The Unfortunate Truth About the All New 2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro

[@mike9588]

The unfortunate truth is that it is too damn expensive

[@CesarDominici]

xD

[@faheemabbas3965]

The unfortunate truth is that reliability in modern cars is dead. Buy used cars.

[@mojo4376]

Too plasticky Too unreliable Too expensive Too few cyclinders Too much Mexico in its manufacture

[@MoeLarrycurly1]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@JoseGomez-ws2um]

@@faheemabbas3965

[@tomkillsall]

I’m so glad AMD pointed out Toyota’s outrageous price and lacks of quality, we really need more KZbinrs to speak out the facts and ugly, I’m so tire of most KZbinrs just praising Toyota blindly.

[@oneusamaga-lq7tp]

I hear ya there Brother.

[@ryanb8736]

This guy isn’t paid to advertise for them.

[@chrisfoxwell4128]

I guess I don't spend enough time on KZbin or all my searches aren't hitting the algorithm because I rarely see Toyota failures as opposed to all the Hyundai, Ford, Chevy failures it keeps feeding me.

[@tomkillsall]

@@chrisfoxwell4128 Toyota isn’t the brand we knew before. The new generation is significantly more in price and with many corners cut. My wife has a 2020 RX 350, it has real wood and leather etc. the new one is just sea of plastic and less features, but much more expensive. The worst part is, Toyota is selling cars way cheaper internationally, only charging US/Canada premium. Just returned to Canada from overseas, I went to see a Tacoma sibling hilux top trim that costs CAD$40k+, comparable Tacoma is costing more than double here in Canada. RAV4 top trim is CAD30k+ overseas, and more than double in Canada.

[@robsrave8156]

@@chrisfoxwell4128because Toyota is killing its brand in real time

[@bssw218]

Every critique he made was bang on. This man should be on speed dial to Toyota engineers.

[@Strawman333]

Oh. You think they’d care. You’ll come around one day.

[@german80]

@@Strawman333 They used to care. but ever since that new CEO or whoever it was from Toyota made the decision to make the cars "cool and fun" the quality has gone down very noticeably. like we just saw in this video. i loved boring toyotas from the previous generations. not this cool wannabe cars with turbo engines that are not reliable anymore

[@sdrifter13]

12:12 Engineers can be quite inconsiderate with their poor designs. They have no respect for anyone who has to work on their vehicles.

[@XAVargasX0206]

What an ignorant comment.

[@traviskimbrell1209]

I don’t understand why everyone is complaining. I had a Gladiator Mojave, a Colorado ZR2 and a GMC Canyon AT4X and my new Tacoma TRD Off-road hybrid is my favorite by far!

[@jasonsmith1143]

Toyota dealership may hate you. But we love you and take your advice seriously. thank you from Las Vegas

[@groot5441]

He works for them , I’m pretty sure.

[@ShuffIePath]

​@@groot5441used to. Not anymore.

[@groot5441]

@@jasonsmith1143 I was unaware anything changed.

[@eddieBoxer]

Thank you from North Korea.

[@blintzkreig1638]

@@eddieBoxer You are NOT from north korea.

[@Joeyvale66]

I just watched a 46 minute video about a truck that I wasn’t gonna buy on a channel I’ve never seen before. Suffice it to say I subscribed and I will make sure to search for the next vehicle that I’m interested in on this channel. Thank you KZbin algorithm

[@KG-kq9tk]

Its a great channel

[@yayinternets]

This channel is great! Good decision to subscribe.

[@Dryloch]

He is a Toyota lover who is willing to be honest about Toyotas. You can trust him when he tells you the good and bad about cars.

[@mrbsutube5081]

Fortunate enough to live 30 minutes from TCCN - needless to say, they do maintenance in my 2015 Lexus - same in person as on uTube channel. 👍

[@PatrickC139]

I hear you. I just watched the video about a truck I'll never buy or that I'm even the target market for, but it's still so interesting .

[@slik560]

The market for older Toyota Tacomas just went up exponentially. Thanks for your consistent honesty

[@ADBLOCKER4YOUTUBE]

My 98 4x4 is worth about 85% of what I paid for it. Before this happened.

[@jns08d]

Currently looking for one now, can confirm lol

[@CharlesHaskett-nt2sp]

You did a good job of convincing me not to buy one.

[@valiantone395]

Come on man get that $70k 4 banger hybrid 🤣🤣🤣

[@Keefer24]

Foreal he completely talked me out of ever wanting a Toyota again 😂

[@jns08d]

@@valiantone395 With flimsy fenders lmao

[@robertweber3140]

No matter how much AMD touts Toyota, and for a good reason, he gives honest reviews with integrity!!

[@NVRAMboi]

When he's disappointed with the vehicle, he will tell you that and why. As a 6x or 7x Toyota owner, I kinda feel the same way. I had hoped to drive Toyotas for the rest of my years. Not possible now.

[@dtlusk24]

​@NVRAMboi get a 4 runner or Landcruiser. They are still made in Japan and proven .

[@ytj22]

​@@NVRAMboiwhat will you drive instead?

[@robertedwards3822]

@@ytj22Just bought a 2024 Chevy Canyon ZR2. Paid $5k under msrp. Got a 100k mile 8 year warranty for $2500. All in price was just a tad over 52,000 with taxes and fees. ZR2 as far as the TRD pro these days. I have owned a two Tacoma TRT off-road trucks. But these new ones are junk. Only fan will buy them anymore.

[@ytj22]

@@robertedwards3822 still too early for me to tell if they're junk, the truck just launched early this year. I'm not in the market for a new one for a couple of years, I'll judge then.

[@robertaspinall3035]

The problem with many car reviewers is their lack of knowledge about what they are reviewing. This is the most comprehensive review I've ever seen. Awesome review!

[@Slammingutz]

Agreed. He is an honest man with so much integrity and honesty. Thank you AMD!

[@MikesGearGarage]

Thanks for giving an actual honest review and not just shilling for billion dollar corporations. Toyota needs to do better.

[@panzer_TZ]

I'm glad I'm starting to see Toyota KZbinrs complain about these vehicles. Toyota makes great vehicles, but the prices, especially versus other brands are getting out of hand. I understand willing to pay for the Toyota tax, but after a certain point, you have to wonder if you're really gaining that much. It's also clear that Toyota is taking advantage of their loyal fanbase and reputation to purposefully keep dealer supply low and and prices high.

