What 4Runners have adaptive cruise control?
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is offered on Toyota 4Runners only when the vehicle is equipped with the appropriate Safety/Technology package; it is not standard on the base SR model.
In practice, ACC uses radar to maintain a set distance from the car ahead and can automatically adjust speed to keep pace on highway driving. In the 4Runner lineup, ACC is bundled with Toyota’s Safety Sense suite and is typically available on higher trims or as part of optional packages. Availability varies by model year and market, so buyers should verify on the window sticker or with a dealer.
How ACC is packaged in the 4Runners
To understand where ACC appears, it is tied to specific packages rather than the base trim. The following packaging routes have historically enabled Dynamic Radar Cruise Control on 4Runners.
- Technology Package: The most common route to DRCC on 4Runners, often paired with other tech features.
- Advanced Safety/Safety Sense Package: Includes DRCC along with additional driver-assistance features such as lane departure alerts and pre-collision systems.
- Higher trims with the above packages: On certain model years, trims like Limited or TRD variants may offer DRCC when the Technology or Advanced Safety packages are selected or when equipped as standard.
Note: Exact availability and naming vary by model year and market; always confirm with the window sticker or a dealer.
Model-year variations
2017–2019 era
During the late 2010s, DRCC began appearing on mid- and upper-level 4Runner trims as part of Toyota's Safety Sense upgrade. The feature was generally tied to optional packages rather than standard on base models. Buyers should look for the Technology or Safety Sense packages to confirm ACC availability.
2020–2024 era
In the 2020s, ACC remained available on 4Runners equipped with the upgraded Safety Sense suite and corresponding Technology/Advanced Safety packages. Availability continued to vary by trim and market, with some higher trims offering DRCC as part of standard equipment in certain regions or model years. Always check the current window sticker for confirmation.
Practical notes for shoppers
When shopping for a used or new 4Runner, use these checks to verify ACC:
- Look for terms like Dynamic Radar Cruise Control or DRCC on the vehicle's features list or window sticker.
- Ensure the vehicle has the Technology Package or Advanced Safety Package that includes DRCC.
- Verify operation by test-driving on a highway with a vehicle ahead, and using the ACC controls on the steering wheel.
These checks help confirm ACC capability when shopping for a 4Runner, as availability can vary by year and market.
Summary
Adaptive Cruise Control on the Toyota 4Runner is not universal; it is tied to the Technology and Advanced Safety packages and is more common on higher trims. Buyers should verify ACC presence via the window sticker and consult with dealers to confirm the exact combination for their preferred year and market.
