Here’s Why I’m No Longer Buying Toyota Trucks (and You Shouldn’t Either)
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- Опубликовано: 6 ноя 2023
- Toyota Tacoma review. Here’s Why I’m No Longer Buying Toyota Trucks (and You Shouldn’t Either), DIY and car review with Scotty Kilmer. Should I buy a new 2024 Tacoma? Is Toyota reliable? Does Toyota make good trucks? Is the Toyota Tacoma worth buying? Buying a new Toyota Tacoma truck. Should I buy a Toyota Tacoma? Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 56 years.
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HI SCOTTY WHICH TYPE OF LACQUER THINNER DO YOU USE TO CLEAN THE CAT?
I dont wanna use the wrong one!!😬😬
Scott would you be interested in doing a video on 24' toyota hilux?
Anybody out there getting 30 mi to the gallon in their Tacoma 3.5 l V6? Long ago I heard the two things men lie about the most is how much sex they are getting and their gas mileage.
@@russellhughes4922yea my papa got it in his
Scotty will have 20 videos later about the 2024 Tacoma and how he was wrong and how great it is.. 😎
I agree. The naturally aspirated Tundra and Tacoma are legendary. Big mistake to not at least offer it. Well said Scotty.
Yep they’re getting rid of the 4 runner 4.0l v6 NA aswell now using the same motors as the Tacoma it’s sick
The sad thing is by the time they boost these engines high enough to be on par with the V-8’s like the old Tundra, any fuel economy advantage basically disappears
@@993mike RIGHT. To move the machine it needs the same energy regardless if it comes from a 4 6 or 8 cylinder.
@@snowyoasis629 This is not an EV, Duhh!
EPA and NHSTA are in the way of the GREAT Toyota V8 Turbo Diesels that are available all over the World except the United States!!!!!!
Love my 2003 Tundra with the 4.7L V8. Bought it new, ZERO problems other than maintenance. Michigan truck with a solid frame, and at 107K, just getting broken in! It's garaged, and still looks new!
Smart to keep it under cover. Most of the farmers around us think were a little cover obsessed as we keep ALL of our trucks & equipment inside out of the rains of the wet season as well as the heat of summer when were not actively using them.
I'm in love with my 2020 and glad I picked it up when I did. Not only did I get a great price but wanted the last of the V8's. Its a really fun machine to drive!
Yeah, 107K isn't a lot of miles for a Tundra. I have about 18K on mine so far.
@@Kurt1969I have 2020 TRD PRO and love it. Got you beat at 34,000 miles though
@kevinj5952 and you probably haven't had to do anything to it but regular maintenance too. Bravo!
Thats awesome, i hope it serves you well for years to come.
I’m keeping my 2007 Toyota Tacoma TRD sport with a 4.0 V6. I bought it new, and it has over 146,000 miles and still runs like new. 👍
4.0 was the best Tacoma engine
Every thousand miles added to that odometer is like a badge of honor. Great trucks.
06 trd sport. Best truck if you need ROCK that will LAST . Can’t go wrong with that
@@noefernandez6250my 04 ranger xlt 4.0 with 201,000 miles on it is no slouch when it comes to reliability
4.0 is arguably the best motor Toyota ever made
Scotty, as usual, speaks pure Truth. Had a manual Tacoma with 4.0 V6 - great truck. Have a 2nd Gen Tundra with 5.7 V8 - truck perfection.
Had a 4Runner limited with the same V8 and loved it. Ran like a champ and plenty of power.
My 2nd gen manual 4.0 Tacoma is nice. The newer ones with the 3.6 or Watever got a good amount of torque and hp but talked about it with the 4 cylinders
It's not pure truth though, the old v6 reached a much lower peak tq at 4600rpms, the new L4 turbo reaches it at 1700rpm. He has the info exactly backwards, just fear mongering anti small displacement engine talk. Turbo technology has come a long way. All his info is based off 20+ year turbo tech pitfalls. There's next to no lag in newer turbo applications, especially with the miniscule levels of boost these truck turbos are putting out.
@@carpathiandevil Turbo engines don't last as long. It's physics and entropy. Of course, not all engines are the same; there are exceptions, but on average, a larger NA engine, especially when asked to tow sometimes, will outlast a smaller turbo-charged engine.
@@TheSakufighterthat would have been the 4.7 v8 in the 4runner, not the 5.7 that's in the tundra. That said, a legendary motor itself, plenty of power for the application, and units out there w over a million miles on them...nuff said?!
Screw turbos, give me naturally aspirated any day.
