Why Would You Buy a Tundra with a teeny 4.6L Motor? Real men buy 5.7’s!!

[@capt.sparrow34]

Why would I buy the 4.6L? Because it was $5000 cheaper. I've had it since new for 7 years has 165000 on it, best vehicle I've ever owned.

[@JI-sg5uy]

My 2012 has the 4.6. 244,000 miles now. It’s my work truck in the oil field. I run it hard daily. Best truck

[@RobMotive]

Thats awesome. Love to hear good things on the higher mileage Tacomas👍

[@str8up50]

J I 🤘🏻

[@joemores6196]

Great to hear I have been investigating the reliability of the 4.6 before I make my purchase and have found very little info.

[@JI-sg5uy]

@@joemores6196 I have 287,000 on it now. Still running strong. I usually drive 2200 miles a week. I put 43,000 on it in the last months.

[@Outbounddogs]

I just got a 4.6 2012, I’m happy to hear that!!

[@FreemanFighter44]

Love my 2016 4.6 it rides like a dream gets up and goes when you want it. If you aren't towing anything crazy no need to spend the extra money.

[@carlospete2892]

Thanks for input I'm thinking about getting a 2019

[@billnyethesciencedenier1516]

I just bought a 2018 and the 4.6 feels a bit weak. I had a 2004 5.7 for 6 years and I loved it. It had some balls

[@drizzyfam3893]

I’ve owned both. 4.6 is quick off the line but don’t expect to tow a yacht. 5.7 was getting 13 mpg, come on Toyota worst in the industry. I now drive a 4.6 with 4x4. Very happy with it!

[@thatdudeonyoutube]

Glad to hear that. I just got a 4.6l 4x4 today! Haha

[@darrylfelton4262]

Was your 4.6 a 4x4 also?

[@ChickennGritss]

Just took a 1200 mile trip from one end of Pennsylvania over Allegheny mountain range with my 2017 sr with a 4.6, the average mpg was 21 mpg actual mileage figured divide gallons into mileage. Avg speed 60 to 70 mph. Love this truck

[@theshootindutchman]

That's great to hear!

[@runningman26.22]

I drive vehicles with both of these engines on a regular basis. They are both excellent motors and I have had no issues with either. It’s really about what you plan to do with the vehicle and what you like and want to spend. Not really any more complicated than that...

[@elr7862]

Whats the average mpg on the 4.6? I had a 2007 5.7 and would get around 14 . Planning on getting a 2017 with the 4.6 and 2wd

[@RobMotive]

It’s all relevant to how you drive. Right now I do a lot of city driving. I’m in the mid 14’s.

[@runningman26.22]

Chino Antrax MPG on the smaller engine is about 16, but it’s an SUV as opposed to a pickup.

[@runningman26.22]

Chino Antrax Colleague at work has the 2018 Tundra CrewMax TSS 2wd with 4.7L and is getting 17-18 mpg in daily commute.

[@rauleyshar3635]

Well said.

[@Day7Reset]

Glad you like the 4.6 motor. It was in my first truck 2011 tundra. Solid reliable and very smooth. The 5.7 is awesome, but frankly it’s more than most people need or will ever use. Being honest the 4.6 can get up and move when needed.

[@RobMotive]

Yup, I agree 👍. The 4.6 feels great to me.

[@Z0Sick]

A lot of people under estimate the 4.6 because it’s not the “big 5.7” but honestly I drove both before I bought my 2012 4.6! I love every bit of it. A lot of power at low end and very responsive! It’s a lot quicker than most people would think. Overall I love the reliability and very content with my truck. 2 years since I’ve bought it now.

[@RobMotive]

The only reason I could see to go larger is for towing. Otherwise the 4.6L is perfect👍

[@Z0Sick]

RobMotive yeah I don’t really tow so it’s perfect for me! Good video man!

[@jeromehilkert3740]

I'm towing a camper that's 3400 lbs. It pulls it real well. I bought it becuz I received a good price on it.

[@prnavega]

Mine is 4.6 TRD 2010, I don't have anything to say, very happy, It is fast and powerful. I like the engine sound when accelerating, its like a sport V8.

[@RobMotive]

Yup..I love the engine in mine. Just right I think👍

[@dennistv598]

prnavega I don’t know about fast my 03 4.7 smoked a new 4.6 by two the one car length

[@fernandodominguez9143]

@@dennistv598 yeah but I'm sure weight probably has a lot to do with it

[@kelvinlopez4792]

Dennis Tv your 4.7 would get smoked by a lot of trucks out there buddy trucks are not fast and they’re not meant for racing they’re made for towing and picking stuff up!! If I wanted something for speed I would get a car!! I always get tired of seeing trucks in the road trying to be fast Lmaoo Common buddy respect your trucks power!!

[@nicholasroberts7944]

I love my 4.6 2wd. Man she quick and reliable. I don't tow much so I just love having a good truck.

