Engine: 4.7-liter dohc 32-valve V8 w VVT-i

Engine Options: 236-hp 4.0-liter dohc 24-valve V6; 260-hp 4.7-liter dohc 32-valve V8

Transmission: 5-speed automatic

Transmission Options: 5-speed automatic

Standard Safety Equipment: dual-stage front airbags, three-point seat belts with pretensioners and force limiters at all positions, anti-lock brakes (ABS) with electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) and brake assist (BA); Vehicle Skid Control; traction control; tire pressure monitor.

Optional Safety Equipment: driver and front passenger seat-mounted side-impact airbags, overhead curtain-style head protection airbags front and rear w rollover sensor and cut-off switch

Basic Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles

Assembled In: Japan

Model Tested: Toyota 4Runner Limited 4WD V8 ($38,385)

Standard Equipment: dual-zone automatic climate control w rear ventilation and air filtration; leather-trimmed interior w 8-way heated power adjustable driver's seat w power lumbar, heated 4-way power adjustable front passenger's seat; leather-wrapped steering wheel w integrated cruise control and audio controls; anti-theft system; rear-seat audio w remote control and wireless headphone capability, HomeLink garage door opener, auto-dimming mirror w compass, black woodgrain interior trim, sliding sun visors w illuminated vanity mirrors, auto on/off headlamps, double-decker cargo system w cargo net, 115-volt AC power outlet, power door locks and windows with driver auto up/down, power rear window, remote keyless entry, electronic rear hatch locking system, tilt and telescoping steering wheel, cruise control, overhead console with map lights and sunglass holder, two 12-volt power outlets, cargo cover, 60/40 split folding rear seats, AM/FM/CD/MP3/cassette stereo, skid plates, integrated towing hitch

Options as Tested: Side and Curtain Airbags ($650) includes seat-mounted side-impact airbags for torso protection of driver and front passenger, side curtain airbags for head protection for first- and second-row outboard passengers w roll sensor and cutoff switch; third-row seat ($1,175); daytime running lights ($40); power tilt/slide moonroof w sunshade ($900); rear spoiler w CHMSL ($200); JBL AM/FM/CD w 8 speakers and navigation system w back-up camera ($2,420); X-REAS Sport suspension ($450)

Destination Charge: 565

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: four-wheel drive

Horsepower: 260 @ 5400

Torque: 306 @ 3400

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 15/19

Wheelbase: 109.8 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 189.2/75.2/71.3 inches

Track Front/Rear: 62.0/62.0 inches

Turning Cycle: 37.4 feet

Seating Capacity: 7 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 39.7/55.3/41.8 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: 39.1/55.4/34.6 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 32.9/48.4/24.1 inches

Trunk Volume: 75.1 cubic feet

Payload: 1450

Suspension, f: independent, double wishbones, coil springs, interconnected shock absorbers, anti-roll bar

Ground Clearance: 9.1 inches

Curb Weight: 4555 pounds

Towing Capacity: 7000 pounds

Tires: P265/60R18 mud and snow

Brakes: ventilated disc/ventilated disc with ABS, EBD, Brake Assist

Fuel Capacity: 23.0 Gallons