I own a 2022 SR5 V6 Tacoma 4 door 2WD made in Mexico and I love it. I bought it brand new in 2022. I haven't had any problems with it. it runs great, has enough power. It's great.
Almost 300 hp, 140 mph on speedometer, Tow almost 7000 lbs, shifts so smooth you can hardly tell it. The japanese engineers are laughing at the nay sayers...Resale unbelievable.
@@55Bergthe cricket silence is deafening… Great engine - I have a 2023 SR5 Trail Edition and absolutely love everything about it. Been driving Toyotas since 1983, so I know how well they are made.
Thank you for all the info of this V6 engine! Makes me feel good about my SR5 trim RWD. I’ve hauled my 2010 6x12 Hallmark Trailer with my 2022 Tacoma several times and I’m impressed with how smooth it hauls my trailer fully loaded. I active the ECT mode every time and my RPMs stay between 1800 & 2300 on the freeway here in Myrtle Beach, SC. MPGs are between 17mpg & 20mpg on a 25 to 30 mile ride at 60mph hauling my trailer. Keep the videos coming sir!
Your welcome ! The ect button truly improves the shift points and revs each gear out longer making it feel more powerful it also tends to keep the truck out of the “dreaded” 6th gear where I find it loses power do to the fact the engine makes its power in the high rpm range. I believe this is attributed to the gearing ratio and the fact the engine is tech a “car” engine. It is a bulletproof engine though especially with the d4s tech as stated in the video. Your truck will last lifetime if you take care of it, change your oil and filter ever 5k miles. If you ever get a chance find yourself a steep hill and punch the gas pedal you’ll be truly Amazed the power this truck has. Glad your enjoying my videos I’m just a Toyota enthusiast and automotive collision tech by no means a TH-camr lol just doing this for fun. I’ll make some new videos in things I think of.
How much weight are you pulling with your trailer.? and do you know if you have a transmission cooler on this truck I’m trying to find out. I just bought one of these trucks. I love it and plan to pull trailers with it.
I bought my 2016 Tacoma in Sept of 2015 Now I have 98650 in August of 2022. I’ve changed oil every 5k. Recently flushed the tranny, break system, system coolant flush, break system flush and both front n rear differentials. The truck has been driven to Seattle, Coose Bay and Cheyenne on three different occasions. As long as you take care of the fluids n what not it should last a good while. Hoooooah!!!!
I’ve had my SR for almost a year, I really don’t understand the complaints about this drive train. Mine drives 50 miles a day to work and back, I average about 25MPG a week with two 70 mile trips to pick and deliver 8 large bales of hay for our horses every 2 weeks to a ranch up in the hills. Never had a single lack of power issue at any time, it shifts smooth and runs like a top, the truck is an absolute joy to drive.
I have 2017 Tacoma TRD Sport 4x4, with 35,200 miles on it. I like my truck because it gives me a lot more ground clearance so I can do my own oil changes, plus sitting higher in traffic I feel a little safer & I am able to see over most smaller cars. I also like the fact that there is some space around this engine so I can do my own maintenance on it. I have the same engine in my truck & I also have that tiny transmission cooler on the front. If you are planning on doing your own maintenance on your truck after Toyota care is over I would recommend watching "The Car Care Nut" You Tube channel. He is a former Toyota mechanic who shows viewers how to do their own maintenance on their Toyota vehicles. I am planning on keeping my Tacoma for another 15-20 years.
I follow the “the car care nut” as well on TH-cam he has a great channel. I’m doing all my own work from day 1. I work in the collision repair business. I plan to keep my truck for 15-20 years as well. No doubt it will last that long. Glad to hear you like your tacoma 👍
@@trdfenz3005 These are great engines, they come from the Lexus GS cars. I have an AWD Lexus GS, it is like a sedan with a truck drivetrain, has a full transfercase. Never heard of one those engines failing. The Transmission too is very reliable. Easy 300K engine. GS is pretty noisy too when the DI comes on. The original ones (I have an 11) required 5W30 CONVENTIONAL oil with a 5k oci. I wouldn't really go higher than that because toyota has a reputation for dirty piston rings.
I’m an old duffer and don’t need to race around like I did in my youth. That said, I installed a cold air intake and an OTT in my 23 TRD Off Road Tacoma with the TRD Performance exhaust. My Tacoma now has 318 horsepower and 295 lb ft of torque. Yes, it will fly when I need it to. But most of the time I’m driving around 67 mph with the cruise set on 67mph at 1,500 RPM. But when I kick those horses under the hood, I’m glad to know that they will Get up and Go. I’m getting 22mpg at 82mph on the I-90 in Montana
The 2GR-FKS in the Tacoma is one robust motor , it’s a 6 bolt main motor , that Lotus has in their sports car I believe pushing 500-600 HP the timing chain in the 2GR-FKS is MASSIVE , not surprising because that’s just how Toyota builds these trucks they over build them to last 25years
The 7GR-FKS is a 3.5 L (3,456 cc) version. Bore and stroke is 94 mm × 83 mm (3.70 in × 3.27 in). This version features a D-4S combined injection system, and includes Dual VVT-i
I’m looking forward to my own, but that is at least six months away. Been wanting another 4wd truck, but too many want stupid money for it so I did my research and the Tacoma gets the nod. Go Taco!😊💖
I just bought a 3rd gen Tacoma with the 2GR, my prior truck was a 1st gen with the 5VZ. While the 2GR makes almost 100 more hp and 50 pounds more of torque, it doesn't feel as powerful unless you rev it past 4000 rpm. That's a mistake in a truck engine. You need the power down low for towing/plowing etc. I should have bought a Ram 1500 with the 5.7. My brother has one and it has massive low rpm torque AND revs to make some great HP. His truck is fast, accleration off the line is impressive and it's a freak on the highway. What's ironic is the Ram with almost twice the displacement and much more weight to pull around is better on fuel than my truck.
