2016 / 2017 Toyota Tacoma Review and Road Test | DETAILED in 4K UHD

What's new? Toyota swapped in a set of tried-and-true transmissions, fitted a Lexus V6 under the hood, tweaked the frame and formed it out of stronger steel and covered it in new sheetmetal. On the inside we get a new dashboard, infotainment systems from the Highlander and a steering wheel from the larger Tundra. If you're a Taco man, that's all you need to know before you run out and buy one. For the rest of us, join me as we dive deep into the latest "Taco."
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[@joeracer302]

First thing I noticed when I opened the 3rd gen Tacoma's hood was there is a lot of room in the engine bay. Everything looks easily accessible and should be very easy to work on. Most modern engine bays aren't so friendly.

[@dbarton8651]

Just bought this truck and I couldn't be happier!!! Government Motors would NEVER be an option for me and my family.EVER!!!

[@kylera9932]

I noticed your 4Runner picture I was wondering do you still have it? After getting the Tacoma and how do they compare as far as handling?

[@jeffhorton8737]

to people bitching about the price and say that they should just buy a full size truck. most people don't want a big full size truck.

[@jayduke3373]

I would replace most with some

[@jaysimpson5832]

You have the best, informative reviews on the web. Good job once again.

[@TKKT1234]

Very thorough and informative review. One of the best videos out there about the 2016 Tacomas. Like the numbers and comparisons clearly laid out on the screen. Great effort!

[@CtrlTechKev]

I really like this review for the new Tacoma much better than other reviews because you actually talk about what packages you can get and what accessories are available as well as a comparison to previous Tacomas. A lot of reviews out there only talk about the trim they got their hands on and criticize what they don't have which you could get in other trim levels. You seem to educate yourself on the what is available. Good job!

[@torquer9669]

Alex, I enjoy your reviews. You bring a pretty level attitude and opinions to them, which I appreciate. Could you show and comment on ingress/egress issues front and back on all reviews? For many buyers, and particularly with certain vehicles, we need to know if we can get in and out easily. Keep up the great work!

[@philippluklas]

Amazing review. I wonder how I only discovered your channel now -after years of watching car reviews

[@edwardo3270]

Thanks Alex for your detailed review and personal choice for trucks.

[@athletejmv]

I was told the locking tonneau cover offered on the Taco is being recalled after trying to purchase one at my local dealer. You'll see why at 6:30. The seals are lifting... just thought I'd share....

[@fauzmalik3092]

Reliability above all else! Just picked up my 2020. Love it!

[@dwightadas5230]

Thank you for your detailed review. It was reasonably objective and informative with a lot of information. Thanks again.

[@sbriscoe13]

great, detailed review. Thank you! I love the interior and for me, the busier the better! I like a lot of buttons. Love the layout they have in there

[@sinanalnaib4226]

Excellent Review Alex

[@ChickennGritss]

I have 2016, Tacoma, 3.5 V6, auto,access cab, 4 wd, the best fuel.... 26 mpg, my average is 23.7 mpg... Highway and county is 70% of my travel, with 30% city travel... not bad. I like this truck. Thanks for your great reviews Alex excellent delivery and very informative.

[@moparlover1968rr]

Had a 2013 Ram 1500 with the V6 and 8 speed, great gas mileage 22-25 city highway, towed a 24' 5th wheel from Tucson to Mohave Valley and averaged 14.5mpg at 60mph. Mine was a double cab and paid 23.3k plus fees, but now that the truck is popular you'd be lucky to get it for under 29k.

[@marcaliventialiventi765]

I was reading somewhere that the Tacoma was not a comfortable truck for long trips. Any feedback retiring soon and going on a lot of camping trips or just get a tundra

[@MarioDallaRiva]

Thanks, Alex. How did the gator skin seats feel while driving? Reminds me of carpet runners my parents had on their gold shag carpets in the 1970s 😝 Man, that stuff was rough and indestructible. Centre console in the Tacoma?? Looks very utilitarian. I do like the exterior styling.

[@scottfurlong5475]

What is with the trapezoidal grills going on everything? Does Sony have the copyrights to all the other shapes?

[@hfwilkesjr]

Hey Alex🍻 can you test a new Taco? They’ve made some significant changes since this test and I’d like to know your thoughts on the TRD Off Road. I just picked up a ‘22 double cab with the premium package, tech package and 6ft bed. Thanks for this review and your many others!

