The 2008 Toyota 4Runner Sport Edition 4WD V8 (MSRP $33,980) is a five-passenger truck-based SUV that offers potent acceleration. A more powerful 4.7-liter V-8 engine, rated at 260 horsepower and 306 lb-ft of torque, is available on this trim. The sole five-speed automatic transmission drives all the four wheels. Estimated fuel economy of the 4Runner Sport Edition 4WD V8 is 14/17 (city/highway) mpg. Like all the 4Runner V8 versions, its towing capacity is 7,300 pounds.

The 2008 4Runner Sport Edition 4WD V8 comes with distinctive cloth-trimmed seats, X-REAS sport enhancement suspension, multi-information display with time, fuel consumption, cruise range and temperature information, heated front seats, auxiliary audio jack, computer-controlled fuel gauge, defroster-linked automatic climate control with rear ventilation, air filter, leather-wrapped telescopic steering wheel with integrated cruise and audio controls, eight-way power-adjustable driver's and four-way power-adjustable passenger seat, heated power outside mirrors, 17-inch alloy wheels, larger brake rotors, downhill assist control and remote keyless entry. A 115-volt power outlet and rear-seat DVD entertainment system with rear audio remote control are some of the optional features available on the Sport Edition. Various color options available on the Sport Edition 4WD V8 are Salsa Red Pearl, Galactic Gray Mica, Natural White, Black, Shadow Mica and Titanium Metallic.

The wide range of safety devices on this trim include three-point emergency locking retractor seatbelts; vehicle stability control; electronic stability control with brake assist; tire-pressure monitoring system; four-wheel anti-lock brake system; roll-sensing side-curtain airbags; traction control; side-impact door beams; child-protector rear door locks, power window lockout engine immobilizer and front seatbelt pretensioners with force limiters.

This vehicle comes with a basic warranty of 36 months/36,000 miles; powertrain warranty for 60 months/60,000 miles; rust-through warranty for 60 months/unlimited miles; and warranty on accessories purchased at the time of new vehicle purchase for 36 months /36,000 miles.