Toyota Surf Concept
By the Editorial Staff
March 24, 2026
Toyota's 4Runner TRD Surf Concept Hides a Secret That Hits All the Right Retro 'Runner Notes You might see a neat new 4Runner, but look closer-it's a two-door convertible? LAS VEGAS (Oct. 31, 2024) - Toyota proudly introduced the 4Runner TRD Surf Concept, a striking concept vehicle inspired by Southern California's vibrant surf culture, at the 2024 SEMA Show.
Built at the Toyota Motorsports Garage, the 4Runner TRD Surf Concept combines the rugged, open. The TRD Surf concept that will debut at the SEMA show next week sports a two. The Toyota 4Runner TRD Surf Concept brings some fun So.
WIth Toyota's Throwback 4Runner TRD Surf and CALTY Toyota Land Cruiser ROX Concepts both being factory-backed one-offs, neither vehicle is for sale. The 4Runner TRD Surf Concept is built on an all-new 2025 4Runner TRD Limited with a turbocharged 2.4-liter iForce four that makes a whopping (compared to 1981) 278 horsepower and 317 lb. The 4Runner TRD Surf Concept also highlights the collaborative spirit within Toyota, bringing together various departments such as TRD North Carolina, TMNA Production Engineering, Service Parts and Accessory Development (SPAD), AAP, and Motorsports and Engagement Marketing to bring this concept to life.
Toyota 4Runner TRD Surf Concept draws inspiration from an iconic time in history when the Toyota 4Runner became a staple at 80s So-Cal beaches, as surfers sought the perfect wave. The Toyota 4Runner TRD Surf Concept is one of the more unique designs, blending the styling of the original model with the aesthetic of the modern SUV. This distinctive concept was a throwback to the 1980s and Southern California's surfing legacy.
Toyota is heading to this year's SEMA show with an incredible two.