I got my 07 2.7l regular cab 5 speed manual 4x4 with 90k miles on it all original oem parts in almost new condition I really got lucky finding it I got it as a work truck slash weekend Warrior truck for light trails iv regeared mine procharged it long tube Header full Exhaust with a old school Exhaust cut out so I can be Quiet at night pulling in the driveway or if a kid in a ricer is being a Annoying I can open it right off the Header to Dround them out plus I wasn't stupid about my biuld I talk to Professionals got it tuned right and it even passes smog emissions putting a little over 200hp and 214 foot pounds of Torque on the Dino I can that a win for the little tacoma oh and it's got front and rear arb air lockers and soon a arb front bumper and gana add a winch and install my cb from my old big rig on it too 😊
I have the 4cyl with a manual trans, I race to keep up with regular traffic. Coming from a 5.7 hemi, there’s a ‘slight’ power difference. Reliability and cost is what motivated me to make the change.
SAME LOL I just got my 2021 Sr5 4 cylinder & man this thing struggles but the fuel is great but there has to be a better balance to get more power & still have good milage ?? IM LOOKIG FOR A TUNE ON THIS ONE
I’m on my second 4 cylinder 4x4 atm and I love it . The power disadvantage doesn’t bother me in the least , I’m going to drive this truck into the ground
Yes Scotty needs to retire good mechanic I assume but his voice gets me riled up besides I have own Datsun and Nissan 4x4 no comparison to Toyota is you due regular maint and service our 02 Camry over 300,000 4 cylinder ticking but runs great and milage about 30 mpg👍👍🇺🇲🪖
I find driving the 2.7l is this back to the future feeling . It’s like Driving in a 1990s Toyota truck in ways but in a new truck. For me it’s the experience and feeling of the old feel in a new truck . Why I favor the 2.7 in ways . Had both
The 4 cylinder models don’t come with a factory hitch because it’s not intended to be used for towing. The V6 has almost double the available HP. Reasons to get the I-4 vs the v6 are 1) lower cost 2) slightly better fuel economy 3) reliability.
Yeah true about the tow hitch but I would have to disagree with fuel economy and reliability. From my experience I have owned both the 4 and the 6 and the 4 struggles to accelerate when needed; free way, passing people, up hills and this results in the Gas mileage being basally the same. For reliability it the v6 doesn’t struggle and this could result in it being more reliable down the line. Either way both are the same truck and the best truck by far
@@TheUnrestricted I agree the 4 banger struggles more compared to the V6. Definitely its biggest shortcoming. At the end of day both are great trucks and sure to last many years
@@gaelarreguin5508 I say it depends how and where you drive. I've driven my 4 cylinder 4x4 in a variety of conditions including off-road and do not tow with it so I can probably give you a pretty good idea of what to expect. Overall I average 24 mpg. How do plan to be using your truck?
I own a 21 4cyl automatic transmission. After 20,000 miles my mpg improved quite a bit. City driving in a hilly city 17-20mpg. Flat roads commuting 32-33 mpg. Reliability is priceless for these truck 2,7s and the transmissions. I commute in Los Angeles county which is hard on all vehicles. I have never burned any oil.
Just note that a 1 mile test will not give any kind of meaningful fuel mileage. It just gave you the amount of fuel needed to initially move the vehicle. According to Toyota the 4cylinder gets 1 to 2 mpg better gas mileage when compared to the same trim level. Else I liked your video.
I just wish they offered the 4cyl with the crew cab 4x4 :( I know the economy isn't any better and the power is definitely worse, but it's a simpler and more proven design that I feel like is in the Legendary Toyota Reliability tier compared with the newer and more complex v6 that is probably just Regular Reliable tier.
i went back home approx 240miles and did around 70-80mph the entire trip! i was able to get 23.7 mpg with my 4 cylinder engine i do have a tri fold soft top cover which i think helped !
Contrary to popular belief, tonneau covers are negligible at best when it comes to gas mileage if not worse. There's a pocket of air on the bed that helps with aerodynamics. With a cover on, that pocket is gone and the air starts to push down on the cover.
'19 4cyl here. My average MPG is about 20.5, with slightly more city than highway driving. The v6 was very appealing, but almost 5mpg difference for a daily commuter was the deciding factor.
I have a 2006 sr5 with the 4.0 I get almost 21 mpg, being a daily driver. I'm pleased do far. I still have a 2002 Tahoe 4x4 with 5.3 which gets about 17 mpg,
I have the 3.5 and it’s fantastic. Everyone whining about that it’s open deck and fangirling over the old 4.0 are funny because the 4.0 was open deck too and was extremely reliable.
I had a '16 SR5 2wd 2.7 with 6ft box. Its the truck I WANTED. Unfortunately the transmission pissed me off so much i traded it. That little motor did fine, it was gaps in the gear ratios, up shifting so early, and cruise control that I couldnt stand. I even put 4.88 gears in it. I pulled 2500lb's across country with it, it did fine.
im not sure if this is the case for the transmission in the Tacoma but modern automatics are pretty much 100% controlled by electronics so you could have somebody remap the transmission computer to cure its annoying behavior This is common practice with the ZF Automatics you find in most European Cars
I have a 2.7 and my son has the v6. I can average 20mpg in town and over 24mpg on interstate as long as I stay around 80. At 70 mpg it drops to 22mpg. I don’t know why but mine is the 2.7 5speed manual. My son gets 15mpg in town and 16 on interstate. He does have a lift kit with 33’s though.
