The 2022 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro Is A Likable Old-School SUV 

Yes, we know it's old. But Toyota did make a few changes for 2022 so we figured we'd show you guys what they are. We're expecting Toyota to show us a new version by the end of this year. Are you excited for the new 2023 model, or would you rather just buy the current model?

Don’t listen to them Toyota, 4Runner, you’re perfect just the way you are.

Love the timeless design, easy to repair, parts are in abundance, a decade+ supply chain built up around this car. Still built in Japan, 4.0 liter V6, no turbos. Dinosaur 5 speed transmission that will probably outlast the frame in the car. On top of that you can basically drive it *anywhere* in the world. One of a kind. Everyone who buys one of these knows it’s value because it’s the last of an era of Japanese trucks and iconic Toyota reliability. The new 6th gen 4Runner will probably have a lot of improvements and creature comforts added but it will not be the same 4Runner. Appreciate greatness.

I love my Lime Rush TRD Pro, I don't care if it's outdated I'm a strong believer of the Kaizen philosophy, it has enough technology for me its just a perfect Suv I don't mind the mpg it's better than having the car on the shop all the time 😂

the old school feeling of this is what makes it so cool.

Just so everyone knows, the 2nd row DOES have the adjustability to recline. The lever is on the end of the seat on each side where the upper and lower cushions meet.

Old school and built in Japan = Greatness

He doesn't even mention that the Toyota will last much longer than the Ford or Jeep.

The 5 speed auto is okay with me. The 10 speed autos I've driven feel like they're constantly shifting and hunting for gears. I don't think people are buying 4Runners for 0-60 times or fuel mileage.

One of the best SUVs ever existed on earth. I love the simplicity of the truck! Really don’t need the “high tech” features. Just need a reliable truck takes me anywhere i need to go. PS: one thing I don’t like is that 4R is easily pushed around by the wind on highway.

I love this. One of the few analog, old school vehicles out there. These things will hold their value forever. I bet that these will be even more valuable once the next generation comes out.

2017 Cement 4R Pro owner here! Best damn vehicle I have owned.

1:09 They refreshed it in 2014 and revised (Chrome line on grill for Non TRD Pro trims, New Headunit, Instrument Cluster) in 2020 and LED Low Beams and Fog lights in 2021.

LOVE the "old school" actual buttons, 2wd/4wd shifter, old school speedometer. I just want stuff that works and sure Cadillac and other brands have lots of cute tech stuff (that constantly breaks) so yeah Toyota keep the old school stuff going LOVE it!!!

The Radioshack mention got me chocking 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Love your reviews! Greetings from Athens, Greece

Back seats do recline. There's a lever by the hip area when seated.

Best and most complete review on RU-vid. Well done.

I don't have any market research data, but I would argue that the overwhelming majority of 4Runner buyers are NOT all that 'into' technology, especially the esoteric stuff like heated steering wheels, automatic lift gates, 52" LCD screens, etc. There are certainly enough vehicles that have all that stuff.........and more, and yet, my understanding is that Toyota has been selling every single 4Runner they can manufacture, for about the last 10 years........even to the point where 4Runner's sell at MSRP and it's nearly impossible to move a dealer off of that, due to demand. Toyota truck and SUV buyers seem to be about old-school reliability and the tried and true. I have seen many Mercedes Benz's, Jeeps, Fords, and Chevys on the side of the road, however, I cannot recall ever seeing a Toyota 4Runner, Sequoia, Tundra, Tacoma, Highlander, or Land Cruiser on the side of the road with hazards on and the hood up. My truck is 10 years old, has none of the "must have" features of today, and I do not miss any of those features, because it runs like a fine Swiss timepiece. I'm also not enthralled by the idea that so many of the people on the road with me, are reclined back in massaging seats, watching a movie on the 50" center screen, and letting the vehicle make all the decisions, as they're falling asleep while doing 75mph.

The Lime Rush paint for this year looks awesome!

GREAT REVIEW! Thanks for doing this.

Toyota knows their market. Tech gets old but reliability, quality and durability never ages. Once the novelty of tech wears out what's really a reason to keep your vehicle? You just want it to all work year after year. That's where Toyota always shines over its competitors.

Toyota should bring back the FJ.

All I gotta say is… when the next generation 4 runner drops. It’s gonna be BIG NEWS.

What A Great Review! That 4Runner TRD Pro Is Look Like An Old-School SUV.

