2024 Toyota Tacoma | Nothing to Be Afraid Of

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  • Опубліковано 12 чер 2024
  • We do a first drive with the new 2024 Toyota Tacoma on and off-road. With the help of Toyota Engineering, we discuss the pros and cons of the new setup and showcase what most future owners want to learn. Chevy Colorado, Nissan Frontier, Ford Ranger, Hyundai Santa Cruz, and Ridgeline are other trucks to consider.
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    Index:
    00:00 The Technical Changes
    3:24 Interior and Exterior
    6:03 Malibu Drive
    11:45 Off-Road Drive
    14:02 Final Thoughts
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  • @TheAntinowherelane
    @TheAntinowherelane 6 місяців тому +305

    Lots of new Taco videos out this morning. So the first stop had to be the two dudes whose automotive opinion I trust the most. From the moment I saw y'all throwing deli meats into a door trim panel I knew -- these guys are no bullshit, straight shooters.

    • @DB-sd3cw
      @DB-sd3cw 6 місяців тому

      Unreal meat slobbering

    • @JimiMiki
      @JimiMiki 6 місяців тому +4

      Same. I have to to work now but gotta watch this channel first.😅

    • @thatoneotherotherguy
      @thatoneotherotherguy 6 місяців тому +15

      Word. When embargoes drop, I want the Savagegeese big brain scoop, not some clickbaiter talking around the exterior for 15 minutes, praising it like they work for the manufacturer, and filming a quarter mile run in it.

    • @uploderpilot
      @uploderpilot 5 місяців тому +1

      Toyota is marketing these turbo trucks hard! Why? Because these are the trucks that ABSOLUTELY NOBODY asked for! Do you want a smaller more complicated engine that's also ridiculously expensive to repair and maybe half as reliable as the previous gens? Oh and they will throw in nearly the same MPG as last years model for free. These are Toyotas equivalent of the Ford Mustang II.

    • @thatoneotherotherguy
      @thatoneotherotherguy 5 місяців тому +1

      @@uploderpilot sounds like if you want a new midsize truck, you'll be buying a Frontier and nothing else. The world has moved on. We figured out how to make turbo engines reliable. These new trucks make more torque at 1700rpm than the old wheezy V6 made at 4600rpm. They function way better at high altitude. There's plenty of positives, which is why every mdsize truck maker that has money (so, not Nissan who updated the V6 on their 2005 truck) went turbo. Don't yell at the clouds over it.

  • @mitchellsteindler
    @mitchellsteindler 6 місяців тому +684

    Nothing beats the previous gen 4 cylinder tacoma. Nothing like hearing that baby scream to 5000 rpm to get up a mild Incline 😊

    • @Sheepleton
      @Sheepleton 6 місяців тому +72

      The 2.7 might be Toyota's most reliable current engine. Many longtime Toyota techs say they've never seen an 08 and up 2.7 torn apart. Might need a head gasket and water pump before it hits 200k miles but that's about it

    • @JTstratman13
      @JTstratman13 6 місяців тому +51

      I have a 2020 2.7L and the adaptive cruise is kinda hilarious at how much it downshifts and revs up to get back up to speed.

    • @andrewgus8763
      @andrewgus8763 6 місяців тому +25

      This new 2.4 base engine turbo should be fine. The Hybrid Max system however, is still brand new, it was just released 1 year ago. The potential repair costs for that thing will be way more expensive than a regular Prius.

    • @bb5242
      @bb5242 6 місяців тому +11

      I had a '98 with the 2.7 and a manual. It was awesome, but many compromises. Owned it 16 years.

    • @mike9588
      @mike9588 6 місяців тому +20

      ⁠@@andrewgus8763where the fuck are you getting that from? It’s a nickel metal hydride battery which Toyota has proven to be reliable in older hybrids, the electric motors will also be fine, so what exactly are you saying 🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @blaze23045
    @blaze23045 6 місяців тому +173

    Jack has really come a long way since that first Tacoma review ❤

    • @upshifter5316
      @upshifter5316 6 місяців тому +11

      When I think of Jack, I think of a blue Tacoma.

    • @consciousawakening4799
      @consciousawakening4799 6 місяців тому +5

      When I think of Jack, I think of Black ◼️🔲

  • @leeboo2521
    @leeboo2521 6 місяців тому +87

    As an owner of a left foot I'm glad they kept the manual transmission

    • @tonysterbenc
      @tonysterbenc 6 місяців тому +1

      I just lease.

    • @davidryder5082
      @davidryder5082 6 місяців тому +2

      ​@@tonysterbencIDK what your comment is referencing but a big thumbs up 👍

    • @tonysterbenc
      @tonysterbenc 6 місяців тому +7

      @@davidryder5082 I meant I don't own my left foot. I'd never lease a vehicle, though. :.D

  • @SasukeUchiha-zu6dw
    @SasukeUchiha-zu6dw 6 місяців тому +267

    Finally a fully boxed frame, rear disc brakes, an engine/trans that doesn't drive like a dog, better seating position.

    • @svenhodaka9145
      @svenhodaka9145 6 місяців тому +8

      Yup, when I test drove the old one I couldn’t find a comfortable seating position. 🤷‍♂️
      This looks like it might fix that issue.👍

    • @tuckerhiggins4336
      @tuckerhiggins4336 6 місяців тому +14

      Nothing wrong with drums on a baby truck

    • @thatoneotherotherguy
      @thatoneotherotherguy 6 місяців тому +8

      Us 5th gen 4Runner people might have the oldest engine and transmission, but we do have disc brakes!

    • @29DreC
      @29DreC 6 місяців тому

      @@tuckerhiggins4336maintenance

    • @raullasvegas
      @raullasvegas 6 місяців тому +1

      Boxed frame = less articulation. Frame flex isn't a bad thing.

  • @MrSchn3ll
    @MrSchn3ll 6 місяців тому +329

    New king of no depreciation has arrived (minus the 911).