[@RobMotive]

That’s one to hold onto👍

[@saupitty]

I got the same truck 2014 tho

[@johnbradley2016]

That engine shouldve been on the Taco

[@RobMotive]

Now that would be awesome 👍

[@azphilip1960]

Also it should have been on the 4runners!!!👍

[@zzzz-ok7733]

🍻🍻🍻yep!

[@montanaplease]

For the price of those Tacoma is being almost the same as the tundras yes they should have the 5.7 L in them

[@nick_osas]

Philip Kapsis honestly just LS swap the 4runners lmfao

[@pracuras378]

My 4.6 runs like a champ and i pull a trailer everyday. One million miles here i come haha

[@RobMotive]

That’s great!! How close are you?

[@chezcake8607]

@@RobMotive we will never know...

[@RobMotive]

Lol!!!!!😬

[@jeromehilkert3740]

Mine too! Love it

[@RobMotive]

It’s a great match for the dbl cab imo🤔

[@brucewayne-ej3cx]

I hear ya. But the older 4.7 there's two that went 1million miles

[@RobMotive]

I agree. I really like mine👍

[@pringlw]

5.7 will get there

[@brucewayne-ej3cx]

@@pringlw probably. Fucker needs more maintenance tho. My mom's seal on the valley way went bad. I had to get deep in that bitch to reseal it. @ about 120k. So to get to a million I gotta re do that shit 8 more times 😖

[@paytonbarnett8641]

Fuck yeah

[@joemores6196]

@@brucewayne-ej3cx 5.7 or 4.6?

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea in city driving the 4.6 is about the same as the 5.7. 4.6 is a great engine with amazing gas mileage for a huge truck. We have a 2010 4.6 with the trd package. Solid truck

[@RobMotive]

I’ve had both and I think the 4.6 is every bit as capable as the 5.7. Sounds great with the TRD exhaust too👍

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@RobMotive agreed the motor sounds great too so the exhaust will just make it the full package

[@paulmoss7940]

In 2012 I chose the 4.6. 4wd,SR5,TRD. It is interesting to note that the 6speed was built specifically for the 4.6,it feels very responsive all the way through the power band rpm.Just feels like it wants to gogogo. Running hwy speeds,empty,I can get up to 20 mpg.Loaded and towing is goes down pretty good13-16. Normal average about 17.5 No problems at all.Tows my heavy Ranger boat well.I would choose it again,but I figure it will outlast me.

[@RobMotive]

Good to hear👍. Thanks I’m very happy with it so far👍👍

[@CBALLZ666]

What size boat is your Ranger??? I'm looking at Tundras and found a CrewMax SR5 2wd with the 4.6L. I have a 18 ft Champion Bass boat with a Mercury EFI 150hp motor. That's all I tow. Can't make up my mind if I want the 4.6 or 5.7, also considering a Tacoma. Thanks

[@paulmoss7940]

@@CBALLZ666 18 ft v hull Fisherman. Heavy. the 4.6 will be no problem .

[@Zoom-ui2pf]

It's a newer version of the a750 auto in the first gen 05-06 trucks. They made some changes to the valve body to make it capable of using 6th gear since it still has the same number of planetaries. There were obviously some other differences but that was the main one

[@joelamonte7256]

I have a 13 double cab with 4.6, it is bullet proof smooth. I have pulled a 20ft boat and my 30hp tractor loader bushog without issue. The Toyota product is by far superior to all brands. Tundra-Avalon-Tacoma...

[@RobMotive]

Nice👍

[@tattedvet8355]

Just bought a 2013 4.6 today....... How is yours holding up?✌🏿

[@candykid5135]

both engines are good, the difference is 1 mpg, you won't go wrong with either one. personally, i prefer the 4.6L, because i have a toyota sequoia

[@RobMotive]

It’s no longer a choice...the 4.6L is gone in the Tundra.

[@asepos]

I like my 4.6; it does everything I need it to do and it moves the truck off the line very well. It was a no brainer for the money savings over a 5.7 that would never had its full potential utilized because I don’t tow anything. I needed into a new truck and to run as far away from my Chevy trade as I could. It worked out well. Now when I bought Chevy’s I took the 5.3 both times over any smaller engine they had. I couldn’t stand their 4.3 liter engine option, horribly underpowered but getting off-topic.

[@RobMotive]

Yup! The 4.6L is more than adequate. Too bad they’ve discontinued it😐

[@nsant]

4.3 is a v6. Not much of a comparison. The 4.3 is a pretty darn reliable motor though.

[@asepos]

@@nsant it’s 4.6L and it’s a V8. You must be confusing Chevy’s 4.3l V6 motors with Toyota. So yes, it is comparable V8 to V8. If your comment was correct then maybe you’d be correct.

[@sschevmale24]

​@@nsantnew ones make 285 hp

[@nsant]

@asepos My comment was referring to the 4.3 vs. the 5.3 or the 4.3 vs. the 4.6 because you mentioned it being underpowered in the second paragraph of your comment. That's a v6 vs. a v8 in each scenario. If you understood my comment correctly, then maybe you'd be correct.

[@shreksexy6879]

Put the 4.6 in a tacoma that would be bad ass!

