The All-New 2024 Toyota Tacoma Is Finally Here But Have They Fixed Its Three Biggest Problems?

[@TFLtruck]

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[@autovice7689]

supporting ambulance chasers......disgusting

[@tylerdunlap6787]

@@autovice7689That did irk me a little, but to each their own. I try not to judge how folks choose to make their money, at least when they aren’t actively hurting anyone.

[@jremeee1599]

Can’t get away from the Morgan and Morgan ads

[@kent3172]

😂

[@alexsmba]

@@autovice7689 why don’t you sponsor the show then?

[@ryansheard8092]

The chin spoiler on the "on road" trims is GIGANTIC!!

[@406Steven]

It's like a street broom, they could direct those air ducts to garbage bags so you can clean up the road as you drive!

[@CGGarage]

​@@406Steven 😂

[@pryme2013]

Will double as a snowplow here in Midwest winters

[@chuckwalla2967]

And people bitch about the one on the previous gen Colorado.

[@TJY2K]

Got to get that 0.1 mpg from it lol

[@ghoastfalcon]

So happy they are keeping the manual transmission as an option AND a 6 foot bed. No other mid-size truck is doing that. So far I am impressed with the new Tacos. Great video, guys!

[@ericg9327]

Nissan

[@swingbag12]

Yes but can you get the 6 ft bed AND the manual together

[@jerryjeromehawkins1712]

Smart move... as far as I know the new Ranger only comes in one body/bed style... and THAT is lame.

[@ProjectBasecamp]

@@jerryjeromehawkins1712 Nissan still makes a long bed. No manual though.

[@jerryjeromehawkins1712]

@@ProjectBasecamp Hey Project, yup. Plus... the new Nissan looks fantastic! 👍🏽

[@DrSlick]

I love my 2023 V6 taco. I can't believe they won't add a V6 model in the new generation. I feel like Toyota is going to 5th gen pretty fast.

[@CodyVella]

2023 FTW

[@joshuabennett723]

I love my 2007 4 cylinder

[@brandonrides8953]

They look awesome. Love the changes. Too bad rates are so high right now. $1000/month for a midsized truck is pretty crazy.

[@Shane101A]

Toyota is offering 4.99% right now.

[@kidamere2408]

​@Shane Adams great so 950

[@Shane101A]

@@kidamere2408 I can get a new taco right now at a local dealer, $43k trd sport, $3200 down to cover taxes, and that's $692. Still expensive but far less than $950. Put 25% down, $11,550 and it's down to $558. Have a trade in? Even cheaper.

[@VelkePivo]

It’s hideous. Looks like a teenager designed it after watching Saturday morning action cartoons

[@NoCommie]

@@Shane101A $700 a month THEN Insurance so youre still looking at nearly 1k a month for a truck

[@daylinriffel125]

That 2.4l engine is like a throwback to the 22RE 2.4l engine that powered the 80s and 90s toyota pick ups

[@glenmel78]

Toyota had a turbo truck in 84-88 but decided on a v6 after. I'm glad they brought it back.

[@autostationfanatic]

I'm happy to have my 87 22RE 4WD Extra Cab.

[@xwarped83]

@@autostationfanatic how many miles?

[@autostationfanatic]

@@xwarped83 currently at 307, 000 and going.

[@edd752010]

Toyota saids on their website that the iforce max is a 4.0 4 cylinder? Or is it actually a 2.4?

[@Thankyou_3]

Buy the 2023 instead. It has the revised version of the 3.5 litre V6. All the weaknesses are fixed. Leaf springs and drum brakes are gems, they are absolutely bulletproof and long service intervals. These 2024 Hybrid and Turbo versions definitely going to go through teething problems.

[@kennytc6]

Holy crap a swaybar disconnect and 33's stock that's sick

[@hochhaul]

A front locker would have been sick too.

[@bobbbanar2158]

Seeing Andre excited about a Tacoma makes my heart happy 😂

[@denttech2515]

He is being paid for this

[@joyofautomobiles8056]

I gotta say the trucks look really nice. But as soon as I heard about the turbo I-force engine I am not sure how reliable these engines will be. I think of the new tundras with their turbo iforce engine issues. It’s a shame they removed the dependable v6 for the 2024 model.

[@chrischen1974]

I have a feeling that the Tacoma will stay the sales leader in its segment for a long time.

[@ky9263]

No the tacoma has never been better than the ranger. It's just delusional pr that fan boys have conjured up just like reddit stocks

[@drewweltin89]

No doubt.

[@scott8238]

Maybe there's finally healthy competition

[@MikeKelly87]

Possibly. They do have the brand loyalty, but $60k for 405hp in the Ranger Raptor is a pretty good deal by today's truck price standards. Pricing on the TRD Pro and Trail Hunter are going to be key (assuming we live in a world where you can get a hold of these trucks).

[@idontcaresapo8233]

@@MikeKelly87 exactly. Toyota fans are hardcore. Toyota this Toyota that

[@dws1234]

Gotta love TFL, always ahead of the game!

[@TFLtruck]

You saw it first on TFLtruck!

[@bullbutter9699]

Until now what POS 4cyl Turbo really

[@willrector9716]

Well there are a bunch of journalists there so not really first by any means

[@66skate]

I've watched at least 30 other videos from most of the big reviewers before this one came up.

