The 2019 Toyota 4Runner Limited Nightshade is unusual because it combines two very different personalities: the rugged, body-on-frame construction that has made the 4Runner a long-running favorite and the blacked-out luxury treatment of the Nightshade Special Edition.
Finished in Blizzard Pearl with a leather interior, this four-wheel-drive 4Runner uses Toyota’s proven 4.0-liter V6 and five-speed automatic transmission, giving it the traditional SUV feel many buyers specifically seek out.

Toyota rated the 4.0-liter V6 at 270 horsepower and 278 lb-ft of torque when new. The engine sends power through a five-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission, while the Limited’s full-time multi-mode four-wheel-drive system uses a two-speed transfer case and locking center differential. That configuration differs from the part-time systems used on other 4Runner trims and gives the Limited a confident, always-ready character for wet pavement, loose surfaces, and changing road conditions around Tampa Bay.

Nightshade builds on the Limited grade with a distinctive appearance package rather than pretending to be an off-road trim. Black 20-inch wheels, black front and rear bumper spoilers, darkened exterior trim, black roof rails, black badging, black mirror and door-handle treatments, and a black exhaust tip contrast sharply with the Blizzard Pearl paint. Inside, additional black trim appears across the steering wheel, center cluster, console panels, shift knob, shifter panel, and inner door grips, giving the cabin a more cohesive, upscale look.

Because Nightshade is based on the Limited, it retains the comfort equipment that makes the 4Runner easier to live with every day.
Leather seating, power front-seat adjustment, automatic climate control, a power moonroof, and a premium cabin environment make it equally suitable for commuting in Wesley Chapel or taking a long highway trip. The tall roofline and squared cargo area provide useful room behind the rear seats, and the rear seat folds when larger gear needs to take priority.

The 4Runner’s body-on-frame construction is central to its identity.
Unlike most midsize crossovers, it retains the structure, ground clearance, and driveline layout associated with a traditional SUV.
Toyota rated the 4Runner to tow up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped, and every model included an integrated tow-hitch receiver and wiring harness. That makes it useful for appropriate recreational trailers, bikes, outdoor equipment, or weekend travel toward Brooksville.

Safety and control equipment includes Vehicle Stability Control, traction control, antilock brakes, brake assist, electronic brake-force distribution, tire-pressure monitoring, and a comprehensive airbag system. The high seating position gives the driver excellent outward visibility, while the 4Runner’s relatively upright body makes the vehicle easier to place on narrow roads and in parking spaces than its rugged proportions might suggest.

Under the automatic certification standards, this 4Runner qualifies as Ford Blue Certified. Its Blue Certified program benefits include a 139-point inspection, 90-day/4,000-mile Comprehensive Limited Warranty coverage, 24/7 Roadside Assistance, and applicable FordPass Rewards Points. It receives only the Blue classification.

The applicable Parks Plus protections include paint, headlight, and interior treatments, VIN etching, roadside assistance, identity-theft protection and restoration, stolen-vehicle assistance, collision loyalty credit, cabin sanitizer, and antimicrobial protectant. For a buyer who wants the proven mechanical formula of a 4Runner but prefers a more distinctive and premium presentation, this Limited Nightshade offers exactly that combination.