I've had 2 occasions where I've done 1 and a half hour drives with my 2021 4 cylinder tacoma and got 33mpg both ways. I have pictures for proof because i could hardly believe it myself. I'd like to see the v6 do that
@@wyattsyverson8603 my average city driving goes between 19-25 depending on how many lights I hit and how i decide to drive that day. My city is bremerton, wa. Not a city like seattle, of course
I have an 07 4 cyl with 180k miles and it purrs like a kitten. Kitten power too though. I love it. Will probably own it till it dies (will never happen lol)
I think if you get a 4cyl it should automatically come with a 5 speed manual I know that's not possible anymore but in2017 when I got my sr it was and option I personally think the 4 with the stick is definitely a great combination
I love my 2.7L 2020 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 I'd say a V6 if you really planning on having a bunch of gear like an overland build kinda deal If you don't need all that or plan on it then you'll probably be really happy with a 4cl Either way can't go wrong with a Yota 🤘🏽
I have a 2nd gen tacoma 4x4 2.7l and i get 21 to 22 mpg, calculated exactly by an app I use. Point is, i drive mostly highway, but its a highway in northeast pa that is one of the steepest grades from sea level to 1900 ft and its 40 miles of climing hills and i drive 75 to 80 mph each way (thats not an exaggeration, the post limit is 65) and my rpms are steady as 2200 to 2500 going 75 to 80, occasionally if i try to maintain 75 up some of the steeper hills it will get into a gear where the rpms will spike to 3000 to 3200 never higher than that. I also change my oil every 4500 to 5000k miles (idc if its excessive as its the most important thing to me) my truck has 145k miles. Ive done all the maintenance myself. Recently to include swapping the old 140k miles suspension for a 3rd gen trd offroad suspension with only 5k miles for 200 bucks, that included front struts, rear shocks, ucas, and rear leaf springs n i bought new sway bar links cause they were 30 bucks a piece why not while im taking em off and it rides amazing compared to what it was. Also lifted the rear about 2 inches n the front an inch, so it has a very stock 3rd gen look to it n ride quality its like ur in a 3rd gen, n my gf has a 2020 sx so i know what a stock 3rd gen drives like lol, im telling ya its amazing esp for 200 bucks. Ive also changed every fluid when i bought it at 110k miles ive kept up with this, n just recently 145k did the difs n tranfer case and a drain and fill for trans to keep it fresh im going to continue that trend every other oil change, prob worthless but whatever. Its been in north east pa for almost 10 years and its in great shape for a vehicle up here. Toyota did a great job on this frame
I had 2002 Prerunner double cab 4 banger. Thinking about getting 2023 4x4 4 cylinder at the end of the year. I love that I can do all the maintenance and minor repairs on the 4 banger.
I test drove a 2012 4cyl tacoma...I drive a 05 nissan frontier with the v6...the difference felt much bigger, and that was with the Tacoma being a 2wd and my frontier being 4wd. I still wouldn't preclude buying a 4cyl but v6 feels much nicer.
I would say to get an accurate measurement of MPG fuel economy you would need to log more miles. If you put the 4 cylinder in sport 4 mode and ECT the performance will be much better.. Do you own both?
@@MrTacoma oh yeah that’s no good, the 4cyld sounds the same as the V6. I would say go compare it to another Tacoma. Ask them to turn it on and see if it sounds any different.
Some questions; Was tire diameter the same for both trucks? V6 looked to have TRD pro wheels? Which means a taller ratio. The V6 appeared to have half a tank of gas more than the 4cyl, which is a good amount of weight, which affects performance. At what distance did the trucks cross the finish line? 1 car length isn't much at 1/4 mile, but 1 car length is a lot at 1/8 mile
This video was OK but let me desiring more. I would’ve liked to of seen the four cylinders Dash during the drag race, as well as know how far the race was.
@@TheUnrestricted Thanks, I’m probably going to get a new Tacoma SR double cab 4 cylinder. I’m not looking for something really expensive, I just need a a truck with a bed and that’s reliable so Toyota it is.
@@Genesis12nivana I think it could because it leaves a trail. My warranty is out. I would suggest an ODB Pedal Monster which does not void the warranty. If you need service just remove the Pedal Monster from the ODB. Watch videos on it.
Had a 1999 SR-5 4X4 Extra cab with he 2.7L I 4 and 5 speed manual. It finally died at 376,000 miles. Going up the steep mountain grades, my motto was "Yep! I only have 4 cylinders!" Replaced it with a 2021 double cab SR 4X4. I really wanted a 6 speed manual but it is only available in the $45,000 TRD
@@ThefuckyallLookingAt Was going to. But. The bottom end was also worn. Was going to re engine it and keep it for a trail rig. Someone offered to buy it so I sold it
Thanks for your input. FYI my 2016 DoubleCab. v6 I just great. Mpg varies but I re on highway is around 17-18 and around town varies.. right now city says 19.1 but I was babying the pedal.
