Anyone who thinks the new Tacoma is rough riding and handles poorly is clearly under 40 years old. These are luxury trucks compared to those just 20 years ago and if they're made any softer they'll fall apart.
What a great-looking truck. So good in that orange, with all the black TRD trim pieces. It really pops. "Apparently people that want three pedals hate convenience." Exactly. It absolutely sucks, the fact that nearly all manufacturers these days limit the manuals to their least desirable trim packages.
I think I have a crush... an Orange Crush 😂 it is long in tooth, but sometimes that's all part a vehicles charm. I think anyone in North America would kill to get their hands on a late model ROW Hilux or Landcruiser that hasn't changed for years.
Actually a major reason as to why I'm transitioning from a car to a truck with this new 2024 model lol. I need a truck and definitely need the 4x4 but interior is a seller for me.
I keep hearing about this so called “gear hunting” stuff, it’s not a muscle car. Go get one of those if you want to race. Hell, my ‘23 TRD off road premium does not have that problem! I hardly go down on the accelerator and I’m up to 45 before I know it. Just treat it right and it responds! The new model ‘23, seems to not have that talked about issue. Try using some better fuel and maybe a K&N air filter - may help you out!
It's a valid nuisance, there are things you can do to fix it and the new ones are much better than the ones from before the update but there's a reason why it's a common complaint, especially if you tow or live at high altitude.
Peak torque is 4,600 RPM, but with the Overland Torque Tune, your peak torque is at 2K RPM all the way to 6K RPM and the OTT Stops the transmission from “hunting” for the right gear.
I've owned my 2023 Tacoma for 10 months. I found myself nodding in agreement with everything you said. You even pointed out things that I hadn't noticed yet! Excellent review.
I love my ‘22 and plan on keeping it for a very long time. Stick shift for the win! And you are right about the interior build quality. I have zero rattles and everything is rock solid. The first thing I did was replace the headunit and speakers and add a subwoofer. It’s the perfect vehicle for me now.
I have a Unicorn 2019 Trdpro manual with the best color in the voodoo blue 💙 Its Simple, Reliable, and key turning 🔑 Something you won't see in the present and future? 😮
Inferno orange was the first, and still the best, of all the special colors. Keys remain in all standard shift trucks. After owning two trucks with push button start- Ill never go back keys.
Just found your channel today when you talked about the pros/cons of the Ford bronco. now I'm binging your content. Wonderful review and wish you the growth you deserve!
Pretty spot on review, I concur with just about everything. One thing I don’t get is why people complain about the seat position…I think it’s comfortable and I like the fact that I have a wide view. Probably because I’m a midgety 5’9”. Other thing people don’t talk about is the looks. Best looking of any midsize truck period…IMO. The only midsize that beats taco on looks is the ranger raptor which isn’t available in the US yet.
@@stw2186 feels super comfortable for me, not cramped at all. It probably does have to do with size. It does sit a bit low but I personally prefer this style. Frontier is similar but does sit higher.
'22 TRD off-road 6-speed manual OTT tuned added sumo springs DAMN way better on 🛣️ less body roll & don't do much off-road just mild getting to the lake & washboard roads it's a different 🛻 no more trailer sag 3,000lbs with those crazy little sumo springs F&R $600 👍🤠👍
You might be one of the few automotive journalists that will include potential issues about selecting vehicles, which is something car buyers should appreciate.
As the sun sets on the venerable 3rd gen Tacoma, you have very succinctly and thoroughly summed up the euphoria that is the beloved Taco. I’m enjoying my 2020 TRD DCLB Sport 4x4. Yes, even with that fake hood scoop. Hopefully for as long as there is carbon for sale. This will truly be the end of an era for trusty, simplistic old school trucks.
I really wanted to trade my 21 TRD OR Tacoma for a 4Runner but they're so expensive for what they are. Interior from 2008 and ride that's decades behind the competition. I ended up getting a topper for my Taco instead. Not ideal, but its good enough for now.
This has been exactly what I’ve been considering. I’ve got a 21 TRD OR but sort of wish I had gotten the 4runner. At this point would lose too much in a trade (value proposition of buying new is keeping for a really long time) so I’m also thinking about a topper. Maddening thing is that they’re so expensive that you start approaching the price difference to 4runner (at least a base model, which is what I’d cross-shop). What did you go with?
