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Toyota 4Runner I 3.0i V6 (145 Hp) 4x4
Overall Rating
Toyota 4Runner:
The Toyota 4Runner is an SUV manufactured by the Japanese automaker Toyota and marketed globally since 1984, across six generations. In Japan, it was marketed as the Toyota Hilux Surf and was withdrawn from the market in 2009. The original 4Runner was a compact SUV and little more than a Toyota Hilux pickup truck with a fiberglass shell over the bed, but the model has since undergone significant independent development into a cross between a compact and a mid-size SUV. All 4Runners have been built in Japan at Toyota's plant in Tahara, Aichi, or at the Hino Motors plant in Hamura....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Toyota 4Runner (I). With 240 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1800 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15.3 s). The top speed reaches 165 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The first-generation Toyota 4Runner predates the establishment of modern Euro NCAP testing protocols (1997). As such, no official Euro NCAP rating is available. Safety features are basic by contemporary standards, focusing on structural integrity rather than advanced driver-assistance systems.
3.0i V6 (145 Hp) 4x4 Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong low-end torque, making it capable for off-road and utility tasks. Highway performance is decent for its class.
Fuel Economy
Similar to the 150 Hp V6, this engine is quite thirsty, especially with 4x4 drivetrain.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional off-road capability
- • Legendary Toyota reliability and durability
- • Rugged, timeless design
- • Spacious interior for its class
- • Strong resale value for well-maintained examples
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy, especially with V6 engines
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
- • Limited on-road refinement compared to newer SUVs
- • Some 4-cylinder engines can feel underpowered
- • Rust can be an issue on older models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 1987 - 1989).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | 4Runner |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0i V6 (145 Hp) 4x4 |
| Start of production: | 1988 |
| End of production: | 1989 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 145 Hp @ 4600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 49 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 240 Nm @ 3400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 3VZ-E More details about the engine 3VZ-E |
| Engine displacement: | 2958 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 10.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 16.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 15.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.4 kg/Hp, 80.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.5 kg/Nm, 133.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1800 |
| Max. weight: | 2430 |
| Max load: | 630 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2100 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1200 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4435 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1689 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1679 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2625 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1430 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1425 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 269 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.3 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 37° |
| Departure angle: | 22.5° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Worm-reduction unit |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/75 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent torsion bar, double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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