The new truck has more power, every reviewer said it is better than 3rd gen . Emission laws are forcing these engines. They are pushing for 2027 maverick competitor
One of the most honest reviews. I’m not feeling this Tacoma either. Just doesn’t stand out without a V6 and styling is not the best. I’m a Toyota guy but have been disappointed with them lately. I was considering a Tacoma actually am looking into a 2025 Nissan Frontier PRO4x.
You don't have to measure it when your knees hit the seat in front of you and your head touches the roof. I'm 6' and this truck's backseat is uncomfortable for me, whereas my 3G's isn't! On paper, it may measure larger; however, in the real world it does not feel it, which is what I convey in my review.
You’re wrong about the back. It has more room leg not much than the previous GEN. I don’t know what gen you’re talking about that had more room to get the family on it, but this one has more room than any other gen ??
On paper, it may measure larger; however, in the real world it does not feel it, which is what I convey in my review. I'm 6' and this truck's backseat is uncomfortable for me! My head touches the roof and my knees hit the seat in front of me, which are both issues I don't have in my third gen Tacoma!
Even if agreed with having a turbo 4, hybrid power, looks, I would not not buy this truck simply because back seat is too cramped. I don't have a truck even though I am thinking about a body frame SUV/truck as my next vehicle. Coming from a CX5, tiny leg room is simply uncomfortable to get in, sit, stretch the legs, or have a child seat in there.
If you're interested in a Tacoma and have been turned off by the 2024+, I'd suggest considering a third generation. They're a bit more old-school, but feel more practical. 2020+ offers CarPlay. I'm very happy with mine, but I upgraded from a second gen! You may also want to check out the new 4Runner when it finally hits lots, or even the new Land Cruiser if you have the means!
Toyota designed it for aesthetics but forgot about function. They widened the stance! Jetted out the fenders and fender flares and tapered them. So, there's no protection! The treads of the tires are exposed, and flings crap on the truck. The splash guards are tapered, too! In less than 100 miles, my rear painted fender flares got all chipped up, and it never left the pavement. They half-assed fixed it by touching them up, but it looked like sh*t. Come on, it was brand new! This was done 4Xs, BTW. Not to mention, I took the vehicle back to the dealership within the first 24 hours for other paint flaws. Which Toyota should have stepped up and put me in a new Tacoma. After 14 trips to the dealership and 3 trips to reputable paint shops. Who all said that's the worst paint job on a new vehicle they have ever seen. I Lemon Lawed it! TBH, I'm not too impressed with any of these new pickup trucks today. There's way too many plastic body parts! You open the hood, and there's plastic hose connections. Toyota's still using a hood prop-rod. The spare tire is one of those donut tires. My vehicle is a premium package, but the materials aren't that premium. Build quality and reliability got thrown out the window. Especially for the price they're asking for these vehicles. Trucks should have steel bumpers, IMHO. I just want my money back! I'll either lease one of these disposable vehicles. Or restore and restomod a classic that won't depreciate as fast. Also, you're probably better off getting the lower trims without all the tech, honestly. Might be better to just buy a full-sized truck, too.....
Sounds like PPF will be a necessity for these trucks! Did the truck not come with any sort of factory paint protection film for the area affected? I'd have done the same as you. Issues like that so early on are unacceptable!
Listen to yourselves you guys sound like a bunch of women, worrying about what it looks like. It’s a V4 turbo that says enough. it’s plastic crap, not a real truck not a 300,000 mile truck anyway. I do not recognize or acknowledge this vehicle as a truck. It’s a paper tiger. Enjoy your four-cylinder turbo girls. I’ll stick to the old Toyota trucks.
Look dude, when you're spending $55K on a truck, you're going to care what it looks like--people don't want to shell out to stare at an ugly car for the entirety of their ownership (CyberTruck owners excluded); and your criticism of the drivetrain is just an outdated take--It's a punchier and torquier power-plant than any previous Tacoma, and every other mid-size truck out there also runs an INLINE-4 turbo (it's not a "V4"). The Tacoma easily has the potential to last 300K, and if any of the I-4 turbo's out there can do it, Toyota's will be the one. It's also not even a new motor. Toyota and Lexus have both been using it in other vehicles for several years with great results. It's probably why they're sticking it in everything now. Everything from the 24 Tacoma to the new Land Cruiser and 4Runner will have it. They wouldn't do that if they weren't confident in it.
@@GrahamCain I have a 5th GEN 4Runner people ask me, why I don’t i clean my truck? I tell um, because it’s a truck!!! my dad and my granddad would be laughing at all of you, if there was still alive! Listen to yourselves!
Great review man! I agree with you -- the rear is way too similar to the Tundra.
I have the 24 TRD sport and it’s awesome
Going uphill is definitely a lot better than the 3rd gen. No more screaming at 4-5k rpm. I have 11k miles on mine so far and no issue.
The new truck has more power, every reviewer said it is better than 3rd gen . Emission laws are forcing these engines. They are pushing for 2027 maverick competitor
Downside is the back seat. So tight. Less room for legs. Otherwise great truck.