[@RobMotive]

Oh absolutely! Wouldn’t that be awesome 👍👍

[@corysather6640]

pair that with a 6 speed manual

[@79blackbelt]

I have a 4.6 4X4, been driving it for six years and it's great. It has plenty of power on takeoff and is dependable. I also pull a light trailer occasionally and it does that well. If I needed a 5.7 out of necessity then fine, but I wouldn't want one just for the sake of having a bigger engine.

[@jaredm1230]

What kind of MPG are you getting on yours? I'm moving back to the US in a few months and just purchased a 2016 CrewMax 4x4 4.6L, but haven't had the joy of driving it yet!

[@351WINCHESTER]

Much of the difference between the two trucks/engines is the final drive ratio. The lower the gearing the more power to the pavement.

[@RonALampman]

I average 20 to 22mpg on the freeway and 15 around town with my 2014 Tundra 4x4 TRD offroad with the 4.6L V8. I've had no issues towing or going over mountains and all the power I could ever ask for from a pickup. Empty, it comes off the line and moves onto on ramps like a scalded ape! When I turn off the traction control, it spins the tires and if I manually shift, it chirps 2nd gear. So Yeah! I love my 4.6L tundra. I do use it as a truck, not a dragster. It really amazes me that this engine is actually smaller than the 2nd smallest chevy V8 (the 283) coming in at 280ci where the 5.7 is just under the 350ci.

[@RobMotive]

Hey Ron. Thanks for the info. Mine averages a bit under 15 with mostly city driving. I love the 4.6 and didn’t really see the need for the 5.7 for my needs👍

[@RonALampman]

@@RobMotive Yup! Nor did I. I had hot rod pickups when I was younger. A 73 shortbed with a 454 and later a 69 shortbed stepside with a hot 327. The 69 was the quickest but I really do believe this 280ci tundra would outrun the 73 454 in the quarter. But like I said, I got it for a truck. Ha ha!

[@Devcom88]

I think a lot of people have the naysay about the 4.6L because of other brands that had wimpy small V8s. I actually had a chance to drive with both engines (know someone that had a 4.6) and I was impressed with Toyotas small V8 it is really good however, the small engine becomes very noticeable when you connect the trailer and this is where the 5.7 shines and is night and day. If you tow lightly or not at all then the 4.6L is not a bad choice. Another thing is before I got my truck with the 5.7L for my towing needs I actually test drove it in tow haul because unlike with the older 07-13 gen 5.7L trucks they throttle gate the newer 14-present 5.7 trucks now. The tow/haul mode brings that throttle back and your spinning tires etc. and then you once again have that big difference between the 4.6 and 5.7. :D Long story short is if you are not towing like me than the 4.6L is no slouch and is an excellent option for probably most buyers.

[@mmb4063]

Devcom88 4.6 L = small? My 1.2L 3 cilinder turbo engine is small!

[@RobMotive]

Lol!!!!! It’s all a matter of perspective 👍

[@Devcom88]

@@mmb4063 That is comparing Apples to Oranges. Yes your engine is small but in the V8 world a 4.6L is considered small for that type of engine among the masses especially in the Truck world.

[@TriggermanEst91]

Ill put my sense in. I bought my 2012 4.6 from an older original owner. He put it through its paces and bought a newer tundra. Ive put about 20k miles on it since, about 146k currently. Only thing that curses these trucks are the air intake valves needing replacement eventually. Theres is a recall on the older 2nd gens for this but not the later 2nd gens. It can be a pricey fix but not a deal breaker. And the truck bed will rust from underneath by the poorly sealed welds. Just aesthetic for now though. Being as i live in the rust belt this thing is still turning heads at 11 yrs old.

[@buzsnyder]

drive a 2010 tundra 4.6L and it has 287,000 miles. use it to haul equipment, tow heavy trailers, and no issues.

[@montanaplease]

I would still take a little 4.6L Tundra over any Tacoma.

[@RobMotive]

You’d have to buy it used...the 4.6L Tundra is no longer built.

[@MiguelRamirez-bn9sz]

I have a 2019 4.6l and it's no slouch when getting up to speed, I dont do towing so its perfect for me

[@RobMotive]

Yup, I agree. I can’t tell a difference 👍

[@enriquerobles4449]

With the 4.6 2WD you can still tow 6800 pounds. Minor modifications in the transmission cooling system and towing can go up to 8800 pounds.

[@tigereese1975]

@Green Soup is the smaller v8 good for towing?

[@gimmesomesugar]

Dynamite comes in small packages. The 4.6 is way more than adequate.

[@artesuave4760]

4.6 double cab 4x2 here 🙋🏻‍♂️just wanted a solid truck that was still made in America ..god bless

[@RobMotive]

Nice👍

[@craigcardwell7118]

I agree with you on the 4.6. If you're not towing or hauling heavy loads, you don't need the bigger motor. I tow so I have the 5.7, and I'm happy with it. If you drive easy, the mileage is not that bad. When I'm not towing, my mileage is 17 mpg or better with a mix of highway and city, but more highway.

