Brighten the Trail: The Best Lighting Upgrades for Your 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner

When you’re exploring at night or navigating remote Utah backroads, the right lighting setup can completely transform your confidence behind the wheel. At 4Runner Lifestyle, we carry a curated selection of premium lighting upgrades designed specifically for the 2010–2024 Toyota 4Runner. These products are tested in real overland conditions, easy to install, and built to handle the rugged terrain 4Runner owners love.

Below are some of the best lighting mods you can add to your build — all available right now on 4RunnerLifestyle.com.

1. Ditch Lights & Brackets – Wider Field of View

Recommended Products:

• Cali Raised LED Ditch Light Brackets (2010–2024)

• Cali Raised LED 3” Pods or Combo Pods

• Diode Dynamics SS3 Pods

Ditch lights are the easiest way to improve your night visibility. Mounting a pair of LED pods at a 45° angle lets you illuminate the sides of the trail, spot wildlife early, and see around tight corners on night drives. Pair the brackets with Cali Raised LED or Diode Dynamics SS3 pods for a super clean and OEM-plus lighting solution.

2. Fog Light Upgrades – Punch Through Dust, Snow & Fog

Recommended Products:

• Diode Dynamics SS3 Pro or Sport Fog Light Kit

• Morimoto XB LED Fog Lights

Upgrading your fog lights delivers one of the biggest improvements in poor-weather performance. The SS3 LED fog kitfrom Diode Dynamics plugs directly into the factory housings and offers SAE-compliant output, while the Morimoto XB LEDs add a crisp, modern look with long-lasting reliability.

3. Light Bars – Maximum Forward Output

Recommended Products:

• Cali Raised LED 42” or 52” Light Bar

• Cali Raised LED Light Bar Roof Mounts

A properly mounted roof light bar turns night into day. Cali Raised integrates seamlessly with Prinsu-style racks and factory roof lines. If you’re doing late-night desert runs or want a reliable backup when wheeling with a group, a roof light bar is one of the most effective additions you can make.

4. Rock Lights – Underbody Awareness

Recommended Product:

• Cali Raised LED Rock Light Kit

Rock lights give you visibility under the vehicle when crawling over obstacles or setting up camp after dark. These compact pods mount cleanly inside wheel wells and provide consistent downward lighting without attracting attention on the road.

5. Raptor Lights & Accent Lighting – Clean OEM+ Style

Recommended Products:

• 4Runner Lifestyle Raptor Light Kits (Multiple Options)

• 4Runner Lifestyle LED Interior Light Kits

For 4Runner owners who want extra safety and style, amber raptor lights add a signature look while increasing front-end visibility. Pair them with the LED interior kit to replace every dim factory bulb with bright, efficient LEDs.

Build With Confidence

Every lighting product on 4RunnerLifestyle.com is chosen for reliability, clean fitment, and real-world trail performance. Whether you’re building a full overland rig or just want better nighttime visibility, these upgrades deliver noticeable improvements right away.