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2023Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDRegular

2023 Toyota 4Runner 2WD

EPA ID: 45842
16
City MPG
17
Combined MPG
17MPG· Below Avg
19
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2023 Toyota 4Runner 2WD achieves an EPA-estimated 17 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 16 MPG in the city and 19 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 4L 6-cylinder engine paired with a automatic (s5), this standard sport utility vehicle 2wd features Rear-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2023 4Runner 2WD produces approximately 503 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this 4Runner 2WD has higher-than-average emissions in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $3,500, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $6,750 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel TypeRegular
Engine4L 6-cyl
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
TransmissionAutomatic (S5)
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions503 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped
GHG Score3/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$3,500
5-Year Cost DeltaSave $6,750

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
17.2
Impact vs EPA
$-40
/ year
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The Brick Effect: Highway Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Because the Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD has a large frontal area, expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by up to 25% at high speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$760/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$18,900
41.4%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$15,441
33.9%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$10,875
23.8%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
0.9%
Total 5-Year Cost$45,616

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #23V680000·2023-12-01
critical
Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota 4Runner vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC will mail a new modified label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2023. Owners may contact SET's customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET23A.

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NHTSA FARS (Fatal Crash History) and broader generational safety trends are aggregated at the model level rather than by specific engine configurations. View the complete historical data profile for all Toyota 4Runner 2WD configurations.

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$3,500
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Save $6,750

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City16 MPG
Highway19 MPG
Combined17 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

100.6 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 124 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 8.4 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.