Toyota Drops v6 Going 4 Cylinder Turbo | Everything You Need to Know about the New Engine

[@AC-ui3qz]

Please don’t ever stop making videos. The information you put is so good, and easy to understand, it’s amazing. Helps us consumers make good choices. Much appreciated

[@rafars2246]

Please don't believe random guys with no good intentions over the internet. He's just a mechanic (he has no clue about how anything works), not an engineer, you more than likely none of both. Get the V6...

[@mrstan4081]

This guy is good. Better than the Kilmer click bait.

[@rolandthethompsongunner64]

I hate Kilmer. The Car Wizard is my next favorite mechanic on KZbin.

[@Mr-Clark]

Kilmer is awesome. German and Korean car fans hate him because he's brutal about their cars

[@mrstan4081]

@@Mr-Clark Kilmer is notorious for click bait. He says he’s an honest mechanic. But it’s dishonest to post a headline that says one thing, then do a video that’s different. And I own Toyotas exclusively for three decades so you can’t say I don’t like him because of the brands I own. . I once watched a PhD renouned in her specialty, reference the phenomenon of click bait as she explained the subject matter in question. Up in the corner of the screen pops a picture of Kilmer.

[@tedc1123]

My 2003 Toyota 4Runner V6 is still running like when it was brand new. It’s currently at 285K miles. I’ll be keeping it for probably another 10 years.

[@Alexrc28]

Yeah but the mpg sucks 😂

[@rafars2246]

@@Alexrc28 I don't know, my cx5 turbo might use more gas...

[@applianceman6009]

I care about reliability. I don’t care about it’s MPG!!

[@Lexusgx550]

Allah is great

[@jpthsd]

unless the computer needs to be replaced,,,yes it is very reliable/durable truck. Computer replacement cost is very expensive!

[@mertz313]

I just drove from Detroit to Chicago with my v6 highlander. It was so smooth and lovely and surprisingly fuel efficient! I got 25mpg carrying my family, our luggage, and going 80mph through most of the trip. I’ve had a turbo engine before, and I can honestly say I don’t want that shit.

[@jamesmedina2062]

I think old turbos have the problem that every exhaust gas has to go through the turbo and it's reduced aperture compared to NA. They could design a better system but who knows if they will, Batteries are taking all the love

[@jtjt8331]

If you drove a Highlander four-cylinder turbo, you have a totally different opinion. I just bought one and it’s almost as fast as my Lexus V8.

[@Carlos-ps7hb]

what does that have to do with the video?

[@mertz313]

@@Carlos-ps7hb that the turbo engine does nothing special. Decreased reliability with minimal power gains and no mpg gains and increased labor costs

[@be4unvme]

I had a lexus nx which is a turbo 2.0. While the car acceleration was good and fun for city driving, it felt underpowered when driving interstates highways at 80 mph. I needed to constantly floor it and it felt like it was struggling at high speeds. With my v6 highlander full of my family and luggage the car drives buttery smooth and never lacks any power even going near 100 mph. Most likely I will remain with this car for as long as it could. New cars with their 4 cyl don't entice me.

[@return.of.the.nac18]

Save the V6... not a fan of this turbo stuff!

[@naveenthemachine]

Get the remaining 2GR FKS quickly while you can

[@return.of.the.nac18]

@@naveenthemachine my 2018 Camry XSE has the V6. Guess I am driving this car until the wheels fall off.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@return.of.the.nac18 I have a 2020 Camry XSE v6 too haha. The v6 is just amazing 🤩

[@stephenjones9153]

I've been driving a Toyota with a 4 cylinder 1.4Ltr Engine with a Turbo for the last 5 years. Mine as done over 115,000 Miles and apart from Bulbs I've never had a problem. 😉👍Hopefully it will last for another 100K Miles at least.

[@icosthop9998]

I want to get a 2024 New series Tacoma, I do not think that Tacoma is gonna have the V6s any more . (I think I heard this via DAVE of *#Automotive_Press** channel* ) The very reliable V6 will not be available . I wish Toyota would allow their customers to have "options". It to is going to have twin turbos I don't know how that's gonna work out. I hope it will not have the same problems as the 2022 Tundra 😳

[@jamram9924]

That a wonderful V6 engine with a very long lifetime. If I were buying a Highlander, I’d just buy one of the latest models with the 3.5. I’m allergic to turbos. 🤧

[@JasonFlorida]

Same here, the turbo is why I never bought new or newer Honda

[@jmartin1915]

@@JasonFlorida yup turbos are very bad for transmissions Hondas have great motors but when you add turbo say goodbye to a tranny to much wear and tear

[@alvinsimba734]

@@jmartin1915 just change the oil on time and also maintenance, you will be fine.

[@josephrimando5684]

Same here. I hate turbo. It requires recalibration as it age. Unlike aspirated that can runs almost forever.

[@bjsimon802]

it is the usa government fault, they want this. It not that the companies want this . Vote these people, they want you to buy electric cars. Next is phase out the engine

[@tedcook8749]

A great speaker/teacher I came across years ago said you can’t really teach something unless you really understand it - you are a wonderful teacher in your field. Thank you so much!

[@MeAtLoVeRsXD]

this guy's knowledge and experience just makes you appreciate a toyota even more

[@stevenadams7208]

I wish I lived close enough for him to service my Highlander. Alas, it would be a two-day one-way drive to get to him.

[@earthoid]

I'm still not happy about all the turbos. It looks like I'll be keeping my V6 2012 RAV4 a lot longer than I had planned. Thankfully my RAV is, by far, the best and most reliable car I have ever owned.

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

I love my 2019 RAV4 with the 2.5 gas engine, especially the 40+ mpg it gets.

[@matthewinaz]

I have 2020 non hybrid rav 39 mpg it’s incredible!

[@CJ-zz9ts]

2AR-FE engine on my 2012 Camry, same as '12 Rav4 is top class!

[@petrolhead9702]

Omg you optioned the v6?!?! You Legend

[@zarella1]

I have a great running 2012 RAV4 V6 too and love it!

[@spooner1]

First year introductions of engines have always concerned me, especially if it is a turbo. Hoping Toyota succeeds with this engine. The shop looks great. Appreciate the video, thank you.