Naturally aspirated engines all the way.
@@andyblank4157Absolutely.
@@andyblank4157Naturally aspirated engines just last so much longer.
That is why I got my Tundra in 2020. I love the 5.7
Screw naturally aspirated, give me nuclear cars.
Twin turbos equals 4 times the maintenance, 4 times the cost and unreliability.
It's largely a math problem. Higher revs, spinning components will take their toll. Even on a Toyota.
Plus they require premium fuel
@@georgea6403 According to the website, regular 87-octane gasoline is recommended on the Tundra.
@@NVRAMboiexcept the turbo engines spin at lower revs to make the same power as a N/A engine.
@@georgea6403no, they do not require premium fuel.
After you released this video I went out and bought a 2022 Tacoma TRD Pro with a 6 speed manual, wanted to have one of the last great Tacomas,Thanks,couldn't be happier!
I have a 2020 Tacoma. Double cab. Awesome truck IMO.
Toyotas new marketing target is the kids that don’t know and don’t care about all the potential issues turbo are known for.
I'll go with the nissan frontier after my 2012 tacoma.
Why what do you mean by that what is so bad about your 2012
Do you mean 2024 frontier or before the redesign
Talk about a failure, went to a Ford dealership to get my dad’s truck worked on and we looked at trucks on the lot while waiting. They had some F-150 Lightnings on the lot. $95k for the truck and it only had a 300 mile range. Meanwhile a V8 was parked behind it. $63k and 513 mile range.
Problem with the Lightning, “look all over web for proof or talk to owners”, is NONE of them have ever seen their ‘claimed’ max mileage.
Most of them get half for average driving.
63k is insane price as well a basic truck should be down in the low 50s for a new
@@Caliber50bmg I have heard that the lightning has been nothing but problems. I’m not a ford person, I drive a ‘21 tundra. I don’t know how Ford justifies asking almost $100k for an EV truck that doesn’t get its stated mileage which is horrible to begin with.
@@Ranger4321
Yup. Have/had a few customers with Lightnings. Most of them leased them and can’t wait til the the lease is up!
I have recently purchased a used ‘08 5.7 Tundra with 47K miles on it; got VERY lucky 😊🙏
@@Caliber50bmg an ‘08 with only 47k miles!? That thing was barely driven! You got very lucky indeed!
I’m an American living in Philippines, Scotty. Just bought a new Hilux J model, 4x4, MT.
About $21,000 USD out the door. Only option I bought was a bedliner, for just under $400.
It has a 2GD-FTV, 2400cc, Diesel engine. Manufactured in Thailand. Even though it’s the base model, I’m really enjoying it.
sounds nice dawg
Wish we had those in the US
Great choice. The Hilux is known to be one of, if not the toughest, most durable truck. Getting the J variant is especially cooler since it's bare-bones and will guarantee you hundreds and thousands of kilometres without any major maintenance.
I saw so many of them in Jordan !!! This Toyotas are legendary there , just change oil and air filters regularly like Scotty said , combined with low humidity they run there forever !!!
Saw a lot of them in S Africa. Wish they sold them here
I have the 2022 Toyota Tacoma TRD OFF ROAD 4x4 in ARMY GREEN. Paid an arm and a leg for it, but I’m glad I did. I agree that this is the last generation for reliability for the Tacos. There was no need to change what is not broken in Tacoma’s (engine, rear drum brakes).
How much? Paid 42 for my 23 offroad
Blame the government
@@shizanepimp1I paid 41.5 for my 2022 trd off-road brand new with led light package and tonneau cover. Not the guy you wanted the answer from but oh well
All Toyota needed to do was keep the 6 cylinder and change the 6 speed slush box to an 8 speed or 10 speed transmission. The mileage and drivability quirks is because of the 6 speed transmission. Another idea is aluminum hood and doors as less weight equals more mpg as well. Hey, what do I know as an engineer. I must be wrong...
Pretty accurate analysis.
Agreed. If fuel mileage improvement is the goal, there are other ways to get there as you've pointed out
Emissions, not fuel economy, is the goal.
I agree , I have a 2021 TRD off road 4x4 in the automatic & it has a slight lift on it with fox by pass shocks front and rear it off roads great , rides good , power is nice , and when towing my car behind it 5700#’s it gets 15 mpg and when I’m not towing 24MPG on the highway that’s with 32inch tall tires , I just absolutely LOVE this truck wouldn’t trade for anything out there . Currently 51,000 miles on the ODO , zero issues , 51k miles down 350k miles to go ….