Get Kd maxx pro tune or I'm sure other tunes will do the same but give you back the low end torque response can't understand why toyota didn't go with these type of tunes to begin with you'll even gain 1-2 mpg just depends how much weight you add on it.
False. Most people drive these daily at modern highway speeds. The powerband is perfect. If you must tow just push the pedal harder, plus you can tune it and tilt everything towards low end if you like.
@@calebmelton5989 Epic facepalm! You've obviously never towed anything, let alone up a hill or mountain lol. To say just push the pedal harder is pure ignorance on how torque and towing and engines work. Step into a 3.5L Ecoboost TT and you'll understand what power and torque is all about. Ford has been doing TT is trucks way before Toyota. The 2.7L is one of the most reliable TTs and a tank of an engine. It would out tow a Taco V6 with half of it. LOL.
I bought the the last of the best 22TRD off-road six cylinder good years lasted well. It was a good year. just put on Michelin‘s at 32,000 miles. I love this truck to death..
@@trdfenz3005this engine is the same one in the new highlander models my mother has one of those highlanders (2021) they have really good power when she put the gas pedal, this engine is one of the best moderns Toyota engines, I’ll keep my 19 tacoma for at least 20 more years. I LOVE IT!
Agree these things will last if taken care of ,traded in my 01 prerunner with 310k on it for a 23 trd of and i love it,had frame rust issues and only replaced radiator when plastic cracked and water pump everything else original parts, thing still ran like a champ 2.7l bullet proof🙂👍
2018 Trd sport. 2 wheel drive. Over the years driving it I like it more and more. I would like a older diesel for doing truck stuff. But. The Tacoma. Is my daily driver. And actually. It has great horsepower for daily driving. And drives like a car. Very comfortable. Great truck
I have the 2023 Limited NightShade Edition. The Engine is a Non-Turbo, Normally aspirated engine. It creates torque at higher Rpm's because it's a short stroker! With a Turbo, it would not be a gasoline sipper as it seems to be. I find it does the job beautifully! I don't mind having to push a little farther on the gas pedal, and listen to it wind up to higher Rpms. Mine will hold 80 mph and deliver me 20mpg on the flat roads no wind. get into hills, and the transmission has to compensate for the lack of torque at lower rpms. Because the torque converter can fully or partially unlock, it seems to shift more than necessary. It is really the torque converter unlocking fully then partially locking and then fully locking that is a little much. But I don't mind. Toyota builds the best transmissions in the world, so it doesn't worry me in the least.
LOL what utter BS! The best truck transmissions in the world throughout the last 20 years have been Ford, Toyota and Allison in that order. Toyota would never be able to compete in the 3/4 and 1 ton truck segment. Toyota sold ~ 120K Tundras in a year. Ford sold over 800K F150s LOL!! And the Tundra has had some bad recalls recently with total engine failures. Welcome to the big boy club Toyota! LOL.
@@anthonygiordano3991 I can do a video on the 4cylinder I need to find one though lol. Maybe a rental company has one I can use. I’d get the v6 man. The 2gr-fks is a bulletproof engine as well. It’s a Toyota keep that in mind. The 2.7 is ancient! And will most likely be retiring in 2024.
@@trdfenz3005 - I was considering the 4 cylinder because it’s cheaper and I don’t off-road or tow. But I’m concerned that it will be a lack of power if I’m trying to pass on the highway etc. But, I do know the V6 is also a very reliable engine.
@@anthonygiordano3991 you can’t go wrong with either engine. The 4cylinder is deff under powered but inside the cabin there is a “etc(electronically controlled transmission” button that you can press and it changes the shift points of the trans and keeps it out of sixth gear makes the truck feel more sporty and gives it slightly more power . Look up the ect button it wakes the 4cyl up
I absolutely Love my 23 TRD Off Road double cab with the premium and technology pkgs and 6’ bed. I’ve modified it a bit so I’m getting more horsepower, torque and mpg. We normally keep our vehicles for 15-20 years, so at my age I’ll probably be dead in 20 years.
Excellent review, good communication skills. I learned a few things That engine bay looks clean and not over crowded. Best of luck to you I hope you reach your goal and keep that car 20 years, smart money will say you know.
Nice video....but Ford actually does have dual injectors to combat the DI only issue. Toyota and Ford swapped technology research as Toyota wanted the research Ford did on having both and Ford wanted Toyota's hybrid/battery research. However, as toyota always does the take the Inovator's tech and constantly improve on it making it better than what Ford has done it.
I told my teenage son that if he gets a free ride to college, I'll buy him a new truck. This is high on his list so I'm trying to educate myself now 🤣🤣
Should have told him you'd buy a truck if he learned a trade. Then he'd actually have a real use for it. But Tacoma owners are the biggest posers around. Be it off-roading or thinking they are real "trucks" lol.
Love a man who loves his truck. I tried to keep my engine as stock as possible. Put on a larger throttle body and 3in exhaust which made a big boost in power. Installed a catch-can to keep valves clean. Try looking for an in-line FUEL FILTER on this truck!! Does your truck have one??????
@@trdfenz3005 Just an FYI(not trying to be wise guy)All filters will get plugged at some point. It's $99 for a fuel filter, labor $200(they have to drop the tank and pull the fuel pump). They replaced my fuel pump under warranty, took 1/2hr. (not impossible but costly when you have to pay)
I can agree wirh some of the shifting issues, mine holds gears longer than needed or downshifts to soon , my guess is the computer is trying to get the best fuel economy
I'd recommend you get the SprintBooster for the lag in acceleration, it will change the feel of your truck immediately. You can review a video that RobMotive made when he put one on his 2021 SR5 4X2. I love mine!
The Sprint Booster and Pedal Commander is powered by the same circuit which powers the accel pedal. At certain times the Sprint-b or Pedal-c will draw more current than normal from the accel pedal circuit causing a drop in voltage. This angers the engine computer, retaliates by throwing the vehicle into LIMP MODE.(These after market devices work well until it pisses-off the computer).
@@corkys8286 Very happy your device works, when working it's great. I had mine on sport/sport+. This may put undue strain on the electronics. Use with caution.
