{"title":"3rd Gen 4Runner \u0026 Hilux Surf Front Grilles (96–02)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFront grilles and grill inserts for the 3rd Gen 4Runner \/ Hilux Surf (N180\/N185, 1996–2002). The front of a 3rd Gen is one of the most-modified areas — the factory grille is fine, but a TRD grille, a Satoshi insert, or a slotted\/mesh insert changes the whole face of the truck. Direct-fit to the factory grille opening, no fab work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery grille on this page is direct-fit for the 3rd Gen 4Runner \/ Hilux Surf, 1996–2002 (N180\/N185), covering KZN185, RZN185 and VZN185. Some inserts also fit late 2nd Gen (N130) — listings call out cross-fit where it applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's In This Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTRD grilles in matte black and finished black; Custom Satoshi-style slotted grill inserts (the modern overlanding look); Satoshi mesh grill inserts; OEM-style replacement grilles; and the Custom Toyota badge that finishes off a Satoshi build. All clip into the factory grille opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Surf Syndicate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Custom Satoshi grilles are an in-house design — we make them specifically for the 3rd Gen face. Every grille on this page has been fitted to a real truck before going live. NZ shipping, fast, and we'll send install photos if you're not sure how the clips sit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's a Satoshi grille?\u003c\/strong\u003e It's the trend named after Satoshi-san, a Japanese 4Runner owner who started the look — replacing the factory grille with a slotted\/mesh insert and a clean centre Toyota badge. Cleans up the front end massively.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo these clip in or bolt on?\u003c\/strong\u003e The grille assemblies (TRD, OEM-style) bolt to the factory grille mounting points. Inserts slide into the factory grille frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the OEM Toyota badge still fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — and many Satoshi builders prefer the Custom Toyota Badge (heritage script) over the factory oval emblem. Both are options on the site.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe right home for searches like '3rd gen 4runner satoshi grille', 'KZN185 TRD grille', 'hilux surf grille NZ', 'N185 mesh grill insert' and '4runner 1996-2002 grille upgrade'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop similar collections:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/2nd-gen-hilux-surf-front-grilles-1990-1995\"\u003e2nd Gen Front Grilles (90–95)\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/3rd-gen-4runner-hilux-surf-headlights-1996-2002\"\u003e3rd Gen Headlights (1996–2002)\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/3rd-gen-hilux-surf-bonnet-protectors-1996-2002\"\u003e3rd Gen Bonnet Protectors (1996–2002)\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/3rd-gen-4runner-hilux-surf-stickers-decals-1996-2002\"\u003e3rd Gen Stickers \u0026amp; Decals (96–02)\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/3rd-gen-4runner-hilux-surf-body-panels-1996-2002\"\u003e3rd Gen Body Panels (96–02)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"3rd-gen-toyota-tacoma-style-grill","title":"TRD Grill l 3rd Gen 96 - 02","description":"\u003cp\u003eUpgrade your vehicles front end with the US market TRD Style Grill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect swap in part to replace your stock grill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuits all 1996 - 2002 3rd Generation Hilux Surf \u0026amp; 4Runner models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note this is a special order item and comes directly from our supplier. Shipping usually takes around 2 weeks. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Surf Syndicate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42353954193566,"sku":"TRD-3RG","price":443.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/3280\/3230\/products\/41_480x480_e2050cc6-3057-49a8-ba74-26b7fd05c0b9.webp?v=1673992990"},{"product_id":"custom-slotted-grill-insert-l-2nd-3rd-gen-89-02","title":"Custom Satoshi Mesh Grill Insert l 2nd \u0026 3rd Gen 89 - 02","description":"\u003cp\u003eCustomise your stock Hilux Surf or 4Runner grill with a custom mesh grill insert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuits the 2nd Gen, and the Pre-Facelift 96-98 3rd Gen Hilux Surf or 4Runner, simply cut out the old middle section, fill and paint the holes, then cable tie with cable tie mounts to the inside of the grill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a 1000mm x 330mm sheet for self trimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom Toyota Badge available \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.surfsyndicate.co.nz\/products\/custom-toyota-badge\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a helpful instructional video, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/ph5E2p4iW_k\" title=\"Custom Surf Grill Instructional Video\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick Here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Surf Syndicate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43073276018846,"sku":"SATOSHI-MESH1","price":53.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/3280\/3230\/files\/15197205798007D4bkYdgh8.jpg?v=1704935949"},{"product_id":"custom-mesh-grill-insert-l-2nd-3rd-gen-89-02","title":"Custom Satoshi Mesh Grill Insert \u0026 Badge l 2nd \u0026 3rd Gen 89 - 02","description":"\u003cp\u003eCustomise your stock Hilux Surf or 4Runner grill with a custom mesh grill insert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuits the 2nd Gen, and the Pre-Facelift 96-98 3rd Gen Hilux Surf or 4Runner, simply cut out the old middle section, fill and paint the holes, then cable tie with cable tie mounts to the inside of the grill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a 1000mm x 330mm sheet for self trimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a helpful instructional video, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/ph5E2p4iW_k\" title=\"Custom Surf Grill Instructional Video\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick Here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Surf Syndicate","offers":[{"title":"Mesh Only","offer_id":43073271988382,"sku":"SATOSHI-MESH","price":59.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mesh \u0026 Toyota Badge","offer_id":43073272021150,"sku":"SATOSHI-MESH-BADGE","price":109.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/3280\/3230\/files\/15197205798007D4bkYdgh8_4eb3193c-1c52-420c-bc96-4ab8ee98f5d0.jpg?v=1704936348"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.surfsyndicate.co.nz\/collections\/3rd-gen-4runner-hilux-surf-front-grilles-1996-2002.oembed","provider":"Surf Syndicate","version":"1.0","type":"link"}