These are the types of review videos that we need!! Real and honest experience! No shaky camera work, poor audio, paper spitting specs, crazy/unneccassry transitions, as well hiding promotions in the video. I appreciate how genunie and detailed you were. This definately adds some perspective!
I like that you say this is a good review because of the lack of production quality basically. Also “hiding promotions” isn’t a thing that happens. People are on here to do a job and have ads they have to read so they can continue to do this as a job.
A Tacoma is and has been my dream car/truck for life. I find them to look very reliable and comfortable for being a truck. I am trying my hardest to afford it and thankfully God is on my side and I will do everything in my power for the ability to have this truck. Thank you for the review, I get even more motivation to get this truck
Love my 2021 Taco. Just needed a reliable well-made truck. Went with longer bed because I actually use it as a truck and it's nice to have the extra space back there. I didn't buy it for low gas mileage, we know with a truck it's not a gas sipper or a stop light champ. It rides good, handles well and easy to park for a truck.
Yep. You hit most of the negatives. Slow as hell (pedal commander did help a lot but low end torque sucks). Back seat is small even for my kids. I would add a couple. 1) Rough suspension (even for a truck) when on road driving. 2) Odd seating position. Half sitting half laying. No vehicle is perfect but just some things to think about before dropping the $
For what it's worth, I drove my dad's Tacoma from cocoa beach to Chicago. 3 people and a dog, pulling a trailer. I had no real complaints about the trip at all. It pulled the trailer great, and it was very comfortable. The only thing I found annoying was trying to run cruise control pulling the trailer. It would shift gears more often than I thought was necessary. Otherwise a great smooth trip
I've had my 2020 SR5 4x4 since July 2020. I really love it. The Tacoma is what you want yours to be that's very true. Mine is not really modified much. I put 265/75R16 all trerian tires on, a tonneau cover, some seat covers and some stereo upgrades. I daily drive mine too. I use it to tow a pop up camper and carry bikes and camping gear. Coming from a Liberty CRD it's a little bit longer, longer hood but always a good size to park. Fuel economy is just ok. Not really worse than what I had before. Since I got a 2020 I got the safety sense stuff, Android auto and apple car play. Also it came with the power seat and power rear window, all the 2020 SR5 and up with a V6 engine get the power seat and window. Technology is more than enough for me. As far as passengers I used to have to take my mom and sister to the grocery store with me every week and it was ok for them in the double cab but it's a little tight maybe for a longer trip. I wouldn't suggest the access cab unless you never carry passengers. Mine has been extremely dependable. I really totally fell in love with the truck last summer when I took it on a week long camping trip to Ohiopyle.
I just bought a 2023 tacoma trd sport 4dr 6cyl. I had a 2020 extra cab 2.7 4cyl. Incredible tough truck. Unstoppable little tank. You think the 3.5 is doggie lmao. Try the 2.7 on the highway. It's like you threw a anchored out & dragging it. I've got 84 miles on the 2023 & it is incredible on hills compare to the might 2.7. both are outstanding. Paid 27,000 in 2020. 2023 now they gave me 20,000.00 toward my 2023 trd sport. Pays to keep it clean & scratch free... Enjoy your taco's everyone
I tuned my truck onto OVTUNE orange virus and if you think you loved the truck right now. You'll love it even more after the tune 1000 percent. Way better response, better mpg. Totally recommend it. First mod you should do in my opinion. Dope taco!
You’ll love that voided warranty too when they see the previous rpm ranges and I injector pulse widths when you start to have some ticking going on. And then you’ll bitch at the company that sold you the tune when they said it was untraceable just tune it back to stock when you bring it in lol.
I bought my 2022 Tacoma extended cab this past May. I understand your love for your truck, because I absolutely love mine. I’ve added some round step bars, and have other accessories ideas coming soon. Apple CarPlay feature is great, I wish that was on my wife’s ‘12 Highlander. Also thanks for explaining the ECT button, had not read up on it yet. Your Tacoma looks awesome 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
I disagree about the performance. My stock 2022 does 0-60 in 6.5 seconds and has a TON of power on the highway. You can see the 0-60 video on my channel for proof. It has no issue getting to it's 113mph top speed governor.
