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Toyota 4Runner Fuel Cost
Body-on-frame off-road SUV with a loyal following and legendary durability. Below are estimated fuel costs based on 17 combined MPG and average US gas prices.
Best for towing or carrying gear; fuel costs will be higher than a sedan.
- High fuel use
- Best for short trips
- Heavy fuel use
- Updated for 2026
- EPA-style MPG
- US avg fuel prices
- US units
- Transparent assumptions
16 MPG
19 MPG
17 MPG
23 gal
~391 mi
MPG breakdown
Estimated fuel cost at 12,000 miles/year
Based on 17 MPG and $3.45/gal.
Annual cost
$2435
Monthly cost
$203
Cost per mile
$0.203
Gallons / year
706
Estimate your own cost
Pre-filled with the Toyota 4Runner's combined MPG.
Pre-filled with estimated combined MPG for the Toyota 4Runner. Adjust for your real-world driving.
Estimated Annual Cost
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Per Month
$0.00
Per Mile
$0.000
~706 gallons per year
Cost by annual mileage
How much you'll spend per year at common US mileage levels (estimates).
| Miles per year | Gallons / year | Annual cost | Monthly cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8,000 | 471 | $1624 | $135 |
| 12,000 | 706 | $2435 | $203 |
| 15,000 | 882 | $3044 | $254 |
Estimates only. Actual costs depend on driving style, terrain, weather, and local fuel or electricity prices.
How we estimate Toyota 4Runner costs
- MPG / MPGe
- EPA-style combined city + highway figures for the base trim and recent model year.
- Fuel price
- Average US retail regular gas, premium where required, or per-kWh electricity.
- Annual mileage
- Default scenarios at 8,000 / 12,000 / 15,000 miles per year.
- Trim & year variance
- AWD, larger wheels, towing packages and older years can lower efficiency 5–15%.
Sources & assumptions
- EPA fuel economy data — City / highway / combined MPG and MPGe baselines.
- U.S. Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov) — Vehicle efficiency and EV range references.
- AAA gas price trends — Recent national and regional retail fuel averages.
- EIA electricity rates — Average residential per-kWh prices used for EV charging.
We summarize publicly available data — no scraping, no external API calls. Figures are calibrated periodically; use the calculators above for your exact inputs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the estimated annual fuel cost for the Toyota 4Runner?
Driving 12,000 miles per year at 17 MPG and $3.45/gal, expect about $2435 per year. Heavier city driving or longer commutes will increase that.
What MPG does the Toyota 4Runner get?
Estimated EPA-style ratings are roughly 16 city / 19 highway / 17 combined MPG. Real-world numbers depend on terrain, climate and driving style.
What is the tank size of the Toyota 4Runner?
The Toyota 4Runner typically has a 23-gallon tank. At 17 combined MPG, that's roughly 391 miles of driving range per fill-up.
How does Toyota 4Runner fuel cost compare to other vehicles?
At 12,000 miles per year, this vehicle costs about $2435. Compare it to other suvs on our index page or use the cost-per-mile calculator to compare two specific vehicles side-by-side.
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