[@letsfindout6587]

I have a 2018 Colorado debating if I should trade it in for one of these hmmm dose it have a gas cap?

[@305ssmonte5]

Awesome review.

[@vashbier7681]

Fantastic review Alex as always. I'm going to buy this truck in the coming months for myself and a Venza for my wife. Will you be doing a review on the 2016 Venza in the near future? Thanks for the consideration.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

+Vashek Usov The Venza was cancelled actually and there will be no 2016 model in the USA

[@vashbier7681]

That's unfortunate. Do you know the reason why? Thanks again!

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

+Vashek Usov Poor sales was the main reason

[@NaijaBoiTellEm]

+Vashek Usov Get a used one: I think the wife will like it. My dad has 2005 Tacoma Double Cab and my mom has a 2010 Venza. Both are excellent vehicles that have treated the 'rents well and have sold me on the idea of getting a Toyota myself. Like Alex said, Toyota is discontinuing the Venza. I think 'Yota had enough options in the CUV/SUV levels and the Venza didn't really stand out. I think it's still an excellent vehicle that your wife will enjoy.

[@subob5293]

you are a big fool.

[@winomaster]

Hyundai is missing a great opportunity to enter the US truck market. They could build a truck like the Ford Ranger that rode a bit softer, like the Chevy S-10. ..and they would sell huge numbers. Lots of people out there just need a cheap truck. Ford and GM have no interest in that low profit end of the market.

[@jamesr7583]

Does this mean we have a review on the Colorado/Canyon coming soon? :)

[@johnarmlovesguam]

Good job. Please review the new Honda Ridgeline.

[@scottfurlong5475]

I recently took out a TRD Sport double cab long box and was surprised with the fuel economy. I drove my local roads with many hills, turns and very rough surfaces for about an hour and 15 minutes. I didn't baby it, I pretty much drove it like I drive my current truck so I had some idea of what I would attain in real life. The truck's on board computer stated 10.3L/100KM (22.8 mpg). I can't get any better than 16L/100 km (14.7 mpg) from my current truck and that's just one reason why I'm downsizing.

[@ricky3506]

Alex what would you recommend/buy wth your money, this or a Chevy Colorado ? Please advise. Great review as always.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

+Ricky S As I said at the end, I'd take the GMC Canyon if it were my money on the line.

[@deadlivewire]

Alex, are you doing a Chevy Colorado/GMC review?

[@devile1000]

Tacoma's aren't sold. ....... they're handed down......😀

[@Kureni]

Alex, are you going to eventually do the 2016 honda civic review?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

+Jonathan Lin (Keplar) Probably late december.

[@teknightrider2586]

Once again Alex NAILS it!!! Seriously Alex you catch everything (even the vibration comment on the old Tacoma's)...just LOVE your reviews! I've personally owned a 2000 Tundra Access Cab; 2005 Tundra Double Cab; 2011 5.7L Tundra Crew Max, and currently we have (my wife's) 2013 Tacoma Double Cab TRD Sport 4x4 V6 w/TRD CatBack Exhaust... I have enjoyed our 2013 for the most part...the smaller Tacoma handles better...feels more like my 2008 Toyota Highlander did (which I really liked). On our 2013 Tacoma we have also experienced that driveline vibration. I've honestly been very frustrated with Toyota between our 2013 Avalon Hybrid Limited w/Tech (horrid cheap squeaking and rattly interior w/headliner falling down VERY un-Toyota like). Then Toyota's MAJOR problems with their 2.4L Engines Burning Oil issues (so I just auctioned off our "kid use car" 2007 Camry Hybrid and bought a used 2015 Civic EX-L)...and now our 2013 Tacoma Driveline issues...I can hardly wait until Honda comes out with the all new Ridgeline. Unless Honda really screws up the all new Ridgeline...there will be a 2013 Tacoma up For Sale and an ALL Honda lineup will be in our garage after owning 31 cars in my young 47 years. ;-)

[@teknightrider2586]

+James Wisriko That might be true, James. :-) But I don't think I could ever go back to domestic...even though I realize everything is a mixed bad now days like back to an Isuzu Colorado (flashback Chevy Luv). Here is my domestic truck lineage...I'd owned a (new at the time) '94 Suburban 3/4 Ton w/454 & 4.10 rear end...then when Chevy bought that back after being in the shop 6 months out of the year we had it (and knowing 4 others in town who'd had theirs bought back the same year)...we decided to not get another Burb...and instead bought a Used '92 F-150 w/96K miles and the ole straight Six & 5-Speed Manual (transmission made by Mazda)...that was a contrast..and did OK until TONS of electrical problems at 108K miles...then I bought our new '97 Cummins Dodge (which was awesome). It got 22 MPG unless pulling our boat (where it would get 16 MPG). It did great until the transmission started to go at 33K miles...they fixed it but by then I'd had enough domestics and the 2000 Tundra was out...so probably no Buick's for me. ;-) But a new Honda Ridgeline...that would tempt me...at least for my wide butt. ;-)