    • @bigchimpin4215
      @bigchimpin4215 6 місяців тому +61

      Let’s see how long that motor lasts first.

    • @dawetwtt
      @dawetwtt 6 місяців тому +1

      it's gonna be just fine, it's not like a toyota 4 cylinder is an unknown@@bigchimpin4215

    • @camryt
      @camryt 6 місяців тому +80

      @@bigchimpin4215it’s not a totally new engine. it’s been kicking around for a couple of years already in the Lexus NX and RX, as well as some Toyota SUVs

    • @Hallowsaw
      @Hallowsaw 6 місяців тому +9

      I think corolla and civics have it beat.

    • @UnstoppableMileage
      @UnstoppableMileage 6 місяців тому +9

      ​@bigchimpin4215 Been around for years and years in base model lexus vehicles. They last forever as well

  • @MrIMCP
    @MrIMCP 6 місяців тому +111

    As someone that wrenches on his own stuff thank you for showing the mechanicals!

    • @wileecoyote5749
      @wileecoyote5749 6 місяців тому +1

      A '85 Dodge Aries K and a 2024 Toyota Tacoma are 2 different spectrums.

    • @pkdude5334
      @pkdude5334 6 місяців тому +2

      hopefully The Car Care Nut does a video, he does a deep dive into the mechanicals

    • @MrIMCP
      @MrIMCP 6 місяців тому

      Yes! CCN is my go to Toyota channel@@pkdude5334

    • @Dowlphin
      @Dowlphin 6 місяців тому

      Too much information! 😫😜🤡

    • @zacharyyang8697
      @zacharyyang8697 6 місяців тому +2

      I have to admit, I was a bit turned on seeing the little oil filter drain spout. It's the little things that matter when wrenching

  • @JTstratman13
    @JTstratman13 6 місяців тому +376

    Looks immensely better than the new Tundra.

    • @Slythey
      @Slythey 6 місяців тому +29

      I thought the new Tundras looked ok until I saw one in person. The headlights are really small looking and about 80% of the front end isn't body color, regardless of trim. The ratio of unpainted, injection molded plastic or that chain-link silver design is just too much for the little amount of body color on that front end.

    • @ryanmccormick
      @ryanmccormick 6 місяців тому +10

      ​Agreed. Same problem with the Sequoia. Hope it's fixed in the refresh

    • @glsracer
      @glsracer 6 місяців тому +10

      For real, I'm not sure what they were thinking with the new Tundra. It's fugly.

    • @thedefenestrator2994
      @thedefenestrator2994 6 місяців тому +5

      While I don’t like the huge grill, at least that grill is 100% used for cooling. When you look inside that whale-shark gaping maw, you can see it’s packed full of coolers and condensers. Just don’t get into a fender bender, because that can quickly go from just a body shop appointment to replacing the turbo cooling system.

    • @balkee42
      @balkee42 6 місяців тому +5

      The new tundra gets uglier the more i see them. So squared off gmc looking. Looks cheap and plasticky too.

  • @khaledalshaer
    @khaledalshaer 6 місяців тому +22

    Dropping this video on a Taco Tuesday got my wife’s boyfriend so amped up, thanks boys.

  • @willblake72
    @willblake72 6 місяців тому +36

    This'll be the only Tacoma video I need today, thanks fellas.

    • @Etaripamai47
      @Etaripamai47 6 місяців тому +3

      Only Tacoma vid we need ever. Except for any other Tacoma bids SG puts out.

    • @willblake72
      @willblake72 6 місяців тому

      @@Etaripamai47 so true

  • @LETerEATRenne
    @LETerEATRenne 6 місяців тому +25

    Folks tend to forget that this isn’t the first time Toyota has put a turbo’d 4 cylinder in their truck. I have faith that Toyota has done it’s due diligence to make this a reliable truck but only time will tell. Killer video as always yall!

    • @allanstephenson9336
      @allanstephenson9336 6 місяців тому

      Like the look. !! Had many Tacomas. .working. them hard. Yes. OVERLOADED and loved them in snow. NEVER had a problem. I hope reliably is there. It's time to upgrade 😊😊😊😊

    • @billw8476
      @billw8476 5 місяців тому

      not spending 40 to50k on a four banger truck.@@allanstephenson9336

    • @PHOBIAx57x
      @PHOBIAx57x 4 місяці тому +1

      And now that faith is gone after the huge diesel recall/scandal 😅

  • @jameslowry4299
    @jameslowry4299 6 місяців тому +59

    As the owner of a manual 3rd gen TRD Sport, I'd absolutely love to see more content on the manual trans TRD models. 4 cylinder turbo doesn't bother me, the torque increase sounds like a worthwhile trade. Also like the coil spring rear suspension. Rear disks are nice from an easier maintenance perspective I suppose, but I've never had a problem with the braking on my 2nd or 3rd gen Tacomas. And my back wheels are always clean 😁.
    I can see a manual TRD Sport 4th gen in my future, after I wait a few years for Toyota to work the new model bugs out. As I always do, GM taught me that lesson in 1993 with the Camaro.

    • @kcspeed9980
      @kcspeed9980 6 місяців тому +1

      Honestly, you nailed it! I’ll hope to hear a great review in say 3years😂. For now I’ll stick with the 5th gen 4Runner trd off-road.

    • @laakeadrumright3010
      @laakeadrumright3010 6 місяців тому +3

      Check out Driving Sports TV video! He drives the manual and automatic.

  • @colin-nekritz
    @colin-nekritz 6 місяців тому +45

    $40K base truck?!?! What a world.

    • @MeltingRubberZ28
      @MeltingRubberZ28 6 місяців тому +9

      It is an upgraded version. He said the most base with upgraded suspension. However I do agree even 35k for a base midsize truck is insane

    • @glovedcop69
      @glovedcop69 6 місяців тому

      That's what I was thinking

    • @austinfrazier7325
      @austinfrazier7325 6 місяців тому +18

      That’s before dealer markup 😊

    • @glovedcop69
      @glovedcop69 6 місяців тому +4

      @@austinfrazier7325 this is very true...one thing they don't tell you on these videos... Granted not all dealers do markups but still you will most likely not get it at that price.