[@RobMotive]

That’s pretty good. The highest I ever achieved with my 5.7 was 14-16🤔

[@elr7862]

What the average on the 4.6 rob?

[@RobMotive]

I’m in the mid 14’s.

[@elr7862]

@@RobMotive thats about how much i was getting in my 5.7 2007 2wd. Also had a 6inch lift plus mud tires

[@RobMotive]

Yup! The Tundra is pretty consistent with its low MPG’s!!

[@johnjpa808]

I have a 4.6 2010 double cab because when I bought it almost a year and a half ago it only had 60k miles on it. It still picks up and goes.

[@RobMotive]

Yup!! I’m very impressed with the 4.6👍

[@erikerikk545]

I got the 5.7 and I ain’t ever going to any other truck tundra Life all day

[@TM15R]

The 4.6 has mechanical valve system, requiring bucket replacement to adjust, along with the starter mounted UNDER the intake manifold. Both repairs are long shots, but I'll take the hydraulic valves and 20 minute starter removal with the 5.7. Aside from a little more fuel, the last time I checked, the 5.7 was about $40.00 more...your choice....

[@cnoyes72]

The 5.7 option was nearly $1300 more, not $40.

[@auskip07]

The 4.6 is the same exact engine as the 5.7 just not a longer stroke. You must be talking about the older 4.7L

[@tominch7614]

The 4.6 is hydraulic valves not adjustable. Double check your homework as this is a carbon copy of the 5.7 only slightly reduced

[@rle440]

I have a 2019 2WD with the 4.6. I hardly ever tow anything and currently have 195k problem free miles on the this truck.

[@Pagesofmind]

For me , not getting bench seats was my biggest regret. Ive never needed more power but man i wish i had a 6 seater. 🤣* 2014 tunder 4.6 crew max 80,000+miles no issues, bought it new.

[@RobMotive]

I miss those sometimes too😬

[@gtnoslp]

Horsepower is how fast you hit the wall...Torque is how far you take the wall. ....The only thing that beats cubic inches ...is MORE cubic inches !!

[@RobMotive]

Lol!!!! I like it👍

[@jessg.9368]

Got a smoking deal on a 4.6 2017 tundra with the max cab. I don’t plan on hauling a trailer or crazy off roading.. lifted and black on black . I feel like a boss 😎

[@JoseSanchez-if1ic]

Nice! I just bought a 2017 tundra 4.6 earlier this week for 29k and love it. What kind of smoking deal did you get? And how do you like the lift? I was thinking of lifting mine

[@Motivationstation82]

You know what chevy has over the tundra? 25 mpg and cams that snap and lifters that go out with less than 30k miles so I'll take my bad gas millage over the broken chevy. My niebor has a 2018 Chevy with 3 bad lifters and a broken cam shaft with 22k miles. I'm at 85k on the tundra and it hauls my 24 ft boat camping gear 4 kids and the wife with not a problem 1.

[@gearrunner]

I just couldn’t go with the 4.6 but if that’s what fits your needs then I say you went with the right truck. 👍

[@RobMotive]

Amen brother 👍

[@SAMPLEFREEPRODUCTIONS]

With performance upgrades it really makes it feel very similar to the 5.7 minus the burnouts 😂

[@SpyderMonkey279]

If you click the tow/haul button on the 5.7l it's a bit more violent on takeoff

[@RobMotive]

It’s quicker off the line for sure!!😬

[@corysather6640]

you forgot to mention turn the traction control off too. I have a 2008 tundra 5.7 that thing will absolutely roast the tires off the line

[@necessaryJustice_4all]

I mean, I had a Lexus GS, (sporty sedan), and it had 306 HP, which was zippy and nice, might even push to say kinda fast. The 4.6 Tundra has 310. Uneven comparison, but, if I'm gonna upgrade from Tacoma to Tundra I'm springing for the 5.7. I've actually had the opportunity to drive both. I've even driven a 2013 Toyota Sequoia with the 5.7, and to be honest, it needed it. Now, that being said. In hindsight, I haven't driven them back to back, as a test drive. The 4.6 has pretty much all the power you're going to need. But, like I said, I've driven both, just by virtue of my job, and I prefer the 5.7. No 4x4. I see where you're coming from though. Both are excellent truck. But I prefer a little extra power for passing on the highway, etc. I might have to edit this later when my wallet changes it's mind. 😆 Either way, I'm a big toyota fan, always have been. On a side note, I'm not happy with the 2022 V6 downgrade. Nope. Won't own one of those, ever. 👍

[@tonyd6884]

I have a 2016 DC 2wd It’s been good. I got it because it was a great deal I lucked out on while searching for used tundras. The biggest complaint I have is that it is constantly searching for gears on the slightest positive grade like over passes while in cruise control the worst is that it will shift to 5th at the beginning of overpass then just as I top the hill it will shift down to 4th then immediately upshift to 6th because I have topped the overpass. Super annoying. Since the V8’s are gone now my next truck will be a used 2021 5.7 V8 dc 4x4 never a turbo for me.

