2016 Toyota Tacoma takes on the Extreme Ike Gauntlet Towing Review

( www.TFLtruck.com ) The 2016 Toyota Tacoma is all new, more powerful, and even more fuel efficient, but it is a better towing rig? In this TFLtruck towing review the new 2016 Toyota Tacoma takes on the Ike Gauntlet towing review.
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[@DaveKammeyer]

What are people complaining about with the engine? They're going 60 mph with the max rated tow load of the truck, up the biggest grade in the interstate highway system, at 11000 ft, where the engine produces maybe 30% less power. The truck pulls the trailer up the mountain at the speed limit. Does the engine rev high? Yes, but so what? The truck is at the corner of its performance envelope. It's seldom that you go up a 7% grade at 60 mph. It's seldom that most people pull 5600 lb trailer, and it's seldom that they're driving at 11,000 ft. Still even under these conditions the truck performs fine, it's just loud and high revving. Put a V8 on it and it is lower revving in these extreme conditions, but it doesn't actually perform any better, but it uses more gas all the other times you're not towing, not going up a 7% grade, and not at 11k ft. If you're going to beat up the Tacoma on mountain towing performance, the weak point going down the hill because of the rear drum brakes. You need to have a braked trailer, and you should flick the shifter into manual and downshift down the hill to save the brakes.

[@F4izzle]

Dave Kammeyer I agree sir

[@JasonTylerS]

You nailed it. Sometimes I’m towing roughly 5200lb max with a camper. It tows fine and if I shift down or use cruise control, I don’t need to brake going downhill. The cruise control uses the engine to slow it down. For a truck that’s not designed specifically for towing, this thing is a beast! Oh and it outperforms almost everything else for it’s main use: Off-roading! and getting me to the tops of 13,000ft mountain trails.

[@TheJoncic]

You should should do an Ike Gauntlet run with the manual transmission version of this. Given it's one of the last manuals offered with a V6 in a truck, it would be interesting to see if any of the TFL staff can beat the automatic time up the run.

[@F4izzle]

Thanks for running these trucks so hard. I highly doubt anyone will run one that hard but it’s great to know it’ll do it.

[@philtripe]

instead of degrading for brake taps (i know how to down shift if i want) you guys should do a sixty to zero brake test...how many feet, brake temps...i really enjoy hearing all the facts and your honest opinions about the trucks,thanks again for another great video

[@JONNYGEEKMANG]

Now think how good it would pull up in 3rd at about 4k or so at 50mph at 3/4 throttle. Awesome little truck.

[@Hitmannick10]

Toyota should have stuffed the 4.6 V8 from the tundra under the tacomas hood,

[@Hitmannick10]

Yes, the performance of this truck is not up to par for 2016, it has no low end grunt, the 3.5 is meant for a crossover, not a truck, disappointing

[@XjDrZ]

+CHAOS11 I agree with the V8 but not for the cylinder deactivation! Worst engineering ever! Oil consumption guaranteed! Just put a 6-speed auto behind and decent gears and you'll get your mpg.

[@johnpascente8528]

That would take to much away from the tundra sales.

[@kevindust2712]

Agreed, the 3rd gen Tacoma with 310 hp and 327 lb-ft would be awesome, especially with a manual transmission.

[@ravenjames3873]

you don't need a v8 in a midsize truck, plus that's too much power.

[@johntkearns]

Can't wait to see them blow a brand new motor one of these days.

[@smokesgtp]

Not going to happen on the Taco

[@sonic223ful]

@@F4izzle lmfaoo u win

[@antonioprado8068]

Omg I was thinking the same when I saw them redlining but then remembered it's a Toyota. But let this be a American car and 💥💥💥. What's crazy is this is a 2016 and my 2006 4runner which is way older has 270hr and about 340lbs of torque 4.7v8. Thank the lord when I was towing my buddies 9k excursion it never struggles or revved the way this did. Of course I also didnt tow on a 7% grade

[@sergioayon46]

Maybe in a Dodge truck or Chevy truck might happen. But never on a Tacoma!!!.

[@mattmatt2417]

Its a baby truck, I wouldn't think it would be reliable as a work truck. For a commuter car truck, it would probably be okay though, but I wouldn't rely on it to haul things like trailers, unless its a motorcycle trailer, and even that might cut the life of the car truck, lol that thing sounded like it was going to die lol.