    • @umadachi
      @umadachi 6 місяців тому

      we gotta stop people from buying trucks for a year or else I doubt prices will get better

  • @toastybuns5281
    @toastybuns5281 6 місяців тому +8

    As someone who used to own a 4cyl 5spd 1985 Toyota Pickup Xtra Cab, im glad to see a return to form 😂 about time for a McFly special

  • @cubanrafy
    @cubanrafy 6 місяців тому +1

    Short, good, and to the point, thanks! Great short videos, amazing detailed ones for those of us who love learning all the details! As

  • @austinfrazier7325
    @austinfrazier7325 6 місяців тому +49

    My clapped out 2006 Civic could handle that “off-road course” 😂

    • @tonysterbenc
      @tonysterbenc 6 місяців тому +11

      That explains how it got clapped out.

    • @xzimxzim
      @xzimxzim 6 місяців тому +6

      It makes me laugh when they call them off road courses. It’s just a dirt road.

  • @hotshtsr20
    @hotshtsr20 6 місяців тому +7

    Gotta love the freshly groomed "offroad" test track.

  • @heathergreylive
    @heathergreylive 6 місяців тому +7

    Why does watching you crudely paw at dashboard features bring me so much joy?

  • @lugnut93
    @lugnut93 6 місяців тому +2

    I like it. Thanks for the review. I trust your review more than anybody else's.

  • @adrianw3985
    @adrianw3985 6 місяців тому +20

    I bought a 2023 Tacoma 9 months ago, it has been a great truck. I got the 2023 knowing the new one was coming. I figured that if the new Tacoma was all that much better, I could wait a couple more model years for them to shake out any bugs and then trade in. I'm reasonably sure it will be fine. By then, all the me first buyers will be gone and you might be able to buy one for a decent deal.

    • @DB-sd3cw
      @DB-sd3cw 6 місяців тому +2

      Not a bad strategy

    • @jonesjones7057
      @jonesjones7057 6 місяців тому +9

      More likely you'll find you are glad you kept your current truck. I am SO glad I kept my Tundra and didn't go with the gen 3.

    • @bssw218
      @bssw218 6 місяців тому

      Smart.

    • @adrianw3985
      @adrianw3985 6 місяців тому

      @@GWOTKoolAid it seems that the price difference has been about 8k. Seems about right.

    • @midlifecrisis7888
      @midlifecrisis7888 6 місяців тому

      Stay away from turbos, just keep yours.

  • @sebastiantoplician1093
    @sebastiantoplician1093 6 місяців тому +5

    Great review as always. I watched the deep dive when you guys were in Hawaii. The new Tacoma seems like they've fixed majority of the previous gen issues.
    Loved the off-road bit too! The music was fun, reminded me of a happy scene from lord of the rings or something 🤣.

  • @Greg-oj2pg
    @Greg-oj2pg 6 місяців тому +10

    There seems to be a lot to like about this new model. Not a fan of the megasized screen, but appreciate that Toyota has retained the physical controls.

  • @baloalpar4149
    @baloalpar4149 6 місяців тому +2

    I love the looks and the versatility of this truck. If I would live in NA, this would be on the top of my list of purchase.

  • @teeebagtomm
    @teeebagtomm 6 місяців тому +2

    Love this channel. I bought a 23 brz manual because of the gr86 review here. Also I live on Maui and we lovvvveee our Tacomas here!

  • @marioehw
    @marioehw 6 місяців тому +18

    To be honest. I just want to see the base Tacoma. I know the TRD and high trims are more exciting, but we´ve been using the Tacoma as a work truck so I just want to know how that looks, feels, rides, equipment, and things that may lack compared to the competition.

    • @shnerp
      @shnerp 6 місяців тому

      TFL Truck reviews the cheapest 4x4 tacoma you can buy.

    • @marioehw
      @marioehw 6 місяців тому

      @@shnerp Thanks!. I'll make a little time today to check it out :)

  • @DasWauto
    @DasWauto 6 місяців тому +6

    I’ve got a manual TRD Sport+ on order and my anticipation is building, and so far it I’m optimistic. It looks like Toyota hasn’t fucked it up and vastly improved everything I wanted and needed (mostly ergonomics because tall). Cheers for addressing the manual, I’m glad it’s not a point of complaint.

  • @Gowan08
    @Gowan08 8 днів тому

    considering getting a new Tocoma, or looking into a used one. I noticed nobody seems to be posting comments since this videos release. I wanted to say thank you for making this video, its helping with my decision.

  • @forestantemesaris8447
    @forestantemesaris8447 6 місяців тому +20

    I love how Mark seems like he literally wouldn't be there if it wasn't his job lol

  • @LogicalQ
    @LogicalQ 6 місяців тому +8

    TACO TUESDAY!

  • @MegaRetr
    @MegaRetr 6 місяців тому

    This'll be the only Tacoma video I need today😃

  • @ep8199
    @ep8199 6 місяців тому

    That backdraft reference. 🔥 👍

  • @DragonKnightX12
    @DragonKnightX12 6 місяців тому +73

    I'm really interested in seeing how the Limited drives with the hybrid and full time 4x4.

    • @M1911jln
      @M1911jln 6 місяців тому +6

      It will be like the Limited trim of the 4Runner and the 200 series Land Cruiser. It has a lockable, limited slip Torsen center diff with a two-speed transfer case. Having owned a 4th gen 4Runner and a 200 series, I can tell you that the full time 4wd works very well. With the center diff unlocked the system is unnoticeable in normal driving but gives great traction in slippery condition. When you go off-road just lock the center diff.