@@wlew3499 thanks for the update this is the first I heard of the pedal commander messing up electronics I use mine on city sport is to aggressive for around town
My brother has the engine before this port injection, great top end, doesn't do much below 2000rpm. Me I have the Mitsubishi 3.8. Great bottom end, poor top end. Hats off to Toyota it's a jewel of an engine.
I was a 2006 Tacoma owner with the 4.0 V6. I drove it 245,000 miles and it was basically trouble free. So I went to test a new Tacoma in 2018; went to the dealer and drove off the lot for a test drive. Went one block and made a U-Turn to return to the dealer. The salesman asked me why and I explained that the power sucked and the brakes were awful. FYI, I'm a car person that has done racing development and engineering. The brakes on my 2006 were awful as well, but I had converted it to 4 wheel disk and the problem was solved. The 4.0 has more power and is far better for towing or just hauling a load. After talking to a few owners of this truck, they tell me that the fuel economy is poor as well. I got an average of 20 MPG with my 2006, and they say they get about 19.5 to 20 with their 3.5 Liter. Why? Because to make any power with it you have to spin the thing 3,000 +++ RPM! It is a well built and nice truck, but they really need to do something about the power and the brakes.
Call BS on your brakes evaluation. One block trip test drive wont tell you anything about braking down a steep grade. The brakes haven't changed. Why bother test driving if you know all this?
@@beexiong2995 Call BS all you want. I'm a person with over 50 years now of playing with cars. Restorations of old cool stuff as well as building full racing cars that have won series championships. I just got out of 2006 Tacoma that I had updated the poor brakes on. I know what they felt like before I changed the brake system, and that is why I changed the brake system. I had also driven other Tacoma's with the same sucky brakes, but not the new model with the new 3.5 V6. In looking at the truck before driving it, it didn't look like the brakes had been updated, but to me the proof is in the driving. One block can tell me everything about a vehicle. This one told me the power curve was poor compared to the 4.0 V6 I just got out of, and the brakes were still poor. Fact is, it was going down a long grade on US 101 in my Tacoma that told me I had to change the brake system. After I did, all was good. I learned on my test drive that they hadn't upgraded the brakes, and the new engine didn't have as much power as the older one. You said it yourself, they hadn't changed the brake system. FYI, I purchased a Chevy Colorado with the Duramax Diesel. Power is good, so is the fuel economy and the brakes are excellent. It also handles well also. However, I have to be honest... I can tell that the build quality of the Toyota is better than this Chevrolet.
Yea I’m always looking for my small/midsize trucks to be super fast like a race car and brake on a dime. It’s always a toss up between buying that new Ferrari or a new Tacoma. (Sarcasm). The 3.5l V6 is great and by all reports extremely reliable in the Tacoma and I love it. Just my opinion of course.
Love my '21 trd off-road with 6-speed manual in army green. The OEM battery is sh**. It will corrode terminals and cables and hold down bracket in record time. Use it as a core and replace it with AGM Battery. Odyssey, Optima, or an alternate brand, it will no longer be a threat to your electrical system.
Ford does have port injection and direct injection on the 3.5 ecoboost and 2.7 ecoboost from 2018 and up. Also the 2.0 ecoboost and 2.3 ecoboost now have direct injection and port injection as of 2023.
I believe the main timing chain drives the two intake cam gear phasers and there is a small chain on each bank that goes from intake cam to exhaust cam to drive the exhaust cams. Now I’m curious and will look it up in manual.
@@tahoebum why do you feel lucky? The tacomas built in Mexico are built just as good if not better then the Texas built trucks. You have to realize all the plants follow the same build quality standards that Toyota puts into place. Mexican people are hard workers
LOL It's a tiny truck of course it's going to feel like it has plenty of power. Try towing a small boat over hills or up a mountain. Torque is nonexistent in those things where you need it most. They are designed for off-roading and not towing.
At my age all I do is pee and 💩 but if you want the last of the good stuff this is it. Toyota went with the four cylinder turbo with all the pressure on the motor they won’t last this truck will be the last of the good ones👍
Zero mechanical issues. Some of the earlier models 16-17 had gear hunting issues but Toyota put out tsb bulletins for software updates that fixed how the transmission shifted. My 2022 shifts great. I’ve never heard of a transmission going bad on a 3rd gen tacoma
@@trdfenz3005 Thanks for the info.....my son is saving for a truck and I'm leading him toward mid-sized....between the Tacoma and the frontier Pro4x. Only thing I'm worried on the Frontier is they have now gong to a Direct Injection engine. As we keep vehicles for a long time I don't know how that will fare in the long run over 200K.
@@dalephillips8250 I would say the Nissan Frontier would be my second choice. You can’t beat a tacoma for long term ownership. The tacoma 3.5 v6 is dual injection port and direct injection so you’ll never have carbon build up problems it also has self cleaning direct fuel injector. You have a valid reason for concern with the Nissan engine being direct injected only.
@@dalephillips8250 yes it still has drum brakes. Keep in mind though they last a VERY long time before needing adjusting or replacement. I’ve heard never once seen a post about anyone on my tacoma Facebook groups of people replacing the rear shoes or having issues with them.
Incorrect from what I’ve read. Yes at times they are used together . You can actually hear the engine switch between direct and port injection . When the high pressure fuel pump and direct injectors are running the engine will be much louder. When it runs port injection it will be much quieter
@@trdfenz3005 no the hi pressure pump is a mechanical simple pump so it works all the time the engine is running , yes it make some noise all the time but the noise you heard probably came from another part
@@luiscardozo0000 I don’t know the ins and outs 100 percent but I can assure you the engine does not run all the time in direct injection mode. It cycles back and forth between direct and port and that is indeed the difference in sound.