Without watching, I bet he says “old”, “slow”, “dinosaur” and “unacceptable” several times throughout. But I’ll still watch it cause Redline 🙂

Not only is the 4Runner reliable it’s also one of the coolest looking suvs on the road,4Runners may be a common vehicle but it still grabs my attention,very rarely does a common vehicle grab my attention

I saw one that had this color being sold for 75k on Autotrader. I'm currently driving my first car a 2000 4Runner and I did have my 3rd car a 2016 4Runner but now my mom has that one. (Sick of paying 400 a month for it) I had so much fun with the 2016 going into areas after it snowed and just sliding around and covering it with mud. It was very practical with reclining rear seats and despite being the base model had many options like the sun roof, heated seats, and leather everywhere. Everything is so bulky and satisfying to touch (except the door release inside which was just plastic I was in a Ford Escape that had cheap plastic everywhere but solid metal door openers) The only annoying bit about the 2016 was there's this compart door in the cargo area that rattles against the plastics sometimes. Also like he said no handle on the drivers side. I hate that. I added a brush guard, led bulbs, window tint, etc. Needless to say my parents love driving it and I'm stressed at how well they will take care of it. Toyot a is the only possible brand I'll ever buy. Made the mistake of buying a Volvo. Nothing from across the pond ever again after that.

Very annoying review, constantly dissing this vehicle with “old” mentions. It’s timeless and familiar to many…That’s refreshing.

I don't even understand these "old" statements. A car is a tool, this car still does what it's built for better than most in it's class. I'd say "old" if it didn't.

Why haven't they changed it? Because the demand is there year after year. This is what their customers want.

BEAUTIFUL. Sweet color and a no nonsense, Purposeful design. Love it.

I love that digital clock!!

I have the 2020 and have to say the 2022 is still appealing. I wish they had installed the LED low, high beams and fog lights and blind spot monitoring when they upgraded the technology and safety in 2020. Annoying how they introduced each feature once a year. There are also some other annoying things such as the lack of grab handle on driver side and the volume and track buttons on the steering wheel is in reverse! The front camera is also a nice feature! Looking forward to seeing what Toyota will do for the next gen. Hope they at least keep the sliding rear window as well!

4runner is the Toyota marketing sweet spot. The illusion of a Landcruiser/Prado150. Huge profit margin... their TRD marketing is accomplishing what the Scion attempt was trying to do.

Great video, Sofyan. I can't believe this only has a five-speed transmission. Have a great week.

That color is just fantastic!

Great reviews as always, I'm really happy you reviewed this car.

I love this version of 4runner and love that back window. I want one so bad

I do appreciate that sojan walks the line of appreciation for what 4Runner fans like about it but also criticizes with qualifiers for the 4Runner fans (like me)

Solid review!

What i like about these 4runners is that your kids are already teens and its still running fine. 👌🏻

The 4Runner actually got the refresh in 2014 not 2017

thank goodness the power lift gate wasn't added. hate how slow they open/close

its all about kaizen.. quality, durability and reliability. love this suv!

Wow! I love your honest review. I do love the loud exhaust, tires, and engines. Also, I enjoy the tank feeling as I drive to work each day. I have 2021 TRD Off Road and I love it! 2023 TRD Pro will be my next purchase.

Just got my red 2022 trd off road! Arrives early March. I don't want a redesigned pos personally

The 4Runner will forever be the, "APOCALYPTIC" vehicle of choice. Thanks for bringing us this content, Sofyan.

I have a 2022 SR5 Premium in Nautical Blue, and I love it!

I like that the 4Runner is old. Old is familiar and reliable. Keep updating safety and leave the rest alone. I wish the 4Runner got the Electric Lime from the Tacoma, looks a little better than Lime Rush to me.

Another great review! After other huge SUV in Hawaii is a Toyota 4Runner due to its reliability.

Any timing from them on when you'll get a presser Sequoia?

My 2016 T4R is close to perfect. Everything about it is bulletproof, time tested, durable, and it will take me anywhere I need to go any time and it will do it forever with a rugged, timeless look. The value of the 5th Gen 4Runner is bone deep which is reflected in it's resale value. I'm nervous about the 6th Gen if the Tundra is any indication; too much change for the 4Runner is unwarranted.

I’m hearing in a lot of your videos that you complain about cars not having wireless Applecar play When cars get that what will you complain about next?

The greatest part of this car is it wont ever let you down

Remember back in the mid 00s when this color was trendy? The 2005-2007 Ford Escape hybrid came in this lime green

Toyota makes 4runner in 2WD. Also I sell them and the Pro has consistently paced purchase price in resale since I've been selling Toyota since 2014. Not including fees, most pro owners see their entire investment back if the sell between 3-5 years, with average miles on it.

Gotta love that spec of 4Runner!

That looks amazing

The rear seats do recline in the 2022 4Runner TRD Pro, the hard plastic latches are just above the rear seat belt bottom bolt. You can see how far back the seats recline by the slanted channels on the interior wall plastics in the video when Sofyan opens the rear gate, time stamp 5:23…….my kiddos love this feature 😉

Is there any whistling at highway speeds due to the roof basket?