The “truck doesn’t roll backward with a trailer” is interesting. Is it to test the hill start assist function? I felt this capability is sorely weak, every morning I have to start up a hill and the truck does not hold itself.
@@TheUnrestricted I’m debating whether to buy Taco 4cyl 4x4 double cab, or 6cyl or wait for Tundra next gen...wondering if it’ll be more fuel efficient. If it isn’t, I’ll go w naturally-aspirated Taco (not a fan of turbo).
@@luvslogistics1725 I’m sure the next gen tundra will have better fuel economy as there even introducing hybrids before 2025. But for me Tacoma is a win over the tundra any day
I have a 2017 tacoma sr with a 4cyl 5 speed I've found it to be quite peppy if you use your gears right I have know trouble getting up on the highway once there I usually set the cruse control bad knees but if I don't use it and don't keep my eyes on the speedometer I've found myself creating up near ninty and the tac is around 2500 so am very happy with mine I had a second gen TRD sport beautiful truck but that 6 cyl was a gas eater I actually could watch the gas Guage dropping
I simply need the 3.5L V6. If the 3rd gen Tacoma would of had the Camry or RAV 209 horsepower, I probably would’ve chosen the 4cyl instead, but the 159 horsepower was simply too Underwhelming and Underpowered for my needs
@@digitalconsciousness I waited a month for mine. Talk to a dealer and tell them to put you on a waitlist and you pay a $500 deposit that’s refundable.
Now try that in a manual 😉. My little 4 cyl 4x4 stomped both 2022 V6 Tacoma and V8 automatic Tundra in a 1/4, they caught up at 1/2 mile but it’s about the shifting. Man vs computer wins every time.
Hi early, those are bad fuel economy nu.bers and ratings. There are more efficient vehicles out there that aren't limited handicapped, some are even V8 engines. I think Toyota could do alot better on their mpgs.
I think since the truck is a 4 door truck. It should have a 6 cylinder engine. And a manual transmission or an automatic transmission depending on your preference instead of Toyota doing the decision for you. Because I don't want an automatic transmission. I want to decide what gear I'm in. The shifting of the gears is my problem. I don't mind.
I just bought a new 2022 4 cylinder, .54 I like the cheaper trucks grill better with just the Toyota emblem and I like the body better without those fender flares! LOL the 6 barely beat the 4!
Love the video. I was able to get my 2019 tacoma 4cyl up to 28mpg doing 55mph in sportmode 5 (stopping it from going into overdrive) Florida No Hills :)
An old lady in her Prius smoked me off the line in my 2017 4cyl 5 speed 4x4. She wasn’t even trying and I was 😂. The 4cyl 5 speed is horrible. My 2010 4cyl automatic transmission was way faster
I want smaller vehicle, reliability, power, and fuel economy. Mpg isn’t that impressive for either. I guess so much for fuel economy then lol. I wish they sold a two door tundra. I would get that in an instant!! The tundras they got now are just too big. Tacoma looks difficult to get into though. I want power because I’m tired of being tailgated when I get into the highway. I have a 4 cylinder now. I was gonna go EV this time but I was interested in the Chevy bolt and well… you know that story lol. Now I guess I gotta stick with a good Ol fashion gas engine. But something easy to work on myself perhaps. Not a car fix it guy but the car I have now is almost impossible to understand and too tight. Is the v8 engine on a tundra easy to mess with? I’m talking like fluid changes like coolant, transmission, engine oil etc. basic maintenance changes etc. I look at my vehicle now and just say to myself I will take it to the dealer instead lol. That was the reason why I wanted to go EV. NO maintenance needed they say.
I get 24-25mpg on the highway with my v6. 22mpg around town, it really depends on how you drive it. Pretty easy to get into, seats sit low. My 75yr old mom can get in with no problems, two replacement knees. The truck is amazing and would recommend it to anyone.
@@TheUnrestricted I’m just saying, if you are going to race the two, why not put them both into sport and ect pwr modes? It changes performance by a lot, not saying the 4cyl would win just off of that but it just shows more of what both trucks would actually do if someone was in that situation. Other than that I liked the video.
@@jonhyromero2985 just the tow hitch. No intercooler. Go 100 miles daily and no issues with overheating. 4th gear, ect, 3000rpms, 55mpg. Want to get a 250 though.
2018?? I’m looking at buying a 18ft bay boat. Weighs around 1400 not sure about the trailer but I’m wanting to get one but have doubts about what this slow ass truck is capable of 😅
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I have a 2003 4X4 Tacoma with the 2.7. It has 117K miles. I bought it new and intent on keeping it for another 10 years, at least.
I put 215K miles on my 2007 four cylinder 5-speed stick and the kid I sold it to is still driving it - five years later.