[@tomaszkiryk556]

I have the 4.6. It’s still an 8. They use it it the 460 Lexus. Really smooth motor.

[@RobMotive]

I love it. So far I’ve not had a reason to have the 5.7👍

[@Jfree305]

Just picked up a 2016 4.6 love how smooth engine is.. Lovin the truck

[@RobMotive]

Congrats 👍

[@gs98999]

Good summary. It’s interesting to see so many 4x2 options in USA. Toyota Canada only offers 4x4 tundras up here except for very basic 8 foot bed version , so 1 trim. Everything else is 4x4 by default, same goes for Tacoma.

[@RobMotive]

Gotta be the winter climate. Here, where it rarely snows, there’s just no need for them.

[@sg3784]

My first Tundra was a 2014 4.6Liter v-8,I did not like it. Here’s the issue I had with it after several months (5) use and taking it on the road. The 4.6 tended to shift out of 6th gear more often when going up and down hills (east Texas piney woods), which I was not use to coming from a GMC 5.3liter. It was irritating, even my son (27) also noticed this issue. The other issue was the gas mileage, which is why I steered away from the 5.7liter at first wasn’t that great and that 24gallon tank, I had to refill more often. Long story short, I test drop a 2017 5.7liter 6 months later, WHAT A DIFFERENCE, I noticed the power differences on the highway and the axle gearing also made a difference. I ended up trading the 4.6 for a 2017 5.7liter with the 38 gallon gas tank. The 5.7 runs the hills great like a man and also pulls loads great with consistent power across the power-band with little or no downshifts. Trailered with it from Texas to Maryland and drove like a boss. Pulled a car (approx. 3,500lbs) on a car haul trailer from Maryland back to Texas, pulled great with no power issues. And the 38 gallon tank, I could get 400 plus miles on the road per tank. By the way, PREMIUM unleaded makes a difference in gas mileage, I know most may not agree but I’ve tested and tried multiple times and found better results with premium fuel. And the 5.7 got around or better fuel mileage than the 4.6 that I previously owned. The 5.7 is the way to go even if riding around town, much better than the 4.6. This is my proven fact.

[@RobMotive]

I’d agree with you on the freeway or in hilly terrain, but around town I notice no difference 👍

[@scott1564]

If you have a choice, go with the 5.7. Not that its that much better, but its enough and the gas mileage loss isn't enough to justify going down to the smaller engine. That's really the only justification for going smaller. However, if you find a used or new truck you really like with the smaller engine, get it. It isn't that big a deal and you can use the engine as a negotiating point. Although I'd never get a Chevy again, I'd rank the 4.6 closer in performance to the 5.7 than the comparable 4.8 Chevy to the 5.3. I'd never have gotten the 4.8 Chevy even though, reliability wise, it wasn't a bad engine.

[@RobMotive]

Good point. However, after having both, I really can’t say that the 5.7 is so much stronger that’s it’s worth the extra money. The exception would be if you use the truck for towing.

[@Bunkysworkshop]

I'll stay with my 5.7 and the reason is with towing my camper. The 5.7 works less when it comes to towing and hauling.

[@RobMotive]

Sounds reasonable to me. I’d have the 5.7 if I towed anything 👍

[@ReVideoGuy]

You have a "KEEPER". Sounds perfect for you.

[@thomasburr9244]

Love my 2011 tundra. 5.7 4x4 double cab. Plenty of rum in the backseat for my son's car seat along with other stuff. Compared to the crewmaxes that I have driven I love how much better the double cab handles on the road.

[@DIYDad1]

Interesting that you think the double handles better any reason for that? How does it handle better? Just curious because I’m looking at a 2016! Haven’t had a chance to drive a crewmax yet. But I thought the double cab was plenty if for my two boys.

[@thomasburr9244]

@@DIYDad1 the crewmax cab is just a big box not aerodynamic at all when going down the highway in windy weather you can feel the truck being pulled by the wind, the double cab is just more aerodynamic and handles better also lighter

[@DIYDad1]

@@thomasburr9244 ah okay that makes a lot of sense thanks for letting me know!

[@corysather6640]

you also get a 6.5' bed compared to a 5.5' that's what sold me

[@Etherus1]

2010 4.6 4wd double cab 135000 and best truck ever it actually rides better loaded down. wife wont get a new truck because she loves it.

[@Big_Island_Boi]

I've read a lot about how the 5.7 is more sought after and thus has a better resale value than the 4.7/4.6. That might also be that the 5.7 trucks tend to be higher trim level, 4x, etc. But even if the 5.7's sell for 5% or 10% more on average over time with the same mileage, etc... that would significant--especially considering there is no real fuel economy savings with the smaller engine--as there should be. If Toyo could get the 4.6 up to, say 20mpg on the highway--that would be something worth having. But if you're talking about 1 mpg on avg difference... who cares? For me it would come down to the total package--not just the engine--including exterior color, interior trim level, wheels, mileage, overall condition, etc. I would buy a 4.6 if it had everything else I was looking for--and was priced right. But if it were two roughly identical trucks--with each engine--I'd go with the 5.7.