[@NVRAMboi]

Well said.

[@dominica2765]

Toyota trucks are no longer great vehicles

[@HARRYAZZHOLE]

Most vehicles these days can't even speak on the realiablity of any brand because some texting blind person crashes into you doing triple the speed limit on a city street.

[@thatoneotherotherguy]

That being said, the TRD PRO models have NEVER been good value propositions. They're for the "unlimited budget", "blank check" Toyota diehard. For us more normal offroaders, the TRD Offroad trims have always given reasonable value. This latest PRO is silly. A 2024 TRD Offroad without the pricy premium package is somewhat reasonably priced and can already be had with four-figure dealer discounts.

[@demonslayer5613]

Yea everyone except thetopher who is sponsored by toyota to say nice things

[@SFSraptor]

The primary reason I watch your videos is your unbiased reviews. Thank you for maintaining this approach.

[@thomasassim-ita1787]

Ultimately the best car review channel on YT. Car Care Nut is always the best place to go to. In fact the only true mechanic car reviewier not some car journalist with no mechanic experience

[@rajinkajun-2576]

As a fellow Toyota fanatic as he is, it’s refreshing to see an honest evaluation of the vehicle and not a biased love fest.

[@mohammadkamran5862]

Haha totally. It’s nice to see someone who understands the mechanics reviewing the vehicles. Unlike the journalists who just care about the newest screens and technology, and how the Toyota sports car is not as fast as the competition so it’s not worth it to buy in their opinion. 😂

[@carbonking53]

Like TFL?😂😂😂 Those guys on TFL don't know a lug nut from a peanut.

[@rodneysumaydeng299]

Yes he is next to Scotty Kilmer 😊😊😊

[@timalan7406]

This is the best Tacoma review ever posted on KZbin.

[@ElGuerreroMaya]

It is until he posts the next one lol

[@garysbraccia4980]

This guy is the most honest on YT. Only guy I would trust with his advice. Which is why I will keep my 05 GX470 with cast iron block V8.

[@cuttheknot4781]

AMD is the BEST and most pragmatic, honest, accurate, fair reviewer of vehicles. He is 100% correct about those useles seats and I hope the powers that be are cringing in their office seats watching the reality of this review. Toyota has fallen victim to gimmickry and it is sad and, unfortunately, expensive mistakes. Thank you AMD. Perhaps Toyota should consult AMD from now on. I certainly think they should.

[@tomphillips2608]

Yes, this. Toyota needs to stop listening to the fan Boi who puts out a video on how to change the oil , and is an expert.

[@labornurse]

Whenever AMD says "that's ok", know that he is deeply disappointed 😂

[@markmcminn5100]

That's OK = this sucks :)

[@English_Speaking_Fox]

I had an overwhelming sense of pride in our AMD at the end of this video. Honesty and integrity personified. Saying it as it is, in the most gimmick free, hard hitting, facts based review you’ll see. Brilliant.

[@4runner510]

Agree with you 100% on the gimmicky tailgate, the seats, and the unnecessary speaker in the top of the dash. Toyota has to go back to its roots

[@stratochief99]

The problem is, when they kept the same design for 12 years, people constantly bitched and moaned that Toyota was bland and wasn't innovating often enough. Now everyone is whining that they need to go back...wtf do you all want?

[@Incomudro1963]

That speaker is bound to rattle in no time.

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

@@4runner510 The 4th gen 4Runner was PEAK Toyota. So big and bombastic, V6 standard, V8 optional on every trim, full-time 4WD on every trim, INCREDIBLE JBL Synthesis hifi audio system and not that regular JBL crap. The 5th gen 4Runner toned down all of this but at least kept the classic Toyota virtues, of being overbuilt. This new Tacoma is not overbuilt at all. Detuned engine for the manual transmission and now they have to detune the off-road power with stability control because TFL destroyed the 4WD system in a way it really shouldn't be possible.

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

@@stratochief99 everybody complaining about Toyota's being dinosaurs go into a corner so we can point fingers at them and say "this is your fault".

[@user-gq2vn1xj2r]

@@stratochief99 A happy medium.

[@shawnpepper9582]

I love how your not just a Toyota fanboy.You call it like it is the good,the bad,the ugly.That's why I been following from day one in your garage on a workbench.

[@Slammingutz]

I agree. Thank you for letting your viewers and Toyota know how they need to step up their quality and just do better. Thank you again.

[@nicksmith8166]

I bought a Frontier and so far I’m happy with it. It’s only got 36K on it now but so far so good. Time will tell. It’s comfortable, doesn’t have a ton of tech, has an old school naturally aspirated V6, and a body on frame construction. One of the last actual trucks left.

[@daniel8728]

Wise choice! Same choice I made 😀

[@jskaggs8188]

Toyota has cheated on the build quality and jacked the price up.

[@colin707]

Greedy fuckers

[@davehenderson6125]

...and they've dropped the pay for Mexican autoworkers building them to as close to nothing as possible. How are they going to care about building quality if they're worrying about paying for rent and food all day long?

[@yeongieboy]

I get Toyota quality and everything but their new cars are too damn expensive.

[@rickeycooley9139]

You know it all don’t you? You just know it all and more. Shut the f$$k up you clown!

[@robinphilip5747]

Yup.. plastic valve cover.. 😬

[@jasonp3253]

I think the uncomfortable truth is that Toyota is never going to give you another vehicle to review again! I love your reviews, and yours are the ones I know are real and not bought and paid for. Sticking with you, staying subbed because of who you are! Keep up the right fight!

[@45shrike]

@@jasonp3253 easy solution is to just rent off Turo to review. AMD will have tons of options because there’s always some “hustler & grinder” trying to rent new vehicles out on Turo.

[@blackice7408]

Which says something. If toyota was all about quality and maintaining their reputation of it, stopping someone from reviewing their cars for pointing out the flaws within their vehicles n during manufacturing as well as showing points of questionable quality control, will further damage their rep

[@marcJoel]

Toyota is dead died with the 23 Tacoma and 24 4runnah

[@nikolaysedletskiy5076]

They will or they lose trust and fan base completely. This is what good companies do, looking for constructive criticism to improve their products and services. If company stop doing it - its done and you should probably start looking for another company to put your money in, vote with your money, this is only how we can make change with big corporations...

