Toyota 4runner

To celebrate 40 years of production and more than 4 million cumulative sales, Toyota has announced a special edition of the 4Runner SUV highlighted by retro graphics and bronze wheels. The retro graphics have stripes in yellow, orange, and red running up the side of the vehicle.

Fans of the Toyota 4Runner can get a new outdoorsy edition of the SUV called the Trail Special Edition. The vehicle is based on the SR5 grade and can be purchased in either rear-wheel or four-wheel drive.

I’ve always said that if I was going to be left with a single vehicle to survive the zombie apocalypse, it would be a Toyota 4Runner. Not only are these rugged body-on-frame SUVs basically indestructible, they can go just about anywhere, regardless of terrain, and have lots of space for passengers and cargo.

With winter pretty much upon us, thoughts of warmer days take hold, and with them memories of various off-road adventures we have undertaken. Take the Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium for instance, which serves as a time capsule both in the bright green foliage around it, and within the vehicle itself.

For those looking for a rugged and versatile SUV, Toyota’s 4Runner is one of the best vehicles out there. These body-on-frame utility vehicles offer tons of space, unmatched durability, and a surprisingly comfortable ride. While off-roaders will want to go for the TRD Off-Road or TRD Pro editions, city and suburb dwellers might want to check out the new 4Runner Nightshade edition.

My daily driver isn’t exactly the most practical of cars. After all, a 2-seat, rear-wheel drive sports car with a massive V8 isn’t great for hauling stuff, dealing with potholes, or handling Chicago’s nasty winter weather.

Hey kids, who wants to go off-roading today? Okay, that is likely not a conversation most dads will have with his family on a Sunday morning. But those who own a Toyota 4Runner COULD have that conversation.