6th Gen 4Runner Tire Fitment Guide: 33s, 34s & 35s — Including TRD Pro
33's. 34's. 35's.
What Actually Fits
on Your 6th Gen 4Runner.
Including TRD Pro · No Body Mount Chop Required
The 2025+ 4Runner changed everything. Built on the TNGA-F platform, it's the most tire-friendly 4Runner Toyota has ever produced. Here's exactly what fits — at every lift level — with no guesswork and no forum rabbit holes.
PRO
The 6th Gen 4Runner:
Finally Built for Big Tires
After 15 years, Toyota gave the 4Runner what it deserved. The result is a platform that makes fitting serious rubber genuinely achievable.
If you came from a 5th Gen 4Runner, you know the pain. Fitting anything larger than 33 inches meant a body mount chop, a welder, and a willingness to permanently modify your vehicle. The 6th Gen changes all of that.
Built on Toyota's TNGA-F global truck platform — shared with the Tundra, Sequoia, and the new Tacoma — the 2025+ 4Runner arrives with dramatically more wheel well clearance. No body mount chop. No permanent frame modification. Ever.
This guide covers every trim level including TRD Pro, with verified tire sizes for 17", 18", and 20" wheels at every lift height. We'll also cover the most effective tips and tricks for eliminating rubbing — so you get the right setup the first time.
At TORQ Engineering, we manufacture lift kits for the 6th Gen 4Runner right here in the USA — and we built this guide so you can make the right call for your build before spending a dollar.
More Clearance.
No Permanent Cuts.
The most significant change for 4Runner enthusiasts isn't the new engine or the revamped interior. It's what Toyota did with the wheel wells and body structure.
On the 5th Gen, a large steel cab mount bracket was positioned directly in the path of larger tires — requiring the infamous "Body Mount Chop" to fit anything over 33 inches. On the 6th Gen, that obstacle is gone. The result: 35-inch tires are achievable with a bolt-on lift and basic modifications.
Key Platform Differences vs. 5th Gen
- No body mount chop required — ever — for tires up to 35"
- Dramatically more factory wheel well clearance
- Removable crash plates (two bolts per side) replace permanent obstacles
- Rear independent suspension (different from Tacoma solid rear axle)
- New M14 lug nuts — 5th Gen wheels will NOT bolt on without modification
- Smaller center bore — 5th Gen wheels need hubcentric rings
- Front architecture nearly identical to 2024+ Tacoma — data transfers well
One important distinction: the 6th Gen 4Runner has a rear independent suspension, unlike the Tacoma's solid rear axle. This means rear fitment behaves differently — generally with slightly more clearance than the Tacoma equivalent — but it also means 37" tires require significant modification in the rear and are not recommended as a daily-driver build at this time.
Know Your Trim.
Know Your Offset.
The 6th Gen 4Runner has a significant offset split between trim levels — and it's the single most important variable in your build. A tire that fits perfectly on a TRD Pro might rub immediately on a TRD Off-Road. Here's why:
⚠️ The Offset Split — Critical Reading
The TRD Pro and Trailhunter come from the factory with +20mm offset wheels (8.5" wide). This pushes the tire significantly outward — giving a wider stance and naturally more clearance at the inner wheel well.
All other trims (SR5, TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, Limited, Platinum) come with +55mm offset wheels — pushing the tire inward. This is a conservative, street-oriented offset that limits tire size before you hit the fender liner.
Bottom line: If you want to run 33"+ tires on a standard-trim 4Runner, aftermarket wheels in the +20mm to +35mm range are strongly recommended.
| Trim | Factory Wheel | Factory Offset | Max Stock Tire |
|---|---|---|---|
| SR5 / TRD Off-Road | 17" or 18" alloy | +55mm | 285/70R17 or 285/70R18 |
| TRD Sport Premium | 20" alloy | +55mm | 265/55R20 (stock) |
| Limited / Platinum | 20" alloy | +55mm | 265/55R20 (stock) |
| TRD Pro ⭐ | 18" flat black alloy | +20mm | 285/70R18 — even 295/70R18 |
| Trailhunter ⭐ | 18" bronze alloy | +20mm | 285/70R18 stock, 295/70R18 possible |
TRD Pro owners: Your factory +20mm offset is the sweet spot. Some TRD Pro owners have confirmed that 295/70R18 (~35") tires fit on completely stock suspension with zero rubbing at full steering lock. That said — if you plan to off-road, a 2" lift is strongly recommended to prevent rubbing during suspension compression.
