MECHANICAL

Engine
2.7-liter DOHC 16-valve EFI VVT-i 4-cylinder 157hp @ 5200 rpm/178 lb-ft. @ 3800 rpm
4.0-liter DOHC 24-valve EFI dual independent VVT-i V6 270 hp @ 5600 rpm/278 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm
Emission rating
LEV-II
Ignition
Electronic, with Toyota Direct Ignition (TDI)
Transmission
4-speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i)
5-speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i) and sequential shift mode
Body Construction
Reinforced body-on-frame construction
Suspension
Coil-spring independent double-wishbone front suspension with stabilizer bar; coil-spring independent 4-link with lateral rod rear suspension with stabilizer bar
Steering
Engine speed-sensing Variable Flow Control (VFC) power-assisted rack-and-pinion
Turning circle diameter, curb to curb (ft.)
Brakes
Power-assisted 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes with 4-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) (Multi-Terrain ABS on 4Runner Trail), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist [1]