Wow yes thats great
I have the 09 version, second owner at 263k, runs well
Great looking to buy one with 185k for my son as a first truck
I got my 07 2.7l regular cab 5 speed manual 4x4 with 90k miles on it all original oem parts in almost new condition I really got lucky finding it I got it as a work truck slash weekend Warrior truck for light trails iv regeared mine procharged it long tube Header full Exhaust with a old school Exhaust cut out so I can be Quiet at night pulling in the driveway or if a kid in a ricer is being a Annoying I can open it right off the Header to Dround them out plus I wasn't stupid about my biuld I talk to Professionals got it tuned right and it even passes smog emissions putting a little over 200hp and 214 foot pounds of Torque on the Dino I can that a win for the little tacoma oh and it's got front and rear arb air lockers and soon a arb front bumper and gana add a winch and install my cb from my old big rig on it too 😊
I just bought a 20 Tacoma SR UP 4x2 with the 2.7. It only has 77k miles. I was a little scared to buy the 24 with the turbo engine.
I have the 4cyl with a manual trans, I race to keep up with regular traffic. Coming from a 5.7 hemi, there’s a ‘slight’ power difference. Reliability and cost is what motivated me to make the change.
Great change man. You’ll thank yourself long term for sure
@David Metcalf 😳 You really think so? That sounds lit! Have you clocked a 0-6 time?
the manual is a great choice too
SAME LOL I just got my 2021 Sr5 4 cylinder & man this thing struggles but the fuel is great but there has to be a better balance to get more power & still have good milage ?? IM LOOKIG FOR A TUNE ON THIS ONE
@@cexy63s Should’ve got the v6
I’m on my second 4 cylinder 4x4 atm and I love it . The power disadvantage doesn’t bother me in the least , I’m going to drive this truck into the ground
Yes I would too
I'm Happy to hear that. I know that engine is a great engine.
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How does the four cylinder do with 4x4 package? Would it be good for snowy conditions??
@@owenchabot It was ok in the snow but not the best in off road conditions where you'd need more torque
This guy has much better content than many so-called "car gurus".. really appreciate the features you considered for comparison.
Thanks man I appreciate that
Yes Scotty needs to retire good mechanic I assume but his voice gets me riled up besides I have own Datsun and Nissan 4x4 no comparison to Toyota is you due regular maint and service our 02 Camry over 300,000 4 cylinder ticking but runs great and milage about 30 mpg👍👍🇺🇲🪖
I find driving the 2.7l is this back to the future feeling . It’s like
Driving in a 1990s Toyota truck in ways but in a new truck. For me it’s the experience and feeling of the old feel in a new truck . Why I favor the 2.7 in ways . Had both
The 4 cylinder models don’t come with a factory hitch because it’s not intended to be used for towing. The V6 has almost double the available HP. Reasons to get the I-4 vs the v6 are 1) lower cost 2) slightly better fuel economy 3) reliability.
Yeah true about the tow hitch but I would have to disagree with fuel economy and reliability. From my experience I have owned both the 4 and the 6 and the 4 struggles to accelerate when needed; free way, passing people, up hills and this results in the Gas mileage being basally the same. For reliability it the v6 doesn’t struggle and this could result in it being more reliable down the line. Either way both are the same truck and the best truck by far
@@TheUnrestricted I agree the 4 banger struggles more compared to the V6. Definitely its biggest shortcoming. At the end of day both are great trucks and sure to last many years
@@Honeybadger_525 agreed mate
im a bout to buy a 4 cylender 2021
i need it for work i dont like running like crazy and whant to save gas what do u guys recomend v4 or v6?
@@gaelarreguin5508 I say it depends how and where you drive. I've driven my 4 cylinder 4x4 in a variety of conditions including off-road and do not tow with it so I can probably give you a pretty good idea of what to expect. Overall I average 24 mpg. How do plan to be using your truck?
I own a 21 4cyl automatic transmission. After 20,000 miles my mpg improved quite a bit. City driving in a hilly city 17-20mpg. Flat roads commuting 32-33 mpg. Reliability is priceless for these truck 2,7s and the transmissions. I commute in Los Angeles county which is hard on all vehicles. I have never burned any oil.
hm intresting
Good video! 2.7l is not to go fast but for reliability and to carry items in your bed box, fun truck for any daily driver.
The 2.7 will last forever with only oil changes. I have proof sitting in my driveway. Consider that when buying.
True
You know the 4cyl wasn’t nearly as far off as most people make it out to be. I mean it kept up pretty well.
Yeah that’s true
@@TheUnrestrictedyeah I was thinking it would’ve lost but like 5 bus lengths
Just note that a 1 mile test will not give any kind of meaningful fuel mileage. It just gave you the amount of fuel needed to initially move the vehicle. According to Toyota the 4cylinder gets 1 to 2 mpg better gas mileage when compared to the same trim level. Else I liked your video.
But also, due to technology of the d4s, the v6 gets the same mileage on the highway
I just wish they offered the 4cyl with the crew cab 4x4 :( I know the economy isn't any better and the power is definitely worse, but it's a simpler and more proven design that I feel like is in the Legendary Toyota Reliability tier compared with the newer and more complex v6 that is probably just Regular Reliable tier.