[@blackice7408]

@nikolaysedletskiy5076 genesis has taken constructive criticism and its has skyrocketed ever since. Toyota is basing its glory still from when they took over the 70s and then on with high quality while other foreign brands had bad quality. But that train can only last so long until you come to a time where alot of tech is being packed into cars and its at this point impossible to maintain decades long quality with so many electronics. So now they're slipping here n there and are hoping long time toyota buyers will look past that

[@OVAZUSA]

After viewing this review I an appreciate my 2023 Nissan Frontier Pro4X even more. With 14,500 + miles, there are no issues off road, in town or on the open highway.

[@mattjohnson7660]

Rock rails mounted to the body and not the frame is literally the most hilarious fail I think Toyota could make on the TRD pro 😂 I laughed for a good minute when I saw that.

[@jbcope1000]

Especially when the trailhunter has frame mounted sliders

[@bobcoats2708]

Sadly, a number of 'off road' trucks have this same issue. They are clearly there for looks, not protection.

[@canadaspy007]

Toyota engineers actually said it's not a rock slider and more of a sand blocker to protect the paint. It's a paint guard. Lol also like below I think it should have came with the trailhunter rock sliders also the gas tank protection is plastic on the trd pro lol they focused way too much on trd pro being fast and light. Sucks the trailhunter is way more money than the trd pro in Canada. After this video I'm waiting for the 2026 or 2027 model.

[@elputoamo5686]

@mattjohndson I think you don't understand the difference between a rock rail and a rock slider lol. A rock rail has to be mounted to the body to stay close to it to protect it from rock chips of going fast off road 🤡

[@evancontos2267]

Especially when the frame has awesome pre done holes for them, like the power running boards on the limited leverages.

[@thedude1553]

The 65k 4 popper taco that nobody ever wanted.

[@R32vdubb]

You’re not going to find one for $65k but $75k plus thx to greedy “Market adjustment” 😂

[@MR3DDev]

IDK where you shop but I can buy a taco for $2 in my local food truck

[@ironrain1x]

Back in my day we had tacos made in Mexico, they cheap, and came with free cilantro

[@gosman949]

@@ironrain1x yep, the day of the cheap $1 tacos are over.

[@ThirdBrainLives]

Okay Boomer

[@Maynardd]

$65,000!? I paid $60,000 for my new 2020 Raptor. I know Ford gets bashed all of the time, but I would take the raptor any day over this Tacoma. And by the way, I traded in my 2006 TRD Tacoma for the raptor. And I downright loved that Tacoma.

[@willytrouble88]

Im glad you were honest in this review, CCN. Unimpressed. A hybrid motor with its own separate cooling system and water pump, in addition to the normal cooling system and water pump for the engine. An air cooled nickel metal hydride battery system with filters. An electric motor, integrated with a complex transmission. A separate oil sump for the hybrid motor clutch system. All made in Mexico. Sure. What could go wrong?

[@SomeOne_86]

Modern vehicles are so damn stupid.

[@ryanb8736]

They’ve been made in Mexico for many years. Shocked people are just realizing this.

[@NVRAMboi]

Apparently forgotten: "Less Is More."

[@SanDiegoFreddy]

@@ryanb8736 but they're now made exclusively in Mexico. Production used to be split between Texas and Mexico. I'll take my old made in Japan 4Runner any day.

[@dracodrake45]

They are now only made in Mexico after 2021 ​@@ryanb8736

[@justoluisalfonsolopez6326]

This video is the reason I love to watch this channel. It is honest & brutal at the same time. Great job!

[@ewrzosek]

This is, without a SINGLE SHADOW of a doubt, the BEST, most HONEST, and in-depth review I have EVER seen on KZbin, NOT just of this new (frankly) POS Tacoma, but also of Toyota as a whole, and their astonishingly quick decline in the race for maximizing profits. I can't recall if the Tacoma was designed (and built) in the US like it's bigger brother Tundra is, but I think this shows Toyota should've stuck to their Japan design studios, engineers, and manufacturing centres, cause this thing stinks of a US domestic truck in regards to the cheapness, cost and corner cutting! My only critique of your review though, is you did not mention the WIDE SPREAD issues with the rear (and front) differentials blowing up, and transmissions, and how Toyota's fix will be to "reprogram" (aka GIMP) your transmission / engine performance to stop it from happening. This truck is honestly such utter TRASH, it definitely makes some of the US competitors look good for a change!

[@JJF1973]

AMD is brutally honest, and I am all here for it.

[@TheCarGuyOnline]

Thanks for being honest with regards to the quality for the price. I think a lot of buyers could overlook the shortcomings (cheapness) if the price was a lot less...but it's not. All of my older Toyotas are cheap and plasticy too, still reliable, but they were MUCH cheaper in price than the newer models. Great job hitting on those points.

[@eyeliketony]

I love the honest review, no sugar coating here.

[@pkdude5334]

they saved $1.12 by not putting that seal on the hood. totally worth it

[@chuckwalla2967]

@@Vince-oc7ny So why is Toyota being cheap on not so cheap product?

[@TrevorWebb-ck2yv]

@@chuckwalla2967 Greed. American-style.

[@fanboiahoy260]

@@TrevorWebb-ck2yvit’s a Japanese car company

[@chadchadchadchadchad]

​@@Vince-oc7nyOr they could have added a $1.12 to the price and made a better truck.

[@TrevorWebb-ck2yv]

@@fanboiahoy260 and American greed took over

[@colinp446]

Damn... This dude isn't sponsored by Toyota! 😂 Thanks for the honest review and commentary.

[@j4yp3r]

I agree with practically all of your concerns and questions, especially the gimmicky center speaker. If you break or lose it, you are now missing a center channel channel. The speaker also has to have lithium-ion battery but is right under the sun for hours in temps over 150 degrees which will cause the battery to swell or worse.