[@corysather6640]

nobody wants a 4.6, that's what they settled for

[@jessg.9368]

Very true , i JUST got the 4x2 4.6, crew max 2017 all Black, lifted, blacked out rims, sr5 at 70k miles for 26k.. this is my very first truck and Even though I wanted a 4x4 I think I got a good deal.

[@MrMountain707]

A V8 Tacoma would be the best selling vehicle in the west of the Rockies.

[@RobMotive]

👍👍

[@Mrpuggo0322]

I drive a 2012 Toyota Tundra 4.6l Double cab and i used to drive a 2014 5.7l and it was garbage. The engine blew so i got a 4.6l and my 4.6l has a 4wd system but i drive in 2wd and it can do burnouts. Chevy could never

[@glitterkittensreid5079]

V8’s are a vanishing breed. The great 4.6 Litre V8 is available on the remaining 2019 Tundra’s but it has been dropped from the 2020 line up. Major changes coming as the Tundra is due for a refresh or redesign for 2021 or in the next couple of years. 4.6 V8 is about as Toyota tough as they come! Canada speed limits are 120km at most. How much power do you need? As for me dependability and also economy are important factors and qualities to look for in a truck. Would have a hard time towing and trucking with the poor mileage coming from a 12V 97’ 2500 5 speed 4x4 and then a 07’ CRD Ram 2500 4x4 auto. Maybe propane conversion to run on abit cheaper fuel? Love the Toyota quality and durability.

[@elisteele3099]

what about a 4.6 L 4WD?!? it’s about 6 grand cheaper than the limited 5.7 L selling right next to it both 2007 I believe

[@PearComputingDevices]

I bought me a 2013 Toyota Sequoia this year. A 4 wheel drive limited with the 5.7. It's a fun engine, it's a fun truck and it's got what I would call simple luxury. It has everything one would desire and then some, all but fuel efficiency being it's biggest downside. I probably don't utilize the full power of the 5.7 yet as I have not pulled a camper (the main motivation towards buying something like this) I probably could have gotten by with the 4.6 V8 that came in the SR5 models. But I would have lost out on a lot of touches the limited brings to the table and I don't think fuel economy would be much better. My co worker hardly gets 12 in this city with his tundra and I get a little under 11 on a good day. Very small. I agree with the creator of this video. If your worried about gas mileage then this ain't the truck for you. On the other hand it's got plenty of power. It's also beautiful. Ain't cheap though.

[@allanriley4070]

4 years later. I could have bought one of these Tundras- more affordable compared to the new ones today 😒

[@willmahan2181]

The 4.7l is actually a hoss and a good engine

[@RobMotive]

I think it’s pretty good too👍

[@tominch7614]

I prefer my 4.6 l V8 double cab to the new 2022 twin turbo configuration. Why Toyota didn't create a little more technology and drive it towards their v8s as they had from 2010 till now to do so? I will take my 4.6 l V8 over the 3.5 twin turbo any day in terms of longevity as well as durability

[@ctGONZOles]

Curious what you like more about the 4.6 over the 2022?

[@tominch7614]

@@ctGONZOles turbos are a lot more moving parts and will need to be repaired at one point. The technology and is very cool with the 2022 but technology can be finicky therefore I will take something that is less complex and has the reliability track record behind it. The 4.6 has had a few problems but a lot less technology to go wrong.

[@MrMountain707]

This guy is reviewing a full sized work truck like it's a Sunday sports car lol.

[@RobMotive]

Heck yeah!!!!!!👍👍

[@freeravenadventures6925]

The Throaty growl of the 5.7 is worth every penny more youll spend on it..

[@BigTexDex]

I love my 16' 4.6L. Psa. If you live in a big city, get yourself a Cat Protector. Thieves are getting bold.

[@RobMotive]

Absolutely 👍

[@terryreyes1125]

Yep 4.6 is better eventhough 5.7 is a monster racing but 4.6 turbo vs 5.7 supercharged are pretty much both monsters. Toyota will always be reliable also, something ford let me down 4 times with the f150's 🙄

[@RobMotive]

I can relate. Two Fords..two problem trucks!!

[@zackmorehouse]

I have the 4.6 double cab off road with 3” lift and. O issues. Have had 2200# on the bed and 2400 when hauling trees off and towed a 5500 # 24’ ravel trailer. As well as 5k # boat, but with that said my next will be the 5.7. With lift and tires at 80 mph the trans drops 6th gear on the highway all the time which it did without the lift. Truck has been fantastic over 4 years and 71l miles but wish I had gotten the bigger engine for more comfortable highway cruising.

[@RobMotive]

Are you waiting for the redesign?