4 cylinder has less parts than the 6 cylinder engine which makes them easier and cheaper to maintain long term.
Hmm good point
It’s also an iron block and considered to be industrial grade.
I get my 2023 4 cylinder 6 speed automatic double cab in 15 days .. I can’t wait
ooooo nice
i went back home approx 240miles and did around 70-80mph the entire trip! i was able to get 23.7 mpg with my 4 cylinder engine i do have a tri fold soft top cover which i think helped !
Contrary to popular belief, tonneau covers are negligible at best when it comes to gas mileage if not worse. There's a pocket of air on the bed that helps with aerodynamics. With a cover on, that pocket is gone and the air starts to push down on the cover.
Tonneau cover helps especially in windy conditions. Gas mileage improved slightly as well on hwy.
'19 4cyl here. My average MPG is about 20.5, with slightly more city than highway driving. The v6 was very appealing, but almost 5mpg difference for a daily commuter was the deciding factor.
I have a 2006 sr5 with the 4.0 I get almost 21 mpg, being a daily driver. I'm pleased do far. I still have a 2002 Tahoe 4x4 with 5.3 which gets about 17 mpg,
I have the 3.5 and it’s fantastic. Everyone whining about that it’s open deck and fangirling over the old 4.0 are funny because the 4.0 was open deck too and was extremely reliable.
Yeah true l!
I had a '16 SR5 2wd 2.7 with 6ft box. Its the truck I WANTED. Unfortunately the transmission pissed me off so much i traded it. That little motor did fine, it was gaps in the gear ratios, up shifting so early, and cruise control that I couldnt stand. I even put 4.88 gears in it. I pulled 2500lb's across country with it, it did fine.
Heck yeah that’s amazing
im not sure if this is the case for the transmission in the Tacoma but modern automatics are pretty much 100% controlled by electronics so you could have somebody remap the transmission computer to cure its annoying behavior
This is common practice with the ZF Automatics you find in most European Cars
@@alouisschafer7212 oh damn I didn’t know that. We’ll have to look into it
This was the comment I needed i travel for work and wanted a decent size camper
I'm also Akram and I. Also a Toyota fan boy. Mostly 4runners though. 4.0 isn't dead or weak. It's the how the 5 speed transmission is tunned
I have a 2.7 and my son has the v6. I can average 20mpg in town and over 24mpg on interstate as long as I stay around 80. At 70 mpg it drops to 22mpg. I don’t know why but mine is the 2.7 5speed manual. My son gets 15mpg in town and 16 on interstate. He does have a lift kit with 33’s though.
I've had 2 occasions where I've done 1 and a half hour drives with my 2021 4 cylinder tacoma and got 33mpg both ways. I have pictures for proof because i could hardly believe it myself. I'd like to see the v6 do that
Got a 2022 with the v6 and I’ve averaged 28-30 on some highway drives. City mileage really suffers tho and struggles to push 20
That's what I thought. The 4 should definitely get better gas mileage especially on the highway. Good info. Thanks.
@@wyattsyverson8603 my average city driving goes between 19-25 depending on how many lights I hit and how i decide to drive that day. My city is bremerton, wa. Not a city like seattle, of course
Your full of crap that 4 cylinder load has no power with worse highway mileage then the 6
@@jackcarter6412 you obviously don't know how to drive
I have an 07 4 cyl with 180k miles and it purrs like a kitten. Kitten power too though. I love it. Will probably own it till it dies (will never happen lol)
Best thing you could do!
I think if you get a 4cyl it should automatically come with a 5 speed manual I know that's not possible anymore but in2017 when I got my sr it was and option I personally think the 4 with the stick is definitely a great combination
I agree brk
Agreed. I just bought a '23 2.7, and if a manual was an option I would have gone for it.
@GuitarAudiologist any trouble merging on freeway ?
Just bought a 4 banger 4x2 tss off-road package. It has the look of the v6 Tacoma but obviously not the power
The V6 can tow 6400lbs if you have 4WD. It’s 6800 if you have 2wd
Super in depth!
Thanks bro
I love my 2.7L 2020 Toyota Tacoma 4x4
I'd say a V6 if you really planning on having a bunch of gear like an overland build kinda deal
If you don't need all that or plan on it then you'll probably be really happy with a 4cl
Either way can't go wrong with a Yota 🤘🏽
I have a 2nd gen tacoma 4x4 2.7l and i get 21 to 22 mpg, calculated exactly by an app I use. Point is, i drive mostly highway, but its a highway in northeast pa that is one of the steepest grades from sea level to 1900 ft and its 40 miles of climing hills and i drive 75 to 80 mph each way (thats not an exaggeration, the post limit is 65) and my rpms are steady as 2200 to 2500 going 75 to 80, occasionally if i try to maintain 75 up some of the steeper hills it will get into a gear where the rpms will spike to 3000 to 3200 never higher than that.