[@ShinobiXRevived]

Successful or not, it won't last long term.

[@spooner1]

@@ShinobiXRevived probably. That said, not for me.

[@erics.5785]

Toyota has had the engine out for a few years now

[@DurzoBlunts]

@@erics.5785 Since like 2021...

[@erics.5785]

@@DurzoBlunts try 2016

[@Apc-man]

Still would prefer the v6. It has such a good track record.

[@Jeff.78]

Let's not count this engine out just yet. Different doesn't mean worse. Considering Toyota takes their time on things, this turbo engine shouldn't be a flop. If it is, they'll figure it out after loads of warranty work and solve the issues. Peace✌️😎

[@MrChuckwagon55]

Your 100% right. Plus it’s a statistical fact that turbocharged cars don’t last nearly as long as non turbocharged cars, plus have much more problems. It even happened to Honda. Sad to see this happening.

[@philbrutsche8928]

Port injection V6 engines have so many fewer failure points than a turbo anything, and that's before you consider extra maintenance that direct injection requires and that many owners can barely maintain the car properly

[@jamesmedina2062]

@@philbrutsche8928 i agree with you. maintenance offers options that will affect aging of the engine

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

@@Jeff.78being around since 2015 I believe

[@riariaria]

We just jumped in and bought a 2022 Highlander while we could still get one with the 3.5 L 6 cylinder. We love it’s performance and it’s long history of reliability. We plan to tow with this vehicle and we didn’t want risk those kinds of high loads on an newly designed drive train.

[@keytothegate68]

You did good 'm driving a 4 cyl turbo coupe and hate it every day. Can't imagine how horrible it would be to do that in a large three row crossover

[@CH-tt1jg]

@@keytothegate68what coupe you driving?

[@corncobb7069]

LOVE OUR 2022 Highlander V6,,,,, Want the Toyota Tacoma BUT NO 4 Cyl.

[@starnavigator6665]

@third pregnancy mom I just got my 4 cylinder turbo Highlander two days ago… it’s seems to have plenty of acceleration and quite unless you really step on the gas. At 70 MPH the tachometer indicates 2000 rpm. It’s my first Toyota so my finger and toes are crossed!! Lol

[@jaspreetbanwait8505]

V4 will be dead under load.

[@iitzpepsii]

idc what anyone says a naturally aspirated v6 will always be better and more reliable then a turbocharged 4banger

[@naveenthemachine]

Agreed.

[@return.of.the.nac18]

Amen to that.

[@juddblaney9320]

Yup

[@Lhenry-pf5zn]

Based on what logic or evidence?

[@Noah-ui1iu]

I used to drive so many cars in my company rental fleet. Turbo 4s I don’t care who makes it, the refinement doesn’t even come close. I’d step into a new Avalon or Highlander and the smoothness, power delivery, and predicted reliability will never match the V6.

[@sapper32a]

I'm from the government and I'm here to help

[@mingovazquez704]

Please Mr Victor don't let this happen, keep naturally aspirated engines!!!

[@everydayfun9531]

Dude tell toyota to keep the V6 engines as long as they pass the emissions test!

[@olgerjovani8653]

I have 2.0 turbo nx 200t very reliable! 230000 miles only Maintenance and fuel pomp changed!

[@alekfif]

Wow

[@rolandthethompsongunner64]

Does it have direct injection? That’s what’s causing carbon buildup in most of these modern turbo engines. Although Toyota uses a pre injection system.

[@rolandthethompsongunner64]

@@alekfifI’m skeptical.

[@FFWrench]

That wastegate design sounds almost exactly like my 1980 Turbo Trans AM was. Very effective at reducing turbo wear and very little delay going from vacuum to boost when needed.

[@microminiskirt]

1970 to 1973 455 and 455 HO, 455 SD, if you can find one, all of these dust all models of the 2nd generation T/A.😁

[@kumane93]

So you are saying this engine/turbo combination should be reliable?

[@FFWrench]

@@kumane93 it will help. Pretty common practice to do. Helps drivability too

[@kumane93]

@@FFWrench thanks for your quick response I really appreciate it

[@mikem9536]

@@microminiskirt The Iron Duke engine (also called 151, 2500, Pontiac 2.5, and Tech IV) is a 151 cu in (2.5 L) straight-4 piston engine built by the Pontiac Motor Division of General Motors from 1977 until 1993. Originally developed as Pontiac's new economy car engine, it was used in a wide variety of vehicles across GM's lineup in the 1980s as well as supplied to American Motors Corporation (AMC). The engine was engineered for fuel efficiency, smooth operation, and long life, not for performance.[2] Total Duke engine production is estimated to be between 3.8 and 4.2 million units.[3]

[@asj12]

The wife and I just picked up a 2023 with the turbo 4 last march. Mpg is great on the highway particularly. Honestly power delivery is great and it packs a real punch when you kick it into sport mode. I’ve been doing my own 5k oil changes with synthetic oil to make sure we mitigate any future oil related issues. Easy to service spin on filter. I honestly wonder why they haven’t used this engine on a sport version of the Camry. I think it would really suit it, especially if tuned for a little more top end horsepower and less torque. All around great car and hoping I can get a long life out of it!!!

[@jamesmoline4411]

So well done. I was a university professor for 5 years and you are as fine as teacher as any I have encountered. Plus, I’m guessing English is your second language. Your mastery of English is better than 95% of native English speakers. Well done, sir. I plan to take delivery of my Land Cruiser First Edition this month. I had an 8 cylinder Land Cruiser for 15 years. It was awesome. However, we need to take better care of the planet and 8s and 6s don’t fit that challenge.

[@DAh-xo8zm]

I will be sticking to Toyota's made between 2015-2019 for as long as possible I think. Seems to be a global "race to the bottom" for quality, with huge price hikes to boot.

[@germanstudent06]

If I had to buy a new engine/trans and frame for our Land Cruiser it'd still be worth holding onto for another 350K+ miles, as you couldn't replace the entire vehicle for less than the sum of it's parts.

[@marcodarko6941]

You got that right, I'm with you. Planned obsolescence is what it is.

