Toyota 4Runner Roof Racks
Shop Toyota 4Runner roof racks for every generation: 2025+ (6th Gen), 2010-2024 (5th Gen), 2003-2009 (4th Gen) and 1996-2002 (3rd Gen). We carry Prinsu, Sherpa Equipment Co., GOBI, Cali Raised LED, DV8 Offroad and Westin. Most racks bolt to the 4Runner's factory roof mounting points with no drilling. Pick your generation below, or compare load ratings and rack lengths before you buy.
▸ 4Runner roof racks by generation
| 4Runner | Roof racks we carry |
|---|---|
| 2025+ 6th Gen | Prinsu · Prinsu Pro · Sherpa Capitol · Sherpa Capitol Sport · Cali Raised Premium · DV8 Spec Series · Westin Mesa · GOBI Stealth · GOBI Ranger |
| 2010-2024 5th Gen | Prinsu Full Non-Drill · Prinsu 3/4 · Prinsu Pro · Sherpa Crestone · Sherpa Crestone Sport · Sherpa Needle (half rack) · Cali Raised Premium · GOBI Ranger · GOBI Stealth |
| 2003-2009 4th Gen | Prinsu Pro Full · Sherpa Princeton |
| 1996-2002 3rd Gen | Prinsu 3/4 · Prinsu Pro Full · Sherpa Matterhorn · Sherpa Matterhorn Sport · Sherpa Antero · Sherpa load bar system |
Roof racks are made for one 4Runner generation. A 2010-2024 rack is not listed to fit the 2025+ 4Runner, so shop by your model year.
▸ Compare popular 4Runner roof racks
| Rack | Fits | Length | Install | Load rating (dynamic / static)* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prinsu Full Non-Drill | 2010-2024 | Full | No drill | 600 / 1,000 lb |
| Prinsu 3/4 | 2010-2024 | 3/4 | Factory mounting points | 600 / 1,000 lb |
| Sherpa Crestone | 2010-2024 | Full | Drill-free | 300 / 700 lb |
| Sherpa Crestone Sport | 2010-2024 | Full | Drill-free | 150 / 400 lb |
| Sherpa Needle | 2010-2024 | Half | Drill-free | 200 lb rating |
| Prinsu Pro | 2025+ | Full | No drill, bolt-on | 700 / 1,200 lb |
| Sherpa Capitol | 2025+ | Full | No drill, bolt-on | 300 / 700 lb |
| GOBI Stealth | 2025+ | Full | No drilling | 300 lb max while driving |
*Ratings are each manufacturer's own. There is no shared industry test, so treat them as a guide rather than a head-to-head. "Dynamic" is the weight you carry while driving; "static" is parked, for example people sleeping in a rooftop tent. Your 4Runner's own roof limit also applies.
Want the deep dive on the two best sellers? Read Prinsu vs Sherpa: choosing the best 4Runner roof rack.
▸ 4Runner roof rack FAQ
What is the best roof rack for a 4Runner?
For a 2010-2024 4Runner, the Prinsu Full Non-Drill and Sherpa Crestone are our best sellers: both are full-length, drill-free and rated for a rooftop tent. For a 2025+ 4Runner, the Prinsu Pro is rated 700 lb dynamic / 1,200 lb static by Prinsu, the highest rating in the comparison above. For bikes, boards and lighter gear, the Sherpa Crestone Sport or a 3/4 or half rack saves weight.
Do I have to drill my 4Runner to install a roof rack?
No, not for the racks above. They bolt to the 4Runner's factory roof mounting points. On the 5th Gen, the factory roof rails come off for the Prinsu.
Will a roof rack block my sunroof?
Prinsu and Sherpa both say your sunroof keeps working with their 5th Gen racks. GOBI makes separate with-sunroof and without-sunroof versions, so pick the one that matches your 4Runner.
Full, 3/4 or half rack: which length do I need?
A full rack gives the most room for a rooftop tent, awning and recovery gear. A 3/4 rack leaves the rear of the roof open and is lighter. A half rack like the Sherpa Needle is the lowest-weight option for a light bar, a cargo box or boards.
Can I put a rooftop tent on a 4Runner roof rack?
Yes, on a rack rated for it. Choose a full-length rack with a high static rating, such as the Prinsu Full Non-Drill, Prinsu Pro or Sherpa Crestone. Sherpa doesn't recommend its Sport racks for heavy rooftop tents. Shop rooftop tents.
How do I reach gear on the roof?
Add a hatch ladder: the GOBI ladder for 2010-2024, the GOBI ladder for 2025+ or our 5th Gen 4Runner hatch ladder.
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