He gets 30 MPG on the highway and does not use Cruise control. Yeah, I'm going to need some proof!
I live in the coastal plains and couldn't get over 20mpg in my Taco.
I had a 2wd tacoma 05 and maybe got 20mpg in Florida, flat roads
You can get 22-27 in the 3rd gen Tacoma v6 but that’s at 55-65 no faster and no inclines or headwinds and unladen.
on montana highways i get about 12-12.5 mpg. stock wheels, stock suspension, moderately large bed and cab rack. the autos get better mileage because of their 3.92 gears vs the manuals 4.33s, but theres still no way this dude is getting 30 highway lmao
I own a 2016 Tacoma (bought new), I’ve never gotten 30mpg on the highway and I don’t drive faster than the posted speed limit, so if I get 24mpg on the highway, I get teary eyed with joy.
I agree Scotty, they should at least offer V6 option for Tacomas ….as well as V8 options for Tundras.
the 2024 is a V6 or 4
No it’s only a turbo 4 cylinder They did away with the 6 cylinder
@@lennylee6528 2023 last year for v6? My dad has one, i swear its a v6
Awesome review and video Scotty we need more people like you in this Auto Industry.
Much agreed Scotty. The simple fact that tundra went to v6 was a deal killer. Good thing I’m gonna buy used at cheaper price lol
People sell used Toyota vehicles for insane prices. Good luck getting a good price lol.
Used Toyotas expensive rn
@felixdakat9758I could've got you a brand new one for that price.....
Go test drive one
@@MLProductions.1 I concur. I paid $47,000 for my 2023 Tacoma Off Road back in September 😅
The frontier kept its v6 …
If I was going to get a small truck . I would go with the frontier it's a very reliable truck.
@@PiratePete-te8qp Yup! that's what my husband i have decided to buy after driving the Tacoma and we have owned Toyota's for many years. a 2001 Tacoma Pre-Runner we bought new and just sold it for 4k and it was rusty, we have a 2006 V8 Tundra with a 8 ft bed we bought at 4 yrs old has been a great truck will be selling that to buy the Nissan Frontier, and we just bought a 2023 Rav 4 in June of this year great vehicle.
But the 2023 Tacoma we were not impressed with at all, read my comment above about that.
@@jmb-cm7mr I think the 3rd Gen Tacoma is a better buy than the Frontier. The 4th gen Tacoma, well we don't know yet. But in 10 years of ownership, I think the advantages of the Tacoma will really shine. Frontiers have always had more issues than Tacoma in the long run. My 1993 Toyota Pickup is not the most comfortable but 30+ years later, it is still on the road.
Correct there is NO WAY this truck gets 30mpg unless going down a mountain with tailwind.
My manual v6 TRD offroad gets 20MPG at 75 with no wind. Into wind 17 0r 18. Automatics get a little
more due to higher gearing in 6th gear if they stay in it.
Agree 25mpg top
Got a 22 TRD sport with access cab around this time last year. It’s a hell of a daily driver and very useful. No turbos or hybrids for me haha
The other Tacoma from 2005 to 2015 was the best transmission on those trucks. Automatic transmission
I just bought me my own 23 Taco-I drive very carefully to save gas, the most MPGs I've gotten with my V6 Taco was 26.3 MPGs
100% agree, Scotty! I bought a '23 V6 SR Tacoma because I was worried about the long term reliability and extra maintenance of the 2.4L turbo in the '24 Tacomas.
I did the same, the last good one until EPA requirements change. Hopefully they'll be changed before we ever need to think about a new truck!
Holy crap! Thanks for the heads up on the tire warranties!
Maybe 30mpg going downhill with tailwind and nothing in the bed... I own same truck 24mpg highway typical
Exactly I get like 12.5 in the city I would be lucky to get 18 in freeway
Same here. I get 21-22 mpg highway at best.
@@tacomafan5186 so does my '18 TRD Sport
Correct there is NO WAY this truck gets 30mpg unless going down a mountain with tailwind.
My manual v6 TRD offroad gets 20MPG at 75 with no wind. Into wind 17 0r 18. Automatics get a little
more due to higher gearing in 6th gear if they stay in it.
same 24mpg highway stock 4x4 trd sport
I drove a a 1995 Ford ranger with a 4 l 6 cylinder engine for 18 years. It got 18 mi to the gallon and had plenty of torque and power and I never had any trouble with it until the automatic transmission started to go. You can buy a truck with a four-cylinder engine and it will get you around town just fine, but never expect that you're going to be pulling things with it. Everyone I've ever known who had a turbocharged engine has had trouble, and the engines never seem to last as the standard 6 and 8 cylinders.
