2026 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road: Bristol Buyers Guide
Quick Answer: The 2026 4Runner TRD Off-Road
The TRD Off-Road is the first 4Runner trim built around the trail rather than the road, starting at $50,690 MSRP plus $1,595 destination with part-time 4WD, a locking rear differential, 33-inch all-terrain tires on 18-inch wheels and Bilstein shocks all included. The standard engine is the 278-horsepower i-FORCE turbo, and the 326-horsepower i-FORCE MAX hybrid is a $2,800 option that brings the price to $53,490. The TRD Off-Road Premium at $56,470 (hybrid $59,270) adds ventilated SofTex seats, a 14-inch screen and JBL audio. Toyota of Bristol stocks the 4Runner lineup at 1069 Farmington Avenue in Bristol, Connecticut.
What separates this trim from the road-focused ones
A spec sheet can make the off-road trims blur together, so here is the plain version of what the TRD Off-Road gets. The tires are the big one: 33-inch all-terrain rubber on 18-inch alloys instead of the 17- or 20-inch road tires further down the lineup, and they sit behind a set of Bilstein monotube shocks with remote reservoirs that are tuned for rough surfaces. Multi-Terrain Select with Crawl Control manages wheel spin at low speed, an electronically controlled locking rear differential keeps power going to both rear wheels when one is in the air, and fixed running boards make climbing aboard easier. Inside, the 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, heated cloth front seats, a leather steering wheel and a Qi charging pad are standard.
None of that has to mean trail days. Plenty of buyers pick this trim for its snow and gravel manners rather than for weekend trail runs, and the same hardware pays off on a rutted boat launch or a steep driveway in March.
Standard engine or the hybrid
This is the first rung of the ladder where the i-FORCE MAX hybrid is on the menu. The standard i-FORCE four-cylinder makes 278 horsepower and 317 lb-ft and is EPA-estimated at 19 mpg city, 25 highway and 21 combined. The hybrid raises that to up to 326 horsepower and 465 lb-ft, with an estimate of 22, 24 and 23, and it costs $2,800 more at either level of the trim. The hybrid versions also carry a 2400W AC power supply that can run tools or a camp setup, and the standard hybrid Off-Road adds a hands-free power liftgate. Both versions tow up to 6,000 pounds.
Off-Road or Off-Road Premium
The Premium step costs $5,780 on the standard engine ($56,470 versus $50,690) and moves the cabin from practical to comfortable: SofTex-trimmed front seats that are heated and ventilated, a 14-inch touchscreen with wireless phone projection, a 14-speaker JBL system with a portable FLEX speaker, a heated leather steering wheel with TRD shift knob, a hands-free liftgate and a Multi-Terrain Monitor that lets you pick a front, side or rear camera view while you're picking a line over rocks. New for 2026, the Stabilizer Disconnect Mechanism can be ordered on the hybrid Premium, which lets the stabilizer bars disconnect for extra suspension travel on uneven ground.
What buyers say about the experience
Shoppers who come in for something with a bed or off-road hardware tend to arrive with more questions than average. Leslie R. kept her review short and to the point: "Great experience buying my truck." For a shopper who has done the homework on the trail trims, that unfussy tone is what the sales floor is aiming for.
Frequently asked questions
Is the TRD Off-Road 4WD?
Yes, part-time 4WD is standard on every TRD Off-Road and Off-Road Premium, along with an electronically controlled locking rear differential. No rear-wheel-drive version of this trim exists.
How much more is the hybrid TRD Off-Road?
The i-FORCE MAX hybrid adds $2,800 on both versions: $53,490 for the TRD Off-Road and $59,270 for the TRD Off-Road Premium. It lifts output to up to 326 horsepower and 465 lb-ft and nudges the EPA combined estimate to 23 mpg.
What does the Stabilizer Disconnect Mechanism do?
It allows the stabilizer bars to disconnect so each wheel can move more independently over uneven terrain, giving better articulation on a trail. For 2026 it is available on the hybrid TRD Off-Road Premium, while the TRD Pro and Trailhunter come with it as part of their standard equipment.
Can the TRD Off-Road handle Connecticut winters?
The hardware is well suited to it: 4WD, a locking rear differential and Multi-Terrain Select with Crawl Control, plus all-terrain tires. As with any vehicle, dedicated winter tires still do the most for stopping and cornering on ice, so it's worth asking Toyota of Bristol's service team about a seasonal tire swap.
What does a TRD Off-Road cost with Connecticut sales tax?
The $50,690 MSRP plus the $1,595 destination charge totals $52,285, which is over $50,000, so the 7.75 percent rate applies and sales tax comes to roughly $4,050 before title, registration and dealer fees. The pricing and leasing guide covers the hybrid and Premium versions as well.
Drive it before you decide
Off-road hardware is easier to appreciate in person than on a screen. See current 4Runner inventory or stop by 1069 Farmington Avenue in Bristol; the sales team is at 860-584-7333.
MSRP excludes the $1,595 destination charge, taxes, title, registration and dealer fees; the dealer sets the final selling price. Fuel-economy figures are EPA estimates and real-world results will vary. Equipment and availability can change with production, so confirm current specifications and stock with Toyota of Bristol. Customer quotes are excerpts from public Google reviews of Toyota of Bristol.