[@paulbogo4016]

Looks like an extremely technologically advanced vehicle. Beautifully styled, and certain to be a big hit for Toyota. I am still old school biased and prefer a naturally aspirated V6 on midsize trucks and V8 on full-size. Curious about turbo lag on these newer vehicles as well.

[@sullybiker6520]

I don't think lag is much of an issue these days; the boost pressure isn't crazy either. I'm curious to see how reliability pans out.

[@bannedbycommieyoutube5time920]

I’m with you on the engine choices, regardless of how well it performs, eventually you’ll need to spend a pretty penny to replace the turbo, plus the fuel economy isn’t as advertised ever unless you drive with an egg under the gas pedal. I’d want the base 2.4 liter with the lowest power rating. Still plenty of power for a midsize truck, but “detuned” for more longevity. Turbo lag isn’t really an issue anymore with modern vehicles. I drove a Tundra with the turbo V-6 and there was virtually no turbo lag (among other vehicles), knowing Toyota this will be the same.

[@nazspeed1]

It's a Toyota and turbos are everywhere except America it will run forever and save more gas and have more power! Ohh and the hybrid kicks in instant torque so no lag at all!

[@Eatinbritches]

The hybrid system makes it a torque monster, and will pretty much eliminate any turbo lag thanks to instant torque delivery. I suspect this powertrain will punch well above its weight.

[@firesupport162]

Indeed all my buddy's always had good reliability from the old tried and true 4.0 V6 I was lucky to test drive the 4runner same day as the 3.5 Tacoma and went with the 4runner simply because it just felt better on road and offroad

[@Caligiant]

I'm 6'7". Glad too see the cabin height increased. Aside from headroom, my compliant with previous gen was my knee caps hitting the wheel. Hopefully raised seat height makes this an option now

[@BatuSmoka808]

1.2" of raised seat height along with 1.2" of raised ceiling height. Not much but something

[@hochhaul]

It might be enough. I'm not even 6'7" and the driving position left a lot to be desired, even if I did buy a 2nd and 3rd gen.

[@pauldiesel4582]

⁠@@hochhaul I recently added some seat lift blocks I bought off EBay. Really worth it on my 2nd generation Tacoma. The other thing I found was a plastic foot pedal rest on the left side. It pops off and makes the pedal foot well flat with better leg room.

[@qdav5]

@Eduardo A. - Same here and I'm just 6'3". The Tacoma and 4Runner are both very cramped for a tall driver. Is Toyota increasing the cab size of the 4Runner, too?

[@djtchamp5076]

Wow big guy hard to shop for. Anything I bet

[@YossarianHelmet]

Thanks for showing all these trim levels. Also, I haven’t heard “fuzz buster” in probably over a decade so thanks for that chuckle as well!

[@vipeboy2003]

glad they finally offer a transfer case with a differential.. our old hummer h3 adventure has the 40/60 split borg warner transfer case with planetary-type diff giving that awd security for those times in the wet/ gravel that you don't really need 4x4 lock ..

[@turbosupra2jzdragracingtob249]

Brake controller almost broke just touching it ….lmfao.

[@willrector9716]

Ah Toyota quality 👌

[@gilbertmiller5298]

hate the air dam on the bottom looks ridiculous

[@lacesout1199]

Ya it look like it was on the ground. It's was weird. Like it was 2ft wide

[@janicemunn]

Ugly air dam. I took the one off my Colorado. Id take this one off too.

[@Prison_Mike_38]

I saw another video where they explained that it’s easily removable. Toyota had to put it on there to meet EPA standards.

[@computron3702]

🙄

[@markharrison7922]

100% agree!

[@garrettsmith8286]

_I know myself and thousands of others wish all models had the option for a 6ft bed with the extended cab to keep the wheelbase normal. Not everyone wants 4 doors on a truck but most want a 6ft bed._

[@shawnn6926]

Amen brother!

[@andrem5843]

Would have been nice to see how the rear seat leg room is.

[@jc75319]

Looks disappointingly small still...

[@Andre_Albert]

In another video, it mentioned the media were not permitted to sit in the back of the TRD PRO... Not sure why though. Probably still pre-production.

[@FeralPlumber]

From the glimpse I saw, it looks very tight.......still.

[@jeffk464]

Since you aren't sitting on the floor anymore, I would say even if the cab is the same length you should have more leg room.

[@solaydbak]

@@Andre_Albert probably because the battery is right under the seat. And they might not have everything worked out with it. Idk hahaha

[@edog5768]

Andre is so pumped at the beginning of this wicked review. Great job as always, fellas!

[@wesleyhortop9902]

I love the big screen, option for manual transmission and 6 foot bed. In my opinion Canyon and Colorado getting rid of the 6 foot bed was a bad idea.

[@Ill06Taco]

That glossy black plastic on the grille, fenders and hood is going to scratch sooo EASY wtf

[@nastysoda9212]

it's no longer a tacoma, just another urban midsize truck, not meant to last more than 5 years

[@hochhaul]

@@nastysoda9212 It's like they disposed of the real Tacoma and just made a mini Tundra with that front overhang that eats up approach angle. And Toyota knew the competition already had front lockers in the mix yet they do nothing to match it. And then they gimp the new turbo 4 if you want a manual transmission. This new Taco is a very mixed bag. Some good improvements, some big downgrades.

