subject: Toyota 4Runner Long Island SUV Choice for Durability [print this page] Toyota 4Runner Long Island buyers find the 4Runner is a great automobile and ideal for those who are looking for nice looks and durability. It has a good ranking in Affordable Midsize SUVs. This vehicle is very comfortable, smooth to drive and has great handling.
The Toyota 4Runner Long Island is bigger than the previous models in length, width and height. It has enough room, meaning space for someone as tall as 6 feet. Toyota 4Runner Long Island customers will appreciate the toughness of this vehicle. It is capable of handling many terrains, from the desert to more hilly climbs, all while providing one of the most comfortable driving experience.
This SUV has many features related to safety. It has antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, anti-skid system, active front head restraints, front knee airbags, front-seat side airbags and side curtain airbags with roll-sensing feature, in addition to many more features to enhance occupant safety.
Different engines are available, depending on which trim level is selected. The base engine is available only in SR5, which is a 2.7L 4-cylinder engine. It can generate up to 157 horsepower at 5,200 rpm. Torque is 178 pound-feet. In all other trims, there is a 4.0L V6 engine, which generates up to 270 horsepower. The 4-cylinder engine comes with a 4-speed automatic transmission, and the V6 engine has a 5-speed automatic transmission. The SR5 can get rear-wheel or 4-wheel drive (only part time). The Limited trim can get both the rear-wheel and 4-wheel drive (full time).
The towing capacity for the V6 engine is 5,000 pounds while for the 4-cylinder engine its 2,000 pounds. Toyota A-TRAC system is available with all 4-WD (wheel drive) trims. This function can manage the force on wheels and provides a smoother and more comfortable drive. Some other important features of 4-wheel drive trims are Downhill Assist Control, Toyota Crawl control, which can help if the vehicle runs off the road. Some features available as an option are Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) which is capable of disconnecting front and rear stabilizer bars at speeds below 40 mph providing better wheel articulation. Power front seats, a sliding rear cargo deck, and 15-speakers sound system with CD changer are also available in this SUV.