[@teknightrider2586]

+James Wisriko I agree on the 2015 and older...that's where I'd only be interested to see what Honda brings when 2017 is all new and looks more like a regular truck. :-)

[@megapixel2004]

+TEKnight Rider I bought into that Isuzu Colorado and I gotta say it was the single worst decision in my car purchasing history. I spent more time underneath it in the driveway than in the driver's seat. I'd like to think Chevy did better with the new Colorado, though. I've always liked the Tacoma (and own the new one) but I wanted to add that the Ridgeline DEFINITELY tempted me. I had a friend whose driveway was through a river **no bridge** and during rainy seasons when his chevy 1500 would bog down on the way to the mailbox, his Ridgeline got him across the riverbed no problem. Friends parked their Rams and Silverados at his gate and he'd come out and pick him up in his Honda. That was shocking for me.

[@espi3324]

Just to be clear, are you saying you CAN NOT downshift into a lower gear?

[@megapixel2004]

+Michael Esposito I can answer this. You can absolutely downshift. I bought a 2016 Tacoma about 250 miles ago. the 3.5L does deliver some impressive performance above 3k rpm, but coming from an older Tacoma with a 4.0 and a 5 speed, I'm left hurting for the torque. I miss being able to break loose those back tires and hate that I lost that with 3rd gen Tacoma. Without the ability to downshift with the S-mode transmission feature, I'd probably never have even considered the purchase. Let's face it, I hate working a clutch in stop and go. Anyway, it's nice to pop it over into S and downshift when I want to pass or get to the powerband.

[@leadnsteel]

Nice truck although the mpg is dissapointing to say the least only 20 combined I like that this is more offroad capable, 9.5'' ground clearence, electronic locking diff, and hill descent mode with the trd package. The only way I would get the GM small truck is if they bring back the ZR2 off road version. They teased us with that back in 2014 with a concept and I wish it would be made.

[@CarnutMM]

Bought this truck in TRD OR and I love it.

[@JosephSmith72]

Good review Alex. However I still went out and purchased the 2016 Nissan Frontier Pro4X. It was just more comfortable, has more "Daily Driver" comforts to me and after taking it 4X4ing its an absolute mountain goat. Maybe in the 3 years when I'm ready to try a different mid sized truck Toyota Tacoma will be a little more daily driver friendly. After all, I don't spend all my time off roading even though I wish I could! Keep up the good reviews Alex!

[@wanderingaloudwithmark3057]

+Joseph Smith I am trying to decide between the Nissan PRO-4X and the Toyota TRD off road. Do you have the Nissan now?

[@BTC909]

The resale is so high you will get a large chunk of that 40K back.

[@TVfanfanatic]

+Ivan Vojt I still can't understand why the resale on these trucks is so high. Why buy a used Tacoma if the 2-3 yr old used one is almost the same price as a new model?

[@andrewc9234]

+TVfanfanatic agreed but if you only plane to keep it for a few years and dump it, its great though (not my cup of tea)

[@BTC909]

+TVfanfanatic Crazy reliable. I sat in one, couldn't stand it. Even a few year old CR-V is the same, almost new prices for a 3 year old previous body style.

[@BTC909]

Wait for model year end deals.

[@eltonpham2165]

Jason yes but once u drive that new car off the lot the value goes down

[@pcdude2394]

I'll wait until 2017 Tacoma to come out. I hear people complain It constantly up-shifts and then only to down-shift on the slightest incline or any slight acceleration. I can understand it's the 1st 6 speed auto for the Tacoma. I almost pulled the trigger to get this truck, but I'll wait until 2017 and see if the transmission bug has been fixed. I can live with my 2003 4runner for another year or two.

[@charredskeleton]

I've only had 2 vehicles with 4 wheel disk. 1 impresses, the other DIDN'T. I feel my Dodge nitro excells in braking particularly when towing. I had an older super duty who's 4 wheel disk felt far less robust then the disk/drum setup in every other truck I'd driven. The 4 wheel disk in an 03 f150 that I've worked on and driven was unremarkable, on par with older disk/drum designs.

