaper to insure than my 01! This is an excellent SUV!

  • Awesome 4x4 and towing vehicle - 2006 Toyota 4Runner
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    Ive taken the car everywhere. From my first 2000 miles where I towed from TX to ID, to me taking it off-road or driving in some serious snow, this vehicle has done it all for me. And everything without a single problem

  • Pleasant Compromise - 2006 Toyota 4Runner
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    Overall quality of 4Runner is great. After 1K miles, gas mileage with mixed driving, mostly side roads is 19.5 to 20.2 MPG. Gas mileage on road trip, mostly turnpike, averaging 75 to 80 mph, was 19.2 MPG. Ride is smooth but has a slight truck bounce when driving over concrete washboard sections of highway. Visibility great. Hauled an interior 80" door in the cargo area. Have 72" or so clearance in cargo area after folding 2nd row seats flat.

  • Love for life - 2006 Toyota 4Runner
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    So far, so good!! This is the most comfortable SUV I have ever been in. I love the ride. It doesnt feel like a truck anymore. I take mine off- roading, on the highway, and grocery- grabbing. The rear window roll down access is great. When I out of the store with a couple of bags of groceries, I hit the key fob button to drop the window, walk up, and deposit the bags into the back without setting the bags down to open a door!! As far as I am aware, this is the only SUV to have this. The rest flip up, etc.

  • Absolutely Love It! - 2006 Toyota 4Runner
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    I love everything about it. Drive is smooth, good acceleration, quiet ride, roomy interior, good gas mileage (averaging 21 mpg), looks great, tons of standard features. You name it, I love it! I feel like its worth every penny and then some after driving it 2500 miles. No buyers regret here.

  • 4Runner - 2006 Toyota 4Runner
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    Traded in 1994 Honda Accord w/185K on it for first SUV. Other vehicle is 1998 van. Wanted a true SUV for the trek to a second home in the Whilte Mountains of NH v. crossover. Also, wanted something reliable similar to the Accord. Plan to keep this vehicle for 10-12 years. Alway have felt safe in this truck no matter what kind of weather, snow, rain, etc. 35k in 15 months and love this SUV. We are a family of four and it is a bit small in the passenger area, but you can load it to the top for a weekend or weeks vacation. No 3rd row as it was useless. If you need a people hauler, best to opt for a bigger SUV or van.

  • Good Buy. - 2006 Toyota 4Runner
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    Bought with 73k.great vehicle to haul the kids around.I chose the V8 due to its power.The gas mileage with a V6 was just 2mpg less.Go with the V8.Drove from Las Vegas to San Francisco,what an awesome ride.Eats up potholes.I liked the 4runner so much, I bought my wife a 2007 4runner sport.

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