Toyota 4 Runner

How it looks when you see on the street: The rough and tumble Toyota 4Runner is unassuming and well suited for a big family trip to a low key destination. We took the 4Runner on a weeklong expedition to Martha’s Vineyard, where the boxy 4Runner fit in on the ferry ride, and felt understated and unassuming in keeping with the local vibes..

How it makes you feel when you get in: The 4Runner interior feels like a do-it-all in rolled up sleeves style SUV. It has just enough to go beyond utilitarian. The important stuff — like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard.

How it drives: It lacks some of the poise found in sturdier SUVs — meaning its not ready to take into the outback, but for getting a group of people from place to place in capable style its has a truck-like demeanor. Power is not its strong suit.

Space for people and things: It scores high marks for well-planned storage — we toted around beach things, large suitcases, and bags of groceries and all the accoutrements someone might need for a week at a country house.

How much does it cost: The 4Runner starts in the $40,000 range.