  • @kevindust2712
    @kevindust2712 6 місяців тому +4

    Hopefully you guys get some more time with the 4th gen Tacoma. I would really like to see a detailed review regarding the on road differences between the various trim levels. While most of the forum bros are busy adding lift kits, the truth is that the vast majority of miles will be on pavement. How is the ride quality and handling of the TRD Sport vs TRD Off Road vs SR5 vs Limited? Toyota claims that they all have different suspension tuning but I've never seen a comprehensive comparison.

  • @TCinSoCal
    @TCinSoCal 6 місяців тому +1

    First new vehicle I ever owned was a 2001 Tacoma TRD Off-Road 4x4. Loved it. Such a great truck. Today I drive a 37 Raptor but not gonna lie.. this new Taco brings back the vibes. .. it would have fit much better though the trails we did last weekend that gave the Raptor some pinstripes. Nice work Toyota.

  • @a.c.7541
    @a.c.7541 6 місяців тому +2

    Colorado and Tacoma are the best looking trucks❤

  • @daylinriffel125
    @daylinriffel125 6 місяців тому +5

    That 2.4 turbo in my 84 solid axle toyota pickup would be the dream 🤤

  • @ravipeiris4388
    @ravipeiris4388 6 місяців тому +5

    Jack can hold his own with the big boys as he's a mechanical engineer in his own right. With respect to the new 4 cylinder, you folks do realize that it's Toyota we are talking about right? I believe Toyota knows something about building reliable four cylinder engines.

    • @dforrest4503
      @dforrest4503 6 місяців тому

      Yet the turbo V-6 in the Tundra has been problematic.

  • @MrTCFIRE
    @MrTCFIRE 6 місяців тому

    This video is making whole segments of the market hard as a rock.

  • @ericcochese6815
    @ericcochese6815 6 місяців тому

    The water bottle toss into the dash cubby was awesome

  • @Mike_44
    @Mike_44 6 місяців тому +3

    Really hoping Subaru will take notes here for their new Brat. You got to love that Toyota is bringing out all these turbo motors and even keeping the manual transmissions!

  • @MarkRVillano
    @MarkRVillano 6 місяців тому +19

    Nice!
    Much like the Ford Maverick, I suspect that getting one will be like pulling teeth, and that the waiting list will be so long that by the time you actually get it you'll already be salivating over something else.

    • @bgarza18
      @bgarza18 6 місяців тому +6

      I’m not excited for any of these trucks because they basically don’t exist. If the list is long or the markups are there, it’s all trash.

    • @thatoneotherotherguy
      @thatoneotherotherguy 6 місяців тому +3

      Unlike the Maverick, this is a cash cow for Toyota, and they make something like 200k+ a year. Should only be supply limited for the first few months. Not too many people are fighting to buy at these interest rates.

    • @MarkRVillano
      @MarkRVillano 6 місяців тому +3

      @@thatoneotherotherguy I agree. But the Maverick could also have been a cash cow for Ford had they anticipated demand, and ramped up production accordingly. They really dropped the ball with the Maverick, and many customers who were interested in it and may have bought one, eventually moved on to something else due to the mark-ups and lack of availability. Ford fumbled the roll-out, and have yet to recover.

    • @BrianWaller-qe7gr
      @BrianWaller-qe7gr 6 місяців тому +1

      Always not a good idea to buy the first year of a redesign anyway

    • @nastysoda9212
      @nastysoda9212 6 місяців тому +1

      the maverick does not have a frame, it's not a truck. This has a full frame. Maverick will break immedietly after going fast off-road

  • @rmp5s
    @rmp5s 6 місяців тому +1

    I love how the Taco video came out on Tuesday.
    This 4 banger A - Isn't new and B - Makes all KINDS of awesome turbo noises!!!

  • @wayneh1562
    @wayneh1562 6 місяців тому +1

    Really like the way it looks

  • @mattatk92
    @mattatk92 6 місяців тому +35

    This is a beautiful truck. I don’t mind the turbo 4 banger either. I would love to own one if trucks weren’t so Damn expensive now days

  • @VinceCannavaII
    @VinceCannavaII 6 місяців тому +8

    Still a fan of your reviews, appreciate the information.

  • @tormundgaint1022
    @tormundgaint1022 6 місяців тому +1

    Toyota will always be in Business.

  • @Glideslopes
    @Glideslopes 6 місяців тому +1

    Great review.

  • @cinthe3
    @cinthe3 6 місяців тому +3

    The morning honk from the geese

  • @DMSparky
    @DMSparky 6 місяців тому +4

    I’m going to try to pre order the hybrid. If im lucky I might see one in 3 years

  • @deanfisher1753
    @deanfisher1753 6 місяців тому +2

    Good video, really curious about the hybrid though as this drivetrain will be in many upcoming Toyotas and it will be interesting to see how that drivetrain works off-road and for towing. Likely we won't know that until some of these get out in the wild which sounds like it's still a ways off if they aren't even allowing the press to drive them yet.

  • @SuperSnakePlissken
    @SuperSnakePlissken 6 місяців тому

    I bought a 2000 Tacoma V6 3.4L MT TRD Off Road access cab brand new and I have driven that truck for almost 23 years. It has 379,452 miles as of right now when writing this comment. I tried buying the current generation two years ago but they shortened the cab height and my 6 foot 1 inch frame kept hitting my head when I tried to get into it on the A-pillar. I had maybe 2 inches of clearance. It was ridiculous.
    So, I put about $8,000 into my truck (nearly half of what I paid for it brand new) in 2021 to keep her going. She is doing great. Original transmission and engine still, but I am ready to get a new Tacoma. This new model specifically the TRD Sport (I must have a manual trans) is what I am eyeing and I cannot be more excited. I am going to wait for the second model year knowing the first model year is going to have some issues, but I credit Toyota in what they have done with this new truck.

  • @7734Kromm
    @7734Kromm 6 місяців тому +7

    I love the aggressive look of the new Taco. Especially the Trail Hunter model.