This just reinforces my decision to get a 2021 Tundra with the 5.7 V8. I can get 20 mpg on the highway and 13-15 city and have plenty of power to tow an RV. 25,000 miles on it and no problems.
I totally agree with you Scotty. I wouldn’t buy a taco again with the same size of body but a smaller engine. I’m already having trouble with a V6 Tacoma struggling to pulling weights.
I currently have the 3.5 Tacoma. I had the 5.7 Tundra. The Tundra was a beast.
I'm about to buy a 2023 Toyota Tacoma V6 SR5 or higher trim. Someone told me a get the frontier but I know somebody that has the newer frontier and it has all sorts of rattles after 1 year and the engine is very loud and not smooth on the frontier. I don't buy turbo anything. Scotty knows what he's talking about.
Really more like 23/24 mpg on the highway under 70 mph but totally agree with Scotty on everything else. Couldn't they have just left the V6 as an option in 2024 plus models? F150 you can choose between six different configurations ranging from all electric to the 5.0 V8 and everything in between. Hard no on the turbo for me. I better do a really good job fluid filming my 2022 TRD off road so it'll last as long as I want it to.
I fluid film my 2022 Sequoia each Fall. Need it to last. Nice to have a V8.
I don't think people realize that the reasoning for this is because of increasingly strict emissions. They dont sell V8s and are axing V6s soon because you wouldn't be able to legally register it. Would you go to a Toyota dealership and buy a car that you can't register in the US?
@keyemku6399 ?? I agree emissions are ruining the auto industry but not registering ?
I love your Rant! That is why when I decided to get another Toyota Tacoma, I decide to get a 2022 or 2023. I found a really sweet 2022 TRD Sport 4X4 with only 5600 miles. Checking the Carfax no issues, other than the recent recall. I don't want a F'ing 4 Cylinder.
I bought a 2023 TRD off road this year. It’s not the top of the line, but it’s still awesome. Last of the best model if you ask me.
Extremely happy with my New v6 naturally aspirated Nissan Frontier!!!! I totally agree with Scotty!
I bought an older Hyundai Santa Fe with what I think is a good 4WD system. It's normally in front wheel drive until it senses a wheel spinning then it automatically energizes a clutch that sits in front of the rear differential. No buttons to push, it just does it. Don't even notice when it's doing it in snow. I only notice it when taking off on wet pavement, then I get the rear wheel drive thump when the front wheels spin (then it just goes). You can't sit there and spin the wheels with that traction control, you can hold the pedal to the floor and the engine only goes as fast as it takes to keep the wheels from spinning.
I got my 2021 TRD Off Road 6 speed manual right before the major shortage and insane dealer markups. Best truck decision purchase for me.
Scott you are correct. Absolutely. Engineering is everything.
The turbocharged engines used in modern pickups have much more low end torque then the larger displacement n/a engines. Scotty has it backwards when he says the new turbo 4 will need to spin at much higher rpm’s to tow. The 3.5 V6 in the Tacoma is most certainly not known for being a good engine for towing.
I agree that they possibly will not be as reliable though, but at this point, that is only speculation.
Dude,
Turbos only last 100k to 150k miles. Best of luck!
I caught this mistake as well. Scottie does have it backwards. Nevertheless, I’d trust a naturally aspirated v6 more than any turbo.
@@williamrossetter9430turbos can, and often do last longer then 150k. And if the do fail, they’re a replaceable part.
a added expense.@@stang-rv4pb
I have to agree. my dad ALWAYS buys Tacoma's. he is always complaining about how the 3.5L tows compared to his previous Tacoma with the 4L.
I have a 2021 TRD Pro Tacoma. I absolutely love everything about it! I bought it because it was the last generation of the V6.
I have my 2018 sequoia SR5 with the 5.7 V8 and man if you put it in tow mode, that thing is a rocket. The comfort and space is great.
Toyota will never struggle to sell trucks around the world. The Hilux is literally everywhere in Africa and Asia. Their 4-cylidner GD-6 engines are very reliable with decent comparative fuel consumption. Diesels are not as fast off the line but their mid-range acceleration is great and they've got loads of immediate torque so they can tow huge boat trailers. Toyota just needs to try sell their 2.8 L GD-6 engine in the US, you guys will love it.
I do not know where you are from, but in SEA, I think, toyota will ditch the 2.8L for a hybrid.
