2024 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4x4 First Drive! All-New Really Means All-New

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  • Seems like it was the Cretaceous period since there’s been an all-new Tacoma. Generation four is quite the evolution. It gets a choice of bed and cabin sizes, a fully-boxed frame, multi-link coil rear suspension on many models plus new i-FORCE turbocharged 4-cylinder engines.
    CORRECTION- the rear suspension isn't "independent", it's multi-link with coil springs and outboard
    mounted dampers. Sorry for the brain fart, the brain was thinking "multi-link" the hands were writing "independent". Oh, the days of having a copy editor...
    The segment’s 500-pound gorilla is a better truck in every way. But how does it stack up to Chevy Colorado, Ford Ranger, Honda Ridgeline, Jeep Gladiator, GMC Canyon, and Nissan Frontier? Tom Voelk travels to Malibu, CA to check out a Tacoma SR5 Double Cab 4x4 that retails for around $46,000.
    Note- these are pre-production truck and some of the finishes and trim were not finalized at this press launch.
    Tom attended a manufacturer sponsored event that provided travel, food and lodging. Opinions remain his and his alone.
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    About Tom: Tom Voelk is an award-winning automotive contributor to The New York Times. His podcast was the first to win an Emmy Award (and he's won for photography, editing, producing and reporting).
    00:00 Intro
    1:14 What We’re Driving
    1:48 Grade Walk
    2:24 SR5 Pricing
    3:00 Configurations
    3:47 Powertrains
    6:14 Towing And Payload
    6:27 Driving Dynamics
    9:08 Fuel Economy
    9:32 Chassis
    10:28 Interior
    12:13 Backseat
    13:10 Bed Features
    13:52 Red Light Green Light
    15:06 Summary
    16:23 Epilogue
    17:45 Before I Go
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  • @cancel.lgbtq.6892
    @cancel.lgbtq.6892 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +36

    I love that Toyota included free snow plow for Tacoma.

  • @teamracing6
    @teamracing6 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +42

    I'm old enough to remember when the SR-5 was top of the line.

    • @martin4749
      @martin4749 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      I still drive one. My 1985 SR5 was the fancy one. Complete with manual locks and windows. 😂

    • @vuetube4558
      @vuetube4558 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      No need to spend more than what you need a truck for. The upgrades are just not worth it!

    • @nom5205
      @nom5205 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@vuetube4558 -- Are you saying that all trucks are equal. ? What about value retention, reliability....or resale value ? Is the Toyota not ahead of the others...??

    • @davemeise2192
      @davemeise2192 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@martin4749 OMG you had an '85? I had an '84 SR5 4X4. Manual transmission and manual locks and windows too but with an almost Recarro level electric seat. I still think about that truck and how much I liked it.

  • @brutalbobbygump
    @brutalbobbygump 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    Still rocking my grandfather’s 1995 Tacoma

  • @mrk1075
    @mrk1075 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    The body on the new Tacoma has so many angles if it got in a wreck you wouldn’t notice. 😂

  • @DrivenCarReviews
    @DrivenCarReviews  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    CORRECTION- the rear suspension isn't "independent", it's multi-link with coil springs and outboard
    mounted dampers. Sorry for the brain fart, the brain was thinking "multi-link" the hands were writing "independent". Oh, the days of having a copy editor...

  • @COSolar6419
    @COSolar6419 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +43

    I had a basic 2003 4X4 SR5 Tacoma with the 4 cylinder engine, 5 speed manual, manual door locks and crank windows. Kept it for 17 years before replacing it with a 2020 Tacoma because I needed to tow a 3,000 lb trailer. As basic and under powered as it was, I still miss that 2003 version of the Tacoma.

    • @mikemulrennan7948
      @mikemulrennan7948 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      My 1993 I still have because it’s better

    • @moctezumaaleg2008
      @moctezumaaleg2008 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Have a 2002 I want to get a third gen but im definitly keeping my 2002.

    • @tommorgan1291
      @tommorgan1291 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Was any made in Japan?

    • @COSolar6419
      @COSolar6419 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tommorgan1291 I believe it was.

    • @westcoastplinkin6559
      @westcoastplinkin6559 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@COSolar6419 I have a 1993 Toyota Pickup, even older than yours. Manual transmission, the ticking 22RE, manual doors and windows. 306,000 miles currently and it still runs so smoothly. I just mainly use it for errands around town but it has a 7.5ft bed and has come in handy. They just don't make simple trucks anymore sadly. I love my Tacoma but I do wish it was an access cab instead of a double cab.