[@michaeldunagan8268]

It's just the government's trying to get us out of internal combustion engines for us everyday people- of course politicians will still use them Get ready for single-cylinder engines within the next two decades. I should be dead by then- thankfully.

[@seodehestand1086]

No , not race to the bottom. This administration is shoving EV down our throats and has placed more restrictions on gas powered engines. All auto manufacturers have had same issues not just Toyota.

[@j_freed]

@@marcodarko6941 planned mechanical failure and replacement, at any rate. It could still be up to date production technology.

[@deaconmichaeljoens8206]

I'm glad I bought one of the last Avalons recently. I really wanted the V6, and I'm glad I have it. It's pretty much last chance to get one at this point. It took my dealer over three months to get another Avalon after they sold me mine. Apparently, Toyota does not produce any other V6 sedans besides the (rare) Avalon, the Camry TRD, and Lexus models. Out of curiosity, I did a nationwide search for Camry XLE V6 and there are none. Zero, zip, nada. So don't expect to get one next year, even if the brochures may have it. With the Avalon discontinued, that's pretty much the end of V6 sedans for Toyota.

[@mustyali9529]

UNFORTUNATELY!

[@JasonFlorida]

Same here with me! I found a perfect pearl white 2017 Lexus ES350 and LOVE that 3.5 V6 power, smoothness, and reliability!

[@HB-yq8gy]

My daughter purchased a 2016 Avalon limited in 2019 from Car Max 27,000 miles the ride is so smooth a lot of legroom.

[@Solazed]

Every Toyota I've owned in over 20 years has been a normally aspirated V6, and they're all still running great with zero issues. But every smaller displacement 4-cylinder turbo engine that I've come across hasn't been as satisfactory. I'm keeping my V6s

[@HB-yq8gy]

@@Solazed Yes V6 if not broke don’t change it ?

[@kirkadams9245]

AMD, I love the new shop! Great job. While I'm not a big fan of the 4-cyl turbo, if the new engine can produce enough low-end torque for easy acceleration it will prove worthwhile. I highly doubt the new engine will come close in reliability to the V6

[@simontong2954]

Thats what i m concern.

[@dude-yg9ez]

That doesn't mean it's not a good engine. Are your concerns of a engine going 300k miles? Just because it has a turbo doesn't mean shit. Lol

[@standoutpunching2936]

@@dude-yg9ez LOL...

[@rjedro]

If you add the extra price of premium fuel for the turbo it makes the hybrid a no brainer.

[@summerforever6736]

@@dude-yg9ez turbo needs more frequent oil change! Not good

[@MustPassTruck]

I have faith in Toyota to make a reliable turbo engine. I hope they find a way to get better mpg and power and still last forever.

[@Johnathan.Doe.The.Third99]

Smaller engines does NOT mean better mileage, biggest lie people fall for

[@davehudson4607]

Addition of pressure in the engine. It will not last as long as. Turbochargers will blow or seize, who knows how the bearings will hold up over time

[@KubanKevin]

I did but then the tundra 3.5TT happened. Lots of wastegate issues and it’s still yet to be seen what happens once that odo passes 100k

[@labornurse]

​@@KubanKevinit's even worse now with spun bearings

[@terrydowning3796]

I was once like you …I had faith in Toyota making the new Tundra in 2022. Absolutely one of the biggest disappointment and disasters I’ve seen. I bought a 2024 4 runner. This way I can still be happy being a Toyota Fan.

[@nissanv6TT]

Mom and dad just bought one of these. Other than the sound you can't really tell it's not a V6. Tons of torque that the 8sp keeps in the right spot. It's actually very nice.

[@jandelahoussaye9834]

Won’t last as long as v6 period

[@nissanv6TT]

@@jandelahoussaye9834 oh nooooo the 5th owner might have to do a repair!

[@ZitroEduardo]

@@nissanv6TTlol 😂 things are different now… who the heck buys to drive a vehicle 400k miles yea engine good but what about everything else lol

[@michaelcoei2850]

Your new garage is looking great! Wish you much success in your new venture!!

[@redeemed7773]

Just got this vehicle and I love it! Drives so smooth, quiet with lots of power for me! Much better then my last one

[@hi.mestrada]

Does it use premium or can you use regular gas?

[@Suction_]

@@hi.mestrada Regular 87. I've seen a few places where 93 is recommended if towing heavily

[@richardirish2153]

I think most people forget that Toyotas where first introduced with 4cyl. engines non turbo for the most part. I think it wasn’t until the 90’s when they decided to introduce the v6 in their pickups and people were skeptical about that engine until they became Main Stream. Now they are going back to their roots but introducing the 4cyl. only now it will have turbos. Even the Tundra was introduced with a v6 engine and when it grew in size they had to put the v8 we have come used to. Change is never easy,especially for the buying public but Toyota has always come through in the end. Sometimes with a few hiccups but they don’t leave it alone, they work until it’s right! We will just have to get used to the new setup and I’m sure in time these will become the norm and we will wonder why we ever needed a v6 in our cars or the v8 in our trucks. Thanks for the introduction! Love how the shop is looking!

[@georgeg1947]

Toyotas have gotten heavier in weight since the 90’s. They need 6 cylinder engines, not anemic 4 cylinder turbo engines. Period

[@user-kk3qg5el1m]

I had a Acura 2.5 tl that thing had a nice take off. It was a fast car. I totaled it at 160 miles so not sure about the longevity of it though. I don’t see many left on the road like old Toyotas. You would think made until 1998 you would still see one every so often

[@raymow9683]

I'm glad I ordered my '22 v6 Camry xse last month. I'll wait to try out those turbo 4's for my next car to see reliability. Great video as always TY

[@gianfrancoa]

Glad to have a 2014 Highlander and based on this not planning to replace it with a 4 cyl one..

[@debbietucker1038]

Glad too. 2019 last to have the back glass latch for EZ functionality.

[@elliottrubenstein1746]

@@debbietucker1038 o

[@alphakilo9066]

One of the best and most enjoyable channels on KZbin. Even if I didn't own a bunch of Toyotas, I would watch AMD. There is a lot of information that can be extrapolated to other types of cars and engines from his videos. If you just like cars, or mechanical stuff, or are a proponent for another Brand, you can learn from AMD's videos. The 4Runner series, including the in-depth history and analysis on the 1GR-FE is the "gold standard."