33's: The New
Stock Standard
On the right offset wheels, 33-inch tires bolt directly onto a stock 6th Gen 4Runner with zero modifications. Here's how to do it cleanly.
The TNGA-F platform gives the 6th Gen 4Runner enough native clearance to run true 33-inch tires on stock suspension — something that required a leveling kit on the 5th Gen. The key is choosing the right wheel offset to give the tire enough room at full steering lock.
Remove the mud flaps — this is the only "modification" most owners need. They're held on with a few bolts, take 5 minutes to remove, and create noticeable additional clearance at full lock.
33" Fitment Summary — Stock Height
- 17" Wheels: 285/70R17 (32.7") — fits cleanly at +25mm to +33mm offset
- 18" Wheels: 285/70R18 (33.7") — fits cleanly at +20mm to +35mm offset
- 20" Wheels: 265/60R20 (32.5") — fits at factory offset on most trims
- TRD Pro / Trailhunter: 285/70R18 fits completely stock including with mud flaps
- Standard trims: remove mud flaps for clean fitment at full lock
- Offset recommendation: +20mm to +35mm for aftermarket wheels
- Avoid +55mm offset with tires over 285/70 — you will rub on the fender liner
Bottom line: 33's are genuinely plug-and-play on the 6th Gen with the right wheel offset. It's the easiest upgrade on this platform and the perfect starting point for any build.
Want the Leveled Look With Your 33's?
TORQ's 2" leveling kit removes the factory front rake for a more aggressive, level stance — without going bigger on tires.
34's: The Daily Driver
Sweet Spot.
A TORQ 2" leveling kit removes the factory rake, opens up the wheel wells, and makes 34-inch tires a clean, no-drama install.
The 6th Gen 4Runner comes from the factory with a slight forward rake — the front sits lower than the rear. This is intentional from Toyota (payload compensation), but most owners prefer the leveled look. A 2" leveling kit removes that rake and simultaneously creates enough clearance for a 34-inch tire.
TORQ Engineering's 2" leveling kit is CNC-machined from 6061 billet aluminum in our Utah facility. Bolt-on fit and maintains your factory ride quality completely. Note: a spring compressor is required for the 2" kit installation.
At this height, you'll also want to remove the crash plates — the two-bolt removable brackets at the rear of each front wheel well. This is a 5-minute job per side and provides approximately 4 inches of additional clearance.
34" Fitment Summary — 2" Leveling Kit
- 17" Wheels: 285/75R17 (33.8") — ideal skinny 34" on +20mm to +30mm offset
- 18" Wheels: 285/65R18 or 295/60R18 — clean fit with crash plate removal
- 20" Wheels: 285/60R20 (33.5") — fits well at factory or slight offset reduction
- Crash plate removal required for clean fitment
- Mud flaps removed — standard for this build
- Recommended offset: +20mm to +30mm for aftermarket 17" and 18" wheels
- Fender liner may benefit from being repinned slightly toward the rear
The 2" level + 34" tire combination is the most popular build for 6th Gen owners who use their 4Runner as a daily driver and weekend trail rig. You get meaningfully more capability and stance without the drivetrain stress of 35's.
34's Are the Move. TORQ's 2" Kit Gets You There.
CNC billet aluminum. Bolt-on fit. Made in Utah. Ships next business day.
Already Elevated.
TORQ Takes It Further.
The 2025+ 4Runner TRD Pro and Trailhunter arrive from the factory with additional suspension travel and a factory-lifted ride height compared to standard trims. This gives TRD Pro owners a head start — and a unique fitment advantage.
Because the TRD Pro already sits higher than a standard 4Runner, a standard 2" or 3" kit will not deliver the correct geometry or lift height. TORQ Engineering's TRD Pro-specific 2" lift kit is engineered exclusively for this platform — delivering 2 additional inches of true lift on top of the TRD Pro's factory ride height.
TRD Pro Fitment Advantage
- Factory +20mm offset wheels — already the ideal fitment offset
- Some TRD Pro owners run 295/70R18 (~35") completely stock with zero rubbing
- TORQ 2" TRD Pro kit adds true lift for off-road use with 34-35" tires
- No separate standard kit will fit correctly — TRD Pro requires dedicated kit
- Factory suspension geometry preserved with TORQ's bolt-on design
- CNC billet aluminum construction — same quality as standard TORQ kits
The TRD Pro sweet spot: TORQ's 2" TRD Pro kit + crash plate removal + 295/65R18 or 35x12.50R17 tires = a legitimate trail-ready build that still drives like a luxury SUV on the highway. The factory +20mm offset means most owners won't need aftermarket wheels to get the right fitment.