[@raycollington4310]

Fingers crossed that Toyota management take notice that we can see what they’re doing to quality. As someone who only recently arrived at Toyota after decades of German cars, I can see myself going back if they don’t stop flushing quality down the toilet. It seems like their competitors are in control of quality. Good honest review AMD, thank you.

[@MixmasterMegz767]

This is by far the best review I’ve seen and if Toyota don’t listen they will be losing customers, their quality been going down hill. Plus the fact that the 4Runner , Tacoma etc fronts all look similar with cheap plastic and ridiculous pricing lol

[@stephenvue2659]

Sadly, they already lost one customer.

[@Jacob0209]

6:19 this explanation is fantastic, every time he says something and I think “what the hell does that mean?” or “How does that work?” He answers my question! Makes some excuses here and there, but at least he tells you the poor choices the engineers made. Definitely subscribing!

[@MeGaTrOn361-j6d]

You definitely set yourself apart from other KZbinrs. Thanks for a great review.

[@kabirtimory5924]

It is a 4 cylinder, turbocharged, with a lot of plastic materials and made in Mexico. Toyota is moving in the wrong direction. I wouldn't pay more than 35k for this truck.

[@guyagainstthegrain]

Toyota is producing junk that is way inflated. They have done away with the proven engines and drivetrains to appease the EPA. Furthermore, there are more and more plastics in the new vehicles. All junk and the prices are ridiculous. Bring back more metals, aluminum, and wood to vehicles.

[@cristobaltorres6185]

Better than China made

[@7aramkeda334]

That's what I have been saying since they decided to put that crap engine in there.

[@TheTCOLL]

In Canada it’s 82k.

[@kennyg1358]

​@@cristobaltorres6185probably not

[@speed8701]

Just drove my 2019 Tundra Limited 3/4 the way across the USA and back plus put over 1,000 miles on it in the State I was in and I will say this one thing again. I WILL NEVER GIVE UP MY V8 TUNDRA. Solid as a rock Truck.

[@therealrodas]

Bring back V6, analog gauges, easy access cabin filter housing, and lower sticker price and I am in.

[@mustanggt106]

100%

[@ryanb8736]

V6 was slow.

[@barrydworak]

The Access doors are one of the best features of my Tacoma the way I use it. Take those off and the truck is just not nearly as useful. And I don't want a 4 door crew cab with a little bed.

[@victortran8540]

If they had the V8 from the GX460 in the last Gen Tacoma, it would have been amazing

[@barrydworak]

@@ryanb8736 4.0l was great.

[@Psichlo1]

Toyota is rapidly going down the wrong path. Aside from the engine issues that everyone knows about on the Tundra, I have heard complaints of cheap and interior that rattles a lot. I can't wrap my head around what they are thinking. This is what happened with Honda a few years back when they started cheaping out on their amenities and interior and raised their prices. It seem like they have to cheap out on the interior to at least keep the MSRP "reasonable" . 65k for a small truck is absurd, no matter how you cut it. I just bought my wife a 24 4Runner and I hated having to pay 50k. I don't even want to know what they're going to ask for the 25's. In a world where vehicles prices are skyrocketing and quality is going down, I think I will stick with my 14 SIenna and 14 Camaro and be happy that I don't have to pay what current prices are. The unfortunate side of that is that parts for older vehicles are getting more and more expensive and harder to find. It would seem that manufacturers are intentionally trying to force people into the newer overpriced garbage they are producing. As a lifetime Toyota fan, I am extremely disappointed in the direction that Toyota is going. It seriously seems like they have become so reliant on their historical reliability that they think people will pay an exorbitant amount for anything they offer. I think those days are rapidly coming to an end; and if the issues with the Tundra are any indication of what is to come for Toyota, I think you're going to see more and more people leaving in droves and keeping their older cars as long as they possibly can.

[@2nickles647]

So you are complaining about Spending $$$$$ and now bragging about spending $$$$ on a new vehicle for your wife an over priced garbage. I haven't bought a new truck since 2003. And I didn't buy the truck for my wife. We decided to buy the truck for both of us.

[@bobhayes8750]

I just paid $50K for a '24 4Runner Limited - that's more than the cost of my previous two vehicles put together. But, the alternative was to wait for a '25 4Runner and pay even more for a small displacement turbo engine. Toyota keeps pushing out the release date for the '25 4Runner - I halfway think they know quite well sales will drop off and they're keeping the '24 available as long as they can. BTW take a good look at the data Toyota is pulling off your 4Runner - unless you shut down all the data apps / services (and likely few folks do that) Toyota is pulling location, odometer, driving style (I'm not kidding) and selling that info to insurance companies or data brokers.

[@07wrxtr1]

At this point you’re better off with a higher mileage used older tacoma or even a stupid mazda… Very sad - we’re in a race to the bottom for n terms of vehicle quality and durability as well as right to repair It’s “almost” like “they” don’t want you owning anything anymore

[@jsm1125]

I have the TRD Pro 2023, and I will not change it for the new one. Thank you for your reviews it helped me decide on the my trade in. I had a 2014, Tacoma TRD Sport.

[@gorkypark13]

"Some things should remain basic, because they are basic" Should be a law lol. Who wants to flip through 15 menu screens to change fan speed . Love the channel, keep doing great job!

[@dvader3263]

Or, Toyota could just use one button on the steering wheel activated by a thumb to allow for voice control of any function needed while driving.

[@marcJoel]

@@dvader3263no

[@davidmckibbin4440]

touch screens are there because it saves them money,

[@hughsavage2136]

In Australia we have a similar truck. Called Hilux. They mostly have reliable high torque Diesel engines though. Far more efficient than petrol in a heavy vehicle. We love them this way.😊😊

[@J.Young808]

You also are lucky and get Land Cruiser 70 series utes (trucks) and wagons and Troopy’s. I wish we could get more vehicles in diesels. I grew up driving a 1976 Mercedes 240D diesel sedan that I had to pull a lever (like a choke) to warm the glow plugs to start, then I would borrow my mom’s 1980 300TD wagon. I was driving from 1991 on and I drove a 2014 BMW 328d diesel sedan up until 2023. I am going to eventually swap in a D4D Toyota diesel engine from DieselToys in San Antonio in either my Dad’s 2017 4-cylinder 4x2 SR Double Cab Short Bed or my 2023 TRD OR 4x4 Access Cab.