[@coloradoboo1071]

Yep our local family has a Tundra, two Prius, RAV4, Corolla and Sienna and I’ve learned so much from brother AMD!!! 👍🏼

[@seed.planted]

Agreed. I own Hondas and still watch

[@ArsonistArborist]

I think you hit it on the head perfectly. So many people HATE turbo charged engines. I personally, love them - turbos simply take advantage of wasted energy. Personally, I wish all stock vehicles were turbo-charged. So many people hate them because of the breakdowns and expense associated with them. But much of that is due to improper maintenance and abuse. If you aren’t stomping on the accelerator (keeping the engine out of high-boost,) if you’re giving the turbo(s) a minute to cool down before you shut the engine down, and if they turbo/engine has been engineered by a quality company like Toyota, I think your vehicle can be nearly as reliable and a great investment. Just my unpopular opinion

[@ZitroEduardo]

Exactly well said 👍🏼 it’s like giving a dumb redneck in the 80s a turbo car…

[@07truth]

If if if…I like not worrying about “ifs.” Anything can last if you do 100 steps that other motors don’t require.

[@Gunvaldtheoneandonly]

Lmao so many ifs. The more preconditions something needs to be considered reliable the less reliable it becomes in actual fact

[@ArsonistArborist]

@@07truth skill issue

[@ArsonistArborist]

@@Gunvaldtheoneandonly I’ll simplify it then. “If” you take care of your vehicle. People never read the owners manual, run their vehicle/equipment improperly, then cry about what a piece of garbage it is. Just take care of your investment

[@b1644]

Disappointed by the HL losing the V6. I guess I'll be hanging on to my 2019 for a long time until I see that the turbo 4 is reliable. Hey AMD, the new shop is looking great! Love the Toyota white/grey/red color scheme!

[@christopherclark4774]

nothing will beat a v6 smooth power delievery except for inline 6 and v8 engines

[@mikem9536]

@@christopherclark4774 inline 6, and a select few V-8's.

[@LazizRl]

I was thinking the same. That I will be hanging on to my 2021 V6 limited. It was perfect vehicle. However, I was rear-ended, and my beauty was considered as total. Now I'm lost on what to choose now

[@moose354]

Thanks, Ahmed for this spot-on video. My wife and I want a sixth-gen 4Runner and I understand the engine will be the T24A-FTS. My question is will this engine have a different torque curve for trucks vs. those in cars? Thanks for everything that you do for the Toyota community. All the best for your new shop.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! It could very well have different tuning. But as it sits it’s actually capable of pulling a 4runner or tacoma very well. It makes a lot of torque

[@lc7192]

I recently purchased the 2022 Highlander Hybrid Platinum. The electric motor combined with the 4 cylinder engine puts out amazing torque from the start and gets it down the road admirably on the highway. I’ve been getting 35-37 mpg in town and 35mpg on the highway. The car is very comfortable and quiet. Some complain that the 4 cylinder with the hybrid system is noisy at full throttle. Our car isn’t. Maybe because the Platinum package has the acoustic glass and side or door panels. I’m extremely pleased with this SUV. The turbo 4 cylinder will have to prove itself. I’ve owned vehicles with small displacement 4 cylinder turbo engines. That turbo has to be running all the time for normal everyday driving, especially with Highlander’s weight of 4,450 lbs. Cheers for Toyota if the turbo 4’s have good reliability.

[@chalisblur]

Man you are a gem, thank you for the clear and concise breakdown of the new incoming 4Cylinder Turbo. Sad to see the end of the V6 era, but toyota has to keep with regulations and the times. With enough advancements, hope they can make a turbo engine that is just as or at least almost as reliable as the outgoing V6. Maybe the new tech like the rotary engines or alternative fuel sources might open a new era for ICE engines.

[@SEsGarage]

I see Toyota following suit with the Camry on the next redesign. Looks like I’ll have the last generation that Toyota offered a V6

[@joecook8352]

Sorry to hear Toyota is losing the 6 cylinder, no turbo situation is as reliable or long lived. Our government ruining things and costing people more money on junk science. The new shop is looking great, thanks and God’s blessings on you and yours!

[@allanguo99]

So glad that I was able to pickup my 2019 4runner new when I had the chance knowing that big engines days are outnumbered

[@davidaix5771]

Yup I grab one too a 2022 TRD off-road premium I want nothing to do with those 4 Cylinder turbos

[@allanguo99]

@@davidaix5771 how much did u pay for yours if you don't mind? mines is also TRD off road premium but I got my 2019 4runner right before the pandemic and got it for 29k after dealer gave me 6k discount and 8k trade in. 43k MSRP sticker.

[@davidaix5771]

@@allanguo99 54k

[@davidaix5771]

@@allanguo99 Yeah basically right Now everything is sold if you see it at the dealership you're on a waiting list basically you order what you want or pick what you want what's coming in put you know a small deposit down on it and when it arrives you do the paperwork and pick it up Basically what I've seen a lot of is a lot of limited and SR5 I've hardly seen any off road Or off road premiums the guy said they're very hard to come by right now I did see one pro what they had that thing marked up to like 63000 or something like that

[@roadglide1142]

I’m a proud owner of a mint 2010 Avalon XLS . I bought it over three years ago with 35K miles . It now has 78K miles and runs beautifully. I’m keeping this thing forever ! These new cars suck!

[@GM-fh5jp]

Noobs below saying don't buy a turbo Toyota engine if you want it to "last". Toyota has massive experience with turbo 4 cylinder engines. The famous 3SGT-E 2.0 litre 4cylinder engine will do 300, 000 kms without any bottom or top end attention even when driven hard as long as you give them an oil change every 5K-6000kms. The brilliant MR2 turbo of the 1990s are tough as nails featuring this engine. So noobs...hush up and learn about engineering in the real world before you spout off. Thanks for posting your good advice CC Nut, I've just subscribed.👍

[@rolandthethompsongunner64]

True. Not using quality oil and changing it frequently will definitely shorten the life of any Turbo engine.

