1984
Toyota Trucks Hilux Surf / 4Runner
The Hilux Surf (sold as the 4Runner in North America) was born from fitting a steel body over the Hilux pickup bed — essentially the world's first body-on-frame compact SUV. Toyota's bulletproof running gear in a practical family body with 4WD created the template for the compact SUV segment.
SUV / 4WD
Technical Specifications
| Engine | 2.4L SOHC Inline-4 (22R) |
| Horsepower | 116 hp |
| Torque | 181 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual with 2-Speed Transfer |
| Drivetrain | Part-Time 4WD |
| GVWR | 2,350 kg |
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| Payload | 500 kg |
| Towing | 2,000 kg |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Sleeper | N/A |
| Length | 4,420 mm |
| Width | 1,670 mm |
| MSRP Range | $11,895 (1984 US) |