One of the most honest reviews. I’m not feeling this Tacoma either. Just doesn’t stand out without a V6 and styling is not the best. I’m a Toyota guy but have been disappointed with them lately. I was considering a Tacoma actually am looking into a 2025 Nissan Frontier PRO4x.
You did not measure the back seat room because it has more room than the 3gen.
You don't have to measure it when your knees hit the seat in front of you and your head touches the roof. I'm 6' and this truck's backseat is uncomfortable for me, whereas my 3G's isn't! On paper, it may measure larger; however, in the real world it does not feel it, which is what I convey in my review.
@GrahamCain I'm 6.3, and all is good
Everybody's built different so longer torso or longer legs. I agree it's small but not any smaller than the third gen
Is the hood shaking?
It did, yes! I can't believe I forgot to mention it in the review! It wasn't much, but it was definitely visible.
You’re wrong about the back. It has more room leg not much than the previous GEN. I don’t know what gen you’re talking about that had more room to get the family on it, but this one has more room than any other gen ??
On paper, it may measure larger; however, in the real world it does not feel it, which is what I convey in my review. I'm 6' and this truck's backseat is uncomfortable for me! My head touches the roof and my knees hit the seat in front of me, which are both issues I don't have in my third gen Tacoma!
Even if agreed with having a turbo 4, hybrid power, looks, I would not not buy this truck simply because back seat is too cramped. I don't have a truck even though I am thinking about a body frame SUV/truck as my next vehicle. Coming from a CX5, tiny leg room is simply uncomfortable to get in, sit, stretch the legs, or have a child seat in there.
If you're interested in a Tacoma and have been turned off by the 2024+, I'd suggest considering a third generation. They're a bit more old-school, but feel more practical. 2020+ offers CarPlay. I'm very happy with mine, but I upgraded from a second gen! You may also want to check out the new 4Runner when it finally hits lots, or even the new Land Cruiser if you have the means!
Toyota designed it for aesthetics but forgot about function. They widened the stance! Jetted out the fenders and fender flares and tapered them. So, there's no protection! The treads of the tires are exposed, and flings crap on the truck. The splash guards are tapered, too! In less than 100 miles, my rear painted fender flares got all chipped up, and it never left the pavement. They half-assed fixed it by touching them up, but it looked like sh*t. Come on, it was brand new! This was done 4Xs, BTW. Not to mention, I took the vehicle back to the dealership within the first 24 hours for other paint flaws. Which Toyota should have stepped up and put me in a new Tacoma. After 14 trips to the dealership and 3 trips to reputable paint shops. Who all said that's the worst paint job on a new vehicle they have ever seen. I Lemon Lawed it! TBH, I'm not too impressed with any of these new pickup trucks today. There's way too many plastic body parts! You open the hood, and there's plastic hose connections. Toyota's still using a hood prop-rod. The spare tire is one of those donut tires. My vehicle is a premium package, but the materials aren't that premium. Build quality and reliability got thrown out the window. Especially for the price they're asking for these vehicles. Trucks should have steel bumpers, IMHO. I just want my money back! I'll either lease one of these disposable vehicles. Or restore and restomod a classic that won't depreciate as fast. Also, you're probably better off getting the lower trims without all the tech, honestly. Might be better to just buy a full-sized truck, too.....
Sounds like PPF will be a necessity for these trucks! Did the truck not come with any sort of factory paint protection film for the area affected? I'd have done the same as you. Issues like that so early on are unacceptable!
Test drove one…..didn’t like it.🤷♂️😳
Fair enough! It's quite the departure from Taco's of the past!
I think gen 4 tacoma is not the best maybe the 5th gen will be better.
Listen to yourselves you guys sound like a bunch of women, worrying about what it looks like. It’s a V4 turbo that says enough. it’s plastic crap, not a real truck not a 300,000 mile truck anyway. I do not recognize or acknowledge this vehicle as a truck. It’s a paper tiger. Enjoy your four-cylinder turbo girls. I’ll stick to the old Toyota trucks.
I taught I was the only 1 hearing the wife's review😂😅
Look dude, when you're spending $55K on a truck, you're going to care what it looks like--people don't want to shell out to stare at an ugly car for the entirety of their ownership (CyberTruck owners excluded); and your criticism of the drivetrain is just an outdated take--It's a punchier and torquier power-plant than any previous Tacoma, and every other mid-size truck out there also runs an INLINE-4 turbo (it's not a "V4"). The Tacoma easily has the potential to last 300K, and if any of the I-4 turbo's out there can do it, Toyota's will be the one. It's also not even a new motor. Toyota and Lexus have both been using it in other vehicles for several years with great results. It's probably why they're sticking it in everything now. Everything from the 24 Tacoma to the new Land Cruiser and 4Runner will have it. They wouldn't do that if they weren't confident in it.
@@GrahamCain I have a 5th GEN 4Runner people ask me, why I don’t i clean my truck? I tell um, because it’s a truck!!! my dad and my granddad would be laughing at all of you, if there was still alive! Listen to yourselves!
@@Mithia work smarter so you can afford a brand new truck you clown
@@Mithia I wish I could understand what this comment is even supposed to mean...