[@rolandthethompsongunner64]

Hopefully car care nut will cover the new Corolla GR with the Turbo 3 cylinder engine.

[@RacerJuan42]

I’m sure glad I have my current gen 4Runner…yes it isn’t particularly fuel efficient and the power train design is ancient, but in the long run I’ll stick with reliability and lower maintenance requirements over a highly stressed 4 cyl turbo an 8 to 10 speed modern transmission that gets better fuel economy and accelerates faster, but is likely not going to be as reliable or durable.

[@gadielsantiago8813]

I really enjoy engineering/technical explanations of anything, the way you explain things is great, new sub here :)

[@rightlanehog3151]

Welcome to the channel!

[@TheEdmundjew]

Back in 2000, I purchased a tundra sr5 with a 6 cylinder, 5vz-3.4 liter. This engine is very dependable. I’m still driving this tundra after 22 years and expect it to give me many more years of service. Turbos are not as dependable, IMO.

[@shanemitchell5807]

Turbos are not dependable...🤣

[@mikewallace8087]

@@shanemitchell5807 Turbos are not dependable...👍

[@shanemitchell5807]

@@mikewallace8087 That's your opinion and you can keep it.

[@rafars2246]

@@shanemitchell5807 they're not, at all

[@shanemitchell5807]

@@rafars2246 Ahhhh turbo bus engines, turbo locomotive engines, turbo truck engines...if it is built to last it will last.

[@fibroboy2]

Hi AMD, working on CAT diesel engines in the late 90’s we had this technology for inter coolers called SCAC (Separate circuit after cooler). Can’t believe it’s taken over 20 years for passenger vehicles to catch up

[@gutadin5]

Which is prone to overheating , diesel or gas engines?

[@MowerModdin]

@@gutadin5 depends on maintenance

[@fibroboy2]

@@gutadin5 Both are equally prone to overheating, all depends on maintenance.

[@mikem9536]

@@gutadin5 Diesel's run hotter but also less prone to overheating, gas engines are kinda fragile and need to be "broken in" and not just setup for race day to perform their best.

[@underdog2594]

WOW!! The shop is looking sharp. All your hard work is paying off. Congratulations!

[@frankbiz]

Thank you for an amazing explanation of this engine, it makes me feel a lot better.

[@johnw4067]

I am glad my Tacoma has the 3.5L V6. I have a feeling this engine will be replacing it in the 4th Gen in a year or two.

[@davidaix5771]

Probably because they are going to do this with the next gen 4Runner

[@johnw4067]

@@davidaix5771 The 4Runner is still using the old 4.0L V6. The 2nd Gen Tacoma was using that engine. My guess is the next Gen 4Runner and Tacoma will use the same engines.

[@davidaix5771]

@@johnw4067 the next gen 4Runner will be Is twin Turbo 4 cylinder crap that's why I got a 2022 4Runner TRD off-road premium

[@charlesjackson1700]

@@johnw4067 They both were 4.0 V6's, however the 4Runners V6 was entirely different than the Tacoma 4.0 l V6.. read up on it and you will see. The 4runner had dual VVTI and the Tacoma did not. THE FORERUNNERS 4 L WAS A TOUGHER ENGINE.

[@BMBangladesh]

I was very sad to hear that Toyota is discontinuing our beloved 2GR series engine. Now, after your review, feeling relived that not everything is going down for TM. I may even consider getting a 2024 Highlander. Looking forward to your future recommendation on this engine. THANK YOU.

[@chiefman8316]

Thanks for the great review Looking at all the mid-size trucks realty like the Tacoma but worry about a turbo 4banger but your review helped ease my fears.

[@AlexBAlixir98]

Ahmed. I love that you are addressing this and explaining how it works. I did read for now the Camry is keeping the V6 for 2023. I think the Gen 9 will use the turbo 4.

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

Yes, but it will become a crossover. The sedan is dead. There is a large gap between the Venza and Highlander.

[@deaconmichaeljoens8206]

"Keeping" as in "it will be in the brochure," yes, maybe, but you won't actually be able to get one. Even now, the only V6 Camry that's actually available is the TRD. I have not seen a Camry XLE V6 for months. Literally zero nationwide as far as I can tell.

[@worldlinerai]

I don’t see Camry becoming a crossover. Despite sedan sales down, Toyota still manages to sell a good amount of Camrys and Corollas. Toyota believes there is still a market for sedans and they will continue to make them. The Camry will get the T24A engine when it gets a full redesign probably for MY 2024.

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

@@worldlinerai I doubt sedans survive. There is no business case for them. They are pretty much universally hated by the public. They are an anachronism from a bygone era.

[@georgeg1947]

@@user-tb7rn1il3q I don’t hate sedans. I just purchased 2 sedans for my household. A 2022 V6 Toyota Avalon Limited and a 2022 Lexus ES350 Ultra Luxury. I don’t care for the new Toyota 4 cylinder turbo engine. There will be lots of problems with this 4 cylinder turbo engine.

[@pilotgrrl1]

I'm not anywhere near being in the market for a new car (2016 Prius with 23K miles), but I would definitely trust a Toyota turbo engine. When I was younger, my dad had a Saab 900 turbo for about 10 years. If you take care of a turbo engine, you can do very well with it. Your new shop looks sharp! I wish I still lived in Chicago, I'd be bringing my Prius to you.

[@jamesmedina2062]

you proved a point of immense contrast, the Swedes did things that nobody else would. So it is theoretically possible to build fairly reliable gasoline turbo but you will never see the technology that Swedes used because their values are so different and they are so smart. The best engineers are investing time in electric today not petrol cars also

[@thomasroberts8024]

Magnificant shop! Proud moment. Prayers for all your success!

[@squishy312]

I don't mind a 4 cylinder from Toyota, they are rock solid. I had a 91 Camry with the 3S-FE. That thing was a powerhouse of reliability. I delivered pizza with that car. It was such an easy car for delivery, especially because of it's fuel efficiency. I will miss the V-6 though. I currently have two cars with 1MZ-FE's in them, and love their performance.