[@adamkroeker6800]

This is the best review of a vehicle I’ve ever seen on KZbin.

[@imnotusingmyrealname4566]

Base models have always been the most reliable. Less stuff to break.

[@bruno2235]

Yep. SR 4wd Tacoma now is $40k

[@hedgehogthesonic3181]

​@@bruno2235 What year?

[@billricheter5678]

Actual,y tacomas havent been reliable,for some time. Research and you will see it’s dead last for midsize truck reliability

[@chuckwalla2967]

@@bruno2235 I can't even find SR's in stock in my area. Cheapest SR5's are starting around $43K.

[@eddieBoxer]

I'd be happy with the Offroad or SR5.

[@BeefNEggs057]

Toyota does nothing to warrant the premium price tag anymore guys. Be honest. They’ve been coasting on their reputation for a long time.

[@Obamaisgey]

For 20 years

[@kenkozawa9810]

They weren't ever going to please everyone. How many years did we hear about how Toyota isn't doing what the competition is doing, that they are so behind and ancient, etc....and now after decades of complaints and their hand getting forced by regulations, we are at this point and now all the crybabies who only want Toyota to use old powertrains come out of their holes.. 99% of yall can't even put your money where your mouth is anyways old or new Toyota...we have '23 GR Corolla and Prius both going strong..

[@danc2207]

Their quality went to shit during Covid and hasn’t recovered yet. Probably will take a decade to retire all the bad “engineer from home” mistakes.

[@fanboiahoy260]

@@kenkozawa9810stop riding cock. No one forced them to put shitty engines in their cars. Ford still has their v8s and v6s

[@Keefer24]

@@kenkozawa9810people just wanted some updated tech, not a completely different truck. Stop using the excuse that they have to follow regulations, Nissan and Honda are still using naturally aspirated V6, GM is still using V8 platforms.

[@stevemazzara8178]

Thank you for showing the back seat space or lack there of. It looks like there maybe a problem for a children’s car seat fitting in behind either seat. Great video.

[@kootnygreen]

Brother, your honest opinion is worth it's weight in gold. If toyota themselves had done this video, which they never would, it would have taken at least 12 specialist to describe what you have from the top of your head. In the future I hope you branch into all makes instead of toyota specific

[@piraltas]

2k comments and Im still struggling to find someone saying Toyota did an amazing job here. Shame on you, Toyota! Im Glad I bought my 23' Tacoma right before this crap new gen started to reach de dealers. Mine is far from perfect but it was the real last real tacoma, and with a V6.

[@overbuiltlimited]

Same. Happy with my 23’ TRD Off-Road. $45K out the door. The back seats on the 24’ would be a total deal breaker if I were looking at this truck. I can’t be the only one.

[@truthkeeperfilms]

Sadly that 2GR-FKS Camry engine in your Tacoma also suffers oil starvation when off-roading. Toyota is garbage. Cutting costs and charging more.

[@Seaward1224]

Agreed, I ran out in Sept 2023 and even flew 500kms to gran one of the last solar octane brand new Gen 3 TRD Pro’s. got for $2000 under msrp also! My friend said I was crazy! Lol

[@Seaward1224]

Agreed, I ran out in Sept 2023 and even flew 500kms to gran one of the last solar octane brand new Gen 3 TRD Pro’s. got for $2000 under msrp also! My friend said I was crazy! lol

[@Seaward1224]

Toyota just gave their lunch to the competition. They should have just stopped making the Tacoma and ended their fame in a high note then completely screw it up as they have. Over engineered, overpriced and unreliable piece of crap this is!

[@JCRAssociates]

One of your best reviews. I know you love Toyota and speak highly of their High “Lexus-Like” Quality. But it’s obvious Toyota missed the mark on this truck and needs to dramatically reduce the price to $45K. After seeing the non-functionality of the Big non-functional driver’s seat and no space in the back, I’ve changed my mind from buying this truck. I was blindly gong to buy it next week. You saved me $70K (Taxes and Dealer Fees). I was quite shocked about such low quality fit and finish (not to mention the cheap plastics and gimmicks). You don’t even see that on a low level corolla. I’ll just get me a used old fashioned Tacoma or Tundra. Thank you so much. I know that there will be many haters (including Toyota) that will ding you for your honest truth.

[@billricheter5678]

My advice is avoid new Toyotas. Thanks for your always honest reviews

[@francoisgirard2306]

So what car make do you suggest instead of Toyota?

[@bkpoirier]

@@francoisgirard2306 Nissan, Ford.

[@Brian-og4uu]

@@bkpoirier You have to be kidding, right? Both Nissan and Ford have been historically plagued with reliability and quality control issues. The Toyota's at least come from a heritage of reliability, as well as standing behind their vehicles when issues do arise. Go ahead and look up the 4 cylinder engine issues on the Bronco's and let me know how that is a better choice than this new Toyota turbo 4 cylinder hybrid. And, no, you can't compare this engine to the Tundra's 6 cylinder that had a manufacturing issue that they have now fixed, and are replacing all the bad ones for zero cost (the plague of buying a brand new platform that is the same for all manufacturers).

[@rgp8038]

@@Brian-og4uu New Toyota =garbage

[@Slammingutz]

@@francoisgirard2306I love these fire back questions. Nissan Frontier. There. You. Go.

[@rekria7037]

Totally agree with the hood shaking, my 3rd gen Tundra does the same thing. Makes the whole truck seem flimsy and chintzy since I see the hood ALL the time when I'm driving. A little more strength or thicker material or something would go so much further.

[@rsdaarud]

Fabulous, detailed review Ahmed! You are trustworthy and honest, therefore you have my loyalty. Blessings.

[@MegaSlowe]

No thanks. I'd rather buy a Frontier. Nice job, Toyota. You've successfully lost a customer. 👏

[@terrynichol577]

Yep, I'm going to a Nissan Titan

[@CanadianProho1]

@@terrynichol577😂 will see you back here in a few years once you discover Nissan quality. Been there done that, Nissan doesn’t stand behind issues. Good luck!

[@user-ox8ix6lf4r]

@@CanadianProho1 The hell are you talking about the titan and frontier are NISSAN'S most reliable vehicles they are bullet proof.