  • @DPCcars
    @DPCcars 6 місяців тому +3

    Joining the Taco fan fest with my two cents: Just caught the review and I'm torn between nostalgia for my old Tacoma and excitement for the new one! 😄 The fully boxed frame and rear disc brakes sound like a dream, but I'll miss the character of the older models. Can anyone with hands-on experience weigh in on how the 4 cylinder turbo feels compared to the old screamers? Also, hats off to Toyota for keeping the manual option - it's like a rare gem these days! Curious about the hybrid model's performance though, especially for off-roading and towing. Any insiders got the scoop? #TacomaTransformation 🚗💨

  • @parkergray5346
    @parkergray5346 4 місяці тому +1

    Toyotas recent vehicles have been knocking it out of the ballpark. The Grand highlander, Tacoma, Land Cruiser, the sister lexus GX, and Sequoias all have been AMAZING vehicles which can’t stay on dealer lots for more than 3 days.. their only complaints on the new generations are reliability, but that’s all speculation and with Toyotas past ability to make technological advances and have zero issues I trust these will be just fine

  • @conscientiousobserver3776
    @conscientiousobserver3776 3 місяці тому +1

    I was on the fence with the looks when the truck first debuted. I finally saw the new Tacoma in person and I will say it looks a lot better in person.

  • @baronvonjo1929
    @baronvonjo1929 6 місяців тому +12

    Toyota really needs to make a Maverick competitor. The Tacoma has now beome a toy for the wealthy. Most current Tacomas I see online hover in the 40k range. These are supose to be the affordable car brands. Yet they keep forgetting the category of consumers that made them what they are and no one is taking their place.

    • @JohnWilliams-vr8fp
      @JohnWilliams-vr8fp Місяць тому

      Well, i finally got a TRD Sport with Premium package. The Tacomas you can’t find easily now are the ones with Premium package. Toyota may actually know what people want and will pay for. Sucks so expensive but people are speaking with their wallets and orders.

  • @Suction_
    @Suction_ 6 місяців тому +23

    The T24 I think will be a solid motor; it's largely based off the a25 which is in everything. That and Toyota is actively listening to consumers, which is stellar compared to honda and others who ignore problems unless a lawsuit comes across their desk. I have a highlander with the 2.4 and was having issues with hesitation and surging. Toyota listened, and within a few months, a new ECU revision was released and it fixed 95% of the issue. Everyone else said the same thing with the 4.0 going away in favor of the 3.5 - oh it's questionable reliability, especially with D4-S which was new at the time - take a look. One of the best v6s that were made within the last decade or so. No doubt they're not going to risk their reputation on it's replacement when their customer base was borderline brainwashed into thinking 'turbo bad'

    • @MyLIFEISLEGENDARY836
      @MyLIFEISLEGENDARY836 6 місяців тому +3

      Agreed

    • @matthewshultz8762
      @matthewshultz8762 6 місяців тому +6

      Toyota is also one of the last holdouts for shoving turbo engines in passenger vehicles. I'd like to think that means they have spent time in R&D before pushing out a compliance product like other manufacturers.

    • @MyLIFEISLEGENDARY836
      @MyLIFEISLEGENDARY836 6 місяців тому +3

      @@matthewshultz8762 AGREED

    • @KubanKevin
      @KubanKevin 6 місяців тому

      I would like to agree with you, but forced induction is more than just a new engine design. The tundras have been having engine issues with the new 3.5 turbo. It’s not that simple I’m afraid.

    • @Suction_
      @Suction_ 6 місяців тому +3

      @@KubanKevin the first batch was because they used some stupid electronic waste gates. T24 is all old school vacuum lines and stuff that's been around since the 90s. Just like some of the best forced inductions arguably made to this point in time, the 1/2JZ's which were from the same exact company coincidently

  • @kayakkevin
    @kayakkevin 6 місяців тому +1

    I liked the music choices in this one! More exciting and movie like.

  • @philipparana9225
    @philipparana9225 6 місяців тому +1

    That off road is just fire roads

  • @petayV8
    @petayV8 6 місяців тому +7

    Yeah im crying about the V6 that had the MPG of a V8 and the power of a 4 banger 😆

    • @DeepDishPizza
      @DeepDishPizza 6 місяців тому +1

      Stop hating on Toyota. That statement isn’t true at all.

    • @NDEEZMiata
      @NDEEZMiata 6 місяців тому

      @@DeepDishPizzayes it is lol
      I got between 19-20mpg at best, my dad’s ram 1500 would get that doing the same commute….
      The V6 was all top end power, horrible choice for a truck other than it’s reliable.

    • @DeepDishPizza
      @DeepDishPizza 6 місяців тому

      @@NDEEZMiata Once again, please stop with the lies. Go troll someone else.

  • @jackzhang6705
    @jackzhang6705 6 місяців тому +8

    People who are interested in this truck should seriously consider the all new Nissan Frontier. Much cheaper price point, better-sounding & reliable V6, all the technology bells and whistles, along with subjectively better looks. I own a loaded PRO-X from the very few first batches Nissan produced and can’t be happier (apart from some minor electric issues).

  • @Battle_Garage
    @Battle_Garage 6 місяців тому +1

    it looks amazing to me, excited for a new 4runner.

  • @user-up1wy3sy8k
    @user-up1wy3sy8k 6 місяців тому +1

    I love this blue. This color on a TRD Pro would be awesome.

  • @MrHitthespot
    @MrHitthespot 6 місяців тому +4

    I thought it looked great. I’m very interested in how much the gas mileage improved. When I bought my Highlander I was originally interested in the Tacoma. When I seen the gas mileage specs I couldn’t do it. I will look forward to a more detailed review of a TRD or any upper class Tacoma down the road. Good job guys.