[@rafars2246]

One thing a 4 cylinder and the other is adding a turbo...

[@justfelix30]

Don't mind the V4 it's the Turbo I'm concerned with.

[@mikem9536]

4 banger Toyota engines (esp GT Engines) are legendary. Like the 19R

[@mikem9536]

Yeah I can't believe in 2023 Toyota can't build another 2.0L NA 4 banger car that can get 40+ MPG

[@blackcoffee730]

Happy I picked up a 2021 XSE with the six. The subscription, money grab for the fob and the TPMS charge per service are the only drawbacks so far.

[@naveenthemachine]

I heard the fob remote start is free for 10 years. Also tpms charge per service? Your tpms sensors shouldn’t be failing already

[@TheLostSeraph]

@@naveenthemachine fob remote start is free for 10 years with premium audio and 3 years with audio plus. Also, I agree with the strange TPMS charge...I've never seen that during any of my dealer-performed services, and I also have the 21 XSE V6

[@blackcoffee730]

Thanks for the replies. I'm in Canada so the rules are different for the fob. For the TPMS, previous years used to store the information on 2 different set of wheels and tires, no matter where they were positioned on the vehicle. Now, even after a rotation of the wheels, my vehicle loses the settings and the computer must be reprogrammed. Gone are the days of the computer storing this info for 2 sets, let alone, 1 set of wheels. My dealer charges an additional fee to reprogram them, on top of the service program I purchases with the vehicle. The service covers the rotation but not the reprogramming.

[@blackcoffee730]

@@naveenthemachine thanks for the reply

[@blackcoffee730]

@@TheLostSeraph thanks for the reply.

[@zaffo757]

Emissions gains are at a terrible cost.

[@camry5sfe]

This is why I just bought the new 2022 RX350. I’m glad I was able to find the color I want and only have to wait for 2 weeks to get the RX350. The RX350 was built in April and I got it in May :)

[@tomasbond9123]

Great info , really , your one of the few people that knows what they are talking about on this channel called KZbin !!! I actually stop scanning to listen . 😱😱👍👍👌👌😱😱

[@mikeerickson2412]

One of the biggest mistakes Toyota has ever made FJB

[@mustyali9529]

From a tried and tested to deep waters. Please why do manufacturers like to make things more complicated form one generation to another??

[@scorpio_9810]

this is not uncharted waters for Toyota. They've been adding forced induction to 4 cylinder bangers for quite some time now. The aluminum block and more intricate valve technology might be an area of concern though.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@scorpio_9810 but only now we’re getting turbos from Toyota in the us. Other world markets already have the turbo engines

[@icosthop9998]

. . !❗️! *"**#SUCKS**"* !❗️! .

[@brucelee5465]

You are closed minded

[@scorpio_9810]

@@naveenthemachineI'm not too sure about this. They did have the 3sgte in the MR2 iirc and 8AR FTS was introduced a few years ago.

[@AstoundLikesWoW]

Never getting rid of our 2016 v6 highlander :)

[@jorgegomes3792]

The way you talk about Toyota makes me feel to have one. Great videos You are very special . Thank you. Best Regards

[@94Greenbean]

Great content bud, love your insight and honest love the accent you have also, my greatest “hurt” to all this about 2023 and every manufacturer is that the days of purchasing a vehicle and hopefully driving it to payoff and beyond are going to be tough. Especially for the home type mechanics. I hope the industry proves me wrong! I do… Also it’s going to be very interesting to see the “usual” difference between USA made and Japan made vehicles. I promise you you’ll see a stark difference as time goes on. I wrote Service for 18 years for Honda/Acura. Mostly for Acura when they started to transition to USA made vehicles. The Integra, NSX, RL…. And USA made TLs had unbelievably different numbers in warranty repairs when compared to the truly Japan assembled imported cars. Man it was crazy! I love the engineering challenges the tightening of the parameters has created, but Toyotas middle finger to the US has been threefold! The Supra being a frikken BMW, Tundra dropping the V8, lastly and greatest disappointment in the Toyota world is the Land Cruiser 300 series dropping the tailgate! Now it seems this is the 4th “middle finger” from Toyota! Good grief! Anyways, keep up the great work and “motor” on, hahaha…. I’ll keep watching and learning! 👍👍👍

[@wolfeadventures]

And there goes the longevity.

[@charlesjackson1700]

It's a Toyota not a Dodge so it will have the reliability.

[@lot931]

wish you had more photos of what you are talking about for more clarification to your viewers. interesting video.

[@user-qx3ph3xb6l]

Agree.

[@Howard2006]

This video is from May 2022, is there an update? I was looking for part 2. Great information on Toyota and cars in general.

[@JasonFlorida]

I am glad to have found a near perfect 2017 Lexus ES350 with only 25k miles! I will keep that V6 baby for many years to come! I think the interior is also much nicer than the 2019 and on versions.

[@michaelmallon6346]

just got a 2018 ES350 with 18K miles here in Florida .car looks new . maybe i will outlive the car. Last of the 6 speed trans

[@MrMikey1273]

Owning a small turbo diesel suv before I know that if they build it well it will last as long as you take care of it. Regular oil changes with synthetic oil are going to be par for long life. Don't beat on it. Don't over heat it. Oil changes are going to be the most critical thing to not let go.

[@douglasscovil3447]

turbo diesels are fine, but i would never buy a car with a gas turbo engine if i wanted the car to last for a long time without a lot of maintenance. am a big fan of synthetic oil, however.

[@MrMikey1273]

@@douglasscovil3447 well I'm not sure about not ever buying a turbo gas engine. Diesel engines stand up better to forced induction because they are usually built to handle higher pressures of compression ignition from the start. With good engineering and design there is no reason gas turbos can't be as durable. All the parts need to be stronger then NA engines. The issue is we have engineers that are pushed to cut cost of production and we get things like some of the Ford eco boost engines that have issues with the cylinder heads and head gaskets blowing because there isn't a good enough sealing surfaces or head bolt patterns.

[@seanpop2886]

Sooo... The EPA also wanted 10,000-mile oil changes... How'd that work out?

