1988 Toyota 4Runner
US · Special Purpose Vehicles
The 1988 Toyota 4Runner is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder (FFS), 3.0L 6-cylinder (FFS)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder (FFS), 3.0L 6-cylinder (FFS) | |
| Displacement | 2.4 L to 3.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 to 6 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.
88V019000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
IMPROPER ROUTING OF THE FUEL HOSE COULD CAUSE SOME FUEL HOSES TO HAVE INADEQUATE CLEARANCE TO THE EGR PIPE.
Remedy: REROUTE FUEL HOSE TO ENSURE PROPER CLEARANCE AND REPLACE HOSE, IF NECESSARY.
Reported February 16, 1988. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 22, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 22, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 22, 2026
Data verified: October 23, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1987 Toyota 4Runner
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 2.4L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · AWD
19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) - 1989 Toyota 4Runner
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.0L 6-cylinder ((FFS)) · AWD
18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1988 Toyota 4Runner have?
Varies by configuration: 2.4L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.0L 6-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1988 Toyota 4Runner?
Combined fuel economy is 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1988 Toyota 4Runner front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: AWD.
Are there recalls for the 1988 Toyota 4Runner?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.