    • @randomstuff463
      @randomstuff463 6 місяців тому

      19/24/21

    • @mattgoeswheelin
      @mattgoeswheelin 6 місяців тому

      The gas mileage pretty much didn’t get better

    • @thatoneotherotherguy
      @thatoneotherotherguy 6 місяців тому +1

      @@mattgoeswheelin 2mpg with a massive torque boost ain't bad. The old 3.5L was thirsty if you sent it past 3000RPM, and most people did, with how much power it didn't make. EPA tests also get harder every year--comparing a 2024 to the ratings of a 2020 isn't fair. If the 3.5L was sticking around, there's a good chance it would get re-rated lower. I have a 4.0L 5th gen 4Runner. They have dropped its EPA rating twice in the last decade despite no mechanical changes. The hybrid Tacomas will likely tack on a couple extra mpg for those that care enough.

  • @Dr_Skot
    @Dr_Skot 6 місяців тому +6

    As a FJ owner, I kept eying how they mount the gas tank as I'm tired of replacing gas tank straps out here in the rust belt. Curious what the hybrid brings as I'm torn on a new Taco or 4Runner on the refresh.

    • @jf5287
      @jf5287 6 місяців тому

      as a 4th gen 4unner owner and an fj owner, i think we definitely should wait for the 4runner refresh!

    • @MrTobytat2
      @MrTobytat2 6 місяців тому

      ​​@@jf52872004 V8 4runner here with a harumph

  • @OEMPlus
    @OEMPlus 5 місяців тому

    i was lookin at the ranger but im genuinely excited about this one.

  • @KPad87
    @KPad87 6 місяців тому +1

    I want this truck

  • @alexross4062
    @alexross4062 6 місяців тому +10

    I hope Toyota knows just how reliability is going to weigh into who might purchase these trucks. The frontier is a tempting option because it still has a V6, but I think Toyota knows that and has (hopefully) tortured this 4 cylinder beyond recognition to ensure it works well

    • @baronvonjo1929
      @baronvonjo1929 6 місяців тому +3

      I agree. I would still wait a year if I was buying one of these for teething issues to be resolved. I know the Tundra had issues that took it off many must buy lists from various outlets.

    • @7CFlo
      @7CFlo 6 місяців тому +1

      The Nissan 3.8 feels almost like a v8

    • @chrisquintana3877
      @chrisquintana3877 6 місяців тому

      If the v6 turbo tundra is any clue , it's not nearly as reliable as the ol v6 , parts availability and price is going to be astronomically higher than the 3.5l . Love the look, love the seating position, but it sounds terrible and not nearly the power gain I was hoping for. I drove it yesterday in sr5 trim.

  • @Jimo368
    @Jimo368 6 місяців тому +4

    I’m hoping the brakes feel better

  • @pilot_gti
    @pilot_gti 6 місяців тому +1

    So excited to watch this review of the Taco!! Is this # 4??

  • @jonathanalea
    @jonathanalea 6 місяців тому

    It''s nice seeing you east coast guys drive this on Decker Canyon.

  • @Ni-fg6je
    @Ni-fg6je 6 місяців тому +5

    The major issue they needed to fix was the gear hunting. If they fixed that then this is a big improvement over the 3rd

    • @TRUE_GR1T
      @TRUE_GR1T 6 місяців тому

      that's why you get the manual.

    • @Ni-fg6je
      @Ni-fg6je 6 місяців тому

      @@TRUE_GR1T eh nobody wants a manual anymore

    • @TRUE_GR1T
      @TRUE_GR1T 6 місяців тому

      lol clearly they do. I'm keeping my 15 TRD OR with the 6 speed as long as possible. hard pass on this new 4 cylinder crap, but at least it made the value of my truck go up even more.@@Ni-fg6je

  • @StivenArrieta99
    @StivenArrieta99 6 місяців тому +2

    Best Technical Automotive Channel 🫡💯

  • @Bigbillyrayfan
    @Bigbillyrayfan 6 місяців тому +5

    The engine noise in the video doesn’t sound that bad.

    • @risby1930
      @risby1930 6 місяців тому

      It's fake noise pumped into the cabin.

  • @ViperVenom
    @ViperVenom 6 місяців тому

    15:15 I love the looks. Hopefully i can get my blue sport manual i ordered soon.

  • @SilverScarletSpider
    @SilverScarletSpider 3 місяці тому +1

    this toyota tacoma is genuinely exciting. i would love to see you use this in your long term fleet. is this truck strong enough to tow race cars for track days? is it reliable enough to be worthy of keeping for the next 30 years? a long term fleet tacoma test video series can find out

  • @zacknagel827
    @zacknagel827 6 місяців тому +22

    My only gripe with the new Tacoma is the solid rear access cab. I use the rear doors on my 23 access cab every single day for my needs. Was really one of the few big nails in the coffin for me with going this gen or last gen. I have the 4cyl n/a on mine and Iv never had an issues with it (power, capability fuel, ect.)

    • @DB-sd3cw
      @DB-sd3cw 6 місяців тому

      Whomst asked?

    • @davidhochstetler4068
      @davidhochstetler4068 6 місяців тому +5

      Well… it’s a 23. I wouldn’t brag about not having issues with it when it’s a year old

    • @thatoneotherotherguy
      @thatoneotherotherguy 6 місяців тому +4

      It's great that you find the 2TR 4cyl to have enough power for you, but that's a minority of users. That thing is a DOG, a dog's dog, in high altitude areas, mountain passes, hauling any kind of weight, or accelerating enough to avoid a crash. Wildly slow by modern standards. I'm halfway surprised they never dropped the 2.7L in the outgoing generation.

    • @MrLM002
      @MrLM002 6 місяців тому +1

      You can't get a 2024 2 door manual trans Tacoma either

    • @MeliorIlle
      @MeliorIlle 6 місяців тому

      You got like 10k on that truck and you're talking about no issues lol

  • @Affalterbach1967
    @Affalterbach1967 6 місяців тому +3

    Competent and mainstream truck, could be code named the 'Coma.

  • @Roddy451
    @Roddy451 6 місяців тому +1

    I could be wrong but I thought Jack's first review video was a Tacoma. If so, then I take he didn't get PTSD from that first experience. Just another dumb comment for the algorithm. The best automotive review videos are in this channel.

  • @dannoyes4493
    @dannoyes4493 6 місяців тому +1

    Well Done.