I also change my oil every 4500 to 5000k miles (idc if its excessive as its the most important thing to me) my truck has 145k miles. Ive done all the maintenance myself. Recently to include swapping the old 140k miles suspension for a 3rd gen trd offroad suspension with only 5k miles for 200 bucks, that included front struts, rear shocks, ucas, and rear leaf springs n i bought new sway bar links cause they were 30 bucks a piece why not while im taking em off and it rides amazing compared to what it was. Also lifted the rear about 2 inches n the front an inch, so it has a very stock 3rd gen look to it n ride quality its like ur in a 3rd gen, n my gf has a 2020 sx so i know what a stock 3rd gen drives like lol, im telling ya its amazing esp for 200 bucks.
Ive also changed every fluid when i bought it at 110k miles ive kept up with this, n just recently 145k did the difs n tranfer case and a drain and fill for trans to keep it fresh im going to continue that trend every other oil change, prob worthless but whatever.
Its been in north east pa for almost 10 years and its in great shape for a vehicle up here. Toyota did a great job on this frame
Wow loved that man thanks for the insight!
I had 2002 Prerunner double cab 4 banger. Thinking about getting 2023 4x4 4 cylinder at the end of the year. I love that I can do all the maintenance and minor repairs on the 4 banger.
2015 4 banger. No tow all go.
I got a 2021. V6 tacoma. I get avg 23 mpg. Wife’s heavy foot gets 21.
93 octane only use. I live it so far.
Why are you wasting money on 93 octane when the truck is designed and tuned to run on 87 octane? You get no benefits, you're just paying more.
You idiot you aren’t supposed to use 93,You supposed to use 87. 93 will do more harm than good 🤦♂️
@@oldscratch3535 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
I test drove a 2012 4cyl tacoma...I drive a 05 nissan frontier with the v6...the difference felt much bigger, and that was with the Tacoma being a 2wd and my frontier being 4wd. I still wouldn't preclude buying a 4cyl but v6 feels much nicer.
I have some 17” all terrain tires on a 4 cylinder 2018 Tacoma. Do you think if I downgraded the tires I would get more power and better mileage
I think with any vehicle having bigger tiers is gonna negatively affect the gas mileage.
I would say to get an accurate measurement of MPG fuel economy you would need to log more miles. If you put the 4 cylinder in sport 4 mode and ECT the performance will be much better.. Do you own both?
Yes I do. And there are too many factors to get a perfect reading so this is just a close estimate.
@@TheUnrestricted Does your 2.7 4 cylinder idle a little rough?
@@MrTacoma rough? No not really, and with that one we tow a lot on it with an after market tow package and it runs great .
@@TheUnrestricted mine is idleing like a tractor
@@MrTacoma oh yeah that’s no good, the 4cyld sounds the same as the V6. I would say go compare it to another Tacoma. Ask them to turn it on and see if it sounds any different.
V4 . I floor it , the engine is screaming, but it took 7 business days to 60 😂😂😂. The V6 still slow I feel no power. I went back to Gen2 V6 😀
It's called a I4 engine not a V4 because they are uncommon
My SR5 is a 4 cylinder it gets the job done for me thanks Stay safe 👍👍👍
I agree
Some questions; Was tire diameter the same for both trucks? V6 looked to have TRD pro wheels? Which means a taller ratio.
The V6 appeared to have half a tank of gas more than the 4cyl, which is a good amount of weight, which affects performance.
At what distance did the trucks cross the finish line? 1 car length isn't much at 1/4 mile, but 1 car length is a lot at 1/8 mile
Thanks.
Same size wheels.
It was about 1/5 mile
@@TheUnrestricted Thanks. You would think the difference between them would be a lot more.
Putting some respect on that 4 cylinder 😅
This video was OK but let me desiring more. I would’ve liked to of seen the four cylinders Dash during the drag race, as well as know how far the race was.
true
Great Video!!!
I am looking to borrow money to get one of those🥰
oh hm ok
Just got a new SR5 2wd long bed double cab and for the last two weeks 75% highway 25% city and average 21mpg. Not that bad but it’s completely stock
Oh wow 😯
Is that good? My truck has only 600 miles it’s still breaking in. Hopefully it gets better and not worse
Yeah that’s pretty good
Tacoma is the best truck!
Like if you agree
Edited: TACO GNG
The most I can pull is 5600 and I just purchased a camper dry weight of 4125. Should I be fine if I put a few things inside the camper when pulling?
How are the automatic transmissions in these newer tacomas? are they reliable? Any issues?
So far there great
@@TheUnrestricted Thanks, I’m probably going to get a new Tacoma SR double cab 4 cylinder. I’m not looking for something really expensive, I just need a a truck with a bed and that’s reliable so Toyota it is.
My 4 cyl tacoma 2 wheel drive averages 25 mpg and on long trips 29 mpg. I suggest having your tacoma professionally tuned.
Oooo wow
Does it void the warranty on a new vehicle
@@Genesis12nivana I think it could because it leaves a trail. My warranty is out. I would suggest an ODB Pedal Monster which does not void the warranty. If you need service just remove the Pedal Monster from the ODB. Watch videos on it.
