Get off the smooth roads. Look for the high country. Now move toward it. The 4Runner Trail has up to 9.6-inches of ground clearance plus an approach angle of 33-degrees and departure angle of 26-degrees. The 4Runner will handle most terrain.
The lever-type transfer case controls the part-time 4WD system and routes power from the transmission to only two or all four wheels. The 4Runner uses the electronically controlled rear differential to distribute power evenly to both rear wheels, moving them at the same time even if one is off the ground.
The 4Runner Trail Edition also has the standard Multi-terrain Select that allows you to select four modes of wheel-slip control to better handle different off-road conditions, achieved through throttle and brake adjustments. It is hard for it to get stuck, aided by 17-inch 7-spoke alloy wheels.
Once you have gained the mountain top, available Crawl Control and Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) work together to maintain optimal traction for descending the slope safely, regardless of how uneven the terrain may be.