I'm South African. The GD-6 is diesel. It has good fuel economy for larger cars, good towing and performs well under load. Hybrids aren't popular for working vehicles or towing. Might be popular for urban folk with families who like to go on the odd road trip but the GD-6 a powerful and proven reliable 4-cylinder turbodiesel workhorse.
Toyota can't, it won't ever come close to meeting our emissions regulations here in the US.
@@truthserum5310 But they could use the 4-Cyl Diesel we have here in europe. Those are about the same the Aussies have and they are taken everywhere and in harshest conditions for towing offraoding and so on (for example see the Hilux 2,8 4 Cyl Diesel or the Prado). In europe we use small displacement engines ever since (relativly to the US) and for a long time getting a lot more horsepower and gas-mileage out of them as US-engines did. This man in the video is wrong in a lot of conclusions he is making about towing and power and displacement.
@@DeCSSData Won't meet our emissions regulations, and diesel fuel is at least $1.00 plus more per gallon here. Us American's don't like diesel powered vehicles unless they are in commercial rigs, or in heavy duty truck applications.
The price of these Tacoma's, due to popularity it's insane. So I picked up a 1995 ford ranger xlt 2.3l with a 5 speed manual. With original engine, it now has 320,000 miles and counting. This is my work truck.
Drove for a courier service that had Rangers with 5 speeds. Great maintenance free trucks & owner of business was firm changing oil every 4500 miles with valvoline synthetic. He had 2 that were still going when I left with 5k miles. Drivers weren’t kids hot rodding them either.
I saw a Toyota mechanic doing a one year review with his new Tundra on RUclips. What stood out to me was when he said when towing his boat, the new V6 twin turbo Tundra got worse MPG than his old V8 Tundra did. He went on to say that when towing, the turbos were engaged the whole time. I took that as not good. Especially for people who tow a lot or carry large payloads. The more those turbos are having to run, the more wear and tear will be put on them leading to turbo failures and high dollar repairs. Toyota’s best days may be behind them.
Not many people with toyota's work them or tow kind of like ridgeline owners just ease around to the mall and pick up groceries. If your going to be towing or working your truck don't get a Toyota.
Just bought a 2023 Tacoma TRD Sport last week. Had no idea that this was the last year they are doing the 6 cylinder. Glad I got one before they are gone.
I was the first person in the waiting list for the new 2024 Tacoma and im glad change my mind and I get the 2022 off road sport and I honestly I 100% happy with my purchase. I not interested on 4 cil turbo just like you said Scott all you been say is totally agree with you thanks for videos like this 👍
Agree,Same with me.I just bought my 23 TRD Sport 4X4 last month Nov. before the 3rd gen runs out.I was in a rush to purchase it.I am so happy that i do have to wait for next 4th gen 4 cyls turbo.
I have a 2021 Tundra 4WD with a 5.7 V8 and I love it! Gas mileage sucks but it pulls my boat and dual axle trailer like a champ…and I wouldn’t trade it for nothin…just my 2 cents worth 👊🏻😊
Same here, bought our 2021 Tundra at the very end of their production. Did not want to get the new v6 turbo. Sticking with the tried and true dependable v8.
Stay away from Toyota Unified Racing development TURD vehicles.....V8's all the way 👍
I am willing to sell my 2020 tundra crew four-wheel-drive. But only if I can find the 2021 still in factory warranty with low low miles spec’s exactly the way I would want it. I knew that Truck would gain popularity when the new one came out, and Scotty has proven it, I am a hero with my wife. I wanted horsepower and torque and Toyota reliability. I don’t want some freaking pick up truck with an extension cord hanging out it’s butt. This truck is the Lexus sedan of pick up trucks.
I bought V8 Tundra specifically at the end of 2021 that was one of the lasts that they had at the dealership because I did not want to get V6 Twin Turbo 2022 model. I agree that gas mileage is a huge disadvantage as at $6-7 per gallon is does hurt. But I must still admit I love this truck. Every time I open the door and sit behind the wheel I have a continuous smile all my ride. What a beautiful truck and engine. Never regretted buying it. And was never interested in V6 Turbo model.
Bring back a single cab, manual transmission and an 8 foot bed and I’ll be interested
Ill be Right behind you.
Exactly! It's a truck.
Exactly why we rebuilt our old 1970 C10 long bed! We haul tools & equipment not people! Dislike all these crew cabs with short boxes. Next to do is body. Front end we have done as everything was done when we bought the truck many years ago at a Memorial garage sale for $450. Of course had to do some rewiring & replace the rubber fuel line to carb. running across the manifolds with steel for safety.