[@robg5509]

Who has a 2016 with higher mileage? How do u like it?

[@angeljimenez2112]

what about a chevy colorado review

[@generalpatton272]

What full size 4x4 pickup gets 19mpg?

[@jayduke3373]

I think it's more about being reliable if they did something to save gas it probably be less reliable

[@Ruva226]

Please do a review a jeep wrangler unlimited !

[@moviesmetalmusicmotorvehic4828]

If I were to buy one, I'd get the TRD Pro and modify it to make it even more off road worthy.

[@moviewatcher1024]

My taste for pickup trucks is 180 opposite from Alex. I only like turbo diesel. I only like manual transmission. I only like 4x4. Regarding pricing, my research showed that the Toyota Tacoma less expensive than the GMC Canyon.

[@codygubernick9928]

love it

[@philippluklas]

Love this truck. Wish I had the money for it. Will probably go for a CX-5 Grand Touring and save 10k

[@A_guan]

Alex, I thought the Tacoma came with a gopro mount near the rear view mirror or did toyota ditch that idea

[@NOLAItsNotOva]

All Tacomas come with them. He just forgot about it

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

+NOLAItsNotOva I didn't forget about it, it just didn't seem that useful to me so I skipped it

[@NOLAItsNotOva]

+Alex on Autos Ah, ok gotcha

[@A_guan]

+Alex on Autos you could have mounted your gopro there for the road test portion

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

+Tech Defender I tried it but I didn't like the position.

[@CalvinHikes]

Not feeling the 3 adds.

[@Yogangster1995]

If you hit ECT power, it deliver more power and faster throttle response and help with acceleration.

[@megapixel2004]

+Yogangster1995 yeah seriously. WTF is up with that magic button??? Did the EPA cause this?

[@Yogangster1995]

I have no idea. And it's not like im just talking without having actually tried it. I test drove this new truck back in early November, and tested getting on the freeway with and without that button.. makes a world of a difference for such a seemingly insignificant gimmicky button.

[@megapixel2004]

+Yogangster1995 Yeah. I did the same thing. If that ECT button didn't exist, there wouldn't be a 2016 Tacoma sitting in my driveway right now!

[@Yogangster1995]

James Mayfield Haha dude nice! Out of curiousity which model did you end up getting?

[@megapixel2004]

+Yogangster1995 I got the TRD Off Road. Double cab short bed. I might have gone with the TRD Sport but history has taught me a locking rear diff is a handy thing to have.

[@jimmybaggs5342]

Love the dash shape, but too expensive for what you get.

[@victorw5796]

limited and no power seats?? Hmmm, That's an interesting decision by Toyota

[@guyproulx1660]

+Victor W power seats belong on a luxury car, not on an off roader, 95% of the time they are only used once

[@4runner510]

What's so hard about manually adjusting your seat? Odds are you're going to be the only one driving it anyway

[@RobertLeBlancPhoto]

Does it have cheap, rear drum brakes as rumored?

[@winomaster]

+James Wisrik But don't they eliminate the possibility of anti-lock braking?

[@joeracer302]

+Robert LeBlanc While I agree drum brakes suck to work, don't look cool, and offer less braking capability than some discs, there honestly isn't much need for rear discs on a truck if you aren't towing a lot. The majority of the weight is on the front wheels in a truck, and during braking this is only exasperated. This means there is little traction in the rear for brakes, so probably 70-80% of braking occurs from the front. If you're towing there is more weight on the rear, so the rear brakes can be more aggressive. Since the majority of Tacoma owners don't tow a lot Toyota thought it would be a good way to save $ and focus on improving other areas that matter more to owners. Another reason is drums deal better with being submerged in water, which is not an uncommon occurrence when offroading, and a lot of Tacoma owners love to offroad. I again love disc brakes, but from an engineering standpoint their decision makes sense. It's just a difficult idea to sell to the public.

[@bubbabusta8373]

What's sad is some of the newer Silverados had drums which doesn't make sense

[@bubbabusta8373]

Not if you're pulling loads say a 40ft goose neck with oil field equipment.

[@joeracer302]

bunker busta People who are doing that probably aren't looking at a Tacoma ... Pick the right tool for the job.

[@jasonx4008]

im very torn between the tacoma and the new colorado. both trucks have their pros and cons. The toyota has its proven reliability and resale value, while the colorado has a nicer interior, a better ride, and more leg and head room (im 6'6"). and in my opinion both look equally good. decisions decisions.