I have this engine in my Camry TRD, watched the injector action on a D7. It goes Port, Direct, either…. I don’t remember seeing a both… BTW, my air box is on the opposite side as yours…
@@trdfenz3005agree with you, if you let it idle for about 5 mins port injection come in to to its job that is cleaning rings a pistons from possible carbon built due direct injection
Isn’t the 4 cylinder engine better because of the cast iron block? I think the “Car Care Nut” guy stated the V6 has several plastic parts that, over time, will most likely fail due to the constant exposure to high heat.
This engine got so much hate from the 4.0 fanboys and now they are quiet since the 3.5 is gone and replaced with a turbo 4. Wasn’t a fan of the 6 speed auto they put in this because it behaves weird after corners sometimes doing things like holding 2nd gear for much longer than it should
Agreed the transmission could better but the later years of the 3rd gen were much better. As for the engine it’s just as good if not better than the 4.0
To loud, timing cover will leak and cost over $4500, my rear differential was replace 6 months after I purchase it took them over 5months to fix, transmissission problems.
@@trdfenz3005 It's a 3 tube black finned cooler behind the grill. I was not sure what it was for until I asked the Toyota dealer at a service appointment. He told me it was the trans cooler.
@@rndsommer40 is it at the bottom of of the truck? If it’s located at the bottom and it’s a black thin tube with fins on it that’s your power steering cooler
Salt destroys every vehicle . Why it’s important to wash your under carriage after driving in snow. Toyota has corrosion proofed the frame I believe in mid 17 model years. The front box section is sprayed with cavity wax and the holes are plugged. The open c frame has sealer on the welded joints of the frame to prevent rust between the layers
Underpowered engine in my opinion. The Ranger's 2.3 Ecoboost is crazy powerful and with the 10 speed transmission makes for an unbelievable driving experience. Few people keep there vehicles for over 7 years. That being said resale value for these trucks is very good and they are very reliable.
@@trdfenz3005 yes, you're right, you have to remove the manifold. luckily he got away with it. in some states, especially in the rust belt, bolts will break due to rust.
A lot of people call an engine a motor…. Maybe you should make your own video discussing the Atkinson cycle. Sounds like your one hell of a expert yourself about the 2gr-fks. Can’t see why you’d waste time watching my video. Thanks for your lovely comment
Barcelona red gang!! I agree, I find v6 Tacoma has plenty of power! Im pretty confident that this generation will outlive the new 4th gen!
I own a 2022 SR5 V6 Tacoma 4 door 2WD made in Mexico and I love it. I bought it brand new in 2022. I haven't had any problems with it. it runs great, has enough power. It's great.
Almost 300 hp, 140 mph on speedometer, Tow almost 7000 lbs, shifts so smooth you can hardly tell it. The japanese engineers are laughing at the nay sayers...Resale unbelievable.
That is all very true!
So incorrect
@@sebastianromero420show me one thing he said that is incorrect
@@55Bergthe cricket silence is deafening…
Great engine - I have a 2023 SR5 Trail Edition and absolutely love everything about it. Been driving Toyotas since 1983, so I know how well they are made.
Only thing id disagree with is the smooth shifting. I turn ECT on and it downshifts kinda hard and stays in high RPM for a while
@sebastianromero420
Thank you for all the info of this V6 engine! Makes me feel good about my SR5 trim RWD. I’ve hauled my 2010 6x12 Hallmark Trailer with my 2022 Tacoma several times and I’m impressed with how smooth it hauls my trailer fully loaded. I active the ECT mode every time and my RPMs stay between 1800 & 2300 on the freeway here in Myrtle Beach, SC. MPGs are between 17mpg & 20mpg on a 25 to 30 mile ride at 60mph hauling my trailer. Keep the videos coming sir!
Your welcome ! The ect button truly improves the shift points and revs each gear out longer making it feel more powerful it also tends to keep the truck out of the “dreaded” 6th gear where I find it loses power do to the fact the engine makes its power in the high rpm range. I believe this is attributed to the gearing ratio and the fact the engine is tech a “car” engine. It is a bulletproof engine though especially with the d4s tech as stated in the video. Your truck will last lifetime if you take care of it, change your oil and filter ever 5k miles. If you ever get a chance find yourself a steep hill and punch the gas pedal you’ll be truly Amazed the power this truck has. Glad your enjoying my videos I’m just a Toyota enthusiast and automotive collision tech by no means a TH-camr lol just doing this for fun. I’ll make some new videos in things I think of.
How heavy is the trailer
How much weight are you pulling with your trailer.? and do you know if you have a transmission cooler on this truck I’m trying to find out. I just bought one of these trucks. I love it and plan to pull trailers with it.
I bought my 2016 Tacoma in Sept of 2015
Now I have 98650 in August of 2022. I’ve changed oil every 5k. Recently flushed the tranny, break system, system coolant flush, break system flush and both front n rear differentials. The truck has been driven to Seattle, Coose Bay and Cheyenne on three different occasions.
As long as you take care of the fluids n what not it should last a good while. Hoooooah!!!!
I’ve had my SR for almost a year, I really don’t understand the complaints about this drive train. Mine drives 50 miles a day to work and back, I average about 25MPG a week with two 70 mile trips to pick and deliver 8 large bales of hay for our horses every 2 weeks to a ranch up in the hills. Never had a single lack of power issue at any time, it shifts smooth and runs like a top, the truck is an absolute joy to drive.
Add a cold air intake and you’ll notice an improvement
I have 2017 Tacoma TRD Sport 4x4, with 35,200 miles on it. I like my truck because it gives me a lot more ground clearance so I can do my own oil changes, plus sitting higher in traffic I feel a little safer & I am able to see over most smaller cars. I also like the fact that there is some space around this engine so I can do my own maintenance on it. I have the same engine in my truck & I also have that tiny transmission cooler on the front. If you are planning on doing your own maintenance on your truck after Toyota care is over I would recommend watching "The Car Care Nut" You Tube channel. He is a former Toyota mechanic who shows viewers how to do their own maintenance on their Toyota vehicles. I am planning on keeping my Tacoma for another 15-20 years.