[@beexiong2995]

People say they are gonna buy a frontier but the sales say otherwise. Leads me to conclude it's just butthurt fanboys who can't buy one

[@user-ox8ix6lf4r]

@@beexiong2995 Bro aint nobody buying shitty Toyotas now its either Nissan or Mazda these days.

[@wilson3246]

That one blank button on the center console is for the auto stop/start...which the TRD Off Road and the Hybrids don't get anyways so regardless of what trim you get, every 4th gen is going to have blank buttons there. After seeing your video, I'm starting to appreciate my 3rd gen more and more.

[@jmoleas]

Outstanding review! Objective, truthful and to the point It’s unfortunate that Toyota is going in this direction form over function has no business in what used to be a reliable Toyota

[@rosspayne88]

That hood shaking and flexing is inexcusable on a $65,000 top trim vehicle.

[@curtwebbe6301]

I test drove a trd off road with the fake hood scoop. It flexed and rattled on the test drive which felt cheap to me. I can’t believe that made it to production

[@leeraymer166]

@@curtwebbe6301TRD Off Road doesn’t have the fake hood scoop on the Gen 4 Tacoma. The TRD Sport and the TRD Pro are the only models that have it currently.

[@mattmcnelley9287]

Have you seen the hood flutter on the new Lexus GX? $80k and the hood looks like it's going to wrinkle or float off. Lexus is already having to add seals on them I believe to correct it but the fact that it made it all the way to the consumer with obvious fit/finish/"quality" feel issues at that price point is more concerning to me than the issue itself. They've gotten lazy because they know, at least subconsciously, that anything they make (and make look cool, the designers are on a roll) will sell. Now they're risking losing their foundational customers who literally came to them because they wanted the product designed to last forever, not the one designed to look coolest in the fraternity parking lot. Unfortunately for us, our plan was to have a Tacoma TRD pro and a GX Overtrail+ hybrid (when it starts production) and now we're cancelling deposits on both. Keeping my last gen GX for now and going a different direction on the truck but really hope Toyota can fix some of these things mid cycle because I want to love these vehicles.

[@canadaspy007]

You'd have to add your own seal. Wouldnt be hard but still not cool on a 80k truck in Canada

[@onenessacts238]

Both my lc600 and lc250 hood shake. Unacceptable.

[@matthewpeterson3329]

Two things I immediately hate is the stamped tailgate. My god, it's all too much. And the next HUGE failure, as with the Tundra, is that they deleted the corner step on the rear bumper when the tailgate is down. We use our trucks as trucks, and when the gate is down, you need a step stool to get into the bed, rather than just hiking yourself into it by stepping on the corner of the bumper. Such a dumb feature on a TRUCK! Great video, as always.

[@petemiller519]

Thanks for your honest review. The rear lack of legroom is ridiculous.

[@erich4647]

Every video I see makes me so glad I bought a 2023 TRD. The new stuff is NOT an upgrade

[@theinfinitymachine9610]

Thank you for the honesty. I'm keeping my Tacoma 2000 and 2022. My next truck will be an imported JDM diesel hilux or a Landcruiser made 25 yrs ago. All these study fanboy channels like TRDJON and TFL and even Donut who hyped this 4th gen are bought out by Toyota.

[@Slammingutz]

💯 about the bought and paid for Toyota influencers. Such toolbags. AMD is legit and I love how he is calling out all the bad decisions that Toyota made with all their new vehicles.

[@cleverja]

Thanks for staying true and criticizing Toyota instead of beating around the bush like most KZbinrs. Your video may sway Toyota from cutting corners on future models, I for one am skipping this generation

[@capy_official]

Make Toyotas great again! Simple,reliable, affordable

[@eddieBoxer]

$90,000 dollars would be a good down payment on a house I'm lookina at $250,000 house.

[@bobdole7701]

I bought the Nissan for that reason exactly.

[@yaowang74]

Almost 1 year ago, I bought a 23GX460 because of this channel, absolutely love it, it is a premium plus for 58K, it includes destination and all other fees. Now the price of Toyota is rocket soaring, it makes my Lexus like a steal. I plan to keep it for 30 years

[@tomphillips2608]

Excellent choice. After watching many CCN videos we bought a 2018 RX350l with 49k miles. AWD, and the only Kyushu Japan made RX for three states around us. Only had it for less than 3 months, but it's a dream. Oh, and 26 mpg on regular gas , highway.

[@kurtbeck5809]

So did I

[@SlightReturn666]

Man this is a far cry from old Toyotas. We have a 2009 4Runner (almost identical to a Tacoma I believe) with 320k miles and it looks and drives like a year-old car. Not a single doggone thing is out of whack on it. Gotta get back to the mentality that made you guys so awesome!!!

[@Clockwork0nions]

the biggest problem for this truck: This Nissan Frontier Pro4x. Damn near 15-20k cheaper, NA v6, has physical buttons, doesn't have the quality problems.

[@bobdole7701]

I did exhaustive research on both TRD and PRO-4X.I drive both.Bought the Nissan.

[@UKnowBo]

I bought the 24’ Pro 4X and I’m glad I didn’t buy the Taco for a number of reasons. I love it. Way more comfortable and the N/A V6 is $$.

[@barrya.6212]

The new Ford Ranger now offers the long lasting tried and true 2.7 ecoboost...2.7 came out yearsss ago and was right from the start, and is known to get over 300,000 miles without any issues !

[@Clockwork0nions]

@@barrya.6212 Still more expensive.

[@GURKS35]

Needs premium fuel tho which sucks on 2.7​@@barrya.6212

[@rightlanehog3151]

AMD, Thanks for the 'tough love' approach to this review and the unvarnished truth about this disappointing TRD Pro. 🤨As I understand it, there are numerous supply chain problems in Mexico affecting Tacoma production and QDR. It is time for Toyota Motor Corporation to bring Tacoma manufacturing back to the USA.

[@engineer_alv]

Supply issues would continue regardless. Tacomas have been made in Mexico ever since the 2nd gens and 3rd gens were exclusively made in Mexico over the last years of production. I don't see any complaints about that. The 4th gen is just a poorly designed truck by Toyota's standards. As simple as that

[@Ben79k]

ill never afford one of these, so im not really the target audience of the video but it is still sad to see that a "top model" is having little corners cut. Truely a trend in our entire world. great review. Wish people like you were the ones responsible for making these products, things would be built to last, if that were the case.