[@doublebackagain4311]

First thing I thought too 😬

[@Ill06Taco]

@@hochhaul get ready for fake engine noise lol

[@Dusdaddy]

at least it's not in the interior like the GM

[@_Charrizard_]

Glad they fixed the driver seat/comfort issues. That was the reason I traded my taco for the new Frontier. I wish they would've put a 6 cylinder TT. Maybe like a detuned Tundra engine. It would've been insane on this truck. Overall, it looks great but I was hoping for more rear space. Toyota's got some serious competition with the Ranger Raptor.

[@Vgk36]

Nah . They will sell 5 to 1 over Ford. 16:17

[@aarondrago5968]

Curious to see how the engine holds up after 150k miles.

[@miloskujovic]

It's not chevy cruze!

[@green8353]

Its a toyota... i wouldnt worry

[@shawnn6926]

I have a '17 TRD Sport that tows my 21' Sea Ray. Just turned 100k and still strong. I don't think a new Taco with I4 will last as long and trouble free.

[@LTZ_Z71]

I have been eagerly awaiting this release like a kid at Christmas and now I'm convinced the new Ford Ranger Lariat is the way to go. 8sp tranny = fail, 278hp = fail, hybrid to get decent power = fail. Damn it Toyota!!!!

[@jcreeker5581]

Great that the still have a manual transmission but I wish the would have kept the normally asperated V6. Not a big fan of turbo 4 cyl engines for the long haul. Looks like I will go out and hug my 3rd Gen Taco w/manual as we will likely be together for a long time.

[@tacomas9602]

I have a 2nd gen 5 speed 4x4, omg that extended cab is slow, these new trucks look promising but the shit going on under the hood looks scary, and the frame looks very different on these….

[@Brian-ff7tw]

That 6 has no place in a 2023 truck. The thing was ancient, anemic no torque, no power no mpg. That engine was a lose lose. Fine for 1998, shouldn't have lived past 2015

[@tacomas9602]

@@Brian-ff7tw the newer 3.5v6 they used or the 4.0? There was also the older 3.4 which was pretty stout minus it liked head gaskets and sometimes new heads at 200k with a timing service in between lol. My 3RZ still screams with no issues or noises at 324k miles. Lmao

[@jcreeker5581]

@@Brian-ff7tw While I agree that there are better 6 cyl motors are out there than the one in the Tacoma, I am sure the NA 6 cyl motor in the 3rd gen Taco will out last the new 4 cyl turbo. As far as power and torque, the current 6 Cyl motor is fine. I don't need to go 0-60 in 5 seconds, I don't need to pull a trailer with a bull dozer on it, I don't need to go 100 MPH. I just need it to some DD duties and take me hiking and mnt biking on the weekends. IMHO, that 6 Cyl does a great job for its assigned purpose. Sure, MPG could be better, but this is truck. Most folks don't buy a truck for MPG.

[@uniqu3xperience965]

Finally! A car I can take the motor and gearbox for my 90s volvo wagon. I just need to wait for someone total the thing. Everyone tells me to do what everyone does put an old LS engine. But this 4 turbo and manual seems a sweet spot for my old volvo

[@secondcreekworkshop3908]

Kudos to Toyota for making a Tacoma with a bed big enough to use as a truck, and making an extra cab.

[@ProjectBasecamp]

The frontier still has a long bed

[@fredwilliams8898]

@@ProjectBasecamp But only taco has stick!

[@punkem733]

Let's hope your knees aren't up to your chest

[@Ryan-sw3km]

@@fredwilliams8898 yeah but frontier you can still get a N/A v6 and hydraulic power steering which means it wont yank the wheel out of your hands and try to drive for you like the tacoma does with its electric power steering

[@hochhaul]

@@fredwilliams8898 A manual transmission that you can't pair with the good engine option....

[@bigbrownmab189]

Box frame, disk brakes nd 8 speed auto. Thats all I was really hopping to see !

[@Brian-ff7tw]

Finally toyota is catching up to 2008!

[@MaddJakd]

​@@Brian-ff7twWasn't stopping anyone from loving these things up to now.....

[@scott8238]

They lost me at 4banger turbo hybrid

[@jzila9900]

@@scott8238ok good riddance you would of been annoying in the forums

[@PetrolClock]

Or fix the shitty seating position ……

[@chriseddy7992]

Alright, I'm sold. Have owned Tacoma's the past 15 years, don't see me purchasing anything else after seeing these trucks. They knocked it out of the park on these updates/upgrades.

[@ethanmcleod8819]

Anyone else with me when I say all of Toyotas latest gen vehicles are about as ugly as you can get. Everyone I’ve talked to says they don’t like the new body style. Even Toyota guys and gals

[@ryanlavallee3239]

New cars are too modern for me, and I'm not even 40, too much tec, fake vents. This is why i have a 23.

[@willrector9716]

Yup thx

[@Argedis]

I love Tacomas and I love the return of the Xtracab (I own a 2001 Xtracab) but I'm sad to see the stupid trend of making windows smaller. Looks like they removed 25% of the rear door windows. If you're sitting back and turn to the side you will look at the pillar not out the window

[@jerryavlon4780]

there are no back seats in the xtra cab, just space.

[@Argedis]

@@jerryavlon4780 I was referring to the double cab models shown. The rear window is clearly shorter lengthwise. Looks like you will need to lean forward a bit to look out and will also hinder visibility from the driver.