I follow the “the car care nut” as well on TH-cam he has a great channel. I’m doing all my own work from day 1. I work in the collision repair business. I plan to keep my truck for 15-20 years as well. No doubt it will last that long. Glad to hear you like your tacoma 👍
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Where do you live? I want to out a ring on it
@@trdfenz3005 These are great engines, they come from the Lexus GS cars. I have an AWD Lexus GS, it is like a sedan with a truck drivetrain, has a full transfercase. Never heard of one those engines failing. The Transmission too is very reliable. Easy 300K engine. GS is pretty noisy too when the DI comes on. The original ones (I have an 11) required 5W30 CONVENTIONAL oil with a 5k oci. I wouldn't really go higher than that because toyota has a reputation for dirty piston rings.
@@lanysmith1321 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Getting my 22 Taco tuned w/OTT was the best $400 I ever spent. Love this engine
I’m an old duffer and don’t need to race around like I did in my youth.
That said, I installed a cold air intake and an OTT in my 23 TRD Off Road Tacoma with the TRD Performance exhaust. My Tacoma now has 318 horsepower and 295 lb ft of torque. Yes, it will fly when I need it to.
But most of the time I’m driving around 67 mph with the cruise set on 67mph at 1,500 RPM.
But when I kick those horses under the hood, I’m glad to know that they will Get up and Go.
I’m getting 22mpg at 82mph on the I-90 in Montana
I bought a 2023 Off Road 4x2 in Barcelona Red. I trust the 3.5 v6 and its the reason i bought it...longevity.
I literally just bought this same pickup and love it. Same color even!! Good stuff!!
Nice that’s awesome man !
The 2GR-FKS in the Tacoma is one robust motor , it’s a 6 bolt main motor , that Lotus has in their sports car I believe pushing 500-600 HP the timing chain in the 2GR-FKS is MASSIVE , not surprising because that’s just how Toyota builds these trucks they over build them to last 25years
I certainly agree with that. The 2gr-fks is a bulletproof engine built to last a million miles
@@trdfenz3005 The 1GR in the 4Runner is even better. They aren’t the most refined sounding engines, but they always outlast the vehicle.
@@user-tb7rn1il3q yea I like the 1gre better for a truck and suv then the 2gr
Barcelona Red Metallic! The nicest looking truck on the road!
The voodoo blue though
The 7GR-FKS is a 3.5 L (3,456 cc) version. Bore and stroke is 94 mm × 83 mm (3.70 in × 3.27 in). This version features a D-4S combined injection system, and includes Dual VVT-i
I’m looking forward to my own, but that is at least six months away. Been wanting another 4wd truck, but too many want stupid money for it so I did my research and the Tacoma gets the nod. Go Taco!😊💖
I just bought a 3rd gen Tacoma with the 2GR, my prior truck was a 1st gen with the 5VZ. While the 2GR makes almost 100 more hp and 50 pounds more of torque, it doesn't feel as powerful unless you rev it past 4000 rpm. That's a mistake in a truck engine. You need the power down low for towing/plowing etc.
I should have bought a Ram 1500 with the 5.7. My brother has one and it has massive low rpm torque AND revs to make some great HP. His truck is fast, accleration off the line is impressive and it's a freak on the highway. What's ironic is the Ram with almost twice the displacement and much more weight to pull around is better on fuel than my truck.
Get Kd maxx pro tune or I'm sure other tunes will do the same but give you back the low end torque response can't understand why toyota didn't go with these type of tunes to begin with you'll even gain 1-2 mpg just depends how much weight you add on it.
False. Most people drive these daily at modern highway speeds. The powerband is perfect. If you must tow just push the pedal harder, plus you can tune it and tilt everything towards low end if you like.
@@calebmelton5989 Epic facepalm! You've obviously never towed anything, let alone up a hill or mountain lol. To say just push the pedal harder is pure ignorance on how torque and towing and engines work. Step into a 3.5L Ecoboost TT and you'll understand what power and torque is all about. Ford has been doing TT is trucks way before Toyota. The 2.7L is one of the most reliable TTs and a tank of an engine. It would out tow a Taco V6 with half of it. LOL.
I have this same truck. I like it! Hello to all my fellow Taco owners! 👋😁
I bought the the last of the best 22TRD off-road six cylinder good years lasted well. It was a good year. just put on Michelin‘s at 32,000 miles. I love this truck to death..
Nice color. Enjoy it. The engine is the same as my Lexus. Very reliable.
Thank you ! Love the red. Your Lexus has the 2gr-fks or the 2gr-Fe?
@@trdfenz3005 Newer Lexuses have the FKS. Older ones had the FSE I believe.
@@trdfenz3005this engine is the same one in the new highlander models my mother has one of those highlanders (2021) they have really good power when she put the gas pedal, this engine is one of the best moderns Toyota engines, I’ll keep my 19 tacoma for at least 20 more years. I LOVE IT!
Agree these things will last if taken care of ,traded in my 01 prerunner with 310k on it for a 23 trd of and i love it,had frame rust issues and only replaced radiator when plastic cracked and water pump everything else original parts, thing still ran like a champ 2.7l bullet proof🙂👍
Got my 23 tuned with OTT. Runs great.
2018 Trd sport. 2 wheel drive. Over the years driving it I like it more and more. I would like a older diesel for doing truck stuff. But. The Tacoma. Is my daily driver. And actually. It has great horsepower for daily driving. And drives like a car. Very comfortable. Great truck
I have the 2023 Limited NightShade Edition. The Engine is a Non-Turbo, Normally aspirated engine. It creates torque at higher Rpm's because it's a short stroker! With a Turbo, it would not be a gasoline sipper as it seems to be. I find it does the job beautifully! I don't mind having to push a little farther on the gas pedal, and listen to it wind up to higher Rpms. Mine will hold 80 mph and deliver me 20mpg on the flat roads no wind. get into hills, and the transmission has to compensate for the lack of torque at lower rpms. Because the torque converter can fully or partially unlock, it seems to shift more than necessary. It is really the torque converter unlocking fully then partially locking and then fully locking that is a little much. But I don't mind. Toyota builds the best transmissions in the world, so it doesn't worry me in the least.