TRD Pro Tire Fitment Summary
- Stock TRD Pro (no kit): 285/70R18 (33.7") clean; 295/70R18 (~35") possible on street
- TORQ 2" TRD Pro Kit + Crash Plate Removal:
- 17" Wheels: 35x12.50R17 or 315/70R17 with minor fender liner work
- 18" Wheels: 295/65R18 or 295/70R18 — solid trail-ready 35" build
- Recommended offset: +20mm to +25mm (factory TRD Pro range)
- Professional alignment required after install
- 35" spare will NOT fit factory underbody carrier — plan accordingly
Own a TRD Pro? Use the Right Kit.
A standard 4Runner lift kit won't fit the TRD Pro correctly. TORQ's TRD Pro-specific 2" kit is engineered for your suspension — built in the USA, backed by lifetime warranty.
35's: Maximum
Trail Presence.
35-inch tires transform the 6th Gen from a capable SUV into a legitimate trail machine. Here's how to do it right — the first time.
35's on the 6th Gen 4Runner are more achievable than ever — but they still require a thoughtful approach. A 3" lift kit is the minimum recommended height for running 35's with confidence during off-road articulation. At 2" of lift, 35's can fit in a parking lot but will rub under suspension compression on the trail.
TORQ Engineering's 3" lift kit (3" front / 1.5" rear) provides the breathing room your suspension needs to fully articulate with 35-inch tires — without rubbing under normal off-road conditions.
35" Fitment Summary — TORQ 3" Lift Kit
- 17" Wheels: 35x12.50R17 or 315/70R17 — minor fender liner work may be needed
- 18" Wheels: 295/65R18 or 295/70R18 — cleanest fit on 18" platform
- 20" Wheels: 295/55R20 or 285/60R20 — fits on correct offset
- Crash plate removal mandatory
- Air dam removal recommended (improves approach angle + clearance)
- Mud flaps removed
- Fender liner repinned toward rear
- Recommended offset: +20mm to +35mm — do NOT go below +12mm
- Professional alignment required — set caster forward
- Minor front bumper corner trimming may be required at full lock
The 6th Gen handles 35's significantly better than the 5th Gen thanks to the TNGA-F platform's improved geometry and clearances. The result is a truck that maintains reasonable highway manners while delivering dramatically improved trail capability.
Bolt-on fit for 2025+ 4Runner. 3" front / 1.5" rear. No spring compressor required. ~2 hours with basic tools. Made in Utah, backed by lifetime warranty.
Two bolts per side at the rear of each front wheel well. Takes 5 minutes per side. Fully reversible. Provides approximately 4" of additional tire clearance. Mandatory for 35's.
The factory front air dam hangs roughly 6 inches lower than ideal for 35" tire clearance and approach angle. Removing it is a clean, simple job with major payoff — better approach angle and more tire clearance at full steering lock.
Pinching the fender liner toward the rear of the wheel well creates more tire clearance during suspension compression. This is a reversible mod using the existing pins — no cutting required.
+20mm to +35mm is your target range. Below +12mm you risk contact at the front bumper corner and fender liner at full lock. Stick to the range and you'll be clean without cutting.
Required after any lift. Set caster as far forward as possible — this centers the tire in the wheel well and eliminates rear plastic contact. Use a shop with 4x4 alignment experience.
If you're still getting minor rubbing at full lock after following all the steps above, check the front bumper corner first — that's the most common contact point for 35's on the 6th Gen. A small, conservative trim with a utility knife on the inner corner of the bumper plastic is reversible, invisible, and solves the problem. Always trim conservatively — you can always take more, but you can't put it back.
Going for 35's? Start with the Right Foundation.
TORQ's 3" lift kit is CNC-machined from billet aluminum in Utah. No spring compressor required. Lifetime warranty. Ships next business day.
8 Ways to Eliminate
Rubbing for Good.
Fitment is a system — not just one modification. Here's the full toolkit for getting 35's to clear cleanly on the 6th Gen.
The order matters. Do modifications in this sequence: lift kit → crash plates → air dam → fender liner repin → alignment → then test drive with full lock and suspension drop before deciding if any bumper trimming is needed. Don't skip to trimming first.
