The 5th-gen 4Runner is the overlanding favorite - long runs, big payloads, and a frame built to abuse. The build path is a little different from a Tacoma because of the rear coil setup and, on some trims, KDSS.
What lift size should you run on your
A 3 inch lift is the most popular choice: it clears 33s, levels the stance, and rides great loaded down with gear. A 2 inch lift is the budget-friendly entry that still fits a slightly larger tire. If your 4Runner has KDSS (the sway-bar system on TRD trims), make sure your kit is KDSS-compatible - it changes which parts you need. For heavy overland builds carrying a rack and drawers, match rear coils to your expected weight so it does not sag.
What a complete 4Runner build actually includes
Most people buy a lift kit, then spend the next six months chasing the parts that should have come with it. A real build is a system, not one box:
- Front struts and rear coils matched as a set
- Upper control arms for 3 inch and up
- Wheels in 17 inch for more sidewall
- 33-inch all-terrain tires
- Roof rack or bed/cargo platform
- Rock sliders for body protection
- Ditch lighting for camp and trail
Skip the guesswork - shop matched packages
We bundled the parts that work together for your exact year so you order once and they all fit. Browse every Toyota 4Runner build package, or start with a proven combo:
- 2018 Toyota 4Runner Adventure Ready - $2664.85 (mid-level build)
- 2018 Toyota 4Runner Overland Pro Package - $3734.80 (premium build)
Build it to carry weight and go the distance, not just to look lifted in the driveway. Every part is verified to fit your model year, and every price is at manufacturer MAP - no surprises at checkout.