[@nightfury6836]

I don't think many people will be using these 2016 Tacomas in this fashion. Now the Devils Boneyard stuff, THAT was interesting!! More Tacoma off road stuff would be greatly appreciated.

[@ChefBuck90]

TFLtruck you guys are the best on KZbin! Can we please get a review on a manual transmission Taco? I can not find one anywhere. I've heard a few negative things about the transmission on the automatics, it would be interesting to see how different the manual is in all of your tests.

[@MattN03]

Please do the decibel testing on each of these towing tests. Loud cabins make for a long day when towing heavy loads for hours and hours. Also, I'd like to hear more subjective comments regarding how the truck handles the weight near it's max capacity. I've towed around 5000 lbs with my 07 Tacoma, and I wouldn't feel comfortable towing more than that. You could really tell the weight was back there, and I'm not sure the truck could have handled an emergency lane change safely with that much weight in tow. Keep up the great work FLT!

[@jaytrock3217]

Great job guys. Really like your new scoring system.

[@edwardodonedwardo8604]

hello, I was wondering if you guys would create a new MPG test from Denver to Frisco and back, I feel that this would give the best results going up and down, not towing anything, AMD if you would I'd gladly buy you guys beers in Breck every time u did a test, a lot of people are commuting this stretch and it would be a good test do to the difference in elevation change for the Colorado market

[@mrbrandonneal]

Did you push the "ETC" button before towing?

[@tonymontana3742]

Just watched the Ridgeline honestly it was very quiet and well controlled, really surprised by the Tacoma.

[@alexettinger8080]

y'all are always hating on Toyota I'm almost 6 3 and my tacoma has plenty of room and with the tow package it went across country with a 12 foot trailer total weight of 11,000 pounds like a boss

[@seantaylor2683]

they were going uphill at high altitude in a naturally aspirated truck, the entire point of this is to push the trucks beyond what most people would probably do with them. The Taco also has no low end power/torque

[@cabbyhubby]

The big boy's trucker hat adds 3" to his height

[@joshuathomas8529]

Do you remember what your fuel millage was?

[@defnotapenguin]

@@seantaylor2683 I bet ecoboost low end power is legit nothing lol

[@williamneumann7578]

I'm surprised your channels don't have more subscribers. Really great, informative, and unique content.

[@joshuathomas8529]

Did you guys have to install a brake contoler on that tacoma? I just ordered a 2018 TRD off road and want to know if I need to by a brake controler.

[@rudydesjardins6633]

How does it compare with the GM Twins V6 ? I'd be interested in seeing how it compares with 1/2 ton trucks with V6 (no turbos).

[@Cobb]

so 12 pts for subjective, 4 points for braking, 24 points for uphill time, and 17 points for mpg (6-4.5/2= 8 point deduction) so isn't the score 57 then? Would you guys mind showing the point breakdown right before/after the final score is revealed?

[@randyr6610]

I never have the rpm that high it was screaming. I like to keep my truck.

[@Montesmike15]

Dude fr that engine was crying for help lmao

[@firstnamebrent]

That’s where they shine👍🏻

[@eddygarcia4270]

did you guys do a towing review for the chevy colorado v6 gas engine

[@ClassicChrome01]

That wireless camera stuff is awesome! Where did you get them?

[@CoalitionChris]

Have you guys done an Ike gauntlet test for the GM Midsize twin DIESELS? if so, when will it be posted? thx

[@JEDss454]

I am curious why you guys "double-dip" the negative aspects of a truck (not just in this video, but all truck reviews). For example, you state that one of the four areas of the score is the number of downhill break events. The Tacoma had 21 break events, and therefore lost 21 points, or in other words, it lost 84% of the possible score in this category, so it took a big hit. Then, when you evaluate the "subjective" portion of the score, you give it low marks because of its poor braking performance... But isn't its poor braking performance already reflected in the poor score from the downhill section? Why is the truck getting marked poorly twice for the same thing? I understand that the "subjective" system is named just that for a reason, however, it would seem to make more sense to me to evaluate areas of the truck that have not already been evaluated before: how is the storage space? What types of features does it have for utility? How does the infotainment system work? How are the mirrors for towing? How easy is it to get in and out of? Can you wash down the interior if it gets muddy? Does the bed have an effective system for organizing cargo or strapping things down? These are the sorts of questions I would expect a subjective ranking to address - i.e. how utilitarian/functional is it? And, since it's subjective, what do you think of the styling, also, if you want to include that. Just my 2 cents - thanks for the vids.

