Toyota 4Runner Roof Racks Review
If you are looking for a roof rack for your 4th or 5th Generation Toyota 4Runner, then you have come to the right place.
4th gen 4Runners are 2003-2009. 5th gen 4Runners are 2010-2024. Both are highlighted below. If you have a 1996-2002 4Runner, check out our review of the Best 3rd Gen 4Runner Roof Racks.
Roof racks are one of the most useful accessories for everyone from offroad enthusiasts and overlanders to weekend adventurers. They let you travel with any gear you want - no matter how heavy.
As the Toyota 4Runner is the most popular adventure vehicle of the 21st century, tons of companies make roof racks for it. So, to make it easy for you to buy the right one, we review here 5 of the best 4th and 5th generation 4runner roof racks currently available.
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Top 4Runner Roof Racks of 2024
Sherpa Crestone 4Runner Roof Rack
Best 5th Gen 4Runner Roof Rack.
The Sherpa Crestone wins the title of best overall 5th generation Toyota 4Runner roof rack. Made using aircraft-grade aluminum side panels and stainless steel hardware, it is as tough as they come.
The Sherpa Crestone Toyota 4Runner roof rack comes with 9 crossbars, 4 mounting brackets, 2 side plates, and 1 fairing with edge trim.
It has a static weight capacity of 700 lbs and a total dynamic load capacity of 300 lbs. This is sufficient for mounting roof top tents, kayaks, storage boxes, mountain bikes, and anything else you might want to throw on top of your 4Runner.
Finally, installing the Sherpa Crestone roof rack on your 4Runner is as simple as 1-2-3. It requires no drilling or modifications to your vehicle.
In addition to the Crestone, Sherpa also offers the Crestone Sport for a lightweight alternative, as well as the Sherpa Needle for a 1/2 length 5th Gen 4Runner roof rack.
Price:
$1,399
Overview
- Includes 9 crossbars
- Lifetime warranty
- No drill installation
- Modular and Adjustable
- 700 lbs static weight capacity
Prinsu 5th Gen 4Runner Roof Rack
Best High Weight Capacity 5th Gen 4Runner Roof Rack.
The Prinsu 5th Gen 4Runner Roof Rack is a solid full-length rack. Made with laser-cut side rails and aluminum crossbars, it is super tough.
But what really sets the 5th Gen Prinsu 4Runner Roof Rack apart is its eye-popping 1,000 pound static weight capacity, and 600 pound dynamic weight capacity. There is nothing you can't carry with this rack.
This 5th Gen 4runner Roof Rack also comes with a modular and adjustable design that lets you choose the number of crossbars you want to use. If you have a lot of gear, then you can use all 9. Otherwise, you might find you only need 4 or 5.
This Prinsu rack also has a super easy installation process that lets you install it on a Toyota 4Runner without any drilling or modifications. All the equipment required for installation is included with the purchase.
In addition to this standard 5th Gen 4Runner rack, Prinsu also makes an even higher-quality Prinsu Pro 4Runner Rack, as well as a 3/4 length Prinsu Rack.
Starting at
$899
Overview
- Includes 9 crossbars
- Made with Aluminum
- No drill installation
- Modular and adjustable
- 1,000 lbs static weight capacity
Sherpa Princeton 4Runner Roof Rack
Best Overall 4th Gen 4Runner Roof Rack.
The Sherpa Princeton is currently the best full-length 4th gen Toyota 4Runner roof rack on the market. Made and trail-tested in Colorado, it is as tough as they come.
With 10 crossbars, 4 mounting brackets, 2 side plates, and 1 fairing with edge trim, the Princeton has everything you need for a strong and flexible rack. The side panels are made using aircraft-grade aluminum and stainless steel hardware.
The Princeton has a static weight capacity of 600 lbs and a dynamic weight capacity of 300 lbs. That's plenty to mount any heavy equipment you'll need, such as roof top tents, mountain bikes, kayaks, and more.
It's also super easy to install - no drilling - and has a lifetime warranty.
Price
$1,399
Overview
- Easy to Install
- Aircraft-grade aluminum
- High static weight capacity
- Modular design
- Lifetime Warranty
Prinsu 4th Gen 4Runner Roof Rack
Best High Weight Capacity 4th Gen 4Runner Roof Rack.
This Prinsu roof rack is a fantastic choice if you need a load-carrying full-length roof rack for your 4th generation Toyota 4Runner.
The rack is easy to install, without any drilling or modifications. And it gives you an impressive static weight capacity of 1,000 pounds, and dynamic weight capacity of 600 pounds.
This Prinsu rack is made of two laser cut aluminum side rails, 9 aluminum crossbars, and a wind fairing.
All of the crossbars include a t-slot channel at the top to make it easy to secure your goods.
Starting at
$899
Overview
- Includes 9 crossbars
- Made with aluminum
- No drill installation
- Modular & Adjustable
- 1,000 lbs static weight capacity
Cali Raised LED 4Runner Economy Roof Rack
Best Toyota 4Runner Roof Rack for light bars.
Cali Raised LED started, as the name suggests, as a light company. So it's no surprise that they still make the best racks for those who want to mount a light bar to the front of their car roof.
The Cali Raised LED Economy Roof Rack for the 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner is a quality rack with lots of light options.
Designed and manufactured in the United States, it's a lightweight rack, that's strong and durable, and also functional.
Featuring a 100% bolt-on design, the Cali Raised LED 4Runner roof rack can be installed without any drilling or modifications to your vehicle. It's also low profile and fits perfectly to ensure low vibrations and wind noise when you are traveling at high speeds.
In addition to this economy roof rack, Cali Raised LED also makes a 5th Gen 4Runner Premium Roof Rack.
Starting at
$899
Overview
- Easy assembly and installation
- Lots of light bar and light switch options
- Lightweight and strong
- Low profile design
Toyota 4Runner Roof Racks FAQ
Can I use these Toyota 4runner roof racks with a sunroof?
Yes, all of these Toyota 4Runner roof racks are designed to work with your sunroof.
Can I use a Toyota 4Runner roof rack to support a roof top tent?
Yes, all of these roof racks can support a roof top tent or any other heavy gear that you may want to carry.
What is the installation process like for these Toyota 4Runner roof racks?
The installation for all of these Toyota 4Runner roof racks is a simple, no drill, no modifications process. One of the many reasons these roof racks are so great.
How much weight can a Prinsu 4runner roof rack hold?
The Toyota 4Runner Prinsu roof racks featured here have a dynamic weight capacity of 600 pounds and a static weight capacity of 1,000 pounds. That's the highest there is for 4Runner racks, and it's why Prinsu has won our title of the best weight capacity roof rack for both 4th Gen and 5th Gen.
What is the best rack system for a 4runner?
We wrote this entire review collection to answer this very question. The best rack systems come from Sherpa, Prinsu, and Cali Raised LED, and we have highlighted their benefits here.
Have Additional Questions About Toyota 4Runner Roof Racks?
Overland Junction is here to assist you in locating the best roof rack for your 4Runner. Before making a purchase, if you have any concerns or want to learn more about any of these Toyota 4Runner roof racks, please browse our website, text or call us at 833-205-7703, or email us at support@overlandjunction.com.
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