Used 1986 Toyota 4Runner for Sale Nationwide
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Overview
Was 1986 the year that SUV's started to go from being off-roading monsters to grocery getters? Perhaps not, but the 1986 Toyota 4Runner was perhaps a little too easy to drive.
A complete redesign of the 4Runner changed the suspension from a solid front axle to an independent front suspension (IFS). Complaints about highway driving were in part responsible for this change. With the new suspension, driving was smoother, but off-roading capabilities were reduced. Rear seats were not the standard in 1986, and many were put in aftermarket, so this was not quite a supermaket SUV yet =D.
A new engine was also available in 1986: the 22R-TE I4, a turbo-charged version of the prior 2.4-liter I4.
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Reviewed a 1986 Toyota 4Runner on Jun 28, 2010
Awsome lil truck all around, great mpg, body still is in great shape (no rust) never gets stuck mud snow ect, removable to great, never has let me stranded. gets a lot of looks, 5spd 22re very dependable will probably have it when my kids start driving.
Shawn G
Reviewed a 1986 Toyota 4Runner on Mar 16, 2009
Fun truck, awesome to drive, rugged, easy to work on, 22RE engine will last forever if you do the maintenance. Highway mpg is definitely in the 20s 24-25 maybe, i don't know about city. Removable hard top is awesome but nowhere sells a soft top :-(
David O
Reviewed a 1986 Toyota 4Runner on Aug 10, 2009
This is one of the best off road 4x4 vehicles. With the proper gears, even a 4 cylinder will climb hills. Not so great on the Jumps. Rough inside and AC was not factory standard. Just a bit warm in the summer.
Jeremiah D
Reviewed a 1986 Toyota 4Runner on Apr 8, 2008
If You like versatility and dependability. This one will take you anywhere. Features a removable fiber glass shell on the rear for the open top off road ride. Roll bar and cab roof keep safty in tow. Great OFF Road and On road
1986 Toyota 4Runner Trims
| Trim type | MSRP |
|---|---|
| 2 Dr STD | $11,428 |
| 2 Dr SR5 Turbo | $16,148 |
| 2 Dr Deluxe | $12,688 |
| 2 Dr SR5 | $13,368 |
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