[@travisb9130]

​@Argedis it's for crash safety. They need the extra room to fit all the airbags as well as the additional bracing in the door and pillars to pass more strict crash requirements.

[@jerryavlon4780]

Gotcha

[@drewncars9505]

I’m excited for this new model especially after knowing there is still a manual. I’m not worried about the power plant having reliability issues at least after the first year of production. Toyota has given us several reliable turbocharged engines over the years and a few of them ended up being some of the most iconic engines to date. They also pretty much pioneered the way to hybrid technology so I have no doubts about that either. Plus since the engine is already turbocharged, if we want more power we can turn up the boost! No more paying $6-8k for super chargers to add a little bit of power. I take kindly to the sound of turbo 4s over V6s anyways so I don’t see this as a loss. Heck I don’t care what’s under the hood so long as there’s a manual right behind it! The styling is pretty impressive and the new interior was much needed. The only thing so far I’m not a fan of is the electric parking brake. I told myself I’d never get rid of my 6mt third gen but these things seem pretty nice. I’ll wait a year or two for the bugs to get worked out and then I’ll reconsider. That or I’ll keep the 3rd gen and grab me a GR Corolla or manual Supra! Great video guys!

[@chrisx5127]

I never had a truck so I cannot wait. First truck purchase and first vehicle I actually want.

[@FXIIBeaver]

Electronic parking brakes have been a thing for quite some time. Car people need to quit living in 2000.

[@drewncars9505]

@@FXIIBeaver in a numb daily driver that’s just for point a to point b operation I agree. However “car people” tend to prefer to have hand brakes to have fun whether its drifting on pavement, snow or even on dirt. That’s one particular reason I like having them. I use my truck for fun so why not retain a feature that doubles as fun and a parking device?

[@bobfornly7045]

Are you sure ?

[@coolhawk2003]

​@@FXIIBeaverwoman lol how about sliding in the parking lot

[@cadillacnational7539]

Like the GM Twins hopefully, this Taco Grande is just as nice!

[@yajcaivplawv88]

Tacoma has always impressed me for an off road truck. I sold my 2000 TRD, V-6 to get a Tundra Crewmax for towing my toys. I’m very impressed with the 4th generation but optimistic about smaller engine. I’ll probably get a TRD Pro w/manual. Manual is just king for off roading!

[@BBRKen]

yep crew max witch is military crew truck tacoma

[@W0RLDSSMALLESTVI0LIN]

The 24 Pro is available in automatic only. If you want a Pro in stick, you better start talking to toyota dealers NOW to get the 23 before they are gone.

[@BigCountryFan09]

@@W0RLDSSMALLESTVI0LIN That's a horrible choice on their part. I was dead set on buying the new Tacoma but deals off if I can't get the TRD Pro in a manual.

[@W0RLDSSMALLESTVI0LIN]

@Ryan Kielly toyota doesn't care cuz very few tacoma pros are sold. Also, from a business standpoint, it'd make zero sense to develop a new manual transmission to work with a hybrid system...I don't even think such a thing exists.

[@NiceCars4u]

I like the improvements from Toyota so far. My only concern is reliability considering the new power plants.

[@santosbanuelos6661]

@Repent and believe in Jesus Christ please take your medication

[@tgilldesign]

These engines have been used across Toyota lineup already....every Highlander and Grand Highlander and I believe Sienna uses these engines....as do several Lexus models. They are not going to go all in like that without confidence in their reliability.

[@dave-iq3dq]

It was inevitable but goodbye simple and easy to maintain Toyota trucks. We’ll miss you. 😢

[@skiptrace4034]

Since when has toyota made it easy to work on? Unless you're being sarcastic.... They never release their programming so it has to be reverse engineered. Also never seen a mfg that requires more "special tools" than toyota.

[@livinghaha01]

Exactly, Toyota requires special tools for everything. Try changing lower control arms and actual suspension components, you’ll regret anything about owning one. It’s only going to get worse with electronics which yotas have never been reliable with. Good looking truck but I’d tell all to read about any diy repairs and maintenance before buying. More and more complicated

[@Nics574]

@@livinghaha01 i literally just put all new suspension components on my 2011 Tacoma with basic hand tools and drove it to a shop for an alignment. Only tool I had to buy was a 52mm sock for the axle nut 🤷🏻‍♂️ guess you just think all tools are “special” tools

[@papiurdad4319]

The white TRD Pro looks like a stormtrooper. Love these trucks!

[@paddle_shift]

Yeah! More piano black! Sooo happy! Can't wait until the entire truck is completely piano black! Interior, exterior, engine, transmission, tires, everything!

[@pvp64]

Looks like they stuck a laptop screen in the middle of the dash, looks dumb.

[@jacobgreenbough5678]

Yes! Tesla did it first so now EVERY manufacturer thinks that’s what they need to do too. Except for the new grand Cherokee - it’s nicely integrated.

[@pvp64]

@@jacobgreenbough5678 Ford pickups have there screens nicely integrated also.

[@aerynlovell4754]

The best version of a screen integrated into the dash would be the Bentley Continental. I really like the Bentley Continental dash because when you don't need the screen you can hide it and have the look of a traditional dash. The second best would be the Mercedes G-Wagon.