Complete Fitment
At Every Level
- 17": 285/70R17
- 18": 285/70R18
- 20": 265/60R20
- No lift needed
- Remove mud flaps
- +20–35mm offset ideal
- 17": 285/75R17
- 18": 285/65R18 / 295/60R18
- 20": 285/60R20
- Crash plates removed
- Mud flaps removed
- +20–30mm offset
- 17": 35x12.50R17
- 18": 295/65R18 / 295/70R18
- 20": 295/55R20
- Crash plates + air dam removed
- Liner repinned, alignment set
- +20–35mm offset
- 285/70R18 — clean stock
- 295/70R18 — possible stock
- Zero modifications needed
- 17": 35x12.50R17
- 18": 295/65R18 / 295/70R18
- Crash plates removed
- Use TRD Pro-specific kit only
- Standard kits won't fit correctly
- 35" spare won't fit stock carrier
Not a Catalog Brand.
A Truck Brand.
TORQ Engineering doesn't source parts overseas and stamp a name on them. We design, machine, and test every lift kit for the 6th Gen 4Runner right here in Utah — for owners who actually take these rigs off-road.
What 4Runner Owners
Are Saying
Exactly what I was looking for! I cannot speak to the difficulty of the install because I had it installed by a local shop, but the shop said it was the easiest kit they could have installed on both front and rear. This nailed it for my 2025 4Runner TRD Sport! Also, the customer service department went above and beyond answering questions before and after the purchase. The tires I am running are Toyo Open Country AT3's — 285/60R20 wrapped around Fuel Rebel D679 20x9" wheels.
A customer of ours asked if we could source a lift kit for his brand new 4Runner TRD Pro. After research I found TORQ and I'm glad I did! It shipped fast, was very high quality, and install was a breeze. I had some follow up questions and they were very responsive — great customer service too. I look forward to installing more TORQ products at our shop.
I am the Parts Manager of a Toyota Dealership that has been using TORQ lifts for about 6 years now. On average we are doing about 4 of them per week. The lifts themselves, being made out of CNC-machined billet aluminum, are top notch quality. Between the easy installations, great customer service, and quality of the products I would highly recommend them to anyone interested in lifting their vehicle.
Frequently Asked
Questions
No. Unlike the 5th Gen, the 2025+ 4Runner does not require any body mount modification for 35-inch tires. The TNGA-F platform repositioned the problematic cab mount bracket, eliminating the need for permanent frame cutting. This is one of the biggest advantages of the new generation.
The TRD Pro and Trailhunter come from the factory with +20mm offset wheels, while all other trims use +55mm offset. The lower offset on TRD Pro wheels pushes the tire outward, away from the inner fender, naturally creating more clearance. This is why TRD Pro owners can often run larger tires with fewer modifications than standard-trim owners on the same lift height.
The TRD Pro comes from the factory with additional suspension travel and a higher ride height than standard trims. Installing a standard 2" or 3" kit on a TRD Pro will result in incorrect lift height and improper suspension geometry. TORQ's TRD Pro-specific 2" kit is engineered exclusively for this platform.
No — not without modification. The 6th Gen 4Runner uses M14 lug nuts (vs. M12 on the 5th Gen) and has a smaller center bore. 5th Gen wheels would need to be drilled out to fit, and you would need hubcentric rings to prevent vibration. Most owners choose to purchase 6th Gen-specific aftermarket wheels rather than modify older wheels.
No. A 35-inch spare will not fit in the factory underbody spare tire carrier due to both width and ground clearance constraints. If you're running 35's, plan on a swing-out rear tire carrier, a roof-mounted spare, or carrying a smaller spare as a get-home solution. Several manufacturers are developing swing-out carriers specifically for the 6th Gen.
Not automatically. The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act protects you — Toyota must prove the aftermarket part caused the failure before denying warranty coverage. TORQ Engineering has longstanding relationships with Toyota dealerships that install our kits on new vehicles with full warranties intact. We recommend working with a performance-oriented dealer familiar with lift kit installations.
For standard-trim 4Runners running 17" or 18" wheels, aim for +20mm to +35mm offset. This gives enough clearance at the inner fender while keeping the tire from poking excessively. TRD Pro owners on factory +20mm wheels are already in the sweet spot. Avoid going below +12mm — at that point you risk front bumper and fender liner contact that may require trimming.
The 2" leveling kit removes factory rake and is ideal for 33-34" tires on a daily driver that sees occasional trail use. The 3" lift kit (3" front / 1.5" rear) provides the additional height and clearance specifically needed to run 35-inch tires cleanly during off-road suspension articulation. Both are CNC billet aluminum and made in the USA. Browse both kits here.
Build It Out: Recovery Points for Your 4Runner
Once your 4Runner has the right tires and lift, make sure you can get unstuck. TORQ's billet aluminum recovery points are purpose-built for Toyota SUVs — bold red anodized finish, aerospace-grade strength.
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