Once you own a double cab you can never go back to single.
@@Murphy007 You got that right. Couldn't even go back to an access or extra cab. If you need to carry more stuff, you can tow a trailer.
Tell your son to look at his battery connection, I can see it’s doing the same thing mine did , lots of corrosion. 8$ felt pad/grease kit from the part store fixed it. Love the videos man, thanks
Got a 2022 TRD Off Road 4x4 V6. Super happy about it. If they don’t have a V6 by the time I get a new one, I’ll find a dealer that does
Personally, I think Toyota took a very long time to get rid of that V6 and a small truck, I got tons of friends that have the Tacoma, and none of them used it to carry heavy stuff. They just wanna have it because it’s reliable, they don’t really need that much power, the tundra, I agree, they should’ve stick with the V8, but the Ford F150 has a pretty good reliable, 3.53l twin turbo Toyota wheel two believe me
Lifehack: want better gas mileage? Don't accelerate fast. I see everyone hitting the gas pedal when the light turns green.
Everyone drives like they live in Tijuana…..Speedy Gonzales is their hero.
@@dextermay4007 Not me, I love to just cruise and listen to my music.
Where? In most places I drive, people go fast on yellow but sit there when it turns green then putt through the intersection.
Yep. It's the me me me first people.
The same on the freeway. Driving like they are on the racetrack. Then they complain about gas prices.
just bought a 23 tacoma V6 Dble cab yesterday ... one of the last few to be on the lot glad i grabbed it before its to late...
Waste of money for inferior quality.
Scotty
What do you think about the new Nissa frontier 2023-2024 is it worth it to buy one?
Thanks
Love my 23 Frontier!!
Both guys laughing at 10:45 is beyond priceless. The horse picture was icing on the cake.
Not only is Scotty a treasure trove of information, he has a sense of humor. He is a true character.
I just got a 2023 Tacoma Sport, I love it! It's not a drsg racer without a tune, but it gets the job done, just like my 04 Colorado did for me with the 5cyl. :-)
I agree with you 100%!! I don’t like how everybody’s going with turbo not a fan!! Guess I’ll just keep on driving my 1995 F150 F150 5.8L
Yeah they started with four cylinder engines back in the day, however those trucks were much smaller and lighter and even then, the power was lacking.
Scott, purchased a 2023 Tacoma Trail Edition. Love it! Totally agree with your comments.
Time we get an older Tundra on our lot from a trade-in, trust me it's never there longer than a few days. I would never pay what they want for these new trucks with no power. Great video, Scotty
After seeing this it confirmed what I was thinking about the new 2024 models. I ran out and purchased a 2023 V6 TRD-off road 4x4 long-bed (Lunar Rock) . -- Might be the last good Toyota truck you'll be able to purchase new & I have no doubt it will hold it's value over time.
We bought exactly the same model and COLOR!!! Thought the same as you. We have just 5,000 miles since July '23. 22-23 mpg w K&N air filter.We are at 6035 ft asl, so all of our vehicles get lesser mpg than at sea level. Put a top, side bars and a heavy bumper so now can only carry around 500lbs.: Guess mother in law will walk!!!
I will be holding on to my V6 TRD off road 6 speed stick.
Toyota gave up the only monopoly they had, reliability.
1993, is the last year i bought new from a "stealer-ship!" It's working for me!
My 2003 explorer crapped out again this year and the silver 2023 4x4 v6 Tacoma was my replacement of choice. So far no big complaints other than the rough shifting transmission but that’s Tacoma for ya. Simple NA V6 engine, old school parking break and 23/24MPG in town? I’m not complaining!
For light to medium pickup truck duty the 2.7 4 is dependable, good on gas and plenty powerful when you drive it like a pickup. Easy to maintain and repair too.
is that tacomas 4cyl engine ???
@@wolfBCyes!
Hold up Scotty. You have stated many times in previous videos that you only have to replace all four tires on an AWD system, not a 4WD. Which is it brother?
I get forgetful the older I get too🤣
Just AWD
AWD
Anything with permanent AWD. A 4WD vehicle which uses 2WD when ln the blacktop is fine to change one tyre (or a pair) at a time.
He was clear. He said electronic controlled. Aka AWD.
He is spot on. V6 turbos in the Tundra are already blowing. Keeping my V6 4runner.
Just hung out with an engineer for Toyota at SEMA toyota has basically met their fuel mileage requirements for the brand with the EPA that why they're forced into it. If you have the money lexus is still offering their suvs with a V6.
