The 10 most off road-capable trucks and SUVs you can buy new [Feature]
2. Toyota 4Runner Trail. As we’ve said, this was a close one, but the Toyota seems more useful for more people. Toyota breathed life into its 4Runner lineup in late 2009 with its more rugged fifth-generation model. Extensively tested on California’s demanding Rubicon Trail, the 4Runner Trail package brings with it increased clearance, a locking rear differential, a Multi-Terrain Select system that tailors the traction control for any terrain, and an innovative Crawl Control that helps 4Runner inch along at a veritable snail’s pace over any terrain through careful use of the traction control and ABS.
Off road must-haves: Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System ($1,750) is pricey but exceptionally effective at increasing wheel travel by automatically adjusting the sway bars depending on terrain.
Great for: As its name implies, 4Runner Trail makes an excellent do-it-all trail vehicle thanks to its roomy, family-friendly interior and plush on-road demeanor.
2. Toyota 4Runner Trail. As we’ve said, this was a close one, but the Toyota seems more useful for more people. Toyota breathed life into its 4Runner lineup in late 2009 with its more rugged fifth-generation model. Extensively tested on California’s demanding Rubicon Trail, the 4Runner Trail package brings with it increased clearance, a locking rear differential, a Multi-Terrain Select system that tailors the traction control for any terrain, and an innovative Crawl Control that helps 4Runner inch along at a veritable snail’s pace over any terrain through careful use of the traction control and ABS.
Off road must-haves: Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System ($1,750) is pricey but exceptionally effective at increasing wheel travel by automatically adjusting the sway bars depending on terrain.
Great for: As its name implies, 4Runner Trail makes an excellent do-it-all trail vehicle thanks to its roomy, family-friendly interior and plush on-road demeanor.