[@rodgood]

I think the big news is a Manual with 310 ft lbs or torque @ 1700 . Compared to the Gladiator with its 100 ft lbs @ 1700 . lol

[@brandondiericks]

The way the whole trim piece moves when he touches the trailer brake controller 😂😂

[@tomschmolcke7134]

I'd think the TRD OFFROAD would be the sweetspot in this lineup, have too see one before I'd pass judgment but this could be my next rig given a two year run before I throw down my coin

[@Day7Reset]

💯 agree with you there.

[@marcpikas2859]

Two years from now they’ll sell for $100K.

[@dand2334]

Always thought that the Off Road trim has all the off road goodies without the Pro flash.

[@a36538]

It’s too bad there doesn’t seem to be a 35” tire/wheel option

[@gp.5989]

Agreed

[@herbwheeler4470]

The first new mid size truck to offer an extended cab, long box I'll buy it. I'm probably going to have to keep mine forever lol.

[@ALMX5DP]

Frontier is available in extended cab 6’ bed I believe.

[@samochoa6733]

Frontier has all that as well

[@northerntoyota7584]

The Tacoma will be available in extended cab long bed as well as double cab long bed as per their teaser images

[@johncates5081]

The ranger had it until this year

[@Jeremiah_Johnson139]

The double cab long bed should be called "the school-bus". That thing would have to do a 120 point turn on a 2-lane highway! 😂

[@randycupp5925]

I was super excited about this truck when I found out you could get the six foot bed. Then I found out you could only get the six foot bed in the lower trims with the base motor and leaf springs. So if I want a full sized bed with the hybrid I have to get the most expensive Trail Hunter trim. That is a major fail! Oh yeah, and still no front locker...

[@TucsonDude]

The front locker is more just a bragging point, IMO. I was a moderate Jeeper in Colorado and rarely used my front locker in my Rubicon.

[@gerardargao921]

Unfortunately, not many people can afford these trucks anymore. Love it very much!

[@williamboyle8918]

They will sell every one they produce,

[@jmarxful]

This truck will remain the best selling midsize truck and sell like hotcakes.

[@jeffk464]

Well, the industry has re-invented the mini truck.

[@SasukeUchiha-zu6dw]

Did back seat legroom increase?

[@BatuSmoka808]

Doesn't look like it lol

[@jessehenry1254]

Lol when you revved the TRD PRO I almost fell over laughing sounds like the new toyota corolla

[@gofishingwhenyoucan]

Are the dealerships going to mark it up 50,000 dollars

[@jtalonrider4769]

For sure even more

[@northerntoyota7584]

Not where I live.

[@bigdavedayday1581]

Yes $100k lil mid size truck

[@pacocandano]

@@bigdavedayday1581 the trailhunter for sure will be 100k😢

[@mtbtrailbuilding6813]

​@@northerntoyota7584 eh oh Canada

[@stevebachtel]

Those dials! Straight out of the 2002 model!

[@G-Rated]

The Toyota fanboys will still eat that interior up. Don’t you hear Roman complimenting how nice it is?? 😂

[@JL-fly7]

Great review! As a 3rd gen Tacoma owner, I would say personal like 2nd gen to some level. Toyota might put too much tech on the new gen making it a little bit complex. Too much interior plastic and screen. Yes it will give the user a better feel sometime, but all I want is just a reliable and easy on working car.

[@lemongrass3945]

If that back seat is bigger where I can fit a car seat or someone 6 foot and it gets 28 mpg for the 4x4, shut up and take my money

[@kdm704]

I wouldn’t bet on that 28mpg. I’m just hoping for a real world 25 mpg, but yeah, that’s where I’m at too…

[@lemongrass3945]

@@kdm704 28 would be a dream. 25 would be great. I guess we will have to wait and see what numbers this hybrid would put out

[@barrylawrynowicz5629]

True that

[@bigdavedayday1581]

Should come with V8 engine and 50 mpg

[@firebry23]

21-23mpg real world

[@ravensfootball52]

They all look good but damn that trail hunter is sweet. I love that color

[@dustinhunt6764]

Oh such a ruff trip to Hawaii. Morgan and Morgan right up there with bud light and target

[@leavingarizona3345]

You guys at tfl do a great job. It’s just hard to be excited at all when you know some slimes grease ball is gonna say you can’t have for less than 10k over sticker and blame Covid

[@phileasler5401]

Doubt that…

[@halftontimrvreviewsandtips3106]

Performance Toyota in pa.

[@nathanhill6042]

@@phileasler5401 must not know much about the world I see he’s not wrong 1 bit

[@sinister184]

The 2.4 turbo is a let down. They should have upped the numbers for the Tacoma over what they’re putting in the SUV’s.

[@goforbroke2]

Once these trucks get a tune I’m sure it’s going to wake them up!These are probably tuned from the factory very conservative to run garbage 87 octane. They know Americans like to put cheap gas in their vehicles.😂

[@naturalrebel6301]

@@goforbroke2still wack a brand new vehicle has to get a tune to be effective especially with the high ass price tag

[@Weatherby406]

Your wrong it’s going to feel way more powerful than the previous models.

[@naturalrebel6301]

@@Weatherby406 ya for how long tho? And with how many parts broken with all this extra shit attached and it’s complexity I see nothing but headaches coming with ownership no more simple 3.5 or 4.0 V6 with barebones components we got this 4 banger with 19 thousand wires and a stupid hybrid battery to break down

[@richnationfilms]

@@naturalrebel6301 😂

[@Mach141]

Did you say disc brakes! Yes, about time Toyota, only 20 years to late...but you finally did it. Im so proud of you!