Had a 1999 SR-5 4X4 Extra cab with he 2.7L I 4 and 5 speed manual. It finally died at 376,000 miles. Going up the steep mountain grades, my motto was "Yep! I only have 4 cylinders!" Replaced it with a 2021 double cab SR 4X4. I really wanted a 6 speed manual but it is only available in the $45,000 TRD
How did it die at 376k?
@@ThefuckyallLookingAt Blown head gasket
@@bernieeod57 How come you didn’t repair it?
@@ThefuckyallLookingAt Was going to. But. The bottom end was also worn. Was going to re engine it and keep it for a trail rig. Someone offered to buy it so I sold it
@@ThefuckyallLookingAt And yes. Part of me regrets it
Thanks for your input. FYI my 2016 DoubleCab. v6 I just great. Mpg varies but I re on highway is around 17-18 and around town varies.. right now city says 19.1 but I was babying the pedal.
Ah ok great thank you
The “truck doesn’t roll backward with a trailer” is interesting. Is it to test the hill start assist function? I felt this capability is sorely weak, every morning I have to start up a hill and the truck does not hold itself.
Came here to say this. The rollback test is meaningless because both trucks hold the brakes on hills.
Good video & good job
Thanks
Towing capacity on the v6 is above 6000 pounds and I believe you said 5k
Upwards of five he said, not very accurate but not wrong.
When you tested them w trailer, the V4 was almost empty on fuel. The V6 had half a tank.
What’s the difference, car doesn’t run any stronger or weaker.
@@TheUnrestricted true but weight of fuel...sorry if being a stickler
@@luvslogistics1725 yeah maybe but won’t be that big a difference. And it’s all good we just having fun
@@TheUnrestricted I’m debating whether to buy Taco 4cyl 4x4 double cab, or 6cyl or wait for Tundra next gen...wondering if it’ll be more fuel efficient. If it isn’t, I’ll go w naturally-aspirated Taco (not a fan of turbo).
@@luvslogistics1725 I’m sure the next gen tundra will have better fuel economy as there even introducing hybrids before 2025. But for me Tacoma is a win over the tundra any day
4 banger is the way to go less shit to break. The look is basically the same. You have Toyota dependability at a cheaper price.
Keep up the good work 👊
Appreciate it
I would get a second gen V6, but the new 3.5L doesn't do it for me. I'm keeping an eye out for a 2-3rd gen I4 Manual or V6, or a 3rd gen i4.
I just bought a 2.7 2019 I like it
11/10 video
I have a V6 trd sport 6 speed manual. It feels under powered as it is. I'd hate to see how the 4 feels like... oh the V6 can tow 6400 not just 5000
It's painfully slow and it makes regret even getting it in the first place
@@DanielSanchez72094 What do you have 4 or 6 cylinder?
I have a 2017 tacoma sr with a 4cyl 5 speed I've found it to be quite peppy if you use your gears right I have know trouble getting up on the highway once there I usually set the cruse control bad knees but if I don't use it and don't keep my eyes on the speedometer I've found myself creating up near ninty and the tac is around 2500 so am very happy with mine I had a second gen TRD sport beautiful truck but that 6 cyl was a gas eater I actually could watch the gas Guage dropping
I love my 4 cyl but I can’t get on freeways for too long cause I feel like it’s too slow for traffic
True
777th like 👍🏼!
Toyota, best truck ever.
Thanks much appreciated
Wait what year is that 4cyl I've been looking for one with 4 door
2018 sir
I simply need the 3.5L V6.
If the 3rd gen Tacoma would of had the Camry or RAV 209 horsepower, I probably would’ve chosen the 4cyl instead, but the 159 horsepower was simply too Underwhelming and Underpowered for my needs
I have a 4 cylinder in my truck it has no power
It’s thattt not bad 🤷♂️
Definitely switch to sport mode (manual shifting) when hill climbing etc.
Love the cement just got my gray one v6 I wanted the cement though
Thanks man, a taco is a taco after a while the color gets old 🤣
That's what I'm looking to buy as well. Very hard to find them on lots right now though. Called 8 places, all sold out.
@@digitalconsciousness I work at a Toyota dealer and we had 2 cement come in both sold by the weekend and I bought mine Monday
@@digitalconsciousness I waited a month for mine. Talk to a dealer and tell them to put you on a waitlist and you pay a $500 deposit that’s refundable.
The 6cyl has a ton of power and speed. It sounds great too. Love it!
100%
That was sick lol not surprising tho
Yeah V6 is the way to go but the 4 cylinder is just as amazing
HWY and City milage?
Now try that in a manual 😉.
My little 4 cyl 4x4 stomped both 2022 V6 Tacoma and V8 automatic Tundra in a 1/4, they caught up at 1/2 mile but it’s about the shifting. Man vs computer wins every time.
Ah I see
Why did u decide to get 2 tacos I currently have a 2.7 09 but I want a newer one but I can’t decided on the V4 vs V6
I would go for v6
Has anyone installed mods in your 4cyl? How much horsepower gains? Tune anyone?
Nah I haven’t
Turbo it lol
Hi early, those are bad fuel economy nu.bers and ratings. There are more efficient vehicles out there that aren't limited handicapped, some are even V8 engines. I think Toyota could do alot better on their mpgs.