[@little123456788]

Thank God I recently picked up a 2019 Lexus ES 350 with that smooth, quiet V6 to replace my wrecked 2008 ES 350. I have 0 interest in anything turbo or hybrid.

[@georgeg1947]

Same here. I don’t care about turbo or hybrid either.

[@brrichard858]

I am not a fan of these smaller turbo engines like the one in the Tundra and now the Highlander. I personally think a naturally aspirated V6 or V8 will always be more reliable than a forced air engine. These smaller forced air engines work harder and are subjected to higher internal engine pressures. It's funny because currently people often find they get better mpg than advertised with current and previous Toyota engines but from what I've seen the advertised numbers on the "efficiency" of these new engines is not accurate and is virtually unattainable because it's not based on real world driving. When people drive normal, I believe that the larger engines actually do get equivalent and sometimes better mpg that their smaller forced air counterparts. So it basically generates the opposite of its intent and brings long-term reliability into question to boot which is the hallmark of Toyota and Honda. Ford has done this with EcoBoost and while the power numbers are impressive the reliability is not. I truly hope Toyota proves me wrong but only time will tell.

[@steve8803]

The most reliable engines out there are turbocharged.

[@MrChuckwagon55]

Everything you said is 100% true, and we don’t need time because time has proven turbocharged cars have far more problems than non turbocharged ones. Even the mighty Honda is having all kinds of problems since they switched to turbocharged engines.

[@steve8803]

@@MrChuckwagon55 Honda is having oil dilution due to direct injection, nothing to do with turbo. Oil dilution is normal on all direct injection engines, not just Honda's.

[@MrChuckwagon55]

@@steve8803 - Actually turbocharging engines make them less reliable. History has proven that out time and time again.

[@steve8803]

@@MrChuckwagon55 tell that to all the 18 wheelers that have over a million miles and still kicking. The 2JZ is bulletproof!

[@andrewkelley434]

Very sad, with the loss of the extremely reliable 5.7 V8 and the V6, Toyota has finally succumbed to the ways of "planned obsolescence" :(

[@LiquidSm0ke]

Lexus has been using turbo 4 cylinder in their nx for a while with little to no problems

[@maj8301]

@@LiquidSm0ke Oh yeah?

[@LiquidSm0ke]

@@maj8301 yes sir.

[@recordgalaxy]

@@LiquidSm0keTurbos wear out and cost $$ to replace , you can thank Obama and Biden and democrats for this nonsense , just like how they want to replace gas stoves now smh

[@enriquerodriguez2451]

I want to thank you for your information my wife was buying that 200 miles told her to wait until I finished your video thank 😮

[@TheLoadsof]

استاذ ومعلم يعطيك العافية… All support from Kuwait.

[@devwhit]

I’ve been very hesitant about turbo’s, but if I’m ever gonna get a car with turbo, might as well be a Toyota. 🙂

[@hombrenuevoacts1728]

No turbo

[@natelove187]

Ford will love you. There’s plenty of sucks for bad cars 🚗. Just buy the non turbo 4 banger. Yes it will be less power but you won’t be married to the dealership. Just go by Fords Dealerships and see all the ECOJUNK engines being replaced or turbo being repaired

[@devwhit]

@@natelove187 What are you talking about?

[@johnw4067]

The 1980s Volvo 240/740 gasoline Turbos were pretty good. Those would easily go 200K. I agree if going Turbo, Toyota is a safer bet than pretty much any other brand though.

[@icosthop9998]

@@devwhit LoL ( The way you question Nate Love) 😂

[@Wild1995]

When Toyota remodeled the Highlander a few years ago, they dropped the 4 cylinder and made all of them V6. I was shocked because Toyota was bucking the trend. They went with the better engine even though it had worse gas mileage. This is a big about face for Toyota especially since this 4 turbo does not have better gas mileage but just better emissions? Crazy. Look out because turbos are coming for the 4runner next.

[@billfrete8487]

Problems in the new tundras already. (Turbos that is)

[@justfelix30]

Ah hell nah not the 4 runner next...

[@mikem9536]

@@justfelix30 Time to rebuild some iron dukes :P

[@The_Falken]

Every turbo charged car I have owned (suzuki/subaru/ford) has had engine problems due to guess what........the turbo. I am meticulous about engine care and oil changes, never were any of them abused. I am kind of disappointed toyota is going this route. While turbo's are very fun to drive, you have an engine part that is high heat, and has a rotation of over 100000 rpm, and we expect this is going to last and be reliable as a NA engine that doesn't have one? But you never know....if any auto manufacturer can do it, it's probably toyota. The new shop looks great! Please keep these great videos coming!

[@michaelweber6329]

The oil spot on your shirt is reassuring. Thank you for all the wisdom, car care nut!

[@MowerModdin]

I find it interesting that the Corolla, Camry, RAV4, and newer Toyota Hybrids are the only few vehicle models to receive Naturally Aspirated Dynamic Force engines, and they both get very good fuel economy. I wonder why Toyota wouldn't put this technology into their other larger displacement engines, without having to go the turbocharger route

[@mrstan4081]

As he explained, it’s about emissions. Not about gas mileage or power.

[@mcr5645]

This. Normalize aluminum bodywork 🙏

[@leroyjenkins3973]

Many cars, SUVs and trucks are going four cylinder with turbo, and a cvt transmission what could go wrong.

[@phillipbrown9730]

That combo is why i didn't choose a honda accord

[@mustyali9529]

Long term reliability. They performance gain over a typical 6 cylinder is only possible if you drive like a grandma, If no so, in some cases it gets worse MPG's and emissions.

[@Omgcorpse]

This is why older cars hold their value.

[@hombrenuevoacts1728]

They hate us having good cars...

[@mustyali9529]

@@phillipbrown9730 My sister wanted the 2018 Accord but because of the turbo, she chose the 2017 V6 Touring. She couldn't be happier, it even gets 36Mpg highway

[@1978JWJ]

I work at a company that makes engine parts for Toyotas, we are still running parts of the A25 btw. The only main V6 is the twin turbo they have for the new Tundra, everything else is getting scaled down and turbo- 2.4 turbo OR hybrid/EV etc. Old school NA V8s and V6s are going the way of the doodoo bird. The 3cyl turbo motor is getting alot of attention as well.