Hey I really appreciate your review. I actually prefer the basic tech in older vehicles. More and more tech means more complexity and distraction. When I get in my wife's new Highlander I feel like I'm in the cockpit of some spaceship! She barely uses the backup camera and parking sensors 😁 I love my 2010 Rav V6. I did put an aftermarket radio to get Bluetooth, but aside from heated mirrors that's all I care about. I understand alot of the modern tech is safety related though and I appreciate auto-dimming headlights and adaptive cruise control. I plan on getting that generation Taco as my weekender toy.
Correct. The infotainment system in my Silverado looks pedestrian but it works great and doesn’t distract. The infotainment screen on the new Tundra is ridiculous. Too large and hard to use according to new owners.
I love how you edited plenty of beautiful shoots of the car's parts while talking about them, most of the other car channels keep showing boring shoots of them talking or trying to be funny. nice job keep it going
After having the Overland Torque Tune installed on my 23 TRD Off Road, double cab, 6’ bed with the Premium and Technology pkgs installed, the automatic transmission Stopped “hunting” for gears, the torque kicks in at 2K RPMs and the horsepower has increased from 278 to 302 and I’m getting 1-2mpg Better fuel efficiency.
@@JordanMcKeithan It’s worth Every Penny. Since I’ve had my Taco done, a friend of mine who has a 23 had his done and another friend is going to get his 19 done. I really recommend the OTT.
@@tcuster55 Because of emissions regulations. The computer is programmed from factory to up shift ASAP for less emissions, but it lugs the engine down, so the transmission is constantly changing gears. There’s a hill that I have to climb every time I go into the city. Before the OTT, my transmission would immediately down shift from 6th, into 4th, then back up to 5th, then down to 4th again and repeat this process until reaching the top of the hill. Now after having the OTT installed my transmission down shifts into 5th and stays in 5th until reaching the top of the hill. This reduces wear on my transmission. Installing the OTT increases the horsepower by 25 as well as the torque. I also installed a cold air intake. My Tacoma TRD came with the TRD Performance exhaust system, but when I can I’m having an AWE , true dual exhaust system installed. It’s more expensive, but it’ll allow my engine to “breathe” easier. A true dual exhaust starts with the exhaust manifolds to the rear of my truck. Other “dual exhaust systems” start out with one tailpipe and then splits med way back. So the exhaust system starts with dual, then goes into 1 pipe, only to split again. The AWE starts with the dual exhaust manifolds and has a separate pipe throughout the entire exhaust system. The AWE doesn’t have a “drone” noise that a little of other exhaust systems have, but still has a nice tone. Did this help you out with your questions?
I’ve got a ‘16 TRD and the infotainment was wonky for a while for me. Newest updates helped but if you need to you don’t have to restart the truck. Just restart the audio system by holding the volume and tune buttons in at the same time. It restarts the media system. Nice truck tho and honest review. I agree with everything and couldn’t have said it better
While in Utah earlier this year, I had a 2020 Tacoma SR5 rental. Drove it 1100 miles over 3 days while I was there so I feel like I can give a solid review. Pros: There’s so much great stuff to say about this truck, personally I like it much better than the Colorado. Handles easily, smooth and quiet ride, easy controls, great stereo, adaptive cruise control worked great, plenty of power for a regular daily driver. Driving around Salt Lake City I averaged 18.1 mpg and on highways when I drove down to Arches, I averaged 23.9 mpg. Didn’t get to tow or go off-road since it was a rental so I can’t speak on that stuff. Plenty of cup holders and storage too. Easy to drive, easy to park, and easy to use. Not much more I can ask for. Cons: The Apple car play was very finicky and would seemingly only work half the time. The other times it was just regular Bluetooth connection which worked flawlessly. Perhaps it was just user error as it was my first time trying to use it, but we both had issues. I thought it was extremely uncomfortable as the driver, but my wife thought it was very comfortable as the passenger. The fabric on the seats felt cheap and there was minimal cushion. The lane departure assistance system was horrible and I had to turn it off within the first hour of driving. Overall, I would definitely recommend this truck to anyone looking for a mid size pickup. Just make sure you buy a seat cushion afterwards 😂
I have a 2016 130k miles never a problem always had it serviced at 5k , your comment on the blue tooth never had a issue with it either using a iPhone , so now im buying a 2023 SR5 2 wheel drive the last of the 3.5 V6s. the 2024s forward will be 4 cylinders.