I agree
I think since the truck is a 4 door truck. It should have a 6 cylinder engine. And a manual transmission or an automatic transmission depending on your preference instead of Toyota doing the decision for you. Because I don't want an automatic transmission. I want to decide what gear I'm in. The shifting of the gears is my problem. I don't mind.
Is the stock v6 taller than the stock 4 cylinder ??
No same thing
@@TheUnrestricted cause the v6 side mirror in the video is much higher look closely
It has a 1 inch lift and bigger wheels
is it a matter which faster?
I just bought a new 2022 4 cylinder, .54 I like the cheaper trucks grill better with just the Toyota emblem and I like the body better without those fender flares! LOL the 6 barely beat the 4!
Haha true
V6 Tacoma towing capacity is 6500lbs
ah ok thanks
Love the video. I was able to get my 2019 tacoma 4cyl up to 28mpg doing 55mph in sportmode 5 (stopping it from going into overdrive) Florida No Hills :)
Oh man! Nice
Great video !!!
Thanks!
Driving just over a mile and calculating fuel milage is useless.
Gas was too expensive for him to test it over 30 miles.
Thanks for sharing thumps.
I got a 4 cylinder 2gen love it
Same at 265k
An old lady in her Prius smoked me off the line in my 2017 4cyl 5 speed 4x4. She wasn’t even trying and I was 😂. The 4cyl 5 speed is horrible. My 2010 4cyl automatic transmission was way faster
🤣🤣🤣 oh noooo
6 already slow enough. test drove a 4 and that was somehow worse so i did a 6
I want smaller vehicle, reliability, power, and fuel economy. Mpg isn’t that impressive for either. I guess so much for fuel economy then lol. I wish they sold a two door tundra. I would get that in an instant!! The tundras they got now are just too big. Tacoma looks difficult to get into though. I want power because I’m tired of being tailgated when I get into the highway. I have a 4 cylinder now. I was gonna go EV this time but I was interested in the Chevy bolt and well… you know that story lol. Now I guess I gotta stick with a good Ol fashion gas engine. But something easy to work on myself perhaps. Not a car fix it guy but the car I have now is almost impossible to understand and too tight. Is the v8 engine on a tundra easy to mess with? I’m talking like fluid changes like coolant, transmission, engine oil etc. basic maintenance changes etc. I look at my vehicle now and just say to myself I will take it to the dealer instead lol. That was the reason why I wanted to go EV. NO maintenance needed they say.
I get 24-25mpg on the highway with my v6. 22mpg around town, it really depends on how you drive it. Pretty easy to get into, seats sit low. My 75yr old mom can get in with no problems, two replacement knees. The truck is amazing and would recommend it to anyone.
Good to know. 👍
That race was so off. Didn’t use sport mode or the other drive mode of the transmission. I actually beat a hemi in my 4cyl.
That’s great, but honestly no matter what mode the v6 is way faster
@@TheUnrestricted I’m just saying, if you are going to race the two, why not put them both into sport and ect pwr modes? It changes performance by a lot, not saying the 4cyl would win just off of that but it just shows more of what both trucks would actually do if someone was in that situation. Other than that I liked the video.
@@TheUnrestricted but honestly I’d race your 4x4 v6 with my 2wd 4cyl. You’ve got more power but a lot more weight.
@@fishingwithcurly I see your point right maybe for another more in depth vid I’ll test some things out
I have 2016 taco 4 cylinder my average mpg is 21 mpg. I have 82k on the motor.
Sheeesh that’s good
is the 4 clyinder 4WD?
No it’s not
4 doesn’t compare to the v6 mileage so buy a v6 while you can..I’d buy a Nissan frontier v6 before. 4cylender turbo and I’m a toacoma fan
true
Same
If you need to work this truck more than a 4 cylinder can handle, buy a Tundra.
True
Thanks 😊
:35 with the v6, the tow attachments come stock with the car. So, you’re saying the Tacoma v6 is a car, and the 4cylinder is a truck?
There both cars, and both trucks
17mpg?….man I was expecting better…my f350 6.0 gets 17-18mpg mixed driving and it’s a long box crew cab fx4
Yeah :(
2019 Sr access 2.7 4 cly and I get 21.5
Theres no replacement for displacement
Both are gutless wonders.
short and sweet
Thanks man!
Wait how is it that the 4 and 6 get the same gas mileage?
Not true
@@newleaf1534 what is the truth then?
@@xdi1733 i own both 4 and 6 and the 4 gets way more
I tow 5500lbs with the 4 cylinder.
Did you do an upgrades? Got a 4 cyl 4x2 and planning to tow a lil trailer
@@jonhyromero2985 just the tow hitch. No intercooler. Go 100 miles daily and no issues with overheating. 4th gear, ect, 3000rpms, 55mpg. Want to get a 250 though.
55mph. Its really about 18mpg at 55mph. 16 at 65
2018?? I’m looking at buying a 18ft bay boat. Weighs around 1400 not sure about the trailer but I’m wanting to get one but have doubts about what this slow ass truck is capable of 😅
4 cylinder needs gas🤣
Good video