Best Entry Level Lift Kits 6th Gen 4Runner

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Best Budget Lift Kits for the 2025+ 4Runner​


When picking an entry-level lift kit for the 6th Gen 4Runner, the first step is figuring out your goals. Do you want it to sit a little taller just for looks and daily driving? Or are you planning to take it off-road and need the geometry correction that helps with long-term suspension performance?

Budget kits often use preload collars or spacers so you can reuse your factory shocks. The trade-off is they don’t always correct geometry. Kits with upper control arms (UCAs) give you better alignment, better ball joint angles, and longer-term durability.

Height also matters. A modest lift of 2–2.5" keeps driving behavior closer to stock, while going 3" or more usually means adding diff drops, bump stop changes, or extra geometry parts. Knowing your budget and how much install effort you’re willing to put in helps narrow your options.

Peak Suspension – 2-Piece Summit Kit 2.25"​

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Peak’s Summit Kit is a great option that combines spacers and spring seat adapters while including UCAs for geometry correction. It’s one of the few that balances height with stability out of the box.
  • 2.25" front lift via top spacer + spring seat adapter
  • Includes tubular UCAs to maintain correct caster and allow more droop
  • Rear lift options of 1" or 2" spring spacers; direct bolt-on
Find it online: https://4runnermods.com/products/2-piece-summit-kit-2-25-6th-gen-4runner

Westcott Designs – Preload Collar Lift Kit​

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Westcott was one of the first to release a dedicated 6th Gen 4Runner lift, and this preload collar kit is designed to reuse your factory shocks while giving the truck a subtle but noticeable lift. It’s a clean setup that keeps ride quality close to stock.
  • 2.5" front, 1" rear (varies by trim)
  • Preload collar design with black anodized finish
  • No UCA required
Find it online: https://westcottdesigns.net/product/2025-toyota-4runner-preload-collar-lift-kit

Rough Country – 2.5" Leveling Lift Kit (72800)​

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Rough Country’s kit is designed for people who want a simple lift without too much fuss. It raises both front and rear by about 2.5" using spacers, maintaining a balanced look.
  • Spacer-based front + rear 2.5" lift
  • Uses factory shocks, no major modifications
  • Budget-conscious install for everyday use
Find it online: https://www.roughcountry.com/product/toyota-leveling-lift-kit-72800

ReadyLIFT – 2.5" SST Lift Kit​

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ReadyLIFT’s SST kit gives you a more entry-level lift with basic components. It’s a solid choice to just get a slightly better-looking stance.
  • 2.5" front, -1.5–2" rear lift
  • Comes with bump stop hardware
Find it online: https://www.readylift.com/2-5-sst-lift-kit-toyota-4runner-2025.html

Torq Engineering – 3" Lift Kit​

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Torq’s kit pushes the lift number up to 3", giving the 4Runner a more aggressive height. It’s a straightforward package designed for the 2025+ chassis.
  • 3" of lift
  • Spacer-based design with simpler install
  • Built specifically for 6G 4Runner geometry
Find it online: https://torq-engineering.com/products/torq-engineering-6th-gen-toyota-4runner-3-inch-lift-kit

Final Thoughts​

The 6th Gen 4Runner already has multiple credible budget lift kits showing up. Peak stands out by giving you height and geometry correction right out of the box. Westcott is your minimalist, collar-only route. Rough Country and Torq lean into simpler spacer lifts for easy installs. Choose based on your budget, how much time you want to spend installing, and how much off-road confidence you want built in from day one.
 

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