Toyota 4Runner - 3rd Gen (1996 to 2002)

The third generation of the Toyota 4Runner was introduced for model year 1996. During its production years, it was available with a standard 150hp 2.7L inline four (3RZ-FE) or the more common 183hp 3.4L V6 (5VZ-FE). Powering the rear- or as a four-wheel drive, were either a 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmission. Trim options on the 4Runner included the base, SR5, Limited, and Sport (a/k/a Highlander). The SR5 offered upgrades like chrome bumpers, power windows and door locks, a rear-window defogger, and intermittent wipers. Opting for the Limited version (available in automatic only) got you even fancier stuff like leather seats, wood trim, and a moon roof. The Sport or Highlander trim paired some of the desirable features from the Limited trim, like larger wheels and brakes and the body cladding, without sacrificing the manual gearbox option.