LOL what utter BS! The best truck transmissions in the world throughout the last 20 years have been Ford, Toyota and Allison in that order. Toyota would never be able to compete in the 3/4 and 1 ton truck segment. Toyota sold ~ 120K Tundras in a year. Ford sold over 800K F150s LOL!! And the Tundra has had some bad recalls recently with total engine failures. Welcome to the big boy club Toyota! LOL.
I have a 2020 Taco w/ the 4 cyl and I tow a small boat from time to time with no issues.
The 2.7 is one of the best engines built in all of automotive history . It has good low end torque unlike the 3.5 v6
@@trdfenz3005 - So.. which would you recommend to buy? The V6 or the 4 cylinder? You should make a video on the 4 cylinder.
@@anthonygiordano3991 I can do a video on the 4cylinder I need to find one though lol. Maybe a rental company has one I can use. I’d get the v6 man. The 2gr-fks is a bulletproof engine as well. It’s a Toyota keep that in mind. The 2.7 is ancient! And will most likely be retiring in 2024.
@@trdfenz3005 - I was considering the 4 cylinder because it’s cheaper and I don’t off-road or tow. But I’m concerned that it will be a lack of power if I’m trying to pass on the highway etc. But, I do know the V6 is also a very reliable engine.
@@anthonygiordano3991 you can’t go wrong with either engine. The 4cylinder is deff under powered but inside the cabin there is a “etc(electronically controlled transmission” button that you can press and it changes the shift points of the trans and keeps it out of sixth gear makes the truck feel more sporty and gives it slightly more power . Look up the ect button it wakes the 4cyl up
its the same as in the last RX450H Lexus ? mine does not have D4S but Atkinson cycle in the old 450H ...its 2GR-FXE
I absolutely Love my 23 TRD Off Road double cab with the premium and technology pkgs and 6’ bed.
I’ve modified it a bit so I’m getting more horsepower, torque and mpg.
We normally keep our vehicles for 15-20 years, so at my age I’ll probably be dead in 20 years.
what mods for more hp?
Excellent review, good communication skills. I learned a few things That engine bay looks clean and not over crowded. Best of luck to you I hope you reach your goal and keep that car 20 years, smart money will say you know.
Thank you !
Its not the power....it's how the computer and transmission deliver the power.
Nice video....but Ford actually does have dual injectors to combat the DI only issue. Toyota and Ford swapped technology research as Toyota wanted the research Ford did on having both and Ford wanted Toyota's hybrid/battery research. However, as toyota always does the take the Inovator's tech and constantly improve on it making it better than what Ford has done it.
I told my teenage son that if he gets a free ride to college, I'll buy him a new truck. This is high on his list so I'm trying to educate myself now 🤣🤣
I hope your kid gets educated right...
Good insintive to study hard & excel l😊
Should have told him you'd buy a truck if he learned a trade. Then he'd actually have a real use for it. But Tacoma owners are the biggest posers around. Be it off-roading or thinking they are real "trucks" lol.
Love a man who loves his truck. I tried to keep my engine as stock as possible. Put on a larger throttle body and 3in exhaust which made a big boost in power. Installed a catch-can to keep valves clean. Try looking for an in-line FUEL FILTER on this truck!! Does your truck have one??????
Toyotas do not have in-line fuel filters. The filter is built into the gas tank and fuel pump in the tank
@@trdfenz3005 Just an FYI(not trying to be wise guy)All filters will get plugged at some point. It's $99 for a fuel filter, labor $200(they have to drop the tank and pull the fuel pump). They replaced my fuel pump under warranty, took 1/2hr. (not impossible but costly when you have to pay)
I can agree wirh some of the shifting issues, mine holds gears longer than needed or downshifts to soon , my guess is the computer is trying to get the best fuel economy
Is this the same engine Toyota puts in the Camrys v6 as well?
Some great points, thanks
The sticker for my 2022 tacoma says it has an ATF cooler … I’m confused as you’re saying they removed it?
Are you sure it says atf cooler and not oil cooler. The external atf cooler I can assure you is gone.
I'd recommend you get the SprintBooster for the lag in acceleration, it will change the feel of your truck immediately. You can review a video that RobMotive made when he put one on his 2021 SR5 4X2. I love mine!
The Sprint Booster and Pedal Commander is powered by the same circuit which powers the accel pedal. At certain times the Sprint-b or Pedal-c will draw more current than normal from the accel pedal circuit causing a drop in voltage. This angers the engine computer, retaliates by throwing the vehicle into LIMP MODE.(These after market devices work well until it pisses-off the computer).
Pedal commander wakes up the motor I’ve had mine for over a year no problems at all
@@corkys8286 Very happy your device works, when working it's great. I had mine on sport/sport+. This may put undue strain on the electronics. Use with caution.
@@wlew3499 thanks for the update this is the first I heard of the pedal commander messing up electronics I use mine on city sport is to aggressive for around town
Get a tune is better. No gear hunting and fueling and timing is better
Got exact same one! even rain guards lol mine is a 2023
My brother has the engine before this port injection, great top end, doesn't do much below 2000rpm. Me I have the Mitsubishi 3.8. Great bottom end, poor top end. Hats off to Toyota it's a jewel of an engine.
My 2020 has the aux tranny cooler. I think you’re right on the money.
I was a 2006 Tacoma owner with the 4.0 V6. I drove it 245,000 miles and it was basically trouble free. So I went to test a new Tacoma in 2018; went to the dealer and drove off the lot for a test drive. Went one block and made a U-Turn to return to the dealer. The salesman asked me why and I explained that the power sucked and the brakes were awful.
FYI, I'm a car person that has done racing development and engineering. The brakes on my 2006 were awful as well, but I had converted it to 4 wheel disk and the problem was solved. The 4.0 has more power and is far better for towing or just hauling a load.
