Please click my Torque News article if you enjoy my work. It talks about how to make sure you get a power driver's seat in your new Tacoma www.torquenews.com/6626/not-all-2020-toyota-tacoma-sr5-trucks-have-power-driver-s-seat-and-here-s-why. Thanks everyone! Jeff
Just wrote a comment on that... Canada lost out on the 2.7 all together... not only is it cheaper, but it has proven longevity and really for what I do is perfect motor... and mated to a 5speed would have been sweet.... little trucks are getting pushed to be big trucks again... Toyota was holding the line, but of course, what a few people want doesn’t sell. I’d have a 5 or 6sp 4Runner beside it too!!! That 3.5 is too little to be big, and too big to be little and decent on fuel. I’m not sure the real world mileage wasn’t better on the 4.0L
I know that for a fact, that they also offer a Toyota Tacoma SR/SR5 like a used 2016/2017 that offers a 5 speed manual, on a 2.7L inline-4, and a 4WD. That’s perfect to own
I’ll keep my 1990 SR5 4x4. They didn’t have the best motor but it’s a lot cheaper then buying a new one. I always loved Toyota from the 1st time seeing the 4x4 in back in the future.
All of us want to be tied into big brother some of us enjoy the more simple features of the 2019. Me in particular I enjoy the smaller screen as it functions the way I needed to. I don’t need anything else. Certainly not a bigger screen.
I was actually surprised they did not have the power seat in the 4-cylinder. lol when it first came off the transport truck I almost thought it was a mistake and I was looking at a 19 ha ha
And again... Canada loses out. Can’t get a 2.7L in any config... particularly the access cab with a 5 speed 4x4. Shame. Would be perfect with the SX package, and a small little 2” lift. Great little video by the way!! May have to cross the border again to get the vehicle I want ;)
@@frankcee4342 LOL, I was trying to be realistic with my needs.. haha. Somehow my crew cab tundra 5.7 seems overkill to drive around with mostly nothing in the bed and a trailer almost never. I really dont like the 3.5 with the 6speed tranny, seems like that is a carry over from 1998 and the slushbox doesn't do much for me either. I've never been a v6 fan in midsize trucks/midsize suv, they seem too big to be little and fuel efficient, and too little to be big with any real power. I guess i'd just rather have either the 4 with some efficiency or go right to the big v8 and get almost the same mileage.
The one major issue I have I have with these tacomas, the interiors collect dust like crazy. I will clean it one day and the next week I can’t see the screen becuase of all the dirt and dust
I always think it’s humorous when people compare the two yeah, you’ll save some money get in the Ford Ranger, but the Tacoma will last three times as long
Raiders Fan I would definitely enjoy that with a 5 speed Manuel rwd pick up I mean honestly these trucks are wayyy to under powered I got one with 50k miles and it’s a dog but great for work just hate cuz I can’t really go as fast as I want to sadly!
No. Toyota is OK with repeatedly alienating the same customer bases it created. Example: Toyota was once the king of the 4 cylinder, manual transmission, 2 wheel drive, regular cab pickup market. Then it eliminated the manual transmission and regular cab. Why? Because Toyota wants it's dealer's lots filled only with high priced, hence high profit, model cars and trucks.
The manual transmission 2.7 only came in the access cab and it was discontinued after 2017 I think. I got one in 2017 and I’m glad. I’m pretty sure it will be sought after.
Why they put back seats in the access cab I just don't know, Not crazy about that Blue. Like the 2020 Better, Tried to trade for a 2021 Sr Base 4x4 But Toyota wants just more then I want to give for No more truck then it is.....
In other words, no significant changes. Same sluggish acceleration due to retarded spark timing combined with an automatic transmission that upshifts too soon. Same loud engines due to a poorly insulated firewall. Same abrupt, jarring and fatigue inducing ride motions due to huge wheels and tires combined with stiff springing. Same hard seats with poor thigh support. Same super high tailgate liftover height. The late 1980's - 1990's 2 wheel drive Toyota pickups rode more like a car, had larger and softer seat bottoms and low tailgate liftover height. And the 4 cylinder models back then had manual transmission availability.
And the same dog slow engine that will get you killed if you try to pass somebody, as you mentioned. So they made some minor changes, like changing some accessories on a pigs costume.
Has the 2.7 engine changed since the revamp of the V6 model in 2016? Is the 6 speed auto transmission the same piece of junk that's now used in the V6? Toyota supposedly put in a new auto tran after all the issues with the 2016/2017/etc but the web tells me the problems persist.
No. It's still a very under powered cheap piece of crap that cost Toyota $49 to build and sell to suckers. It's truly a safety hazard unless you're going down hill with a tailwind at your back and your foot to the floor.