Never understand getting 4wd in south. 1500 extra lbs. and serious drop in mpg. I have had 2wheel locking rear ford and now lsd rear 2 wheel tundra. Never , ever got stuck and i lease 2 farms for hunting. 16 mpg with 395 hp tundra city driving 40 psi in tires. 2 wd. Baffled GRIZ
The only issue for me and impeding me from purchasing a Tacoma truck is towing capacity. I wish Toyota offers a Diesel option like they do with its cousin( Hilux) in the rest of the world.
@@aberba From my personal experience, I towed 8000 lbs portable generator, trailer included, in the mines in Peru. The 3.0 inercooler diesel was enough, not super fast but enough to move them at adequate speed. And that’s all an regular person need in reality, unless you have a business and need more power diesel.
@@jordez1 in my country, they offer 2.4 and 2.8 Hilux. I wonder if it's capable of towing construction equipment like a mixer and trailer. Also VS Tacoma
@@aberba i believe Toyota diesel engines are very efficient and durable and are capable of towing/hauling anything below 8 thousand pounds. Tacoma on the other side are more for your bikes, beds, refrigerator type of load. Kind of femenino pick up truck. Here I the US i have a 2021 F350 diesel for heavy duty stuff.
The only gripe I have is theyre not built well and made in me x. The 4runner is built very well and made in Japan and comparing them, the build quality difference is obvious in many ways,like fit and finish, engine (4runner has 4.0 V6), though not as quick as a basic taco v6 crew cab 4x4.
I special ordered my 21 Sport Access Cab in Army Green and received it in January. The only issue I've had is the wiper blades themselves suck. Besides that great truck.
Get a pedal commander. I enjoy my Taco much better now (2023 TRD Off Road). Like many said you buy new Tacoma if you want a brand new old truck. Life is good with Tacoma.
You have to hit a little plastic button to safely merge onto the freeway? Let that sink in everyone. Toyota should have done something about the limited tranny by now.
Your Taco looks dope. I recently picked up a 2020 and love it. Only complaint I have with mine is it sounds like a diesel at idol which i’ve been told is normal (atkinson cycle)??
I don’t think I’ll add the extra features I need the best gas mileage I can get lol. I’m stuck between a 2021 Camry XSE and 2021 Tacoma trd. Pretty much at this point I’m leaning towards the Camry. I don’t have use for a truck. Plus I’ll save gas. Texas gas prices are at 3.30 as of today.
Too me, any tech is awesome, I switching from a 2008 Mazda 3, and who bought it cheaper tf out, bout the base model with crank windows, and manual locks, so anything is an upgrade
I love my Tacoma. Yes, the transmission sucks. But it's honestly it's not slow. It's not fast, but not slow. I've owned a Ford Taurus, Dodge Intrepid, Dodge Neon, Mercury Sable, GMC Sonoma, Nissan Versa, Ford Explorer, 3 Corollas, and a Toyota Camry. Only the Camry was SLIGHTLY quicker than my 2023 Tacoma Off Road. Yall, add an exhaust, an intake and a tune and shell be a perfectly serviceable truck.
bro how much you make because if you make less than 80k a year i’m having a hard time rationalizing this purchase … 8-900 a month with 20 percent down just seems too damn high for what the truck offers
The only thing that I do not like about my 2021 Tacoma off road is that to put the truck in four wheel drive, I mean for it to engage the truck must be level, Give it a try, Put your truck on a hill or a slope and while there try to put it in four wheel drive. It will not go in, The truck needs to be level. Grrrrrrr, My 2015 jeep wrangler is a automatic but it has a stick you pull to put it in four wheel drive, and I can slam that thing in at any angle.
