2026 Toyota 4Runner TRD Sport: Bristol Buyers Guide
Quick Answer: The 2026 4Runner TRD Sport
The TRD Sport is the 4Runner for drivers who want the truck's stance and presence with more of an on-road attitude, priced at $48,750 MSRP plus $1,595 destination. Its 20-inch machined-finish wheels, sport-tuned suspension, gloss-black hood scoop and 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster set it apart from the SR5, and the TRD Sport Premium version at $54,110 adds ventilated SofTex seats, a 14-inch touchscreen, JBL audio and a hands-free liftgate. Both use the 278-horsepower i-FORCE engine only (no hybrid), start rear-wheel drive, and take part-time 4WD for $2,000 more. Toyota of Bristol stocks the 4Runner lineup at 1069 Farmington Avenue in Bristol, Connecticut.
A 4Runner that leans toward pavement
Toyota builds three different personalities into this SUV, and the TRD Sport is the street-oriented one. Where the TRD Off-Road swaps in all-terrain tires and a locking rear differential, the Sport keeps the 20-inch wheels and tunes the suspension for sharper handling, then adds the details that make it look the part: a honeycomb grille, color-keyed overfenders, LED fog lights and the black hood scoop. Inside, the 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, heated cloth front seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, and a Qi-compatible wireless charging pad are all standard, which makes the cabin feel a full step up from the SR5 without the price of the leather trims.
It's honest to say this trim suits a particular driver: someone who wants a high seating position and body-on-frame durability but spends nearly all of their time on tarmac, from Route 6 errands to I-84 commutes. If gravel roads and trail days are on the calendar, the Off-Road trims are built for that and the Sport is not.
Sport or Sport Premium?
The Premium package is where most of the money question lives. For $54,110 instead of $48,750, the Premium swaps the cloth seats for SofTex-trimmed front seats that are both heated and ventilated, enlarges the touchscreen from 8 to 14 inches, and upgrades the speakers to a 14-speaker JBL system with a subwoofer and a portable JBL FLEX speaker. It also adds a hands-free power liftgate, a heated leather steering wheel, and a Panoramic View Monitor that stitches camera feeds into an overhead picture for tight parking spots. Anyone who regularly loads groceries, strollers or hockey bags into the back will probably use the liftgate more than any other upgrade on that list.
Drivetrain and engine
Both versions run the i-FORCE 2.4-liter turbo with 278 horsepower and 317 lb-ft through an 8-speed automatic, and neither can be ordered with the hybrid. Rear-wheel drive is standard, and part-time 4WD is a $2,000 option (bringing the TRD Sport to $50,750 and the TRD Sport Premium to $56,110). Rear-drive versions are EPA-estimated at 20 mpg city, 26 highway and 22 combined. Towing is rated at 6,000 pounds.
What buyers say about the experience
Sport buyers are often upgrading from another vehicle, which means a trade-in conversation. Shannon C. described how that went with Derin at the dealership: "He listened, asked questions, and was helpful with the transition from one vehicle to another."
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the TRD Sport and the TRD Off-Road?
The Sport is tuned for the road, with 20-inch wheels and sport-oriented suspension, while the Off-Road is built for the trail with 33-inch all-terrain tires, Bilstein shocks, Multi-Terrain Select and a locking rear differential. The Off-Road also comes with 4WD standard, whereas the Sport starts as rear-wheel drive.
Does the TRD Sport come in a hybrid?
No. Neither the TRD Sport nor the TRD Sport Premium offers the i-FORCE MAX hybrid; both use the standard turbo four-cylinder. Shoppers who want hybrid power need to look at the TRD Off-Road, TRD Off-Road Premium or Limited, where it's an option, or at the Platinum, TRD Pro and Trailhunter, where it's standard.
What does the Premium package add to the TRD Sport?
Heated and ventilated SofTex seats, a 14-inch touchscreen, a 14-speaker JBL audio system with subwoofer and a portable JBL FLEX speaker, a hands-free power liftgate, a heated leather steering wheel with TRD shift knob, and a Panoramic View Monitor. The MSRP difference is $5,360 before options.
Is 4WD available on the TRD Sport?
Yes, as a $2,000 option on both the base and Premium versions. It's a part-time system, meant to be engaged on slippery surfaces and left off on dry pavement.
How does Connecticut sales tax apply to a TRD Sport?
The base TRD Sport at $48,750 plus the $1,595 destination charge comes to $50,345, which crosses the $50,000 threshold, so the 7.75 percent rate applies instead of 6.35 percent. On that rear-drive base truck, that is roughly $3,900 in sales tax, and the pricing and leasing guide lays out the numbers for every trim.
Come see the difference
The jump from SR5 to TRD Sport to Premium shows up fastest in the cabin. Browse 4Runner inventory or visit 1069 Farmington Avenue in Bristol to sit in each one; sales 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.