There was no new trans. It was a flash via TSB. It's a big improvement! I suggest doing some research on the trans itself, it's pretty interesting as it is all electronic. It's not as under-powered as people would have you believe- they have clearly never driven a three cylinder. It is also the only engine they offer that was actually built for the application it is in. The V6 is just a car engine - the 4 cylinder is a truck engine. I suggest trying one yourself and see how you like it - but i will agree that they are absurdly over priced both new and used! If you can get a good deal on the 4 cylinder it is worth it, but i wouldn't pay above $15k for one! I have a 2017 access cab that i use as my daily and it's great for what it is, but it's not a $28k+ truck in my eyes.
The trans wasnt the problem, the gearing IS. They are geared WAY too high internally, even with 3.90 and 4.10 ratios. Nitro gear 4.88 feels like it was made for the trucks.
Frank C Well regular consumers also purchase 4 cylinder Tacoma’s. They’re fine trucks. The V6 would be nice to have but the 4 has enough power. Nothing more, nothing less.
@@elitetr1nity617 They're fine trucks and have enough power if you don't have to pass or go up hills. I have a Rav4 4 cyl and a Taco 4 and the Rav4 fully loaded runs rings around the Taco. Taco owners were short changed on the engine power in my view compared to other trucks I've driven.
The changes are very minor. The change that's needed is to put the Rav4 4cyl engine in there. THAT would be a real change for the better. 2.7 is a dog with 3 broken legs. Toyota screws you over with the engines they put in these trucks. Sadly, I bought one not realizing they cheaped out on the engine. I'll be getting rid of mine soon. Oh, and what's with the cheap looking, low class splash of orange in the interior? For this you pay 31K????
Please click my Torque News article if you enjoy my work. It talks about how to make sure you get a power driver's seat in your new Tacoma www.torquenews.com/6626/not-all-2020-toyota-tacoma-sr5-trucks-have-power-driver-s-seat-and-here-s-why. Thanks everyone! Jeff
How much for the 20202 4 cylinder
I’ve always liked those styled wheels. Reminds me of the old school Toyota pickups. Very retro
I’m glad they still offer these rims.
2020 looks great, but for a second-to-base model the price is up there.
The 2.7 is a fine engine, people are 'gonna' miss it when it's gone. Having said that, it would be even better paired with a manual. #SaveThe2.7
Right Lane Hog
There is a spiritual connection between us
The 5 speed has been discontinued..
@@silverhorder1969 I know. :(
Just wrote a comment on that... Canada lost out on the 2.7 all together... not only is it cheaper, but it has proven longevity and really for what I do is perfect motor... and mated to a 5speed would have been sweet.... little trucks are getting pushed to be big trucks again... Toyota was holding the line, but of course, what a few people want doesn’t sell. I’d have a 5 or 6sp 4Runner beside it too!!! That 3.5 is too little to be big, and too big to be little and decent on fuel. I’m not sure the real world mileage wasn’t better on the 4.0L
666dynomax nissan will step up there game with new ceo. And 4.0 v6 is better than toyota it has better tourqe
I know that for a fact, that they also offer a Toyota Tacoma SR/SR5 like a used 2016/2017 that offers a 5 speed manual, on a 2.7L inline-4, and a 4WD. That’s perfect to own
I’ll keep my 1990 SR5 4x4. They didn’t have the best motor but it’s a lot cheaper then buying a new one. I always loved Toyota from the 1st time seeing the 4x4 in back in the future.
Joey0077d me too! I remember watching that in 1985 when I was 16 and that was my dream truck. Where did all the years go?
Wish they made an automatic i4 with 4WD AND four full doors.
The slate blue color is awesome
2020 not 2019
19> 20 I don’t do the overly complicated technology. I don’t want a power seat. Hell I got the rear seat delete and I’m happy I did
So to be clear, it sounds like there is not a 4cyl manual transmission configuration available, correct?
The manual transmission with the 2.7 was discontinued in 2018
👍👍👍 I want a Tacoma in Army Green!!!!!!!!!!!!
I would love a sr5 with the 2.7l and a manual
All of us want to be tied into big brother some of us enjoy the more simple features of the 2019. Me in particular I enjoy the smaller screen as it functions the way I needed to. I don’t need anything else. Certainly not a bigger screen.
You are joking Toyota right, $31k for that model???? Next
I agree this is ridiculous
@@kevinkidneyy broke bitches
If you are a good negotiator you wont pay that. I payed a few thousands less and that is with taxes, titles, all that junk included.
2,7 very reliable old Toyota engine, the only thing not that powerful,
Do you guys offer that 4cyl, crew cab with 4x4, or only RWD?