[@ryansheard8092]

@TFL, My question is what is the backseat legroom like when a normal person 5'11" is driving? It looks tight to me.

[@EastexCruiser]

6'3 here, and I was hoping for the same.

[@DaBrute]

I think every single midsize has a tight back seat

[@davidheckart639]

Especially with the fancy IsoDynamic seat! 😔

[@davidgroff3355]

Yeap screwed us on rear legroom omgggg, 2024 ranger has more probably but only short bed

[@fredmoss4540]

​@@DaBrute Except Ridgeline is wider.

[@russelrivera5044]

So if the battery dies, the tailgate won’t open?!? How’s someone supposed to get out?

[@2wheeled76]

With your hands and arms. It’s crazy.

[@andyham6094]

I’m sure there’s a manuel way to open the tailgate. Also what you mean get out? It’s not an suv, no one is riding in the bed and if they are they just hop out. You don’t need the tailgate to hop out the bed but how many times do people actually ride in the bed unless it’s a quick short trip. You gotta be one of the most unhealthy unathletic people if you can’t hop out a bed of a truck with the tailgate closed. But I’m sure Toyota thought about that as there’s a quick easy way to pop the tailgate without the automatic power. Toyota isn’t GM with their hummer making it a complicating process with numerous instructions and steps to do everything.

[@fciz2023]

Kinda sounded like they didn’t have the key fob with them so it didn’t want to open without it . That little beep sounds familiar

[@crosswhite276]

I remember watching you in that packed gym against Palmer and now a world champion!

[@DanGerving]

I just bought a 23 Honda Ridgeline last month. So far I’m still very happy with my decision (if I ever off road I’ll get a side by side, not a pickup truck) these new Toyota vehicles are over the top with their angles and body lines. Way too busy of an appearance.

[@apnk6870]

You should stick to the smooth Ridgeline then! I’m the opposite I may have to trade my Ridgeline in. I do love the 26 mpg I get in the summer time tho.

[@cputeq007]

I came close to getting one but went 23 Colorado Z71.

[@fredmoss4540]

We have 2007 Ridgeline in family. It was purchased new 16yrs ago. 222,000 miles. I waiting for redesign 3rd Gen Ridgeline hopefully 2024. It should follow new 2023 Pilot that has a TrailSport trim. I would go for top RTL-E trim like Elite in Pilot. Honda can't skimp on not giving USA spec top trim ventilated front seats now. The Canadian Spec has them with Rear Outboard heated seats. Tacoma and other competitors Ford GM have stepped up. I still don't think none have backseats as wide as Ridgeline. If redesign Ridgeline comes it will have more space to use somewhere. All competitors still can't offer The in-bed trunk. The interior cabin space either with flat floor storage with seats up or down. But looking forward to seeing Tacoma and other offerings on Street. Yes they got to come out on pavement.

[@christophertyacke6019]

Remember ladies and gentlemen, never buy a first year model. Be patient and don't let your need to be first on the block to have one.

[@marcpikas2859]

That will be easy with Toyota limiting production for bigger profits.

[@mauiboy96768]

I love the looks of the very first truck, super sick! As a 26yr old i'd buy one BUT idk about the 4cyl, i think i'll stick with my 2022 v6 4x4 sport.

[@stavid7870]

Eh if the gas mileage isn't that good I'd rather have the 6 cyl NA. I want longevity... how long will these engined actually last?

[@27Zangle]

The engine will be fine for well over 200k miles, maybe even 300k miles. I've seen many small turbo engines make it to high miles, but only the ones that have proper oil changes. They need to be done sooner than what the manufacture states, especially for the turbos sake.

[@inchaoswearereborn9586]

Holy crap they actually engineered it with rear disc brakes instead of drums. I was wondering when they'd figure that out

[@djdannyp9581]

The drums have great stopping power and last 3 to four times longer than than disc. That’s why they haven’t been changing it. Old school goodness

[@knivesinedc]

​@@djdannyp9581 Yes. Drums have great stopping power. More than an equal diameter disc brake does. That is until they can't shed all the heat the drum is putting off and then they become useless. Especially while off roading and while towing, they're extremely inferior to discs. If drums were superior, we'd still be using them 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@2wheeled76]

@@knivesinedc for commercial hauling rear drums are still used, and preferred. The old brakes were great, and lasted forever.

[@kx8960]

@@2wheeled76 Drums are used on big rigs because they're self-energizing.

[@knivesinedc]

@@2wheeled76 You're right, a lot of commercial trucks use drum brakes. But they're almost always air brakes, not hydraulic like on light duty trucks. Air, as we know, cannot boil like brake fluid so the only way that brake fade can be introduced is through extremely excessive use of the trucks brakes and heating up the brake shoes. But even then, commercial trucks also utilize very efficient engine braking to slow down in conjunction with the brakes. Engine braking is less effective in smaller trucks, especially those with less cylinders and overall lower compression so the vehicles depend much more on the wheel brakes.