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Jay D It’s clear they understand a real truck with a V8. They aren’t impressed and neither would I be

[@pitviper97]

when are the HD trucks gonna be uploaded and is it going to be gooseneck? or a gooseneck and bumper pull? (two trailers)

[@jamesbeaman6337]

It looks like the way you guys are doing the subjective rating portion of the score is double penalizing the trucks for bad downhill grade shifting. Since poor grade shifting usually means more use of the brakes, it is penalized once on the number of downhill brake applications in the first portion of the score and then again when you take into account the grade shifting on the subjective portion. Unless that was your intent, you might want to consider removing any grade shifting opinions from the subjective portion. One subjective aspect that might be beneficial to potential buyers is how the truck feels when towing the load over bumps and road undulations at different speeds. Although you probably don't encounter that much on the interstate, maybe you can find a more uneven road in the vicinity that would be easy to work into the test. Just some options for possible further improvement of the test. Keep up the great work!

[@RyanEmeryLovesCars]

3.5L might have performed better but it sounds more strained IMO compared to the 4.0L.

[@isabelavelez4566]

Agreed !

[@oldtwinsna8347]

It's just more peaky to where its powerband is. More suitable powerplant in a sedan where the same engine is found (Camry/ES)

[@R3nat002]

Yes i saw both videos back to back and you can tell. This one only beat the 4.0 by 80 seconds 😂 i believe

[@frmula1fan51]

You guys should test the six-speed manual Tacoma and Ram 2500/3500.

[@kevt9442]

RIP Ram 2500/3500 6 spd manual

[@MrSwimmer12]

Did they fix the issue with engine power braking in the 2018+ models?

[@abelyerikaguerra1540]

Thanks for the video.... I know this is an older video, but how is your 2016 Tacoma holding???? I just bought a 2016 bought a month ago, and alot of videos shows how the 2016- 2017 Tacoma's have issues???? Bought mine cause apparently consumer reports stated that the 2019 had more issues than the 2016?????

[@Bit-of-Everything]

Question for TFL, if the Tacoma is in the same class as the Frontier, Canyon and Colorado than why is the trailer 600lbs less? The curb weight itself is the lightest and its overall GVW is equivalent to the competition so therefor with the two of you in the truck the Toyota should be able to have the heaviest trailer. Now I am sure that there is a reason for the trailer weight that you chose, but if I am going to read comments about how great Toyota's are, than I would like to see a true comparable test. Especially after you guys gave it such a low score.

[@MDKN22]

The new 3.5 in the taco sound so amazing that it sounds much better than my dads 05 4 V6

[@WillCouch]

I don't believe you guys mentioned (could be wrong) that it look like you're doing your testing somewhere of high elevation? and obviously this would really hurt your hp an tq... I'm very happily surprised to see a small truck doing this well.. at hight elevation... I'm especially excited that for me in florida it should do great!

[@JGomez1997]

If the truck doesn't originally come with the towing package can one get it dealer installed later? I bought my Tacoma down here in Mexico and the towing package isn't even an option. So say when I take it to the U.S. you guys think I could get it then?

[@michaelb.5492]

Very much like the new subjective testing comparisons. Would however like you to show your individual scores. Like how many times you had to break score, bench mark time score etc. vs the final score.

[@BillSprague]

I probably wouldn't buy a Taco for towing but it's good to see someone actually loads to the published numbers and tests it. IMO, it's a lifestyle truck but I would like to see it haul a Fourwheel Camper up IKE. Maybe Truck Camper Magazine should do that.

[@Phazewunfx]

Can we get more information on that camera that was used in this ? i love that idea for safety.

[@alvilla701]

wireless back up camara are very common and some of them very cheap sometimes under 100 dollars, even autozone sell them

[@bryantitus6634]

I noticed you get nearly zero grade shifting when not using cruise control. If you had cruise control on, it would have downshifted into second and screamed down the hill, likely still needing brake applications but definitely less.

[@jonathanfrey6144]

Get one with the manual transmission and take that up the Ike, please!

[@Gooody17]

pretty sure this is my next truck looks amazing, only question is could i pull a boat with it , probably only twice a year?

[@christophergross8306]

If you are going to tow and still want a yoga get a tundra

[@trdfenz3005]

Could you guys please do this with the 2.7 4 cylinder Tacoma I’d love too see how it does.