[@keithsteuber4540]

My average mpg on 4.6 is 20.4 and tows my fishing boat or SXS easily

[@AsphaltCowboyUSA]

The gas mileage advantage is so little that I chose the 5.7

[@RobMotive]

Oh absolutely!! I think 1-2 mpg’s👍

[@thuydungn3]

I have a 2019 ,,4.6 the best and the reason is with towing my camper. in city driving the 4.6 the number one,ust go ahead and get 4.6 v8, tundra double car with the 4.6L V-8. The truck is very good looking in the metallic gray paint.

[@RobMotive]

Yup! I agree. That’s what I have👍👍

[@SKEEZOTHEREALSKEEZO]

I couldn't find a 4.6l 2019. I thought they stopped making them that year. I got the 5.7l instead

[@RobMotive]

That’s true. No more 4.6’s😬

[@Fox40-MD]

I bought the 5.7 model because I wanted the transmission cooler and the built in break controller .

[@ericmoore6934]

very informative video, nice job ! I'm Impressed that you have greater than 10K towing capacity, I think mine is down around 9K. You'll also prob save a bit on insurance with the 4x2 and 4.6L.

[@RobMotive]

Should be cheaper all around I think👍. I’m pretty happy with it.

[@ham7357]

You can get the 4.6 for half the price. It’s a steal

[@RobMotive]

I wouldn’t say 1/2 price...but less for sure👍

[@Brsrafal]

4.6 way to go

[@auskip07]

unless you are paying outright for that truck you are paying alot more for the 5.7 than the sticker difference. I also hear you can haggle more with the 4.6l vs the same truck in 5.7

[@RobMotive]

The 4.6L is a great motor! Very capable and quick. I love mine👍

[@mikeb6386]

I bet the rear in gear ratio on the 4.6 is a lot different than the 5.7 with the 4.3 gear ratio. Maybe that's why it spun the tires.

[@RobMotive]

I’m not sure...but it sure feels quicker off the line👍

[@Z0Sick]

It’s a lot quicker off the start. I also test drove both.

[@drayray4009]

2011 Tundra 4.6 L 160k miles of pure excellence not one issue runs like the day I bought it.

[@RobMotive]

Nice👍

[@vmac5421]

I got a 2015 tundra double cab 5.7 with 40k miles in March for 24k and now it’s worth more it’s crazy

[@RobMotive]

Oh for sure! The used truck market is on fire right now!!👍

[@yzrippin]

My acces cab 04 4.7 v8 got 22mpg. My king cab 07 5.7 gets 12mpg My 17 access cab 5.7 gets 17mpg My 19 tacoma with a 3.5 v6. Truck is basically the size of my 04 tundra and gets the same 22mpg

[@RobMotive]

Sounds great! Maybe Toyota needs to break out the old design plans😬

[@muhammedkhan4188]

I have a 4.6 with no problems and theirs not that much of a difference it still growls and I have it straight piped soo I’m happy

[@RobMotive]

Sounds good to me👍

[@erickonassis6310]

Have a 18 tundra, change my own oil, quaker state ultimate durability, wix oil filter, truck is bulletproof

[@automandan]

Robmotive AHHHHHHH that's such a cute little motor.lol. Let me guess when it grows up it wants to be just like it's big brother the 5.7 lol 🤣🤣🤣🤣 jk. Hey Rob to each their own. If you love it that's good enough for us the subscribers. Again congratulations on the truck.

[@hemanR-one]

2013 Sr5 2wd 54k kms ( 34k miles), driven like daily in Calgary winter, with just spare rims in the bed.

[@gcvincent3989]

Why in the heII would you buy the gas guzzler 5.7 unless you are towing a army tank. The 4.6 is the best truck I’ve ever owned!more power than I will ever need.

[@RobMotive]

One word…POWER!

[@dantheman9395]

Great information No one really talks about the other V8

[@RobMotive]

Your absolutely right. Can’t say I even knew it existed before I started looking again! A pleasant surprise 👍

[@dantheman9395]

@@RobMotive I knew of it. That is the motor the million mile Tundra had. I just thought with the lack of popularity it went away

[@azphilip1960]

Million mile tundra had the 4.7 with timing belts.

[@Z0Sick]

I was about to say this as well. Just because it’s not the “bigger v8” everyone talks down on it but has no idea how it drives or what it’s capable of lol. I’m absolutely happy with my 2012 4.6

[@RobMotive]

I’m very satisfied with mine. TBH... I can’t tell the difference 👍

[@tacocruiser4238]

I would have to get the 5.7L just for bragging rights alone. Guys with v8 pickup trucks would mock me otherwise.....

[@RobMotive]

Lol!! How about the 4.6L V8😬

[@tacocruiser4238]

@@RobMotive I need the bigger engine to mask my own insecurities. That's part of the logic behind buying these things anyway.....

[@RobMotive]

Lol!!👍

[@davidhoy8997]

I appreciate your video and the comments by those who made them I am looking at a 2019 4.6 SR5 4 x 4 I recently saw part of a video “by I do cars” if you’re not familiar with him, every Saturday he tears down a blown motor, doing the Toyota 4.6 showing that the fabric belt For the Valve train broke. my question is, does the 5.7 have a chain or a fabric belt and do you see this as a problem with the 4.6 it was mentioned that they need to be changed out at 100,000 miles, but I’m not 100 % about any of this.