[@The_Amateur_Hour]

Literally no one asked for those fancy seats in the next gen tacomas. No one. Everyone wanted more rear passenger space instead. Keeping my 5th gen 4Runner forever, enough tech with old school reliability

[@joegrahe3958]

yep my 2015 4runner LTD- 204k miles and humming along

[@bobhayes8750]

@@joegrahe3958 Have you had to repair / replace the X-REAS? I just bought a 2024 Limited and I'm thinking I'll likely be replacing the X-REAS before 100K miles from what I've heard.

[@Metoxetron]

Right?! Just give us a real Raptor-fighting extended travel suspension, not wheel-offset wide-stance and front seats that obliterate rear passenger and cargo space. Not to mention the apparent lack of body mounted front bumps, causing blown struts. As reported by GX 460 OFF-ROAD: kzbin.info/www/bejne/imnKg6GcZa5qi5osi=APmC0vYR6zdJ3Vuz

[@The_Amateur_Hour]

@@bobhayes8750 some people go through the process of deleting the system all together when they do have issues since it’s cheaper. That system is pricey to repair correctly. My buddy has 120k and his started leaking on his limited but it’s still fine to drive.

[@joegrahe3958]

​@bobhayes8750 nope so far so good

[@PatrickC139]

Best mechanical overview Channel for Vehicles on YT. Dont get me wrong, i like other channels too that cover the regular things about cars that the day to day driver needs to know. But understanding what kind of mechanical issues you might or might not have down the line is seriously important when wanting to spend your hard earned dollars.

[@Winterfell1066]

I had a lot of high tech gear and computer issue problems with a Ford F150 Platinum (2015) and a 2020 GMC AT4 that replaced it. The ford was rear-ended and the sensors and computers never worked after that and I got continual faults no matter what the dealer did. The AT4 engine blew up due to faulty lifters. Thank goodness it was under warranty or it would have cost 10K to fix. So, I sold the AT4 to a dealer and watched a bunch of your videos and ended up with a 2024 4runner TRD Off-Road Premium. I added a mild 1-½ inch leveling kit to the front. Painted and blacked out the silver knobs on the inside and the silver valences and other small mods so it looks very much like a TRD Pro. All that is cosmetic, but I love it. It is simple. Reliable. Easy to operate. When I am in the mountains of NC I often use it in Manual mode which is so smooth and address the gear hunting issue that many complain about. I hope to have it a very long time. I really appreciate your videos on how to change the oil and when and other tips. Because of you, I own this great 4runner. Thanks.

[@evancontos2267]

I usually won't watch long videos but your content was comprehensive and spot on, well done sir!

[@Damian-nj9tl]

AMD- there has been alot of talk on forums between people regarding new tacomas vs frontiers. Maybe you can do a frontier review on the other channel. It would be great to hear your thoughts and opinions !

[@darthcholo]

Came here to list this! Just got a 3rd gen pro4x. You save tens of thousands vs a pro and 10k vs a trd off-road. I loved my v8 tundra but needed something smaller

[@dondonaldson1684]

PLEASE do the Frontier Pro-4X!!!!!!!!!

[@NeedMoneyProductions]

I agree, I’d love to hear his opinion on it!

[@davehenderson6125]

I was thinking the very same thing! A comparison between the 2025 Frontier Pro 4X and the Tacoma, or just a review on the Nissan would be fantastic. I would love to see this too.

[@joshdoddadbod]

Yea that would be awesome.

[@davehiltabidle3445]

I’ve watched several of your reviews, this is the most entertaining one yet! I actually laughed out loud when you were describing how many times you see TRD stamped all over this truck! (Not to mention the LARGE TOYOTA print on passenger side. I’m old school too, hate the progressive lean to gimmicky features. Cake decorating should be in a bakery, not an off-road truck. I’m with you, Trailhunter is the way to go, looks like something from the Mad Max Universe.

[@markschotgerrits283]

I really hope Toyota is also watching your videos. It's such a shame that some things are not the quality you would expect from the best car manufacturer...

[@HawkingHorizon]

0:00 I like that you stood behind the vehicle so it's clear just how much of a behemoth this pickup truck really is. Oversized vehicles are really starting to get out of hand now.

[@mitch2764]

Agreed. The trend of making it bulbous, rugged and "TOUGH" is just so cringey I can't believe people buy these things and think its anything but a cheap gimmick, like a toy.

[@billowink6821]

As a retired engineer, it is pure pleasure to watch your highly informative videos. 2024 4Runner ORP (built like the TRD Pro - Koch Toyota off-road div. Easton, PA.

[@MathiasJarlson]

My local dealership has one of these for sale for $69,999 plus a $20,000 dealer markup. That’s $90,000 for a TACOMA!!!

[@jsd354]

Obviously looking for a low flying pidgin buyer. Avoid this dealer.

[@tedbell4416]

That's hilarious

[@mojo4376]

Insane…

[@volvo09]

Someone would be INSANE to pay that price. You could get a slightly used F150 Raptor for that price!

[@cobra-chicken]

I personally refuse to deal with dealerships that engage in markups. I got my 4Runner last year from a out of town dealer that didn't have markups when every dealership in the city was doing it. To this day I still drive an hour out of town to that dealership for services to make sure they get the payout.

[@mrsyg2029]

Makes me appreciate my 3rd gen even more

[@randydewees7338]

And me my V6 manual trans 2nd gen 4X4. Oh, and my 2003 V8 4X4 Tundra!!!!

[@Ironsja11]

Yep, my '22 Sport with the 6 speed manual looks better every time I see one of these '24's.

[@anthonys5581]

Same. I have a 2023 2.7L 4x4 that I’m very proud to own.

[@45shrike]

@@mrsyg2029 5th gen 4Runner and 3rd gen Taco were the last great midsize Toyota 4wds. They’ll run well while the new ones will enjoy BMW-like reliability or the lack thereof.

[@rickeycooley9139]

@@45shrikeI have a 2018 TRD OFF-ROAD, love it!And my wife has a 2018 TRD PRO 4RUNNER. They are very good trucks. Not a problem with either one. Best money I’ve ever spent.