[@liamczarnecki3275]

Its over 9000rpm

[@benjaminaguirre5755]

do a Ike run. 4 Cylinder edition!! 30 mph!

[@mrhankey20]

I've seen some 2016 tacomas are rated for 6,500 lbs towing and others are rated for 3,500 lbs for towing. Why such a big difference and what causes it?

[@demonspeeds1]

Have you guys done this test with manual trans?

[@Mustakrakish1313]

I'd be very interested to know how much of a factor the elevation plays a part in these tests, bearing in mind that they are in the neighborhood of 11,000 feet (give or take). I've read that approximately 3% of overall HP is lost per 1,000 ft above sea level (for naturally aspirated engines, vs approximately 1.5% per 1,000 ft for forced induction engines). If that is accurate, that represents a HP loss of about 33%, meaning the engine is working harder to pull that load at 11,000ft that it would at sea level, correct? I've also read that some adjustments can be made (i.e. advancing the timing) to compensate for this, but what does that actually mean? Advancing the timing can't can't make up for air that doesn't exist. So the engine adjusts for the lack of air available by injecting less fuel into the cylinder in order to avoid running too "rich", correct? +The Fast Lane Truck- have there be been any adjustments made to these test vehicles to compensate for elevation that you are aware of? I would be very interested to see these same tests run at sea level for a comparison in performance. I am genuinely interested in learning what difference (if any) altitude plays in all of this, so any intelligent, educated response would be greatly appreciated.

[@confidentlocal8600]

Less dense air means less oxygen available at a particular speed at wide-open throttle. It has the effect of shifting the entire torque curve downward. At wide-open throttle the engine needs to be revved higher to recover a given level of power output that would have been available at lower engine speeds near sea level. The engine has to spin 6000 rpm to get the same power it would have at 4500 rpm. Forced induction can mitigate the losses at the expense of full-load efficiency.

[@ravynx]

Mr Truck & Andre & TFL Team: That's great you introduced a grading system for these for a more objective feel (aside from the subjective portion). Can you please do a video explaining your testing parameters for each portion? I understand the subjective, the MPG (using the truck's reading), and the timing of Ike Gauntlet, but can you explain your testing for downhill brake applications? Are you braking to stay under the speed limit? Are you braking at a certain speed and hauling it down to another speed or are you just applying the brakes and counting?

[@TFLtruck]

There's a maximum of 25 points. Every time we have to hit the brakes we subtract one point.

[@ravynx]

+The Fast Lane Truck I understood that explanation in the video but it's not clear when the brakes are used. Is it only when the truck exceeds the speed limit? Do you slow down to a certain speed and see if it speeds up again?

[@TFLtruck]

+Chris Leclair Yes, if and when truckstarts to exceeds the speed limit we use the brakes to bring it back to the legal speed limit

[@henryle1552]

I'm very happy with 2016 Tacoma, daily base I get 22 to 23 mileage on gallon, with out unload. that is good mileage on gas for truck.

[@eddyjimenez2762]

Will you test the 2017 Honda ridgeline when it's available?

[@TFLtruck]

Yes we will

[@tmanthekid4396]

+The Fast Lane Truck bring my 02 ram for an old vs new

[@theclueguy3388]

+The Fast Lane Truck when does the 2017 come out

[@antonioprado8068]

@@TFLtruck wish you would of done an ike gauntlet on my rare 4.7 4runner limited that had an 8nsane 7300lb towing capacity. I'd love to see how much better my truck would do compared to mid size SUV that are 10+ yrs newer. Sad that my 4runner has more power and towing capacity than a longer and 10yr newer Tacoma 3.5

[@Jv19979]

Its front wheel drive it will get stuck pulling anything

[@josemisiego]

can you guys post on a comment what camera was used on the back of the trailer?

[@cgumpscheck]

Not sure if someone mentioned already: TFL scored low because of brake events, and "Mr. Truck" cited because there is no tow/haul mode. I guess they didn't look at the owners manual which tells you how to use the ECT power button. ECT, TFL truck dudes, stands for electronically controlled transmission. I've used it going downhill and it does exactly what it's supposed to do, hold back the truck without gaining speed.

[@Mroneofakind1]

Were can i find a camera like that?

[@jeepthing98]

I was excited, as many current Tacoma owners were, to check out the '16 Taco. The looks are a tad polarizing but they grow on you. But I was disappointed with this new motor. It doesnt "seem" more powerful regardless of the numbers, and is loud IMO. I also noticed a lot of NVH in the floor and gas pedaI. Didn't like the seat position and I am shocked that a 2016 truck doesn't offer height adjustment, even manually.