[@salvadorrodriguez6741]

Biggest difference 5.7 is all aluminum, 4.6 is cast

[@RobMotive]

I did not know that👍

[@christianmartin8992]

Ummmm no it’s not they are both aluminum the old 4.7 was cast

[@dannymartinez8522]

@@christianmartin8992 which one is it? Lol

[@christianmartin8992]

@@dannymartinez8522 both 4.6 and 5.7 use the exact same block and heads… internally they are different with the 4.6 having a smaller stroke…. That’s all lol

[@michaelbetts8379]

Good information 👍 Thanks

[@wesbrowder2209]

I just bought a 2019 tundra sr5, i love it good truck. First toyota. What kind of rims are those shown in the video.

[@RobMotive]

Congrats!! Excellent choice. They are T-Force. Came on the truck from the dealer👍

[@fpino1977]

what is the real towing capacity for the 4.6l 2018 and 2019. ? 4 by 4 and RWD?

[@ryanwooden4209]

No you shouldn't. Just go ahead and get 5.7

[@ryanjungers6096]

My wife has Sequoia Limited with the 5.7 and its will for a family wagon. I'm looking at picking up a crewmax but it has the 4.6. No worries for me. It's a Yota and that's all that matters

[@shockjock35]

I got the Crewmax Limited 5.7 V8 but with a 2WD. I mainly did that cuz the 2WD has a higher Towing Capacity. Plus I don’t do enough off road to need a 4WD.

[@RobMotive]

I didn’t need 4wd here either. Why pay fir something you don’t need👍

[@shockjock35]

RobMotive I just bought the Cement Gray Crewmax Limited 3 weeks ago. I’ve been watching your videos for a while. I was sad when you got rid of your Crewmax. I really love the TRD Pro in Voodoo Blue ,but wanted the luxury features of the Platinum. It was Color and Stock inventory at my local dealership, that’s why I went with the Limited trim. So I’m in De-Chrome mode. The limited is missing the cool ventilated seats and BSM and RCTA and color keyed Bumpers, Grill and Mirror Caps. So my Sparks Parts wish list is growing. I got the Blacked Out Emblems and Cement Mirror Caps in yesterday.

[@RobMotive]

Congrats on the new truck👍. Gotta get rid of that chrome. I think black handles and mirror caps will look great with cement. Especially if you go with the color matched bumper caps, grille and hood bulge!! Don’t forget to use discount code RobMotive for 5% off at Sparks👍👍

[@Noypi54494]

Believe it or not I own both the 4.6(GX) and the 5.7(LX). I enjoy both as much as the 3.4 (4Runner) and 3.5(Highlander Hybrid). Yes I own 3 SUVs and a cross over and have a combined total miles of more than 700k miles between them.

[@RobMotive]

That’s cool! You get to experience the best of all worlds!!👍

[@shawngibbs7939]

Both sound good an reliable

[@vmac5421]

These trucks resale value shot up

[@RobMotive]

All have I think!!😬

[@aznboi344]

The 4.6 will suffice for those who don’t dream of towing anything with ease. Now I’ve driven a 2015 4.6 and I own a 2007 5.7 Tundra. The 5.7 will smoke the 4.6 from a stop and from a roll. Hands down. But for a daily drive to carry people and small loads in the bed. Go for it. I average 15mpg city in my 5.7 4x4 double cab Limited. Better than rated.

[@maydanlex]

Thanks for the info...just what I needed. Thumbs up!

[@RobMotive]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@joemores6196]

Hey Rob could you talk about the reliability of the 4.6? There's plenty on the subject of the 5.7 and 4.7 but info on the 4.6 is lacking. P.S.Love the vids!

[@RobMotive]

Thanks Joe. Not much to say except it’s rock solid 👍

[@CJColvin]

I can see why you went with the 4.6L I-FORCE V8 but as for me I would get the Tundra with the 5.7L I-Force V8.

[@josueangulourena7749]

What about towing capacity?

[@tundrawhisperer4821]

No way, give me the 5.7 and then I don’t need to worry about what I’m going to do with the truck! 😁

[@RobMotive]

Ever driven the 4.6?

[@tundrawhisperer4821]

RobMotive actually haven’t, but it’s a Tundra, so it’s gotta be a good one. It’s just the 5.7 covers all the bases for my use. That’s my favorite color too! Did I ever show you how my lift build came out Rob? Take care.

[@RobMotive]

Sounds good to me..just curious 👍. I don’t think you’ve shown me the build🤔

[@RobMotive]

I agree. The 4.6L is just fine. I’ve had both and can’t tell the difference 👍

[@ReVideoGuy]

Size doesn't matter......that's what she said. That said, this config is just right for you...nice truck.

[@TheTechCguy]

It's called GAS MILEAGE!!

[@franklinsaltchuck2455]

I actually got worse mileage in the smaller engine bc I haul heavy equipment for work