I like the new 2020 redesig grill
I don’t see enough changes other than the new head unit. The four cylinder model should have a power seat especially in the double cab.
I was actually surprised they did not have the power seat in the 4-cylinder. lol when it first came off the transport truck I almost thought it was a mistake and I was looking at a 19 ha ha
You can buy a BETER headunit from Alpine. Google it up with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Much better than toyota's offering.
Power Seat… in a Truck?
The man who delivers medicine in the million mile tacoma , i know it’s a 4 cylinder but is that also 2 wheel drive or 4x4? Thanks
I want low hp
4 cly with stick
I got a 2011 VW gti 124,765 miles
How much trade in would I get ....
And again... Canada loses out. Can’t get a 2.7L in any config... particularly the access cab with a 5 speed 4x4. Shame. Would be perfect with the SX package, and a small little 2” lift. Great little video by the way!! May have to cross the border again to get the vehicle I want ;)
Dude, don't buy the 2.7L. You will be sorry. Unless you drive like 105 year old granny.
@@frankcee4342 LOL, I was trying to be realistic with my needs.. haha. Somehow my crew cab tundra 5.7 seems overkill to drive around with mostly nothing in the bed and a trailer almost never. I really dont like the 3.5 with the 6speed tranny, seems like that is a carry over from 1998 and the slushbox doesn't do much for me either. I've never been a v6 fan in midsize trucks/midsize suv, they seem too big to be little and fuel efficient, and too little to be big with any real power. I guess i'd just rather have either the 4 with some efficiency or go right to the big v8 and get almost the same mileage.
The one major issue I have I have with these tacomas, the interiors collect dust like crazy. I will clean it one day and the next week I can’t see the screen becuase of all the dirt and dust
A lot of $$$ for a rear wheel drive 4 cylinder, just saying!!!! Sharp presentation and the camera isn’t that bad, good lighting!!!
too much money for it-- Ford Ranger is better
@@ecmarquez2508 Until it breaks down
@@andybub45 still ford ranger is cheaper and it's a stronger 4 banger
EC Marquez stronger? Nah. In terms of duration the Tacoma will outlive the ranger.
I always think it’s humorous when people compare the two yeah, you’ll save some money get in the Ford Ranger, but the Tacoma will last three times as long
Great review as always. Moving to NC in December. Will contact you then. Deciding between 4Runner and Tacoma.
Darwin Lopez I’d love to have to come by and we can meet!
Darwin Lopez 4Runner! It’s 100% Japan built, super reliable and almost the best resale value of ANY vehicle in the USA
They should put the new 2.5 Camry 4cnly in it that has 203 hp
Raiders Fan I would definitely enjoy that with a 5 speed Manuel rwd pick up I mean honestly these trucks are wayyy to under powered I got one with 50k miles and it’s a dog but great for work just hate cuz I can’t really go as fast as I want to sadly!
@byGibzoh the Honda Ridgeline is also good. But that looks like a pilot
Thank you. Toyota made millions on the 2.7L dog they called an engine. Probably cost them $49 to build.
@@frankcee4342 Lmao cry more. If you want speed and power go for the larger engine or upgrade to the Tundra. The 2.7l is great for what it is
Nice, when my RAV4 2019 lease finish I will definitely pickup a Tacoma 4 cylinder 😍🤩🤩
Great video as always... mind if I ask what camera you're using and what video editor? Thanks in advance ☺️
On the 2020 Tacoma’s, did they bring back the little cubby in the truck bed that the 2018s had ? Or is it still removed.
Hey Jeff,
Maybe look into a DJI Osmo to help with the smoothness
iPhone 11 pro
What are your thoughts on towing a 2100 lbs camper on the 2.7?
Should have gone to you guys. I've been waiting for a TRD Sport 6MT since November.
I can't find an access cab with the small back seats anywhere, they all have the "rear seat delete"
Saves you ~$2k on the price to delete them 😁
plane responded i'm up. in the sky that is haha
nice video offtopic ,what camera is that great zoom
Is this available in a manual transmission with 4 cyclinder double cab ?
Nop :(
No. Toyota is OK with repeatedly alienating the same customer bases it created. Example: Toyota was once the king of the 4 cylinder, manual transmission, 2 wheel drive, regular cab pickup market. Then it eliminated the manual transmission and regular cab. Why? Because Toyota wants it's dealer's lots filled only with high priced, hence high profit, model cars and trucks.
The manual transmission 2.7 only came in the access cab and it was discontinued after 2017 I think. I got one in 2017 and I’m glad. I’m pretty sure it will be sought after.