  • @crappy60
    @crappy60 6 місяців тому +23

    A couple things to address.
    1st~The 2.4 motor has been around for a very long time so as far as getting any kinks out of the motor, they should have everything ironed out by now because they’ve been using the same motor for so long.
    2nd~Everyone complaining about the V6 being gone hasn’t talked to the OG 22RE owners who have been boosting that motor for years now. Yes the 22RE is bulletproof but the concept of putting a turbo 4 cyl in a Tacoma or 4Runner should be a welcomed update.

    • @BenKempa
      @BenKempa 6 місяців тому +3

      The T24A FTS came out in 2021. I wouldn’t say it’s been out for a “very long time”.

    • @nastysoda9212
      @nastysoda9212 6 місяців тому +3

      absolutely wrong, the turbo lowers reliability by a massive amount and life of the engine.

    • @laundrieshanging9077
      @laundrieshanging9077 6 місяців тому +2

      @@nastysoda9212as a whole, id have to disagree. Slapping a turbo on a na engine, sure your comment is true. But engines nowadays, for the most part, are designed around the turbo. Its not the same as slapping a turbo on a na engine…

    • @crappy60
      @crappy60 5 місяців тому

      @@BenKempa it’s basically the Mazda/Ford 2.3, Scion had the 2.4S for a long time so in this regard the FTS would easily be a revised design.

    • @crappy60
      @crappy60 5 місяців тому

      @@nastysoda9212 not necessarily depends how much psi you’re trying to add. Tons of people have boosted junkyard Chevy 5.3s and made good lower. Even on smaller cars if you’re not trying push crazy psi adding a turbo is not adding a ticking time bomb.

  • @goforbroke2
    @goforbroke2 6 місяців тому +7

    In for the 350 WHP and 400 Torque tuned Tacoma’s.
    Interested to see how much abuse these new 4 cyl can take.

    • @user-ls1hk5dv1y
      @user-ls1hk5dv1y 6 місяців тому +1

      Tons of potential, esp once tuned on 91/93 and just a few bolt ons

    • @Ww8.3
      @Ww8.3 6 місяців тому

      It’s more like 320whp 500wtq tuned ;)

    • @goforbroke2
      @goforbroke2 6 місяців тому +1

      @@Ww8.3 While I agree with the torque number, people are definitely going squeeze more than 320whp out of these. After a tune, exhaust, and a down pipe lol, along with 93 octane. You know Toyota has these motors tuned so conservative, they probably run on cheap ass 87 octane. I feel like the drivetrain will be able to handle the 500 torque also, especially if the hybrid makes 465 torque stock.

    • @Ww8.3
      @Ww8.3 6 місяців тому

      @@goforbroke2 I don’t think it’s a big enough turbo imo. What turbo is in this thing? I believe it’s similar to a focus ST? I had a mazdaspeed 3 with a ko4 turbo (larger than st) and maxed out it was 325whp on e85

    • @goforbroke2
      @goforbroke2 6 місяців тому

      @@Ww8.3 It probably is a little turbo. These trucks are apparently making peak torque at like 1700 rpm, great for hauling or roasting the tires…
      The hybrids are probably going to have more potential though. The hybrid Highlander and Lexus RX500 hybrid sport both have 360+ hp stock and it’s the same engine in the hybrid Tacoma.

  • @BarnStangz
    @BarnStangz 6 місяців тому +1

    Pretty exciting that the one TRD color is McRib sauce red. I'll have to drive my '94 Yota pickup to the dealership to test out a new one...

  • @gobear83
    @gobear83 6 місяців тому +1

    Beauftul truck …got rid of my 2021 Taco , glad to see they have addressed all the short comings…the motor will be fine it’s been used in our markets for a long time ..and let’s face it ….its a Toyota

  • @singular9
    @singular9 6 місяців тому +18

    I think that a lot of people over rate the Tacoma V6 reliability. The 2.7 liter 4 cylinder is significantly better as far as longevity, pushing well into the 400K mile area with minimal work. The v6's on the other hand has suffered from a plethora of minor issues, including overheating due to its positioning, allowing cylinders 5 or 6 to leave the block through the back door before 200K miles, and sometimes earlier. The V6 although a great motor, is great in sedan form, where it comfortably outlasts the owner, but not in the trucks where it is mounted differently than it was originally intended. Still, 200K miles is nothing to scoff at, but you will find buyers way more willing to buy a 200K mile 2.7 over the 3.5.

    • @goforbroke2
      @goforbroke2 6 місяців тому +5

      It’s true I’ll be happy if my 4.0 in my Tacoma makes it to 300K, but the little 2.7’s last a lot longer than the V6 counterpart.
      Curious to see the longevity of this new 4 cyl turbo, especially after people start modding them with tunes etc…because it’s definitely going to happen.

    • @HEMI345S
      @HEMI345S 6 місяців тому

      Where was the 4.0L transverse mounted ???

    • @wayward03
      @wayward03 6 місяців тому +2

      I'm fairly certain it's not the same 3.5L that was in the camry and lexus cars for a decade or so.

    • @HerrPoopschitz
      @HerrPoopschitz 6 місяців тому +1

      When you build an engine that makes little to no power they can last a long time.

    • @andrewgus8763
      @andrewgus8763 6 місяців тому +4

      The problem is not the 2.4L turbo engine, it is the extremely complex Hybrid Max system that is added on top of it. It is a brand new system and the repair costs will be higher than a Prius.

  • @glsracer
    @glsracer 6 місяців тому +9

    The top end manual Tacoma is the only trim I'm interested in. I can't wait for the performance data to come out. I hope it can hit mid 6 seconds to 60.

    • @thewhitecarrot
      @thewhitecarrot 6 місяців тому +5

      Not a chance in hell.

    • @glsracer
      @glsracer 6 місяців тому

      @@thewhitecarrot you seem certain. I feel like this is a reasonable metric given the manual transmission and power of the engine. If it can't hit 60 in 6.5 seconds or less stock or with light tuning then it will have inadequate performance while towing anything near its rated load.