[@mcse-nv2ou]

I have a 2017 Tacoma TRD 4x4 LEMON with 10,500 miles. Starting off on a grade it clicks like a spindle then goes bang bang bang steel crashing together sound. Horrible, whole truck shakes. Anyone out there experience this? Mechanic said its traction control. Now they say its hill assist. TOYOTA WILL NOT WARRANTY> They say its normal operation. Locked up trying to get onto a busy thoroughfare. Had to back into the parking lot I came out of. Scary Scary. I bought this last truck I am a senior. It is a big big mistake. Any advise ? Lemon Law Lawyer here in Oklahoma says I need to get it in 2 more times on the same issue but Since Toyota says its "normal operation" Dealerships wont service it. Big Scam. Now they say contact the attorney general. You want this headache? By the way the Tacoma's wont tow at all at all even at half it's tow rating. Constant struggling shifting out on highway to maintain speeds even when not towing. Just letting you know these Toyota Tacoma's aren't all they are cracked up to be. Also the customer service people are arrogant and rude. Had service lied to me about reproducing the issue no problems found. Service guy lied, Toyota Dealership , Ardmore Oklahome....Kicking myself for trading in my 2014 Chev 4x4...

[@budcargeorge]

Alex you covered a lot of bases, very good review but I think you are off on the 0-60 times. The old Tacoma was tied in the 1/4 mile with the GM last year. The GM is 1000-lbs heavier and PUTC did a dyno test on those massive midsizers which are really a full sized truck. The Canyon only gets 228hp to the ground and the 238 hp Tacoma got 197hp that's only 31 more hp out of the GM that makes it to the ground in a heavier vehicle with a flat throttle and poor transmission mapping. I bet this new Tacoma gets more hp to the ground than the GM does. This Tacoma already beats the 1/4 mile times that GM posted last year in another review. Also, that diesel at 4800 more also comes with very slow 1/4 mile times, poor acceleration, pollutes the air with Nox (soot) doesn't heat the cab up in cold climates, costs more to maintain, needs def fluid and stinks your clothes and hands up to high heaven every time you touch those greasy fuel pumps and many fuelling stations don't offer diesel. Just a pain in the ass to own a diesel, only good for commercial buyers and a few select idiots.

[@steveo4141]

Great review.... goddamn annoying when advertising jumps in at less than 4min in 🤮

[@PhilKanuOji]

Alex, we've become partial to your reviews, and now we feel ignorant unless we hear from you. Please give us the lowdown on the Teslas because no one has been able to do justice to explaining the Teslas!

[@moparlover1968rr]

Agree Nissan is dated but love my Frontier for towing and gas mileage. The Chevy is over priced and the bed is way too tall in my opinion. The Tacoma is great but it is significantly larger than the frontier and cost is easily 5k difference.

[@ChristopherWalkenPUA]

awwww yeeeeeeeah

[@BTC909]

The GVWR isn't over 6000 pounds so this isn't considered a 'Commercial Vehicle' so you can't write off the payments for business use. You would be better off with the RAM 1500 Eco Diesel.

[@joeracer302]

+Ivan Vojt Why do so many business use small pickups then? I see the Canyon and Tacoma used frequently in my area. They aren't towing with them, just using them as shop vehicles, but still a work vehicle so you can get a tax break right? I knew a guy who owned his own company and he put a sticker of his company's logo on his Corvette's door and called it his "work vehicle" for tax purposes. How would using a Tacoma be any different? Sorry, I'm not familiar with the tax laws, just looking for more info if you know, thanks :)

[@BTC909]

+joeracer302 Ideally you want to write off the "business miles" (any vehicle can do that) but also be able to write off the payments on the vehicle as well (that's where the personal vs. commercial restrictions apply).

[@joeracer302]

Ivan Vojt Oh I see, and you need a certain tow capacity to meet commercial vehicle then? Also, I think the Tacoma is rated over 6000lbs to tow, at least according to their website. Is that different than the GVWR?

[@BTC909]

+joeracer302 Vehicle weight.

[@joeracer302]

Ivan Vojt Oh I see, thanks for the clarification. I probably could have just Google it first, which I did do, but thanks for explaining :)

[@yayankee1]

Still no ford explorer....

[@z50king29]

You speak of choosing Tacoma due to it's reliability after saying you would rather have the Canyon? LOLOLOLOL

[@SR-cp1eo]

Wow, 2160p makes even weeds look good.