Just picked up a 2014 Tundra, 5.7. 188k. I put new brakes pads, rotors, and calipers, all around. Drives like new!
iT A REALLY OLD UWED VEHILCE
Nissan Frontier will be the go to for a smaller truck that still has a V6
It's a very good truck . I know folks that have them no problems.
This whole video is exactly why I bought a 2023 v6 Tacoma. Couldn’t be happier with it
Great job in your assessments Scotty.
I have a 2022 Tacoma sport,the transmission is always in the wrong gear and sluggish.I will be getting the 2024 Tacoma way more torque new transmission,better ride,interior.They have the engine already in Lexus vehicles and they are reliable.People are paranoid with new models.
Don't have enough road time over a wide market swatch to support that claim. 5-6 years out come back and tell us. Thank you!
@@j81851 like I said the motor and transmission has been in there luxury model Lexus for years.CAN YOU READ.I HAVE A TACOMA DO YOU,I HAVE MY RIGHT TO HAVE MY OPEN.I DON,T NEED 5-6 years to have an option.
that transmission inconvenience is just that, an inconvenience. It can be addressed with an easy tune. Also, show me one of those Lexus with 300k miles, otherwise thats not reliable and made up
@@tacoponchoor a manual transmission, though I believe you can only get the manual on the top $$ model.
You like buying shitty new tin and plastic trucks,huh? buy a lightly used one with a STANDARD tranny....these mexica made tin and plastic trucks...4 cyl turbo...automatic?.thats a joke for a truck...
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I have a 2002 Tundra V8 with 150K and the only thing I replaced are batteries, tires, plugs, brakes, shocks and 2 O2 sensors. No other problems. I have been offered cash at several gas stations for the truck many times and plan to keep it forever.
Same here. My brother drives an original 1996 Tacoma and he gets an offer almost every month out of the blue. However, most are like $1500 and my bro just laughs at them. Were your offers over $3000?
Bought a 2019 Taco V6 built in AMERICA. Haven’t even had the check engine light come on. Been a flawless truck for me
I don’t believe 30 mpg highway for a Tacoma. I have a 2019 Tacoma V-6 MT. Have never gotten better than 21-22 mpg highway.
Yeah, there's no way that's real.
Good thing I'm not interested in trucks😅
You can get better if you don’t exceed 65mph are unladen, no inclines or headwinds. All must apply to get better. I have a 2023 TRD Pro solar octane automatic wish I had your MT.
The best I have ever gotten in my ‘21 Off Road long bed on the highway is just under 25mpg. It’s 100% stock.
The 3rd gen Atkinson has so many complaints of low end torque. New Tacoma will have plenty of low end grunt. I’m selling my 2.7 supercharged 2nd gen and buying a 4th gen.
I disagree with Scotty on longevity. The electric motor will take strain off the engine so as with the Tundra we all have to wait on reliability judgement.
Absolutely! Peak torque at 1700 rom on the 4th gen. It will be a great little truck.
Just got mine 2023 TRD off road v6 4x4 2 months ago! 😊😊😊😊😊😊 got on the train for the last time !
I had a 17 Tacoma limited 4x4 and traded it in. I could have waited for the 24 Tacoma off road, but I got the 23 off road 4x4. I want my truck to last, so I don’t trust a 4 cylinder for longevity in a 4500 pound truck.
It's hilarious, because no way he is getting 30 MPG.
Could be 26-28 if he’s truly a granny driver on highways doing 55-60
My 2023 without a bunch of crap in it, driving in the flat state of Florida, gets 25.5 MPG's when I try to conserve. In the Tennessee mountains it gets around 18.9 MPG's.
Unless he is driving only downhill.
He might be telling the truth I get 29.5 highway doing 65/70 in a highlander AWD v6 8speed
@@huckleberrymulberry4764did you see the amount of junk? That's impossible!
This video didn't age well...
New turbo 4 cylinder makes 50ft lbs more torque and it makes that peak torque at less than 2k rpm. MUCH better than the old V6...
But logical thinking doesn’t get any views, so it’s fear mongering a truck none of these complainers have driven or have really looked into the engine for themselves😂
I agree with that. Have a 15 with the 4.0 V6. Plan to buy a crate motor to drop in it.
When I found out the 2024 would only be 4 cylinder I went and found a left over 2023 before they were all gone. I love my 2023 TRD even if it’s not newest body style
Boy, Scotty was on the warpath in this one!