    • @kevindust2712
      @kevindust2712 6 місяців тому +1

      @@thewhitecarrot The current Tacoma manual V6 does 0-60 in the low 7 second range, it is entirely plausible that the 4th gen truck with the sizable torque gain will do 0-60 in mid 6 seconds.

  • @Littleathquakes
    @Littleathquakes 6 місяців тому +1

    the seating position was what i was hoping they’d fix. Im not even in the market & i remember sitting in the past 2 generations at auto shows where the seating was so uncomfortable

  • @MisterSkizzels
    @MisterSkizzels 6 місяців тому +2

    I had to rent a shitty 4cyl turbo ford ranger to take from Northern Illinois to the bowels of Indiana - I was surprised on the gas mileage and the power that load of wheeled fecal matter gave me. I was also surprised about how "big" the "small" trucks are now getting....If Toyota can outdo that Ranger they really have a winner on their hands.

  • @PianoBlackTrimRep.
    @PianoBlackTrimRep. 6 місяців тому +5

    You would have to be crazy to buy this over a Frontier Pro4x that has a proven powertrain.

  • @NUCLEARpRETZEL3
    @NUCLEARpRETZEL3 6 місяців тому +11

    I had a '17 TRD Sport previously. My god was that thing annoying to drive - especially in traffic. The drivetrain was truly bad. Very much agree with it having to hunt for gears, revving up to 5k to go from 0 - 10 mph in first gear, etc. Really happy to hear that they've made great improvements to an almost perfect truck.

  • @aaoaaa
    @aaoaaa 6 місяців тому +1

    New Panamera ACTIVE RIDE SYSTEM. Can you do an episode explaining the engineering of that revolutionary technology please? as it seems to be changing the industry soon! Especially the racing motorcycle ride option. It blew my mind how no one thought of that before 🤯

  • @fegik5922
    @fegik5922 6 місяців тому

    can't wait for that Cayenne review

  • @michaelburton
    @michaelburton 6 місяців тому +6

    Omg that air dam!! 😂😂😂 id be ripping that off first thing 🙈

    • @TheCarGuru
      @TheCarGuru 6 місяців тому +3

      I thought the same thing the second I saw it. Sadly - gas mileage will suffer as a result.

    • @Spaghetti989
      @Spaghetti989 6 місяців тому

      I like the gas mileage gain, it just looks like money in my wallet instead of my fuel tank

    • @DB-sd3cw
      @DB-sd3cw 6 місяців тому

      90% of tacoma drivers even leave a paved road. Probably good to just keep it on.

    • @DragonKnightX12
      @DragonKnightX12 6 місяців тому

      ​​@@DB-sd3cwMeh. Like most of these things probably doesn't add enough to be really worth worrying about.
      People ple that are gonna lift might as well chuck it.

  • @planbparadise2046
    @planbparadise2046 6 місяців тому +3

    When that music started I was expected some Cowboy to start singing with his rusty voice 😉 PS, According to the "Car Care Nut" we shouldn't worry about Toyota's new 4 cyl. Turbo engine's reliablility. We will see.... (HEY, NEW END LOGO)

  • @joeboland95
    @joeboland95 6 місяців тому

    Bought a 2023 Off-road manual and considering trading in for one of these once the dust settles a bit. Looking forward to seeing people's comparison in the manual transmission because the 3rd Gen doesn't feel great to shift

  • @TexanApollyon
    @TexanApollyon 6 місяців тому +1

    I'm hyped. Gonna buy a manual

  • @lbjgh
    @lbjgh 6 місяців тому +6

    As a Honda Ridgeline owner I'm still happy with my purchase over the taco. V6 and can carry a 4x8 sheet of plywood. I wish the Ridgeline came with a turbo 4 though

    • @HerrPoopschitz
      @HerrPoopschitz 6 місяців тому +1

      Have you checked to see if there’s a recall on your V6 yet? Just found out about it a few days ago. I’m done w/ Honda products.

    • @tyhyhh
      @tyhyhh 6 місяців тому +3

      ​@@HerrPoopschitzthey all get recalls lol

    • @HerrPoopschitz
      @HerrPoopschitz 6 місяців тому

      @@tyhyhh not to replace the whole engine…and not sure why the ‘lol’

    • @lbjgh
      @lbjgh 6 місяців тому

      @@HerrPoopschitz not on my car...

  • @herrerajoey2
    @herrerajoey2 6 місяців тому +5

    As a current Tacoma owner my question is, do I still need to cut and weld to fit 33's?

    • @donleamon8653
      @donleamon8653 6 місяців тому

      No, TFL confirmed 33s will fit without mods.

    • @herrerajoey2
      @herrerajoey2 6 місяців тому

      @@donleamon8653 what about 35's?

    • @JacesOwnWorld
      @JacesOwnWorld 6 місяців тому

      @@herrerajoey2why are you putting 35’s on this pueny small truck in the first place??? Just buy a SXS if you want to actually, for real, off-road…

    • @herrerajoey2
      @herrerajoey2 6 місяців тому

      @@JacesOwnWorld because I live in Colorado and go off roading and camping.
      Side by sides are fun but they take all the fun out of rock crawling on trails for me.
      You don't have to think through your lines.
      That's why you see women and children driving rentals on difficult trails here.
      I will say SXS are awesome in Arizona and would definitely buy one if I lived there.
      If my 3rd gen performs just fine with no regard and 34s I think the hybrid would handle 35s.

    • @herrerajoey2
      @herrerajoey2 6 місяців тому

      @@JacesOwnWorld lol, and believe me I do go "real off-roading".

  • @MeltingRubberZ28
    @MeltingRubberZ28 6 місяців тому +2

    What's the payload with the coil rear?

  • @nathanielshrieves9893
    @nathanielshrieves9893 6 місяців тому +1

    How was the backseat? More legroom or about the same?