2004 Toyota 4Runner
US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
The 2004 Toyota 4Runner is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 4.0L 6-cylinder, 4.7L 8-cylinder
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Seating
- Not available
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 4.0L 6-cylinder, 4.7L 8-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 4.0 L to 4.7 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 to 8 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
Trims and configurations
4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 18, 2026.
16V065000: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2003-2006 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX470, 2005-2006 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia, 2004-2006 Toyota 4Runner and Lexus GX470 vehicles equipped with side curtain-shield-air bags. The affected vehicles have an air bag control module that may be improperly programmed, causing the side curtain-shield-air bags to…
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control module with one that has improved programming, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-271-9371.…
Reported February 5, 2016. View on NHTSA
11V113000: 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.
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…
Reported February 24, 2011. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 17, 2026
Data verified: October 18, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2004 Toyota 4Runner have?
Varies by configuration: 4.0L 6-cylinder, 4.7L 8-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2004 Toyota 4Runner?
Combined fuel economy is 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2004 Toyota 4Runner front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2004 Toyota 4Runner?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 18, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.