[@seansaxon641]

So a truck that gets 0 mpg (just work with me here) and a truck that gets 6 mpg are only separated by 3 points in the mpg column?

[@celtekrider2]

I noticed you didn't have ECT PWR engaged while climbing that hill 😂. I get close to 10 mpg Vegas to cali doing 70 (I know) pulling 6,000lbs.

[@joreldavis4069]

@thefastlanetruck Toyota fixed their transmission issue. I would like to see the 2018 Tacoma tested.

[@dannymoreno15]

Jorel Davis i second this.

[@uconnapharm]

brand and model of the trailer cam ?

[@MusicLover-ti6zo]

I'm waiting to see that Colorado 2.8L Duramax take on the Ike Gauntlet. I'll bet that Duramax gets some good numbers.

[@dlakerguy]

I wish they would do this with the manual. I would love to see how much better it does if they get to control the gear it stays in. The manual has a better rear axle ratio too.

[@ipstevieb]

The auto has a manual gear selection override. I tow in 4th gear...works fine.

[@PaLEOjd]

Good review. Nice to see Toyota actually improve the Tacoma and not just change the body panels sgain. This video should be titled : "Another Ready NOT To Waste Your Money On The New Nissan Titan". Nissan should be embarrassed on their final product after talking that new truck up as much as they did.

[@8000RPMS]

why did you fired the roman and nathan?

[@F4izzle]

You can put the truck in manual sport mode and downshift yourself to help with the down hill. That’s what everyone that owns one would do.

[@thomastrujillo2917]

So they did not have electric brakes on the trailer ??

[@Boltdriver70]

And you didn't use ECT? It wasn't lit on the dash and it is the Tacoma's tow mode. It keeps it in a higher rpm band and would have shifted down for engine braking.

[@mscottlawrence2037]

I want one soo bad I think it's the best truck running, and it's sharp looking

[@frankcastle7777]

No get an older one, better truck. But looks nice. I would rather tow with my 2005 than my 2019 Tacoma!

[@mscottlawrence2037]

@@frankcastle7777 i would agree, I can't believe they went down on the engine size, I'd rather have the 4.0 or even the older 3.4.

[@sidewayznut2009]

I like the new tacoma except the fact they got (since 2005) a plastic bed and I've seen a large number of those with the bed completely shattered and useless. Usually if they get in a wreck with anything in the bed the bed is as good as gone the other way I've seen them break is to put something too heavy in them where a steel/aluminum bead would probably dent these just break.

[@Yogangster1995]

Not too bad for a truck that was made mostly for offroading. I'm surprised in terms of score, it was close to the Titan XD.

[@wolfman9999999]

Colorado or Canyon Diesel on the Ike Gauntlet please

[@claytonboyd2288]

brake point system seems dumb....why deduct points for having to brake downhill?

[@Mako2-1]

Clayton Boyd it’s for safety and piece of mind. If you heat up your breaks too much they’ll stop working.

[@fauzmalik3092]

Curious if they used s mode to reduce the highest fear from being used... Ie use 4th gear max rather than all the way to sixth gear while towing

[@handas2]

Can you make an off-road review of this truck?

[@ben2687]

I have a 2021 TRD OFF ROAD. They're excellent offroad. Comparing apples to apples. Not comparing it to a lifted truck with front and rear lockers, bunch of extra parts etc. Honestly, if you get stuck with this thing (even stock) you f'd up. If you're hitting the mud, put some mud terrains on it. Otherwise you're good to go. I would take off the "mud flaps" personally because they'll scrub coming down off of big rocks. It's a very capable truck, and I say that after doing a lot of off roading in many different vehicles. I hope this helps.

[@kaisertuumalo6850]

Like your new scoring system. Great work TFL Truck.

[@dcretney]

Wish you guys would test the European SUVs with V6 diesels.

[@dgsports69]

I wish I would have seen this video before buying my Tacoma. 4.6 mpg and it was not maxed out on a 8 degree hill. I drove mine 450 miles from Tn to Mo and got a 9.9 mpg towing about 3,000 lbs. not good numbers for me. Time to trade it off.