Test drove the twin turbo and a used 5.7 today. Honestly the new twin turbo drives wayyy better. Near zero lag and tight steering. Smooth shifts and the interior is 100% better. Can't say anything about long-term or what it is like pulling a boat out a lake but the twin turbo had plenty of power on the road.
Thank you Scotty I agreed an I found out last night they got rid of the 4 runners v6 too I’m pissed the CEO of Toyota quit because he was pissed off with where the brand was going he was anti EV anti Hybrid and Anti Turbo he wanted to continue making the same reliable NA motors an they refused
All I’ve seen is people excited for Toyota changin things I felt I’ve been the only one PISSED but now that I see you talking out about them I’m happier bc maybe they’ll listen to you
The '24 4Runner still has the 4.0 V6. '25 is when they change.
We have a '23 TRD OffRoad Tacoma 4 door coming next week to go with our '20 4Runner SR5. Looking to keep both for a long time.
2:05. You. Seem to be confused. The current gen with the 2GR-FKS is kinda weak on torque and has to be revved all the way out to make any power. The new 4cyl makes its torque at a very low rpm because of turbo charging. Not saying it’s reliable, just that you have an invalid point.
Right on. 2023 3.5L 278 HP @6000 and 265 lb-ft @4600
2024 2.4L turbo also 278 HP @6000 and 317 lb-ft @1700
2024 2.4L turbo hybrid 326 HP @6000 and 465 lb-ft @1700
I honestly thought peak torque at that low of rpm had to be incorrect but I was wrong.
@@carlkeough9882 it’s incredible. Diesel territory.
I agree with you on this. Turbo engines just don’t last as long it’s a fact! And Toyota just did away with what their none for best engines period.
I had v8 tundra. Sold it with 200,000 miles. No issues with it. I then bought Subaru ascent with boxer 4 cylinder. Same story, excellent power and reliability. Sold it and bought Honda odyssey with v6. Same story and is super too. No power issue. In my view, it does not matter v4.v6 or v8. All great and well suited for the road. I would have zero issue with anything Toyota sells. It works.
I have a ‘21 Tacoma TRD OR Premium with the 6 foot bed in Army Green and I plan to keep this truck until the frame rots out. No 4 banger turbos for me.
Have you seen Ram's new Ramcharger? 6 cylinder engine not attached to a transmission. It's a generator that runs two electric motors with a much smaller battery than an EV. Has huge horsepower and torque. I've always looked elsewhere because of that company's transmission issues. But this may be a game changer as far as electric vehicles go. Up to 690 miles of range. Could see smaller vehicles with smaller engines working as generators. Could eliminate high gas prices as an issue.
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I'm kind of confused about the large following he has, he consistently gives out incorrect information and people just eat it up. Not sure if he's doing it for views or if he actually believes the incorrect info.
Scotty, I have a 2015 Nissan Altima SV which I purchased new. It has 109,000 miles, and it runs well. I was wondering if I should keep it or let it go. I am wondering if it will continue to perform well or is it going to start breaking down.
Keep it if it's paid off
great video. confirms my sentiments. Have owned several tacomas over a few decades, all bought new. Absolutely not replacing mine with a 4 cylinder, turbo or not. Test drove a 2023 and despise the engine lag while accelerating at low rpm. I understand that is common. Toyota couldn't get that right after all these years? My current 2011 TRD has only 70k miles. Got a couple hundred thousand more on it if Toyo doesn't get its head outta its u know what.
Yeah, I completely agree. I feel like within the next two or three years they’re probably going to introduce a V-6 because there’s no way they’re going to keep their sales up with just a bunch of four cylinders. A lot of people don’t want that and yeah, like you said a smaller engine in the same size truck is not gonna last as long. And how the hell does he get 30 mpg on the highway I barely get 20 in my 23 tacoma
The only way to re-introduce a V6 is to scale back the big daddy government emissions by footprint algorithm, which ain't gonna happen.
The Body shape is ugly besides ...The fender wells are more squarish like what Chevy did back a few years ago,,,Ugly for sure. The 2023's are still nice looking
I have a white 2022 TRD Pro with 3000 miles. Excellent power and presence.
I have a 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport and no way will I buy any Tacoma after 2023. Thanks for your honest review.
My unmodified 2023 Tacoma TRD PRO with a manual transmission gets about 20 mpg on the highway. Would only see 30 mpg downhill with a tailwind. Still love the truck though…
Did you find a solar octane with the MT? I didn’t so I settled for the auto a month ago.
No, Solar Octane or Vomit Green - just White! @@huckleberrymulberry4764