[@jaytpaul]

finally... the piano black exterior trim pieces everyone has been begging for on the offroader. And I've always hated how they put fender flares all the way around the fender. I love how they cut it off an inch or 2 short so that it looks like its meant for another truck

[@matthewcarr5414]

Amazing review as always. Always one step ahead and perfectly done.

[@richcreager7877]

Can you put a 4x8 sheet of plywood between the fenderwells ?

[@sammybe123]

Guys dont be upset im from Australia and were lucky we dont have to power our 4wds by using our feet like the flinstones for 80k this car is mental compared to what we get in our market

[@reesparker]

After see this video; I think the taco will retain its best in class sales! Well done Toyota! Oh and I love that they kept the manual transmission!

[@shitloveaduck]

I like it a lot!! My wife is getting a Corolla Cross hybrid,,,, maybe I should get an order in on a new Tacoma! Can’t hurt.. probably a TRD Off-Road (was that still available,, I didn’t pause at the offerings?? ). I won’t need more than that. Get as much power as I can. They didn’t hold back on power like the current models. Yay. 😊😊

[@tnox219]

I dig these. My only gripe would be the triple fins on top. Side note: These trucks are pretty much the size of old full size trucks lol

[@shawnn6926]

I parked my '17 TRD Sport next to a 2000 Tundra at Home Depot once. They were the same size. Now '24 Taco grows again. I hope they make the Stout. I'm getting older and want/need a smaller truck.

[@hangsanity]

Oh Ma Gah! That TRAILHUNTER!!! 😍 Can’t wait to get it in 2050.

[@warbuzzard7167]

Except you’ll be paying for it in bottle caps.

[@hangsanity]

@@warbuzzard7167 😂 facts bro!

[@live4mac]

Wow I think Toyota really nailed it, here's to hoping it drives as well as it looks. I thought I was decided on order a colorado ZR2 but Toyota has really impressed me with their updates. I'm hoping pricing is competitive with the new colorado as well.

[@punkem733]

Zr2 is gonna crush this

[@theclueguy3388]

@@punkem733 maybe in some alternate universe. The zr2's quality is absolute garbage. Less features and alot uglier.

[@Bogeypro256]

I agree... I'm ready to get rid of my full size. I'm looking at a canyon. This truck looks weird and cramped.

[@BatuSmoka808]

@@punkem733 Lol Colorado's a POS

[@hochhaul]

The fact that the best engine can't be mated to the manual is a fail. The lack of a front locker is a massive failure, as is the poor approach angle.

[@oldrango883]

@TFLtruck the Morse on the windshield definitely says Bad Ass Trucks 😂 maybe one of the best Easter eggs on any new truck!

[@dailylifewithsteve4460]

I would love manufactures to go back to straight 6’s in trucks I feel the Tacoma would be good with an inline 6 maybe throw a turbo on that.

[@davefornit6235]

The colorado is inline 4

[@toddkovalcik332]

Duramax 3.0 in the GM 1500’s. It’s an amazing motor.

[@wespower133]

All I can say is “WOW" I was pretty bummed about the new tundras, but Toyota has definitely redeemed themselves on this one. I’m blown away

[@hochhaul]

Really? The overhang on the front of the TRD Pro is awful and they didn't even bother to come up with a front locker to compete against the Raptor/ZR2/AT4X. They offer a big torque engine option but then refuse to offer it with a manual transmission. I'm even more disappointed than I was when they unveiled the new Tundra.

[@66skate]

My biggest reservation would be the 4 cylinder engine. While Toyota clearly brought more tech and features to the Tacoma, Ford absolutely nailed it with engine choices. Many people don't care about all of that tech, so the engine choices on the Ranger may be enough to sway a lot of customers their way. Hard to believe with the Ranger, since it's been available elsewhere for some time and should have done a lot more.

[@PianoUniverse]

Turbos general go belly up around 100k, too bad they didn't keep the V6.

[@66skate]

@@PianoUniverse I'd much rather have a V6, but 100k seems pretty reliable.

[@kinanromman5197]

I don’t think their turbo Hilux has issues

[@HDN312]

Are going to talk about the interior plastics and how they bend and move? 🤨🤨 the nicest looking pickup tbh

[@wjoseph-rx9mj]

It’s a prototype

[@rossedwardmiller]

That storm trooper trd pro looks fantastic

[@ryanlavallee3239]

Toyota white peels. Stay away😢

[@jakem.6359]

Good looking truck...Thought I was seeing things when I saw the manual stick. I sold against these trucks for years.....pretty hard to beat a Tacoma regardless of the year.

[@jasonmartin9111]

Hopefully my 16 will keep going strong. Interested to see how bad this one will hunt gears on the interstate. Toyota’s magic hp # of 278.

[@sid5156]

That is why I specifically sought out my 2015 with the 4.0 and 5 speed. Lol all I did was shake my head during this video, especially when the tailgate wouldn't open because the battery was low.

[@erichenry1472]

The GMC Canyon has cleaner lines on the exterior design in my opinion. But it's still a nice truck.

[@bananarobotoverlord]

It won't with that 300+ lb ft of torque that peaks under 2000 rpm. Should be very responsive at highway cruise speed in overdrive.

[@cputeq007]

Transmission hunting and torque can be very mismatched. Don’t assume perfect transmission shifts because of engine power alone

[@jeffk464]

@@sid5156 The 5 spd didn't hunt for gears.

[@TheWrigle]

That front air damn looks halarious! And I thought the air dam on my 2022 colorado looked silly. Looks like a total afterthought.