@@silverhorder1969 what I want. That needs to come back.
hello..what company offers the wifi connection
Why they put back seats in the access cab I just don't know, Not crazy about that Blue. Like the 2020 Better, Tried to trade for a 2021 Sr Base 4x4 But Toyota wants just more then I want to give for No more truck then it is.....
In other words, no significant changes. Same sluggish acceleration due to retarded spark timing combined with an automatic transmission that upshifts too soon. Same loud engines due to a poorly insulated firewall. Same abrupt, jarring and fatigue inducing ride motions due to huge wheels and tires combined with stiff springing. Same hard seats with poor thigh support. Same super high tailgate liftover height. The late 1980's - 1990's 2 wheel drive Toyota pickups rode more like a car, had larger and softer seat bottoms and low tailgate liftover height. And the 4 cylinder models back then had manual transmission availability.
And the same dog slow engine that will get you killed if you try to pass somebody, as you mentioned. So they made some minor changes, like changing some accessories on a pigs costume.
Translation: “I don’t like trucks”
They need to make a lighter simpler smaller Toyota Pick Up with manual and 4 cylinder
where is the engine?
Has the 2.7 engine changed since the revamp of the V6 model in 2016? Is the 6 speed auto transmission the same piece of junk that's now used in the V6? Toyota supposedly put in a new auto tran after all the issues with the 2016/2017/etc but the web tells me the problems persist.
No. It's still a very under powered cheap piece of crap that cost Toyota $49 to build and sell to suckers. It's truly a safety hazard unless you're going down hill with a tailwind at your back and your foot to the floor.
There was no new trans. It was a flash via TSB. It's a big improvement! I suggest doing some research on the trans itself, it's pretty interesting as it is all electronic. It's not as under-powered as people would have you believe- they have clearly never driven a three cylinder. It is also the only engine they offer that was actually built for the application it is in. The V6 is just a car engine - the 4 cylinder is a truck engine. I suggest trying one yourself and see how you like it - but i will agree that they are absurdly over priced both new and used! If you can get a good deal on the 4 cylinder it is worth it, but i wouldn't pay above $15k for one! I have a 2017 access cab that i use as my daily and it's great for what it is, but it's not a $28k+ truck in my eyes.
The trans wasnt the problem, the gearing IS. They are geared WAY too high internally, even with 3.90 and 4.10 ratios. Nitro gear 4.88 feels like it was made for the trucks.
2.7 and No manual ? Sometimes Toyota sucks
it as auto with manual shift
2.7 sucks. Period. ZERO power. Unless you like having an engine with no power.
@@frankcee4342 scotty Kilmer Will be disagree with you :)
@@brandonwls6032 That's OK, I'm a bit of a lead foot with no patience for slow pokes. But, I do like his videos all the same.
Either add more horsepower and torque to the 4 banger or get rid of it. Dang thing will stop on a dime just can’t get over one!
Confirmed 2019 RAV4 is getting Android auto in the US!!!!!?
Biggest difference is 1 is made in the USA and the other is made in Mexico.
regional assembly rip off!!! never seen that on a Toyota in the northeast!
No wonder poeople buy f150 s
1st.
Thanks Jeff
Grill on the 19 looks better. Crome outline sets it off
I don't see why the V6 isn't standard at this point.. nobody buys the 4 cylinder!
Proper you’d be surprised how many companies buy the base model Tacoma with the 4 cylinder as fleet trucks.
@@elitetr1nity617 you're right on that one
@@elitetr1nity617 That's simply a cost decision, not a practical, regular guy decision.
Frank C
Well regular consumers also purchase 4 cylinder Tacoma’s. They’re fine trucks. The V6 would be nice to have but the 4 has enough power. Nothing more, nothing less.
@@elitetr1nity617 They're fine trucks and have enough power if you don't have to pass or go up hills. I have a Rav4 4 cyl and a Taco 4 and the Rav4 fully loaded runs rings around the Taco. Taco owners were short changed on the engine power in my view compared to other trucks I've driven.
Nah the 2019 seem like the better deal and if I was going to do 1 up grade it would be the v6
2020 sr5 to much money
Rip off$ 32 000.
Gustabo Coto
I feel you. You can probably get a full size truck for not much more.
I would never buy an SR5 in a 4-cylinder as you be better just buying a SR with a TSS package.
The changes are very minor. The change that's needed is to put the Rav4 4cyl engine in there. THAT would be a real change for the better. 2.7 is a dog with 3 broken legs. Toyota screws you over with the engines they put in these trucks. Sadly, I bought one not realizing they cheaped out on the engine. I'll be getting rid of mine soon. Oh, and what's with the cheap looking, low class splash of orange in the interior? For this you pay 31K????