Totally agree with the idea of refining the platform and better power aligned with better mileage

I’m really thinking about ordering the TRD Off Road with KDSS. I want something capable of most things you will need it for off roads with on road comforts, crazy reliability and high resale value.

Toyota must be killing it on profit per unit. Have always loved the 4R, and the reliability and ruggedness let's them charge a premium for such a dated and low tech vehicle

Do you have a 2022 Acura RDX video dropping soon?

The hood scoop does not block your view.

Our community is better because you're in it.

I'm owning a 2020 4runner OR 2 rows and there are 2 levers at the sides of the seat next to each doors to adjust the angle of the back row .

One of the best made in Japan SUV that is old school but still look gorgeous. Edit: I’m also concern is Toyota is about to but a new engine in 2023. But as long as it has that old school V6 and still made in Japan, there should be no worries for me.

Great review! You hit all the details people need. Thank you.

Hey man…we all miss Radio Shack

Love my 2017 4runner limited

Love my 2020 Pro! With all my accessories, I might get 6 seconds. Not why I own a 4runner. Best SUV on the market.

The 4Runner is very nice car. I love it.

Very Nice Bro! Get Good People!

Interesting color! :). No remote trunk button.

I hope you do the Limited review

I loved 2002 RadioShack

I just got one earlier this month new :)! Already 1000 miles

Love 💘 the color

This SUV is the absolute epitome of IYKYK!

The rear seats do in fact recline. the control for it is on the side wall of the vehicle just behind the passenger door. basically on the wheel well bump

The updated tech in this car is like treating an old dog new tricks.

They didn't have the LED high on the 2021? My 21 limited has low and high LED or am I tripping.

As an owner of over 120 vehicles, I must say that all of them after 3 years start to show serious deterioration. If ur a lease guy then it's OK If you work hard, deal w lots of computers and tech crsp at work and your brain is fried Then nothing beats the 4 runner. It's simple ,rugged, and lasts 4 ever The jeeps and broncos are over hyped crap After owning three Raptors wc all broke down after 3 years I must sat the trd pro 4 runner and landcruiser are the best vehicles on the planet

Just got one earlier than I planned to have it because this is the last chance I can have the 4.0 v6

Those rear seats definitely recline. My 17 TRD off road premium does

The 4 Runner is one of the oldest, strongest trued and true vehicles on the market for over 35 years, some things are fine just fine the way they are, but those damn EPA regulations being so strict these days are trying to electric and make cars more efficient, but on the real, better gas mileage and a 8 or 9 speed AT, and larger towing package with more power & torque wouldn't hurt at all. This is one of the only body on frame acutual SUV's we have left, Just cause something works well doesn't mean it can't be improved. TRD with some other mods wouldn't hurt either

I like it the way it is. I don't need huge screens in a car. I don't need to charge multiple devices all the time. I don't need fanciness. I need a car that takes me to places where I want to be. A car is a tool for me. I needs to be reliable and durable.

I’m in between the Ram 1500 and 4Runner. As I do more research I’m leaning towards the 4Runner as it’s reliable and holds it value. As I’m hearing the power train has not changed since 2002 it give me the “if it’s not broke why fix it”. Good job Toyota, might be owning a 4Runner soon!

I love Toyota 4runner 👍

I hope I will be able to get one...

Seriously find somebody to film you. Nearly a mil of subscribers and this hand held video quality..

Best resale vehicle on the planet. sells same price used as it did new 1 yr later.

Thank God not a full digital display...! would remove the character of the vehicle . A bit too plasticky but the 8" display is pretty nice to live with. Just enough old school mixed with enough tech to be a reliable and ancient TRUCK that isnt copying all the crossovers . LOVE it. Except for the buttons for fan speed. Rather have the ORP's knobs for certain. Hate taking eyes off the road to turn the heat lower that sucks. The rear seats DO offer a little recline, the lever is on the side hidden by seatbelt I believe. I agree on the seats being low and I'm not tall. Looking into seat-jacker spacers. One good 4Runner tip: in an Off-Road premium, you do not have the same exhaust noise and the Pro. Pretty good review here though .. nice job !

I need this truck

I saw a black one today, shit was looking good, the dude mod it good too.

The styling aged so well that Toyota finally brought the Sequoia in line with it. Honestly still one of the better styled vehicles out there.

Absolutely love this truck. I hope to have my TRD off road for many years to come. My only concern is within the next couple years it’ll cost me hundreds of dollars to fill the gas tank.

Exactly. I'm all in on EV's but the 4RUNNER will be one of the last standing gas gems