[@maj8301]

Toyota will go the way of the "doodoo bird" too if they keep pissing off their loyal customers.

[@MowerModdin]

*BMW N54 wastegate rattling issue intensifies* BMW went towards electrically controlled wastegates for their next generation turbocharged engine. Instead of requiring a turbocharger rebuild or replacement with the older design, you can slap a $50 part on the turbocharger, do the adaptation relearn, and be done. There are ways to improve the old design, you could upgrade it with a billet bushing. Hopefully Toyota didn't cheap out here, and used a high-quality bushing that won't fail 10 years down the line

[@bwalker4194]

My sister-in-law ran the V6 for 10 minutes at highway speeds with no coolant (don’t ask). The water pump had a massive failure, all the coolant left the engine, the temp gauge rose a bit then started back down because the temp sensor was no longer in contact with liquid. The plastic upper intake manifold actually melted down into the lower manifold. Astoundingly, the only real damage was a burned-through ring land on one piston. Everything in the lower end was fine. One of the best engines ever designed and manufactured. The turbo-four has a tough act to follow.

[@sa8175-x2g]

Reliability is being sacrificed for compliance to emissions standards….

[@georgeg1947]

@@sa8175-x2g exactly.

[@johnwick860]

brother, I've heard that the V6 turbo engine in the new Tundra has numerous problems... do I need to stay away from this engine for now and wait for a new engine in the Tundra? thanks

[@everydayfun9531]

Yea better if you stay away from the V6 twin turbo since V8 was more reliable and was also naturally aspirated aswell...

[@vincentlallo6543]

i was told by an engine builder many years ago. if you built 2 engines with the best identical parts for a racing purposes the engine with the turbo will die first. i dont know if this is true but it makes sense'

[@Fireguy1962]

So, as far as the EPA standards, is it more important for what comes out of the tailpipe rather than what the mpg is?

[@simontong2954]

I am going to buy the new Highlander this year for the V6 gas model, but the 2022 model is not satisfy enough to me, just want to see the 2023 if there will be any change to it. Dropping the V6 will definitely change my mind, does the turbo engine still reliable enough? I doubt !

[@georgeg1947]

The 4 cylinder turbo engine is junk.

[@quadrideyanju8675]

@@georgeg1947 try Honda 2.0 4 cylinders turbo

[@jaywon_optimum]

I have a limited version and it's awesome except for 8 inches digital infotainment and power fold mirror. What's the issue you have with 2022 V6?

[@revmotor]

Beautiful LC in the background.

[@notsureyou]

The main reason I don't like turbo cars, The turbo usually breaks outside of the warranty period.... So an expensive component just waiting to cost the owner money.

[@georgeg1947]

Turbo is unreliable

[@sidehop]

FYI on anyone want a little boost, the 2023+ Highlander can be tuned via Burger Motorsports tuning kit. If you have 2022 Highlander V6, VF Tuning kit with their map can add up to 25 HP and 25 torque.

[@reachblowsdick7222]

A 4-cylinder turbo Camry vs Accord T-2.0 would be a very interesting comparison.

[@quadrideyanju8675]

Accord 4 cylinder turbo run faster than Camry v6

[@reachblowsdick7222]

@@quadrideyanju8675 - Would a 4 cylinder turbo Accord run faster than a if Toyota made a Camry V6 turbo?

[@kennethwatson6822]

Glad I got my 2022 V6 Highlander this year 😅

[@davidaix5771]

Glad I got my 2022 4Runner TRD off-road premium plan on keeping it for as long as it will go

[@ihsaa44]

You just avoided Scotty’s name for beauty covers. 😅😅. Indeed these engine covers do have some purpose. As always your videos are very educational. Thanks

[@meenam300zx]

I have a 2014 Sienna and drove my son's 2021 hybrid through grand canyon and was disappointed with passing power. My V6 is much more smoother and quieter. I don't care for the gas saving if you can't pass easily in mountains.

[@alexdesamsonow822]

Again, another awesome video by AMD. If this engine was built for a turbo from the beginning,I would have more trust in it. As we see here, it is not. That tells me the crank, bearings and rest of engine originally is not designed for the added stress and power placed on it now… Time will tell! Thanks Again Sir for another excellent honest video!!!

[@lockdown204]

This doom and gloom about Toyota turbo is strange to me. They've been making turbo engines since the 80s.

[@slowfiveoh4986]

It just shows how clueless most people are.

[@brianwkunklecih7724]

If you want a sedan with a v6, and want to get it for less than 60k, time is running out fast. New emission regs are causing us to revisit the early 70s, when dramatic emission regulation changes brought us a decade of badly designed and short-lived cars. I still remember cars from the late seventies and early 80s that looked almost new, but were junk after 3 to 5 years' use due to major drivetrain flaws caused by hasty, unresearched design changes that were made to meet the new emission standards. Today, the new turbo 3 and 4 cylinder engines require a level of lubrication maintenance that many owners will not properly prioritize, so buying a used car will be far riskier than it is today.

[@mrsargemeister]

Thanks for the heads up looks like I'll need to squeeze another 10years and 100k out of my 2gr-fe

[@mollyz2581]

Personally I think Toyota should have gone all hybrid for the 23 Highlander. It could have driven sales up, since your average Joe or Jane cross-shopping the large SUV segment would notice the dramatically higher fuel economy of the Highlander. Especially with current fuel prices. And the hybrid is likely more reliable.

[@adamesd3699]

I test drove both the hybrid and the V6 Highlanders back to back. The hybrid felt really “meh”. The V6 felt so much better in every way. I couldn’t justify buying the V6 because of gas prices, and after driving the V6 I couldn’t imagine driving the hybrid every day, so I ended up walking out with neither.

[@golferpro1241]

@@adamesd3699 I got the V6. 27.5 Highway. City is bad at about 17.5

[@genghis288]

Garage looks good! And, perfect timing about the new turbo 4, I was curious about your thoughts.

[@jhonatanmeza2710]

Your videos are getting better and better

[@MPGunther1]

I so appreciate your explanation, that even I can understand it