After talking to a few owners of this truck, they tell me that the fuel economy is poor as well. I got an average of 20 MPG with my 2006, and they say they get about 19.5 to 20 with their 3.5 Liter. Why? Because to make any power with it you have to spin the thing 3,000 +++ RPM!
It is a well built and nice truck, but they really need to do something about the power and the brakes.
This is the reason I drive a 4Runner. The 3.5 is anemic and the 6 speed auto is unrefined. The 1GR 4.0 V6/5 speed auto is superior.
Call BS on your brakes evaluation. One block trip test drive wont tell you anything about braking down a steep grade. The brakes haven't changed. Why bother test driving if you know all this?
@@beexiong2995 Call BS all you want. I'm a person with over 50 years now of playing with cars. Restorations of old cool stuff as well as building full racing cars that have won series championships.
I just got out of 2006 Tacoma that I had updated the poor brakes on. I know what they felt like before I changed the brake system, and that is why I changed the brake system. I had also driven other Tacoma's with the same sucky brakes, but not the new model with the new 3.5 V6. In looking at the truck before driving it, it didn't look like the brakes had been updated, but to me the proof is in the driving. One block can tell me everything about a vehicle. This one told me the power curve was poor compared to the 4.0 V6 I just got out of, and the brakes were still poor.
Fact is, it was going down a long grade on US 101 in my Tacoma that told me I had to change the brake system. After I did, all was good. I learned on my test drive that they hadn't upgraded the brakes, and the new engine didn't have as much power as the older one. You said it yourself, they hadn't changed the brake system. FYI, I purchased a Chevy Colorado with the Duramax Diesel. Power is good, so is the fuel economy and the brakes are excellent. It also handles well also. However, I have to be honest... I can tell that the build quality of the Toyota is better than this Chevrolet.
Yea I’m always looking for my small/midsize trucks to be super fast like a race car and brake on a dime. It’s always a toss up between buying that new Ferrari or a new Tacoma. (Sarcasm). The 3.5l V6 is great and by all reports extremely reliable in the Tacoma and I love it. Just my opinion of course.
Love my '21 trd off-road with 6-speed manual in army green. The OEM battery is sh**. It will corrode terminals and cables and hold down bracket in record time. Use it as a core and replace it with AGM Battery. Odyssey, Optima, or an alternate brand, it will no longer be a threat to your electrical system.
Anyone having a timing chain cover oil leak? 2023 TRD Sport 2WD here with 2,200 miles and I've already got an oil leak.
I like your truck.
Noticed you are in automotive repair. Did you purchase any extended warranty?
No I didn’t
@@trdfenz3005 I didn’t either
I have a 2020 TRDOR and just changed the spark plugs on it. It might be easier regearing this thing than doing the spark plugs jfc
Yep, I can already tell the plugs are going to be a bitch.
Ford does have port injection and direct injection on the 3.5 ecoboost and 2.7 ecoboost from 2018 and up. Also the 2.0 ecoboost and 2.3 ecoboost now have direct injection and port injection as of 2023.
My Tacoma T R D 2017 I love my truck❤
Cool 😎 thanks for the update
Only problem with this engine is the tuning from the factory. I went with OV tune and it was the best thing I’ve ever did for that truck
Do you know if these 3.5 V6 engines have a timing belt or a timing chain?
Timing chain
I believe the main timing chain drives the two intake cam gear phasers and there is a small chain on each bank that goes from intake cam to exhaust cam to drive the exhaust cams.
Now I’m curious and will look it up in manual.
Needs the OV tune!
Great video
Where was it built, Mexico?
Yes. All tacomas currently are built in Mexico . They’ve been making tacomas in Mexico at the baja plant since the 2nd generation.
@@trdfenz3005 Thank you, I feel lucky I bought a Tundra.
@@tahoebum why do you feel lucky? The tacomas built in Mexico are built just as good if not better then the Texas built trucks. You have to realize all the plants follow the same build quality standards that Toyota puts into place. Mexican people are hard workers
@@trdfenz3005 They don't pay their workers shit. Totally screwed up for the hard working people of Mexico.
@@trdfenz3005 Recently they recalled 75k Tacomas because of bad welds all made in Mexico.
Why some time there is a knock noise?
@@georgesantiago6005 direct injection and engine cleaning cycle
@@trdfenz3005 Can I use the 5w30 engine oil. thanks
@@georgesantiago6005 yes but 0w-20 is recommended
I have a 21, plenty of power overall, but feel it’s a little down on torque. But I still enjoy it, just getting to 35k now
LOL It's a tiny truck of course it's going to feel like it has plenty of power. Try towing a small boat over hills or up a mountain. Torque is nonexistent in those things where you need it most. They are designed for off-roading and not towing.
At my age all I do is pee and 💩 but if you want the last of the good stuff this is it. Toyota went with the four cylinder turbo with all the pressure on the motor they won’t last this truck will be the last of the good ones👍
Have you heard of any transmission issues with the newer Tacoma's?
Zero mechanical issues. Some of the earlier models 16-17 had gear hunting issues but Toyota put out tsb bulletins for software updates that fixed how the transmission shifted. My 2022 shifts great. I’ve never heard of a transmission going bad on a 3rd gen tacoma
@@trdfenz3005 Thanks for the info.....my son is saving for a truck and I'm leading him toward mid-sized....between the Tacoma and the frontier Pro4x. Only thing I'm worried on the Frontier is they have now gong to a Direct Injection engine. As we keep vehicles for a long time I don't know how that will fare in the long run over 200K.
@@trdfenz3005 hey 1 more question....does the 2022 Tacoma still have drum brakes in the rear?
@@dalephillips8250 I would say the Nissan Frontier would be my second choice. You can’t beat a tacoma for long term ownership. The tacoma 3.5 v6 is dual injection port and direct injection so you’ll never have carbon build up problems it also has self cleaning direct fuel injector. You have a valid reason for concern with the Nissan engine being direct injected only.
