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1998 Toyota 4Runner: Quick Overview
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1998 Toyota 4Runner Specifications
Vehicle Information
| Year | 1998 |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | 4Runner |
| Trim | - |
| Style | SR5 SUV 4WD 5MT 2.7L I4 |
| Type | Sport Utility Vehicle |
| Category | passenger |
Manufacturing Details
| Made In | Japan |
| Manufacturing City | TAHARA |
Dimensions
| Doors | 4-Door |
| Curb Weight | 3600 pounds |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | - |
| Overall Height | 66.5 inches |
| Overall Length | 180.5 inches |
| Overall Width | 71.2 inches |
| Wheelbase Length | 105.9 inches |
| Standard Seating | 5 |
Engine & Performance
| Engine | 2.7L I4 |
| Engine Size | 2.7L |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| Transmission Type | Manual |
| Transmission Speeds | 5-Speed |
| Drivetrain | Four-Wheel Drive |
Additional Features
| Anti-Brake System | 4-Wheel ABS |
| Steering Type | Rack & Pinion |
Pricing
| Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) | $28,500 |
| Invoice Price | $26,000 |
| Delivery Charges | $500 |
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What Problems Does the 1998 Toyota 4Runner Have?
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How long will the 1998 Toyota 4Runner last?
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What Technology & Safety Features are Included?
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What Colors Options are Available?
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1998 Toyota 4Runner Prices and Market Value
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1998 Toyota 4Runner Cost of Ownership
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1998 Toyota 4Runner Fuel Efficiency
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Fuel Capacity
18.5 gallons
City Mileage
15 miles/gallon
Highway Mileage
20 miles/gallon
1998 Toyota 4Runner Recalls & Defects
Recall date
2002-01-18
Recall no.
Source
NHTSA
Summary
ON Certain 2-Wheel-Drive (2wd) and 4-wheel-drive (4wd) 4runner Sport Utility Vehicles, A Combination OF Heavy Loading (simultaneous Loading TO Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) and Severe Steering Maneuvers Could Cause THE 2WD 4runner TO Lose Directional Stability.
Consequence
This MAY Result IN A Loss OF Control and Could Increase THE Risk OF A Crash.
Remedy
Dealers Will Replace Rear Suspension Parts. Although THE 4WD 4runners DO NOT Exhibit THE Handling Condition, Toyota Will Recall These Vehicles TO Avoid ANY Public Confusion AS TO Which Vehicles Should Receive THE Replacement Parts. Owner Notification Began February 28, 2002. Owners WHO Take Their Vehicles TO AN Authorized Dealer ON AN Agreed Upon Service Date and DO NOT Receive THE Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Toyota AT 1-800-331-4331.
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Recall date
2006-05-24
Recall no.
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Certain CK Motorsports Combination Headlights, Clear Corner, Bumper, and Side Marker Lights Sold AS Replacement Lamps FOR USE ON THE Passenger Vehicles Listed Above. Some Combination Lamps That ARE NOT Equipped With Amber Side Reflectors Fail TO Conform TO Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard NO. 108, Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
Consequence
Without THE Amber Reflectors, THE Vehicle Will BE Poorly Illuminated, Possibly Resulting IN A Vehicle Crash Without Warning.
Remedy
CK Motorsport Will Notify Owners and Replace THE Noncompliant Lamps Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began ON July 1, 2006. Owners MAY Contact CK Motorsport AT 1-909-610-7211.
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Recall date
2006-03-23
Recall no.
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Certain Pro-A Motors Corner Lamps, Turn Signals, and Headlights Sold AS Replacement Lamps FOR USE ON Certain Passenger Vehicles Listed Above. Some Combination Lamps That ARE NOT Equipped With Amber Side Reflectors Fail TO Conform TO Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard NO. 108, Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
Consequence
Without THE Amber Reflectors, THE Vehicle Will BE Poorly Illuminated, Possibly Resulting IN A Vehicle Crash Without Warning.
Remedy
Pro-A Motors Will Notify Owners and Offer TO Repurchase THE Lamps. THE Recall Began ON April 3, 2006. Owners MAY Contact Pro-A Motors AT 323-838-2988.
Notes
Recall date
2009-04-07
Recall no.
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Sabersport IS Recalling 16,270 Combination Corner and Bumper Lamp Assemblies OF Various Part Numbers Sold FOR USE AS Aftermarket Equipment FOR Various Passenger Vehicles. These Headlamps Fail TO Conform TO THE Requirements OF Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard NO. 108, "lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." These Lamps DO NOT Contain THE Required Amber Side Reflectors.
Consequence
Decreased Lighting Visibility MAY Result IN A Vehicle Crash.
Remedy
Sabersport Will Notify Owners and Offer A Full Refund FOR THE Noncompliant Combination Lamps. THE Safety Recall Began ON MAY 11, 2009. Owners MAY Contact Sabersport AT 1-909-598-7589.
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1998 Toyota 4Runner Insurance
Insurance for a 1998 Toyota 4Runner is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Sport Utility Vehicle with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.
reasonable repair costs.
How Does the 1998 Toyota 4Runner Compare to Other Sport Utility Vehicle?
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Final Verdict: Is the 1998 Toyota 4Runner a Good Sport Utility Vehicle?
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