[@Htxdea2]

Great review, appreciate the honesty and you’re absolutely correct about the gimmicks, get real Toyota, keep things simple and keep the focus on quality, your customers will reward for that.

[@CurtisSchukei]

So glad I bought my 21 4Runner TRD Off Road. Old school reliability!

[@CrownAndMainspring]

Real talk, one of the best no BS assessments I have ever seen on any truck.

[@Nightowl-OO]

Honest review, Toyota should watch your videos to learn what to fix or improve. It isn’t luck your have over 1m subs, who each probably know half a dozen who own or are thinking about purchasing a Toyota

[@kylesreef2989]

That button moulding on the seat controls area where forward/back should be is just the icing on the cake.

[@B1970TBronze]

“What’s going on? Ya running outta paint Toyota?” “This is horrendous.” I love TCCN’ s speak. 😂😂😂. They lost their minds with these very “horrendous” seats. Is this just for the U.S market? Great info as per the usual.

[@ironrain1x]

He went from that's OK to straight roast

[@robrocker7544]

This is incredibly honest review from one the most knowledgeable master mechanics out there…he called it for what it is, poorly build, over priced, cheap and full of garbage…. Morale of the story keep your older gen Toyotas and if you want to spend this much money might want to consider new Lexus GX

[@gregportillos5826]

When I would go to new car shows I would point out how General Motors and Ford vehicles that were brand new already had rust on front end components. I would also point out that Toyota did not have that problem but I noticed in reviews that there is rusting on 2024 Tacoma front axles, front driveline and rear differential. This is very disappointing in Toyota quality. I have a 2019 Tacoma that is over 5 yeas old and still doesn’t have any rust! I,m happy that you have also pointed out these issues!

[@eppyz]

Never thought I would see a $70k Tacoma, wow everyone, these prices have to come down, its getting ridiculous 🙄

[@cmk2675]

It's been ridiculous for the past few years lol

[@xirabolt]

Inflation plays a huge role. A base 2024 Camry is actually 20% cheaper than a base 1998 Camry was, once you factor inflation. A fully loaded Tacoma in 2000 was 26k, which is 50k now -- right in line with a loaded non-TRD 2024 Tacoma.

[@eppyz]

@@xirabolt Yes, and No. Yes inflation is high as it ever has been in the last 4 yrs. In 2020 my wife and I bought a new Nissan Frontier Pro 4X truck for $31k, now a new Frontier Pro 4X Starts at $45k, in 2020 I also bought a new VW GTI, paid $26k for it now a new one similar model Starts at $32k. If I want to go back further, in 1991 I bought a new Honda Civic Hatchback for $6900 in todays money that would be $15,685 where can you buy a new Civic Hatch for $15k? You can't.. If you think this type of inflation is ok? I am assuming your a Liberal. Because its NOT ok. This is ridiculous and it needs to stop. The average American Family earns $76k per year, but the average new car price is $48,600 in 2020 that average was $38k. SO MUCH has changed in the last 4 yrs. I wonder why? I am guessing you will blame covid? mmmm ok. The average American family cannot afford the new car prices. These are facts. Prices like this new Toyota Truck are so off the hook ridiculous and most will tell you the new truck will not last as long as the old ones either. Why? All this new tech, plastics, control modules and such simply will break down in time. We as a Nation need to stand up and say enough is enough. This year is time for change.

[@sonysoyboysaremadeoftears.7404]

@@xirabolt LMAO! You forgot the most important part of inflation........Wages are not matching the inflation rate. Sure, a new camry is cheaper than a 98 was but in 98 a middle class earner could easily afford the 98 camry with 24 month financing no problem, now a middle class earner will most likely have to finance 64+ months for that new camry. Your comment is not telling the full story my guy.

[@rdljiii]

Vote with your wallet.

[@alexdesamsonow822]

Sooo grateful for my 19 yr old Taco! 4,0 V6 227,000 miles and runs, shifts as new. Checked oil at 3k, still full and looks still yellow. 😊

[@s.p_a_r.k]

My opinion of Toyota has changed over the past couple of months. Quality is heavily compromised at this point across all Toyota products. Even the recent builds of non-facelifted/updated models are seeing quality issues. 4 neighbors who recently purchased have made a couple of visits to the dealership with issues already. Granted some of the visits had to do with poorly built interior plastic components. 3 of those vehicles are built in Japan. Not sure what’s going on, but I’ll keep my 2021 Toyo for a long time and hopefully the brand will get back to making robust, reliable vehicles. Really hope they pay more attention to their core strength. A friend of mine who works there said that part of the issue is that there is an overall disappointment with a good portion of their engineers with the hybridization of several vehicles.

[@Sashazur]

Disappointed engineers shouldn’t affect build quality.

[@davidanderson8469]

Myself and two friends purchased new 1985 Hilux trucks. All three ate 2.5 qts of oil every 3K oil change. We all contacted the dealer and were told that was within specs.

[@alannguyen5050]

Wow the general decrease in quality is disappointing. Seeing that hood shake at such low speeds is just sad. Love the review AMD. I wish toyota would continue to match their older quality with painted axels, grease fittings, hood stability and so much more.

[@volvo09]

Yeah that's not very "Toyota". That brings me back to old 80's cars

[@JStarr-hj4zr]

Best, no-nonsense review yet!!

[@marklloyd4153]

Looks great . I wouldn’t buy because of the engine and 65K . Unless I lived next door to you

[@Spinnaker617]

Keep that truck. I want the 600,000 mile Lexus in the background.

[@08Cruiser]

Me too!!! 🎉

[@tomphillips2608]

​@@08Cruiser LOL, that's AMD baby. See if he'll put you in his will!

[@escheidl]

I'd like to see a 600,000 mile review for this truck. I'll bet you'd have to buy it 6 times over with that nightmare drivetrain and all the other nonsense by the time it reaches the 600,000 mile mark. What a joke!

[@Spinnaker617]

@@escheidl I agree bud👍

[@dalelangehennig161]

This guy just says it. Love this actual review style. It's like taking a truck to your trusted mechanic.

[@Bostonclassics1]

Your honesty rocks. Best to walk the trails and not use this or any other SUV.