@@dalephillips8250 yes it still has drum brakes. Keep in mind though they last a VERY long time before needing adjusting or replacement. I’ve heard never once seen a post about anyone on my tacoma Facebook groups of people replacing the rear shoes or having issues with them.
Great info ,Thanks
the reason we bought a '22 lexus is350
You bought it because the 2gr-fks? That’s a great car
I'll do a 1000 mile break in oil change soon.
Then every 6 months regardless of mileage.
@@trdfenz3005 It is a great car , we love it.
& it's built like a tank.
:)
@@keltheb that’s a good idea!
Is it enough for Tacoma? 300hp?
278hp 265 torque
It’s have turboo or not?
No turbo
On my one year anniversary of my 2023 v6 with 16000 miles I had to have the engine pulled out to replace the timing chain cover for leaking oil. 👎
direct and ported injectors works together at the same time , its not one or the other 😁
Incorrect from what I’ve read. Yes at times they are used together . You can actually hear the engine switch between direct and port injection . When the high pressure fuel pump and direct injectors are running the engine will be much louder. When it runs port injection it will be much quieter
@@trdfenz3005 no the hi pressure pump is a mechanical simple pump so it works all the time the engine is running , yes it make some noise all the time but the noise you heard probably came from another part
@@luiscardozo0000 I don’t know the ins and outs 100 percent but I can assure you the engine does not run all the time in direct injection mode. It cycles back and forth between direct and port and that is indeed the difference in sound.
I have this engine in my Camry TRD, watched the injector action on a D7. It goes Port, Direct, either…. I don’t remember seeing a both… BTW, my air box is on the opposite side as yours…
@@trdfenz3005agree with you, if you let it idle for about 5 mins port injection come in to to its job that is cleaning rings a pistons from possible carbon built due direct injection
Isn’t the 4 cylinder engine better because of the cast iron block? I think the “Car Care Nut” guy stated the V6 has several plastic parts that, over time, will most likely fail due to the constant exposure to high heat.
There’s a lot of 3rd gen 3.5 v6 out there with well over 200k miles. I highly doubt the plastic parts will be of any concern
It's fine dude. It's toyota.
❤MY🌮
Just like 2GR-FSE on Lexus IS350
Yes very similar engines
This engine got so much hate from the 4.0 fanboys and now they are quiet since the 3.5 is gone and replaced with a turbo 4. Wasn’t a fan of the 6 speed auto they put in this because it behaves weird after corners sometimes doing things like holding 2nd gear for much longer than it should
Agreed the transmission could better but the later years of the 3rd gen were much better. As for the engine it’s just as good if not better than the 4.0
Premature Passenger side exhaust valve failures.
Yeah that’s not a common problem at all considering the hundreds of thousands of these trucks built
It has more than enough. Unfortunately now these trucks are 4 cylinder single turbos. Weak small engines that need to rev high for uneven power
To loud, timing cover will leak and cost over $4500, my rear differential was replace 6 months after I purchase it took them over 5months to fix, transmissission problems.
What year was it? And you probably bought a rebuilt title one.
too bad the Germans do not build their engines as efficient and reliable
B58 from bmw, codeveloped with toyota for the supra. Has been very reliable.
My 2022 TRD OFF Rd just built in May has a tranny cooler.
Is it a auxiliary cooler located in front of the a/c condenser? That’s news to me. I’ve yet to see a 21 model year and newer have the trans cooler
@@trdfenz3005 It's a 3 tube black finned cooler behind the grill. I was not sure what it was for until I asked the Toyota dealer at a service appointment. He told me it was the trans cooler.
@@rndsommer40 is it at the bottom of of the truck? If it’s located at the bottom and it’s a black thin tube with fins on it that’s your power steering cooler
@@trdfenz3005 Okay that's exactly what it is im looking at. You know more than the service guy did.
@@rndsommer40 we still have transmission coolers on these trucks but they are built into the radiator .
They are under power but that's why they last so long !!
Good vehicle as long as not exposed to bitterly cold up North & soaked in layers of salt.
Salt destroys every vehicle . Why it’s important to wash your under carriage after driving in snow. Toyota has corrosion proofed the frame I believe in mid 17 model years. The front box section is sprayed with cavity wax and the holes are plugged. The open c frame has sealer on the welded joints of the frame to prevent rust between the layers
Actually both Ford and Nissan use a dual injection system.. lol😅
The new frontier is direct injected only if you are comparing trucks
Underpowered engine in my opinion. The Ranger's 2.3 Ecoboost is crazy powerful and with the 10 speed transmission makes for an unbelievable driving experience. Few people keep there vehicles for over 7 years. That being said resale value for these trucks is very good and they are very reliable.
The way truck prices are now, I'm hoping to keep my taco for a decade or more. Enjoy no car payment as long as possible.
The 2.3 is only better with torque. But it’s still a ford 🤷🏻♂️
@@m.687 Prices are stabilizing especially if you can pay cash as interest rates are going to 10%.
Thats funny how you said "RADIATOR". How do you say "RADIO"? Ha Ha
radd e oh
lol@3.4 twin turbo n gdi is gonna last
Electrical steering tents to fail.
Great standard engine. For the price though. Under powered.
Camry engine in a truck 😂
The worst engine ever made, engine has to be dropped out in order to replace the starter!!!!
No it doesn’t. My friend just put a starter in his 17 tacoma. Gotta unbolt the exhaust manifold to get the starter out
@@trdfenz3005 yes, you're right, you have to remove the manifold. luckily he got away with it. in some states, especially in the rust belt, bolts will break due to rust.
No discussion of what an Atkinson cycle is ... and you call the engine a "motor". Thumb down.
A lot of people call an engine a motor…. Maybe you should make your own video discussing the Atkinson cycle. Sounds like your one hell of a expert yourself about the 2gr-fks. Can’t see why you’d waste time watching my video. Thanks for your lovely comment
Atkinson is not exclusive to toyota. If you want to know more use the search function
Toyota Hilux for Asia built is much better than tacoma and 32 k $ fully loaded.