[@boots1131]

So there was only a 40 sec, difference between the 2015 and the 2016 and i thank you had to ease off the gas once because of a truck with the 2015,, And you stopped the time at the first set of lights where the other guy in the 2015 stop time at the 2nd set of light's, I guess the 2nd gen isn't so outdated after all, And i like my speedometer in the middle with the 2ng gen,,, With the third they could have put that read out in the touch screen instead,, Thanks for the comparison between the two,, They seem pretty much even don't you think..

[@mcinkyt]

I'm always surprised they don't blow up holding them to The Pin under full load

[@bahamatodd]

+mcinkyt Manufacturers subject their engines to tests that go for hundreds of hours under varying speeds and conditions. You're not going to blow up a modern engine.

[@slavaartyukh4075]

Went to the dealer for test drive. I'm 6'4" ... damn, I couldn't fit in there, got no room for my knees at all. Good bye my dream taco...

[@jamesdean4972]

Aaaaand Hello Bronco😎

[@MrGreensGuy]

first comment, This will most defiantly my replacement to Nissan Xterra Thanks for another good video

[@5JSG]

Still waiting for the mpg test without any trailer for this truck, Thanks

[@TFLtruck]

+5JSG Here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJPQgIyKgs6lqNk

[@5JSG]

+The Fast Lane Truck Thanks for the link but FYI that video is unlisted, only reason I can see it because you sent me link.

[@curtis1951]

Please do a manual Tacoma.

[@ALXqc]

Wich camera is that?

[@nwwoodsman2545]

A companion to f150 or tundra times would help understand

[@joshuak2968]

Can you please do this again with the manual transmission?

[@jeffhall768]

Joshua K i own a 2017 tacoma manual and would definitely do this test for them.

[@Jv19979]

I test drove a 2019 tacoma manual and it wasnt fun. The older tacomas was fun with the manual. So i went with the 2019 trd offroad auto

[@SimplyCarReviews]

@@Jv19979 I own a manual version and an automatic and prefer the manual hands down for everything including towing.

[@Jv19979]

@@SimplyCarReviews something about it felt weird

[@SimplyCarReviews]

@@Jv19979 automatic felt that way for me I ended up getting a power commander for the lazy throttle response made a world of a difference. I felt no need for it in the manual.

[@jetlee7743]

the sound decibels inside the cabin was Extremely Loud and with the not very much fun over a long. Of time while hauling. I compare with the ridge line that held its RPMs at a much lower range keeping a decibels in the cabin . even the Colorado ZR2 gas engine at very high RPMs. The diesel is the way to go if you're hauling with Colorado. Interesting

[@automatic_jp7498]

Have you guys gotten your hands on the Tacoma with the manual?

[@DennisH22A]

not sure if i understand the point of the downhill braking points. the trucks with an exhaust brake are pretty much going to win the whole thing because of it. You cant fault a truck for having a smaller engine and therefore less engine braking

[@rlinane]

did you test this using over drive OR were you using the manual shift?

[@rlinane]

the reason I asked is it seemed like you were hitting high rpms going down hill

[@chadsteele1]

It will tow it fine but not well. Mine was great on short distances but long hauls towing roughly 4200lbs I was starting to get about as exhausted as the truck. This is with an 06 Tacoma. I can't imagine the new Taco much better b/c of the seating position and the not a huge upgrade in Hp/Tq as they could have done. Sounds as loud as mine when going through the Cascades in through the Rockies.

[@Stuka87]

+C Steele The 6sp transmission makes a HUGE difference over the old 4sp. Being able to keep the engine in the power band makes a big difference. I do wish the seating position in them was better.

[@canddmeyer]

The point system is pointless, but the really sad thing is it will probably be another 10 years before a Tacoma gets tested again due to a remodel or engine change.

[@KickoStocks]

Pretty amazing little truck doing its thing while towing 6000 lbs. Thumbs up Toyota

[@Titantramp4u]

I've always liked the Toyota Tacoma's....and think the truck looks good. You guys did flog that truck hard, I mean 5500-6000 rpm?....oh baby! well....somebody has to do some real world type testing....:)

[@andrewc9234]

+Titantramp4u they try and maintain the speedlimit, let the truck to do the work. Thats what TFL is realworld testing :)

[@NIGHTMAREuki]

+Titantramp4u Toyota could have thought about gearing better instead of just MPGs

[@rocklow243]

+Titantramp4u i know i was looking the rpm i was dang pretty much running that thing at almost redline. the transmission and oil at least had to be on the hot side a little :p

[@NolanMillerArt]

Transmission Pegged at 5.5k Me: Please Shift! lol

[@thestig007]

Did this truck have the optional tow package?

