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2027 Toyota 4Runner Ground Clearance
How much ground clearance does a 4Runner have? It depends on the grade. Here is the ground clearance, approach and departure angle and overall height for every 2027 4Runner grade, using toyota.com's 2027 4Runner specifications, read November 9, 2026.

What is the 2027 Toyota 4Runner ground clearance?
Toyota.com lists 8.1 to 10.1 inches of ground clearance for the 2027 4Runner. The TRD Pro and Trailhunter list the most, 10.1 inches; the SR5 and the TRD Off-Road with the i-FORCE engine list 8.1 inches.
4Runner ground clearance by grade
| Grade | Powertrain and drive | Ground clearance | Approach/departure angle | Overall height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR5 | i-FORCE; rear-wheel drive or part-time 4WD | 8.1 in. | 18/22 degrees | 72.6 in. |
| TRD Sport | i-FORCE; rear-wheel drive or part-time 4WD | 8.8 in. | 18/22 degrees | 73.2 in. |
| TRD Sport Premium | i-FORCE; rear-wheel drive or part-time 4WD | 9.1 in. | 18/22 degrees | 73.2 in. |
| TRD Off-Road | i-FORCE; part-time 4WD | 8.1 in. | 19/24 degrees | 73.6 in. |
| TRD Off-Road i-FORCE MAX | i-FORCE MAX; part-time 4WD | 9.1 in. | 19/24 degrees | 73.6 in. |
| TRD Off-Road Premium | i-FORCE; part-time 4WD | 9.1 in. | 19/24 degrees | 73.6 in. |
| TRD Off-Road Premium i-FORCE MAX | i-FORCE MAX; part-time 4WD | 9.1 in. | 19/24 degrees | 73.6 in. |
| Limited | i-FORCE; rear-wheel drive or full-time 4WD | 8.8 in. | 18/22 degrees | 73.2 in. |
| Limited i-FORCE MAX | i-FORCE MAX; full-time 4WD | 8.8 in. | 18/22 degrees | 73.2 in. |
| Platinum | i-FORCE MAX; full-time 4WD | 8.8 in. | 18/22 degrees | 73.2 in. |
| TRD Pro | i-FORCE MAX; part-time 4WD | 10.1 in. | 33/24 degrees | 74.0 in. |
| Trailhunter | i-FORCE MAX; part-time 4WD | 10.1 in. | 33/24 degrees | 74.0 in. |
From toyota.com's 2027 4Runner specifications (dimensions and mechanical/performance), read November 9, 2026. Toyota.com lists the same overall length (194.9 in.) and wheelbase (112.2 in.) for every grade.
Reading the numbers
The table lists ground clearance, approach and departure angle and overall height for each grade, as toyota.com shows them.
Toyota.com lists approach/departure angles of 33/24 degrees for the TRD Pro and Trailhunter, 19/24 degrees for the TRD Off-Road grades and 18/22 degrees for the other grades.
Toyota.com lists the figures by configuration. If you are comparing two specific vehicles, check the grade, engine and drive of each one, and ask us to confirm the figures for a vehicle you are considering.
Elgin Toyota hours
| Department | Hours |
|---|---|
| Sales | Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun closed |
| Service | Mon-Fri 7 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat 7 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun closed |
From Elgin Toyota's website, November 9, 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
Toyota 4Runner ground clearance FAQ
What is the Toyota 4Runner ground clearance?
Toyota.com lists 8.1 to 10.1 inches of ground clearance for the 2027 4Runner, depending on the grade and configuration.
Which 4Runner has the most ground clearance?
The TRD Pro and Trailhunter, at 10.1 inches each in toyota.com's 2027 4Runner specifications. Toyota.com also lists their approach and departure angles at 33 and 24 degrees.
What is the ground clearance of the 4Runner SR5?
Toyota.com lists 8.1 inches for the 2027 4Runner SR5, with rear-wheel drive or part-time 4WD.
What is the TRD Off-Road ground clearance?
Toyota.com lists 8.1 inches for the 2027 TRD Off-Road with the i-FORCE engine and 9.1 inches for the TRD Off-Road i-FORCE MAX and for the TRD Off-Road Premium with either engine.
Does the Limited or Platinum have more ground clearance?
Toyota.com lists the same 8.8 inches for the 2027 Limited, Limited i-FORCE MAX and Platinum.
Does toyota.com list approach and departure angles too?
Yes. Toyota.com lists approach/departure angles of 33/24 degrees for the TRD Pro and Trailhunter, 19/24 degrees for the TRD Off-Road grades and 18/22 degrees for the other 2027 4Runner grades.
Comparing 4Runner grades?
Visit Elgin Toyota at 1600 W. Lake St. in Streamwood to ask about the 4Runner.
Sources
Ground clearance, approach and departure angles, height, length, wheelbase, engines and drive are from toyota.com's 2027 4Runner specifications page, read November 9, 2026. Address and hours are from Elgin Toyota's own website. Image is a Toyota image and is illustrative.
- 2027 Toyota 4Runner specifications: ground clearance, approach and departure angles, overall height, overall length, wheelbase, engine and drivetrain by grade and configuration, Toyota, read November 9, 2026
- Address and hours, Elgin Toyota, November 9, 2026