[@jayduke3373]

thi biggest problem witht he tacoma is the cabin

[@ramirogmail1977]

I hear what youre saying but people keep buying it

[@kamikazikaizer]

Still no power seats

[@BernonCars]

It's a Tacoma...

[@mountainhobo]

I fail to see the value proposition of the Tacoma vs. F-150 or Silverado, particularly considering smaller and less comfortable interior, a mediocre fuel economy, and a lofty price. The requirements for offroadability these days are also greatly exaggerated for 99.9% of the users. Both F-150 and Silverado in 4WD will go just about anywhere short of crazy trails, and have done so since inception.

[@kipamore]

+mountainhobo I think you'd have to be smoking banana peels to pick the Taco over any of the other trucks. The only thing it really has going for it is resale value, and if you are buying a car just so you can resell it, you are an idiot and you probably should just take public transportation.

[@kevindust2712]

+mountainhobo I just ordered a 2016 Tacoma Double Cab Short Box TRD Sport V6 4x4 6M with the upgrade package, MSRP with freight (not what I paid) is $39,825 CAD. A comparably equipped F-150 (crew cab, short box, 4x4, body colored trim, navigation, heated seats, dual climate control, sunroof, sliding rear window, heated mirrors, tow package, bed liner, blind spot monitoring) has an MSRP of $56,800 CAD plus I'm stuck with an automatic transmission - which I hate. Factoring in available discounts (say $2K on the Taco and $10K on the Ford), the delta is still $8975 plus tax (13% here) and interest. The value proposition is very clear to me.

[@bubbabusta8373]

The new gm twins and ford f-150 all cost more a xlt v6 is like 35k.

[@joeracer302]

+mountainhobo Comparably equipped full size costs ~$15k more, and some people like having something that is smaller and easier to maneuver around town. You already mentioned the resale (Tacoma highest of all vehicles) and off road capability. The resale value is because of the reliability and low maintenance costs. Some people are willing to take the hit on gas mileage for lower maintenance/repair costs.  Personally, an F150 won't fit in my garage, and I like having a truck that can fit in parking spots easily. I know there are other vehicles with AWD that are smaller, something like a Rav4 (my wife has one), but I like the pickup bed and off road capability of the Tacoma. For me the selling point was the reliability though. My wife has owned the Rav4 since new in 1998, and I've also owned a Camry since 2009. I've owned a lot of other "fun" cars, but for my daily driver I like to buy something and keep it for a long time that I don't have to fuck with and I know can go 200k+ miles no problem. I'll drive them till the wheels fall off, but turn wrenches on my project car during the weekend :) The Tacoma has juuuusst enough tow capability to tow my project car if needed, but I have always just paid $50 to have it towed vs. buying/renting a trailer, so I really don't worry about towing ... so yea, I hope this helps explains why someone would go in and order a Tacoma over a fullsize like I have :)

[@joeracer302]

James Wisrik Ford trucks are assembled in the US, but most of the parts (drivetrain, etc.) are manufactured in Mexico. I guess Mexico is still part of America, just not the US :) This is true of most auto companies. Final assembly is done in the US to avoid import tariffs (although there are trade treaties that allow some concession when "importing" from Mexico or Canada), but the parts are manufactured somewhere else ... The design, development, testing, etc., is still done in the US, but the vehicles aren't as "American" as people want to think. A lot of $ is still going overseas to pay non-Americans to manufacture ... Toyota trucks are also assembled in the US, and they do development and testing here in the US also. By a lot of metrics this makes their trucks as American as US manufacturers ...

[@slbzzb9944]

its not a compact truck its a midsize truck

[@winomaster]

The thing that occurs to me about both the Toyota & Nissen pickups is that they do not appear to be making much of an effort to be competitive in the lucrative US truck market. They seem to be sending us just their product that they sell to third-world countries. These are by necessity very rugged to handle the rugged conditions in the third world. Lots of the areas over their are "off-road". As a result we are getting trucks that don't meet US standards of headroom and seats elevation. Nor do they style these trucks to appeal to the US buyers. The exteriors are not too bad, but the interior design is essentially cartoonish. You would never see such indifference to western design in a Honda, for instance. When you consider how profitable the US market can be, it seems absurd how little effort is going into designing for US buyers. Toyota, for one, is essentially just a niche play. They are investing nothing in providing specific product for the US. The content themselves with taking a slice of the US market solely of the basis of their extraordinary ruggedness. It makes me think they have made a political decision not to threaten the US automakers sole source of profits...feeling that the move would bring out protectionist sentiment. (In the US, GM, Ford $ Chrysler make most of their profits on trucks.

