Comparison - Toyota 4Runner Venture Edition 2020 - vs - Subaru Ascent Onyx 2023

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Toyota Hilux Surf

Also called:

Viziv-7

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Average Price: 
$
44,285
Updated: 
08 Oct 2019
$
41,295
Updated: 
08 Feb 2023
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Four Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2023
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
5-speed Shiftable Automatic
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
23.00gals
19.30gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Barcelona Red Metallic
#8F0503
Super White
#F7F7F7
Midnight Black Metallic
#171717
Magnetic Gray Metallic
#4E4E4E
Classic Silver Metallic
#AEAFAB
Nautical Blue Metallic
#303C64
Color: 
Autumn Green Metallic
#676350
Crystal Black Silica
#1A191C
Cosmic Blue Pearl
#5F6A79
Crimson Red Pearl
#86313A
Dark Mahogany Pearl
#4F2C32
Ice Silver Metallic
#E4E4E4
Magnetite Gray Metallic
#717379
Crystal White Pearl
#F5F5F5

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2020 Toyota 4Runner comes with rear wheel drive, and four wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 5-speed shiftable automatic.TRD Pro has new Fox shock absorbers, new skid plate and roof rack, and standard sunroof and JBL sound system.New Limited Nightshade Edition with black-out color scheme.

Pros
Off-road capability few other competitors can match
Variety of trim levels to suit many buyers and price points
Versatile cargo area with an optional slide-out floor

Cons
Choppy ride quality compared to more modern crossovers
V6 engine not very fuel-efficient
Tall step-in height makes for ungraceful entry and exit

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2020 Toyota 4Runner ranked #21 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Toyota 4Runner has a score of 7.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 56 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Excellent off-road capabilities
Ample cargo space
Long list of features

Cons
Unrefined transmission
Dull, outdated interior
Bumpy ride
Poor fuel economy

By: 
usnews.com

Pros
Smooth, relaxed drivetrain
Pleasing interior materials
Competitive pricing

Cons
Unremarkable driving dynamics
Tight third row
Lacks innovative tech

By: 
motortrend.com

Pros
Lots of standard driver-assistance features
Spacious cabin
Above-average cargo space
Standard all-wheel drive

Cons
Ho-hum driving dynamics

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
17.00mpg
19.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
20.00mpg
25.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
16
Cylinders: 
6
V
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
4.00L
2.40L
Torque: 
278ft-lbs
at 4 400rpm
277ft-lbs
at 2 000rpm
Horsepower: 
270hp
at 5 600rpm
260hp
at 5 600rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
37.40Feet
38.00Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
yes
Seatback Storage: 
no
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
no
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Leather And Simulated Alloy Steering Wheel
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Leather steering wheel
Heated steering wheel
Keyless ignition

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
191.30in
196.80in
Width: 
75.80in
86.10in
Height: 
71.50in
71.60in
Ground Clearance: 
9.60in
8.70in
Front Track: 
64.40in
Rear Track: 
64.20in
Wheel Base: 
109.80in
113.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
39.30
40.00
Rear Head Room: 
38.60
38.70
Front Leg Room: 
41.70in
42.20in
Rear leg room: 
32.90in
38.60in
Front Hip Room: 
56.50in
57.80in
Front Shoulder Room: 
57.80in
61.10in
Rear Hip Room: 
55.70in
57.50in
Rear Shoulder room: 
57.80in
60.30in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
89.70cu.ft
72.80cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
5000lbs
5000lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
47.20cu.ft
17.60cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
33.00degrees
17.60degrees
Angle of Departure: 
26.00degrees
21.80degrees
Curb Weight: 
4750.00lbs
4533.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
no
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
no
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors
2 one-touch power windows
Heated mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Bucket front seats
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Leatherette
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
4 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
4-way manual passenger seat adjustment
Height adjustable driver seat
8-way power driver seat
Bucket front seats
Leatherette
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding With Storage Center Armrest
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Reclining Rear Seats
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Folding center armrest
Manual folding split-bench third row seats

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Front Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Three zone climate control
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
8 Total Speakers
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
USB Connection
6 total speakers
11.6" infotainment display size
Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
USB connection
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
4 months of provided satellite radio service

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
yes
Rear defogger: 
no
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Raised roof rails
Windshield wiper de-icer
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
17 X 7.0 In.
20 x 7.5 in.
Wheels more: 
All Season Tires
Fullsize Non-Matching Spare Tire
Underbody Mounted Spare Tire
Temporary spare tire
Underbody mounted spare tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
265.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
70
Diameter: 
R17
Width: 
245.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Front Disc
Ventilated disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
no
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
Lane Departure Warning Accident Avoidance System
Blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system
Lane keep assist
Rear cross traffic alert
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Remote anti-theft alarm system

Options

Packages: 
Preferred Accessory Package
Carpet Floor Mats & Cargo Mat Package
Exterior Options: 
Ball Mount
Alloy Wheel Locks
Trail Running Boards
Door Edge Guards
Exhaust Tip - Chrome
Hood Protector
Predator Tube Step
Running Boards
Power Tilt/Slide Moonroof W/Sunshade
Paint Protection Film
TRD Front Skid Plate
Interior Options: 
Universal Tablet Holder
Cargo Divider
Sliding Rear Cargo Deck
Cargo Tote
Cargo Cover
Cargo Net - Envelope
Carpet Cargo Mat
Dashcam
Coin Holder/Ashtray Cup

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black, leatherette
#191919