[@Jacobvb11]

Yeah I’d definitely want to remove it

[@streetrunner8273]

More like a snowplow

[@Salvisol]

I'm sure its for mpg.

[@SpringfieldGuy]

I heard on another KZbin video review it was government mandated and Toyota expected buyers to remove it.

[@odalisrodriguez5647]

Nice truck, I am happy that they have the option for the manual, great job from toyota. 👍🏽

[@georgecollins7683]

I’m not in to new trucks but a manual transmission is refreshing to see. Hell yeah

[@maxwellfowler3091]

A manual transmission Tacoma will be my next truck.

[@ZenEndurance]

It would be a ton of fun to drive.

[@davidr6865]

@@ZenEndurance with the rev hang, throttle lag, and clutch accumulator, it’s not fun. I promise

[@JohnnyZenith]

An EV Tacoma would be mine.

[@maxwellfowler3091]

@@ZenEndurance In another video I watched, an engineer from Toyota said they had eliminated the clutch accumulator.

[@phileasler5401]

Your next truck and those other 4 people in the USA

[@maximkoltunov2868]

The skid plate on white TRD Pro is located a way back, in deep snow the intercooler will be packed with snow and coze overheating of turbo.

[@JIMvc2]

I still have my 07 Pre Runner with 233,355 miles. The 4th Gen Tacoma definitely is a big step forward. With the hybrid option, really good 👍🏻. I own a RAV4 hybrid and when I get stuck in traffic. The car stays in battery mode all the time (Great because of high mpg). With the 4th Gen Tacoma, this is great news and will definitely save you a lot of money in the long run. 😎👏🏻

[@ocularpressure4558]

I have a 1996 2.4L 4cyl single cab manual with 313,000k miles And a 2006 4.7L sr5 tundra access cab with 307,000k miles and both pass smog in California and both have cold ac not to mention that they don’t have a check engine light on 😮😮😮😮

[@thelosteddies]

​@@ocularpressure4558 My friend has a 2004 Impala with 303k and no check engine light and it's survived wrecks and salty Midwest winters.

[@ocularpressure4558]

@@thelosteddies that’s awesome. I’ve actually heard of the rare American cars that will make it past 250,000 miles.

[@thelosteddies]

@@ocularpressure4558 it's really not that rare. I know several.

[@ocularpressure4558]

@@thelosteddies I was just looking at it from a Honda or Toyota standpoint almost every Honda or Toyota you purchase well go nearly half 1,000,000 miles on the same transmission and motor with cold AC that passes smog but it’s a rarity to ever hear that about any American vehicle while I’m at it I might as well add that I’m not trying to say Toyota and Honda are the best I’m just saying if you want a vehicle that’s going to be trouble free for a half 1,000,000 miles people know to pick Honda or Toyota

[@garretlewis4103]

That spoiler on the first ones were terrible. I didn’t think the front tow hooks were all that great. 👎 on the fake hood scoop. 👍 for the manual and long bed.

[@GH05TLYR4NG3R]

Toyota killed it with the Tacoma and the Tundra. Even though the Tundra may not be “class leading” on a bunch of stuff, they both just look so great and the interior looks so amazing. Great work Toyota

[@ThomasVMan]

I know this is a pre-production, but when Andre closed the hood at 7:40, man did that thing rattle like an old tin can! 😮

[@tlr-nut7275]

It might be aluminum. I find things made of aluminum make alot more noise than a steel equivalent.

[@dand2334]

Good catch…I wonder if the hood will flutter at highway speeds

[@willrector9716]

Thanks

[@arkhsm]

@@tlr-nut7275 He said it was !!

[@mattarruda]

I wanted to see the back seat so bad and checkout how much space was back there

[@seandavis007]

Let me answer that for you.... Not enough.

[@explore_off_road]

Great video, as usual guys. Even stopped a Jeep guy. That said, no matter what you drive, you have to admit, that IS beautiful truck. Especially when you get away from the city trucks. And I don't care what any one says ... the hood scoop looks GREAT! I don't care that it's not functional. Sometimes it just about "Cool Factor"... and that adds alot of cool factor. But the white ... which is my Least favourite colour normally ... is the best colour so far for the Tacoma. It just really shows of the great new design... the beautiful lines of the truck. It does look tough

[@johnyota131]

Holy air damn Batman!!!! Other than that, this truck looks amazing! Definitely competing in the segment!

[@donleamon8653]

lol, those were the exact words in my head when I first saw that air dam!!! Looks like something out of a 1980’s JC Whitney catalogue on there too…

[@Vinnyv_93]

Curious how the back seats are as far as space & comfort compared to last gen

[@hochhaul]

Don't get that air ride seat, it looks like it would render the back seats unusable for anyone over 12 years of age.

[@frustratedalien666]

I have a 2020 Tacoma Off-Road with the TRD Suspension Kit, so I am not in the market for this. BUT, they have made all the right moves - better suspension, better ARB parts. I assume the price will balloon out a lot, but hey, you can't always get everything

[@richardparnell8402]

Been waiting for this, for sure I'll be looking into the 6speed.

[@oliver5911]

Which trims/configs include the manual transmission option?

[@seandavis007]

1 good note,, the $50k+ trd pro version came with usable cup holders! That's worth the upgrade for sure!