[@kevindust2712]

+winomaster "You would never see such indifference to western design in a Honda, for instance." Ummm, have you seen the 1st generation Ridgeline? I'm not one of those people that hate on the Ridgeline for being a FWD based unibody pickup, I think it does what it was designed to do quite well, but it is certainly indifferent to Western design.

[@guyproulx1660]

+winomaster isn't it funny how the old gen Tacoma was still outselling the new gen twins 2 to 1 combined lol

[@winomaster]

+guy proulx It tells you how value oriented a large part of the market is. Give them ruggedness and reliability and they are happy... even if you sit on the floor of the cab and it rides as if it had no shocks.

[@guyproulx1660]

winomaster i'd rather have a truck that will get me from point A to point B than a computer filled with bells and whistles and that has very poor reliability, that's why i call it the RECALL-ORADO lol

[@TheTechCguy]

It's not a compact truck anymore. It's midsized.

[@ast5515]

The 159 hp engine is a joke. For something this heavy and meant to tow stuff around, it just doesn't make sense.

[@megapixel2004]

+ast5515 I gotta say when I saw those figures I was shocked. I didn't know there were still 4 cylinders turning out figures that low these days, much less in a nearly 4k lb truck. I guess if you look at the older vehicles it doesn't seem SO bad. Chevy's 4.3 V6 generated about 165 horsepower back in the 90s. But that was for a much lighter truck and it had a LOTTTT more torque.

[@ast5515]

+James Mayfield Here in Europe we have cars with 100-180 hp engines in normal cars. No V6 due to emission crap. But the thing is, our cars weigh half as much, so it's not really an issue.

[@ford_ram_chevy5703]

+ast5515 In 1996 my Nissan hardbody had 134hp 154lb torque which was pretty respectable since its a 12v sohc engine

[@ast5515]

Datsun ford But that was 20 years ago. And this is 2015. Or... 2016 now, because there was no facelift since.

[@ford_ram_chevy5703]

ast5515 Yes times have changed but the build quality of a Nissan hardbody is pretty damn good

[@georgesawtooth2214]

Slow unimpressive power from the 3.5L V6 make this truck boring.

[@thomaspaul2465]

Alex what speeds are these trucks limited to in 4x4. After a certain speed you cant do the switch from 2wd to 4x4 and my 2015 Tacoma is limited to how fast it can go in 4x4, what a piece of shit system. Is the Colorado built the same way. Also the Canyon has some type of awd system and what is its limitations if any. I would have bought the Canyon over my 2015 Tacoma but hated the throttle response and hated the low front bumper, and it is harder to park and the TRD suspension with the bilstein shocks in the Tacoma handles the shit roads I live on like its riding on cotton in comparison. The Canyon just bottomed out on a lot of the bigger woops and potholes.

[@Armani335i07]

stop compare this tacoma to something else who care..Tacoma lover is alway lover

[@shadowdance4666]

What horrible gas mileage! Put in a diesel Toyota or taking a walk elsewhere

[@scottfurlong5475]

I really don't like this interior. Toyota has so many resources at it's disposal with Lexus that this interior should be much, much better. That midsection on the dash is very busy but more so, it looks old. There are times when I feel like I'm looking at an eighties era Toyota.

[@megapixel2004]

+Scott F. Have you seen the cloth interior? It doesn't have that pleather strip. Looks pretty modern, coming from the last gen.

[@scottfurlong5475]

+James Mayfield No, I haven't sat in one yet. I plan to take one out because I'll be in the market for a truck soon and I really love the exterior. However, I don't know if I can live with the interior or even the size of this truck.

[@megapixel2004]

+Scott F. Well one things for sure, it isn't for everybody. I'm 6' tall and I think if I were any taller (or even wider, and I'm pretty slim) would put me looking at a full size. I have the TRD Off Road and like the interior a lot better than the Limited that's in this vid. I definitely agree with you that Toyota could have done better. Unfortunately, I have to admit I'm a fan-boy because of the resale value and reliability. That bias has probably blinded me to the new generation's flaws. Being unbiased probably puts you in a better buying position!

