The 2007 4Runner gets the same grille, fenders, headlamps and lower cladding as the 2006; the windshield and front window wear thickened glass for reduced wind noise. The Sport and SR5 V8 get power seats with memory as well as an auxiliary audio jack; the Limited adds a six-disc CD changer; there are new 18-inch alloy wheels for the Limited model; a new roof rack and tube steps for the Sport.

The optional 4.7L V8 generates 260 hp and 306 lb-ft of torque. A 5-speed AT with overdrive is standard on both trims.

Towing capacity is 7300 pounds on V8 models, while V6 models top out at 5000 pounds.

The SR5 comes standard with remote keyless entry, skid plates to protect the underbody, integrated fog lamps, 16-inch alloy wheels, black running boards, chrome grille and body-colored bumpers, fender flares and lower cladding. The 4WD V8 adds power adjustable front seats.

The Sport Edition adds on power heated outside mirrors, X-REAS Sport Enhancement Suspension, bigger brake rotors, and 17-inch alloy wheels. A hood scoop, headlight bezels, a smoked-chrome grille, graphite-painted roof rails with black crossrails and tubular side steps, mark the Sport Edition.

The Limited comes with an engine immobilizer, automatic headlamps, a cargo-handling system and 18-inch aluminum wheels. The signature grille is color-keyed and the running boards are illuminated. Limited models have standard suspension, but are available with the X-REAS suspension (sport enhancement suspension); V8 models can opt for pneumatic self-leveling.

A power moonroof is available for all models. Stand-alone options for the SR5 and the Sport Edition include some luxuries from the Limited model.

The SR5 comes standard with automatic climate control, cruise control and a six-speaker AM/FM/casette/CD/MP3 stereo. The 4WD V8 adds power adjustable front seats.

The Sport Edition and 4WD add exclusive cloth upholstery, a leather-wrapped tilt-telescope steering wheel with integrated cruise and audio controls, a leather-wrapped shift knob. The Sport Edition V8 2WD and 4WD have the same level of equipment.

The Limited V6 2WD and 4WD get leather upholstery, heat and memory functions for the front seats, black wood-grain-style interior trim, dual-zone automatic climate control, premium stereo with six-CD changer, HomeLink and auto-dimming inside mirror. Limited V8 2WD and 4WD have the same standard amenities. A third-row seat is available for the 4Runner in a limited number of package combinations.

A new rear-seat DVD player with wireless headphones and a GPS navigation system with a rearview video camera are optional on all 2007 models.