Originally Posted by Granth77 @ t4r.org

Here are the 2006 model year 4Runner changes we received from Toyota today:

4Runner enters the 2006 model year with several changes that enhance its exterior and interior
style and value to ensure it stays ahead of the competition.

The 4Runner receives dramatic changes to both interior and exterior.

Exterior:
• All new trapezoid grill in chrome (SR5), smoked chrome (Sport), and color keyed
(Limited) for improved grade differentiation
• All new front bumper
• New integrated foglamps
• Projector headlamps
• More muscular overfenders
• Redesigned lower cladding
• Redesigned black rocker panel moldings
• Redesigned mudguards
• All new rear bumper
• All new rear combination lamps
• All new 18” alloy wheels (now standard on ‘06MY Limited)
• All new roof rack and tube steps (‘06MY Sport Edition)
• Reinforced center pillar for improved rigidity
• Increased thickness on front windshield and front door glass for reduced wind noise

Interior:
• Power seats (now standard on ‘06MY Sport Edition & SR5 V8)
• Memory seats (now standard on ‘06MY Limited)
• Updated meter cluster appearance
• Mini-plug for external audio devices in center console
• Satellite ratio and WMA/MP3 capability (Satellite N/A on all audio)
• 6-disc CD changer (now standard on ‘06MY Limited)
Deleted items on all models are as follows:
• Cassette player (all models)
• Rear seat audio (Limited)
• Tonneau cover (SR5)
• Tow Hitch (V6 models)

Just thought you guys might like to see this. Of course, no pictures yet.

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Thanks for the scoop Granth! Hope you don't mind but I thought I'd put a link here to sharivan's
Sneak peek of '06 Surf thread where he's got some pics of the Surf's new projector headlights, etc. I'll stick this thread Also, I saw that Toyota released the following in their PRESSROOM today regarding pricing:

"The Toyota 4Runner mid-size SUV receives freshened styling and interior enhancements for 2006. All models receive a restyled front fascia that includes a newly designed grille, front bumper, integrated fog lamps, and projector headlamps along with restyled rear combination lamps and rear bumper. Additional styling changes include redesigned lower cladding, mudguards, and overfenders. All 4Runner models include a reinforced center pillar for improved rigidity and increased thickness on the front windshield and front door glass for reduced wind noise. All new 18-inch alloy wheels are standard equipment on the Limited grade.

Inside, the 4Runner features an updated meter cluster appearance, and mini-port in the center console for connectivity to most portable music players. Power adjustable fabric seats are standard on Sport Edition and SR5 V8 models, and optional on the SR5 V6 grade. The Limited grade now receives standard memory seats and black wood graphic interior trim. With all of its added standard equipment and refreshed styling, 4Runner retains its excellent value. The 4Runner 4x2 will carry a base MSRP ranging from $27,635 for the SR5 V6 with a five-speed automatic to $36,110 for the Limited grade V8 with a five-speed automatic. The base MSRP for the 4Runner 4x4 ranges from $29,910 for the SR5 V6 with a five-speed automatic to $38,385 for the Limited grade V8 with a five-speed automatic. Total 4Runner average MSRP increase is $150 or 0.5 percent."

GG
7/29
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Originally Posted by CarbonCycles @ t4r.org

A little more information to the original poster on the 06...it does appear that the US will be getting the HiluxSurf after all! I have placed an order for my '06 already...see below:

(This is just a preliminary list...as more info becomes available, I shall post here)

New Option for MY2006 SR5 - Power Drivers seat (will be ordered at 100%)

Front View Enhancements

· Double cross-bar on grille dropped in favor of single crossbar and
bold grille surround

· Grille treatment reflects grade differentiation

SR5 grille is chrome
Sport Edition grille is smoked chrome
Limited remains color-keyed
· All-new front bumper provides more aggressive front stance

· New trapezoid-shaped grille, bumper reflects Toyota truck styling
theme

· New integrated fog lamps with traditional round shape

· Projector headlamps provide improved illumination and more modern
appearance

Sport Edition adopts smoked chrome headlamp bezel


Side View Enhancements

· More muscular over fenders with traditional rounded arch

· Lower cladding restyled

· SR5 models adopt chrome door handles



Rear View Enhancements

· All-new bumper loses integrated reflectors in favor of more unified
rear view

· New rear combination lamp has more truck/SUV flavor

· New, smaller front and rear bumper accents

· SR5 adopts chrome license plate garnish



Other Exterior Changes

· All-new 18" alloy wheel standard on Limited

· Sport Edition appearance package with new roof rack and tube steps
(through CAD)

· UV cut glass now used for rear quarter glass and back glass



Interior Changes

· Power adjustable fabric seats

Standard on Sport Edition and SR5 V8, optional on SR5 V6 Limited adds standard memory seats
· 3rd row seat / moonroof conflict eliminated

· Updated fabric pattern for SR5, Sport Edition

· Black wood hydro graphic replaces granite interior trim on Limited
models

Sport Edition gets updated interior trim treatment


Audio

· Miniplug for external audio devices

· Satellite radio and MP3 capability

· Navigation system upgraded with Bluetooth and voice activation

Originally Posted by r0cky

can't wait to see some pics.