[@Yogangster1995]

+Scott F. As consumers, we all have different expectations, but I feel like the interior is just fine. It's modern enough so you can use your phone to play music, dual climate control, and a few other neat features for the modern era, but simple enough that it wont distract you from the road. After all, for me at least, i don't get a truck for the luxuries. I get it for the capabilities on the road. But that's just me.

[@scottfurlong5475]

+Yogangster1995 I hear ya loud and clear. It's a very capable and popular truck, the sales numbers tell that story. I guess I'm one of those guys who are on the other end of the spectrum. I need a truck to do the day to day family stuff with the kids when my wife has the van. I'd like to put gear, tools and lumber in the back without worrying about the interior or folding down seats. I'm so used to all the creature comforts of the mini van that I tend to look at what the interior has to offer me rather than how capable the truck is. I'm using the old van as a makeshift truck because I can't use my work truck for personal use. I remove the seats when I need to carry gear, I install the seats when I need to carry kids and I mix them up sometimes. I have gone to get kids with no seats in the van. My situation sucks and so I need a truck.

[@gncc600]

You really can't compare a canyon or colorado to the tacoma. Resale value alone blows the competition out of the water. The tacoma will depreciate much slower. And anything made by FCA (RAM) will drop like a rock. Unless the price is insanely cheaper you can't buy a Chevrolet or FCA product over a Tacoma or you will be flushing your money down the toilet over the next few years. I highly doubt the difference in performance or anything else between the trucks could be significant enough to buy the other garbage American brands.

[@Siwulam]

I understand he has to compare something to other trucks but the GM trucks are shit. They have many problems and the resale value on a GM is a joke. I would take a C+ Tacoma or a B GM truck just for reliability and resale value.

[@subob5293]

IF you buy a 2016 17 18 you will be sorry . the v6 an auto trans dont work.

[@santiagoluna3599]

I got the 2015 with the 4.0, great truck

[@FirstnameLastname-ni9uh]

zubob 52 can you explain why they suck?

[@AJ-cr8ic]

I've owned all generations of the Taco (now have the newest) and this is just hater B.S.... garbage comment

[@emorynecessary4328]

Bad review be damned.....I'd still make sure my kids don't do drugs.

[@subob5293]

Toyota changed the moror an trans in the 2016 and made a dam big screew up. thats why the lots are full of them. buyer be ware.

[@jthunderstriker]

dont tuck a shirt in jeans!

[@TheGrahamReaper21]

this dudes glasses are too much... they are ridiculous.

[@TheCarCrazyGuy]

My '15 F150 will smoke this truck. Same size motor but with 2 turbos strapped on.

[@andrewc9234]

+scterka and you paid a fuckload more, and your truck is a land yacht

[@TheCarCrazyGuy]

+Andrew C I love land yachts 😜

[@megapixel2004]

+scterka did you pay as much or more? I just bought a 2016 TRD Off Road and am left a little power hungry, coming from the last generation. I couldn't find any comparable F150s in my area... I wonder if I should have spent some time at the Ford dealership.

[@TheCarCrazyGuy]

+James Mayfield I paid $46k plus tax and license. Mine is a Lariat Super Crew 3.5 Ecoboost. MSRP was $54k. You can get an XLT 2.7 Ecoboost for a lot less.

[@TheCarCrazyGuy]

+James Mayfield Toyota's 2.7 L I4 makes 159hp vs Fords 2.7 L EcoBoost V6 which makes 325 hp / 375 ft lbs torque. Impressive!

[@dbarton8651]

Just bought this truck and I couldn't be happier!!! Government Motors would NEVER be an option for me and my family.EVER!!!

[@chadsteele1]

+Dustin Barton Well who F'n cares. have fun with your over priced not much changed Tacoma. u win the awrd for best customer who drank the toyota Kooliad. Do just enough and get get virtually the same truck as the last. WOOT WOOT LMAO

[@guyproulx1660]

+filthytaco best decision ever, enjoy for many years of trouble free miles and the best resale in the business if you ever want to trade up

[@dbarton8651]

Yeah no joke! Have had both other gens and not a single hiccup...not one!!!! when I bought my 3rd gen in December 2015 they gave me 16.5k for a first gen (02) with a hundred thousand miles on it...then they sold it for 19999 a week later lol! I have no reason to buy anything other than a Toyota Tacoma based on my experiences with them! Currently have a Dodge 2500 diesel as a work truck POS. I've had a Ford F-150 that has left me high and dry(stranded) and a Chevy Duramax that has left me high and dry(stranded) never again!! learned my lesson:/