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Best Tires for Toyota 4Runner

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Best Tires for Toyota 4Runner

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Compiled & checked by the site's publisher from manufacturer, NHTSA & USTMA data · Updated 2026-07-24

The Toyota 4Runner is uniquely positioned: a body-on-frame, solid-rear-axle SUV in a market full of crossovers. Its owners are disproportionately likely to use its off-road capability. The tire choice reflects that.

Common Toyota 4Runner tire sizes

5th gen 4Runner (2010–2024): 265/70R17 is the factory size across nearly every trim — SR5, Trail, TRD Off-Road, TRD Pro, and the 40th Anniversary Special Edition. Limited and TRD Sport trims run 245/60R20 on their factory 20-inch wheels.

The TRD Pro runs the same 265/70R17 base size as the SR5, with additional lift and skid plates — it accommodates 285/75R16 or 295/70R17 with some modifications.

The 4Runner community has well-documented fitment information for oversize tires with various lift levels.

Best tires — SR5 and Trail (standard use)

Toyo Open Country AT3: the most popular 4Runner all-terrain tire. Quiet highway manners, excellent off-road grip in 265/70R17, widely available. The 4Runner community treats this as the default A/T upgrade.

BF Goodrich KO2: the benchmark A/T for serious 4Runner off-road use. Better rock and clay traction than the AT3, louder on the highway — the right trade-off for owners who trail frequently.

Falken Wildpeak AT3W: a strong value option with 3PMSF. Good for 4Runner owners who drive in all weather conditions and want genuine winter capability.

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Best tires — TRD Pro and overland builds

Toyo Open Country M/T in 285/75R16 (with lift): the classic TRD Pro mud-terrain build. The TRD Pro community uses this more than any other M/T for technical trail and forest road use.

Cooper Discoverer STT Pro: a well-regarded alternative to the Toyo M/T, particularly good in red clay conditions like those found in Carroll and Haralson counties.

For 35-inch builds (requires lift): BF Goodrich KM3 in 305/70R17 or 315/70R17 — the Jeep/4Runner community's preferred M/T for serious overland and rock crawling builds.

Best Toyota 4Runner tires by build

BuildTireBest ForPrice (per tire)
SR5, Trail (all-terrain, 265/70R17)Toyo Open Country AT3Quiet highway manners, excellent off-road grip, widely available$150–220
SR5, Trail (all-terrain, 265/70R17)BF Goodrich KO2Better rock and clay traction than the AT3, louder on the highway$150–220
SR5, Trail (all-terrain, 265/70R17)Falken Wildpeak AT3W3PMSF winter rating for genuine winter capability$150–220
TRD Pro / overland, 285/75R16 with liftToyo Open Country M/TThe classic TRD Pro mud-terrain build for technical trail and forest-road use$200–280
TRD Pro / overlandCooper Discoverer STT ProWell-regarded alternative, particularly good in red clay conditionsNot specified
35-inch overland builds (305/70R17 or 315/70R17, requires lift)BF Goodrich KM3Preferred M/T for serious overland and rock crawling buildsNot specified

Frequently asked

Can I fit 33-inch tires on a stock 5th gen 4Runner?

The stock 4Runner with 265/70R17 tires measures approximately 31.6 inches tall. True 33-inch tires typically require a 1-2 inch lift to clear the fender flares without rubbing. Many 4Runner owners run 285/75R16 (32.8 inches) with a minor lift and trimming.

How much do Toyota 4Runner tires cost?

265/70R17 highway all-season: $120–160 per tire. All-terrain in 265/70R17: $150–220 per tire. Oversize M/T tires in 285/75R16: $200–280 per tire. A standard set of four A/T tires installed: $600–880.

What tires come on the Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro from the factory?

The TRD Pro comes factory-equipped with a Nitto all-terrain tire in 265/70R17 — the exact model varies by year, so check your door-jamb sticker for the precise spec. The TRD Pro community frequently upgrades to BFG KO2 or Toyo Open Country AT3 as the first modification.

How do I choose between all-terrain and highway tires for my 4Runner?

Be honest about how often you actually leave pavement. If the 4Runner mostly commutes and sees a gravel road now and then, a highway or light all-terrain rides quieter and lasts longer. If you are on trails, red clay, or forest roads regularly, a true all-terrain earns the extra noise. There is no wrong answer, just a match to your driving.

Where can I get 4Runner tires installed near me in West Georgia?

We match you with local shops across Carroll, Douglas, Haralson, and the surrounding counties that handle 4Runner fitments, including oversize and lifted setups. Tell us your size and how you use the truck and we point you to a shop that can mount, balance, and align it right. The match is free.

Last updated 2026-07-24. General guidance only — confirm specifics with a local shop for your exact vehicle.

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