Good looking truck bro! Nice modifications I like the headlights they look really good, I'm not in a hurry to change mine but 👍👍! I have the Blue crush metallic Tacoma 6-speed manual transmission I did a tonneau cover & extra "TRD off-road" badge on the side for 5 horsepower. It's got the predator step bars & the mud flaps makes it look pretty clean on the outside. Similar 2 yours! I hate the ⛽ mileage tho🤷 & my shit is stock
I agree with you, I'm loving the 🚛💨, my buddy bought one back in the day around the year 2000 it was a TRD 4x4 5spd with a locking rear diff & here I am about 20 years later & finally got a Tacoma! Damn it's an expensive 🚛💨 40K+ for a Tacoma! 🤦... the other day I was like I need to know how fast my truck can go in each ⚙️ so if I have to pass or accelerate I kno what gear to put it in. I shit you not 3rd ⚙️ hit 96 mph & did not even hit the rev limiter yet, if I'm going 80mph or above use 4th ⚙️ but if I'm going 75 mph down the highway (10mph above most freeway limit) I have to put the truck in 3rd ⚙️ that's just crazy! 👍💯👍
Hope you never got one of the Tacoma where the frame folds in half , or the chain case leaks quality control has gone down over the years big time sucks because I was going to get one till all these recent problems horrible on gas and hardly any power lol not to mention shifting problems for automatic lits goes on if you look it up
No issues with mine, thankfully! Yeah the gearing sucks but it is what it is. I don’t live in a area with lots of hills so it doesn’t really bother me. Plus if I need and extra boost to merge or whatever, I just use the ECT Power and that helps a lot.
If I’m not in need of a bed, should I just get the Rav4 with a hitch?? Anything I’d pull would be handyman shit around the house. The mpg is just not attractive for a high priced truck that just looks sexy. I have no clue what I want or need but the only flaw with the Tacoma is the mpg. I’m looking at all the Toyota options
I've had my 2022 TRD OR DCLB for about 10 months now. My biggest gripe is the cloth seats. they are not comfortable, at all... like worse than a bottom-trim Honda CRV or Civic bad. I expect more from Toyota. You shouldn't have to get the premium package for decent seats.
I would love a 1st or second gen Tacoma but man they are expensive asf… so I am like well if I can find a 3rd gen for a good price might as well get it. I’m looking at a Trd off-road, I thought about the Trd pro but the 10g extra for the badges nah I don’t think so plus I want a sunroof and the off road are the only one that have it. But I’m currently in a debate between a 4Runner, rav4 xse or limited , jeep Cherokee trail hawk I’ll get the truck second after the suv. But what do you think what would you get mainly the rav4 was for saving gas and camping but the 4 runner is so capable I don’t plan to do off-road like crazy soft road yes I don’t got all that money to do off roading and brake things.
I’ve had a 2006 4Runner and a 99 Jeep grand Cherokee before my Tacoma. Both great vehicles for sure. I’d still have the 4Runner had it not been totaled in a car accident. Absolutely loved that car. Very capable off-road and spacious. If you can find an older 4Runner like 06-11 you might be able to get them for a good deal! The newer 4Runners are more expensive than the Tacomas I think since it’s an suv vs a truck.
I have a 2021 Silverado now. Lots of space in the crew cab. I was planning to check out the next generation of Tacomas in two years. Before I would trade, however, they will have to increase the space in the cab. The same with the Ranger. I have a Lowes bucket with supplies that I keep in the back. If it leans against the back of the front seat then the cab isn’t large enough.
$5 gal in Cali . That why I keep mine bone stock . Hood scope light 💡👍 I never had issue on 2wd has more pick up than 4X4 . Lighter and faster . There no need for 4x4 option living in So Cal . Good Vid 🤘
I took the hood scoop off, unscrewed the bottom plastic part and mounted it inside the plastic bottom part using the hardware that came with the light bar