[@ipstevieb]

I don't think it did. I have a 2017 TRD Sport 4X4 automatic with the tow package. I bought it specifically for towing a new 3500lb travel trailer in N. Georgia and Western NC, and it does just fine. The tow package adds additional coolers for engine oil and transmission fluid. It also adds an integrated 4 and 7-pin wiring harness in the rear bumper. It doesn't have an integrated brake controller, but is wired for one, so the Tekonsha P3 I use was truly plug-and-play. I use a weight distribution hitch with integrated sway control and the rig tracks rock solid at 65MPH. The transmission has a manual gear selection override, so I tow in 4th gear at 60MPH which spins the motor at 3,100RPM. Yes, gas mileage sucks while towing, but I don't really care. I wasn't keen to shelling out 50 Large on an F-150.

[@Ts_Evildroid]

Nice vid! Would be great to see an Infographic with all the scores in ranking order at the end of each of these gauntlet videos.

[@randygreen8916]

You need to use the mirror extensions.

[@cmos9020]

Even with the automatic, just drop it into 5th or 4th for engine braking.

[@aapbishop6600]

So does the 2016 model have power seats?

[@paulh373]

No

[@joshuak2968]

Manual transmission would have almost no break events and would have been marginally faster. Manual transmission score would therefore be around 80?

[@ipstevieb]

The tow package is not available on the manual trans...only the auto.

[@JustinKingOffroad]

wow that motor is SCREAMING!

[@kentrushton6135]

+Justin King My same thoughts! I was thinking, "Don't throw a rod!".

[@adamshawtmr]

it was only screaming because they were pushing it to beat a set time at high altitude and on a steep grade where even cars with no weight or towing are frequently down shifted 2 gears as well, but the truck is hauling a trailer. Honestly it was impressive that it could hold the speed limit and as he said "had to lift off to maintain the speed limit" while hauling that trailer. Even a v8 is going to strugle there.

[@dgsports69]

Justin King they had that truck downshifted to 2nd gear to maintain the 60 miles per hour and break their record.

[@ravenjames3873]

ya it is, but they were testing the truck to limits. that's pretty good considering that there in Colorado, you could probably do even better in places like Texas North Carolina and others.

[@ruger-hi2tg]

You think that motors loud I have one with a TRD cat back exhaust and air intake in a 4500 pound boat... drives my wife nuts!!!!

[@larryspiller15]

full mpg better than the gmc canyon.. hmmm.. interesting toyota. will have to see what the diesel does because I don't think gm changed the 3.6

[@peterlaskiewicz8252]

+Andrew Nicholas GM does have a new 3.6L, but the Colorado has the old version.

[@alvilla701]

+Peter Laskiewicz really?

[@SurelyYewJest]

+larry Spiller The Tacoma posted a .9 better MPG, yes, but the Canyon TFLTruck tested has a few disadvantages: - 500lbs more weight being towed - Canyon crew+standard box weighs ~100lb more - Heavier long bed model by about 100lbs over Canyon standard bed - Top spec with leather, etc. versus mid-top spec on the Tacoma; again, more weight So the GMC was tasked with probably up to 800lbs more weight. But, it did do the job slightly faster (12 seconds). I do wish the GMC did better on MPG though. I'm very anxious to see what the GMC with the Duramax 2.8 does. I know it'll tow fine, it's just a matter of MPG.

[@SurelyYewJest]

***** I've driven the 2016 Colorado V6 and Tacoma TRD Sport V6 back-to-back. Without question the Tacoma is the truckiest of the two. It feels ponderous, it reacts more slowly, it accelerates more deliberately, and for in-town driving I'm pretty confident the Tacoma would do a bit worse on MPG. That's not to say it's a bad truck, but they are each built for different audiences. If I offroaded ALL THE TIME or were looking at buying a Jeep, I'd get the Tacoma. But for the day-to-day, plus work, plus some offroad, the GM twins are hard to beat.

[@larryspiller15]

+Andrew Nicholas would be nice if they used a legit decibel meter on the ike.. and also on a regular highway for a good idea of the difference in cabin sound detaining

[@lorettabutler8665]

Im on the edge of my seat waiting for the 2017 Honda Ridgeline test. I think I will get that truck

[@df446]

Nice to see someone using a Sony action cam. Death before #GoPro !