Yes, however, the OTT is actually WAY better, it addresses the trans issues (if automatic), but also takes care of throttle response.. LIFETIME upgrades, nation wide..
You seem to draw attention to the existence of "charging mats" for phones, in your reviews. Is this a big selling point? I would have figured people would be more concerned about longevity and reliability over the fact that they can hide their phone while charging it at
@@Realistick I'm not saying you shouldn't, I'm just curious if that's the new trend in cars (2018 Forester owner, so, IDK what the latest tech appeal is). 👍
I have two vehicles that have charging mats. I've never used either one. I guess a charging mat would come in nice in a pinch, but most plug their phone in. I wonder who is actually using this feature? Seems like a feature for a problem that doesn't exist. A feature that would be very welcome would be a built in phone mount with wireless charging. That way the driver could use the phone for navigation (I prefer phone navigation) and not have to mess with cords every time they drive.
@@overbuiltlimited I see it as possibly a "convenience" and "Safety" thing, in that you don't have to look for and plug and unplug a physical cable, and you can't be looking at your phone while driving (maybe some gov kickback for safety, who knows). Seems silly to me. Someone somewhere needs it.
Toyota has always had a shitty non userfriendly interior.. if they spent a little more effort on making it more comfortable and not waste money on shitty features it would be more appealing
Fantastic review Tyler! I hope you do the same type of review with the new Colorado or Canyon. I am greatly interested in your take on their redesigns. ❤😎
I got the last gen Frontier, and I would recommend it myself over the Tacoma since the V6 is much more nicer on the Frontier than the Tacoma in my opinion. I just wished Nissan would’ve upgraded the infotainment system since it’s super outdated. Also I would love to see a review on the new elantra N! I would love to see what’s your opinion on the ‘22 Elantra N! Fantastic video once more Tyler!
I just traded my Tacoma…bought it new in Jan 2019. I put 250k miles on it - many in 4WD. Totally trouble free. I traded it for a 23 Pro- just like the one in this video. I don’t like that Toyota is going turbo. You will love the truck. I do change the tires to KO2s. I have a lot of vehicles…we own a horse farm and the Tacoma is the lowest priced vehicle we own. I consider the Tacoma a tremendous value.
@gsdlvr123 Thanks I have it now but it's hard to get use to it sounds like a DIESEL and when you're easing around and let off gas it sounds like the valves are floating ! They rattle ! And it doesn't have much power but I'm use to my Tundra that was totaled when I got hit
@gsdlvr123 Thanks. Mine is here I like it very much. I was surprised at the engine noise. Sounds like a DIESEL lol. And I'm use to my Tundra so it seems a little underpowered I own a Cape Horn boat 21 ft 5500 lbs and I'm very skeptical about it pulling it 50 mile trips ! Maybe 35 mph ! Lol. Idk
I love this truck 🛻 it’s so sexy I have 2022 Taco TRD oR 4wd . Believe it or not I get Camry XSE girls / guys park close by when I’m At shopping center s😊
As someone who has only ever driven jalopies, I find the drive to be the nicest I’ve ever experienced. And I’m 6’3”. All comes down to perspective I guess.
Not if you plan to keep the truck. The reason the lease payments are low is because the residual value is really good because Tacomas have legendary resale value. However once you break the lease cost down with the money factor (interest rate) they charge for a Tacoma lease (which is generally pretty high because the residual value is so good) you realize that a huge portion of your lease payment goes to nothing but interest. Best to buy a Tacoma IMO, but if you trade in and out of vehicles every three years, it’s not a bad route. You’re just paying a lot of interest.
My opinion would be to add a turbo to the v6 to bump up the power . Even better twin turbo. I woukd like to see 400hp minimum out of this mid size truck
Thank you for all this info. I’ve had a 2005 Toyota Camry for almost a decade and it’s starting to show its age. I don’t tow anything or plan to seriously off-road. Do you think the 4 banger could handle most forest fire roads with good tires? The cost savings over the V6 4x4 will make it possible for me to get. The used prices are also not helpful, and will probably get worse when the generation changes.
That 2.7 is nearly indestructible, but it’s horrifically underpowered. I almost bought one until I drove I tried highway merging, and it was so slow it was dangerous where I live. It could do rough roads no problem, but you’ll be sacrificing a lot of power by not opting for the 3.5L or waiting for the next gen.