  • @georgesawtooth2214
    @georgesawtooth2214 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Seemed like yesterday when generation 3 came out! The flow of time is so mysterious that anymore it is Monday and then all of a sudden it's the next Monday!!!

  • @doziershaw9765
    @doziershaw9765 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +56

    $46k for a one up from base 4x4 is quite steep for what you get. It seems that all makers of mid size trucks feel free to jack the prices up because truck buyers seem willing to pay a premium to own a truck. SUVs seem to have a better value proposition because those buyers expect more value for less money

    • @K03sport
      @K03sport 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      ... and that's before dealer markup... because dealers mark up everything as if their market/business in enough stress

    • @robertom883
      @robertom883 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Ironically there’s people out there that buy these already OVERPRICED vehicles and they are not afraid to throw at them thousands of dollars more on modifications, unnecessary aftermarket upgrades and accessories. Figures.

    • @zackbongle9967
      @zackbongle9967 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Very happy I bought a fully loaded 2022 TRD OR 6MT for less than this thing OTD...

    • @chrisx5127
      @chrisx5127 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@K03sport Stop paiding dealer markup.

    • @chrisx5127
      @chrisx5127 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@zackbongle9967 Must be nice.

  • @BryceLovesTech
    @BryceLovesTech 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    Insane prices

    • @jeffhildreth9244
      @jeffhildreth9244 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Obscene gouging, it's made in Mexico with Mexican labor and operating cost.

  • @TerryOffDairy
    @TerryOffDairy 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

    Honestly, for around $45k for an SR5 Tacoma, I might as well save up a little more and get the Land Cruiser 1958 for around $55k

    • @rascalmatt6713
      @rascalmatt6713 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah... if you've got a family especially.

    • @danantitrump3206
      @danantitrump3206 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      that will work awesome for hauling a cut down tree or filthy nasty garbage to the dump or a new fridge home. NOT THE SAME truck vs SUV

    • @cageordie
      @cageordie 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@danantitrump3206The SR5 Tundra can be had for under $50k and will do a better job of hauling a dead tree. You might have to drive it 1,000 miles to get it home, but too me it's worth it.

    • @ruthnoya8424
      @ruthnoya8424 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@danantitrump3206
      That's why you buy a cheap little trailer for the few times you need to carry dirty or oversized shit...which easily applies to 95% of taco owners like my brother. He should've bought a made in Japan 4runner with the old 4.0L V6 over his 21 taco TRD pro- even he admits it he hates the engine trans combo and the tight interior space and the fact he only uses the bed once every few months.

    • @westcoastplinkin6559
      @westcoastplinkin6559 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ruthnoya8424 Nah, I use the bed of my Tacoma daily so definitely can't do a 4runner. Plus, owning a trailer is a hassle, you need space to store it and hooking it on and off. No thanks, I prefer just to throw everything in the bed and be done with it. I went to the recycling plant and all my cans in bags were leaking disgusting fluid. Imagine carrying that in a 4runner lol. I just hosed the back of the bed and that was that.

  • @Bobby_86415
    @Bobby_86415 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Pros - Exterior design looks nice, Cons - All digital gauges, lower air dam looks ridiculous, 4cyl turbo/ hybrid 8sp transmission will be less reliable and expensive for (Long term) users. I honestly feel Toyota is jumping on the band wagon for cheap thrills tech for the new generation of drivers and the new era of disposal vehicle's where nothing last for 10yrs now which is sad because they were the pioneers for long lasting reliable cars. People also need to be more vocal on car channels to be pushing back on things we don't want or we will be having crap going forward. The manufactures do look at comments to see what people think, for how much vehicle's cost now we do not need them telling us what we think we would like versus what we want.

  • @eloneatmyshorts
    @eloneatmyshorts 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    I like that they didn’t go overboard with the chunky body styling as seen with their new designs. It look proportionally correct vs the new Tundra and LC.

    • @jimmycline4778
      @jimmycline4778 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The new Tundra looks 100% better than the previous gen!

    • @eloneatmyshorts
      @eloneatmyshorts 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@jimmycline4778 not to my eyes. Unnecessary boxy loaded up front end makes it look disproportionate to rest of body.

  • @EchoSigma6
    @EchoSigma6 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Nice truck, can’t wait to get the TRD Pro model so I can get my Starbucks coffee on the way to the big box store.

  • @chrisjmiller6
    @chrisjmiller6 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +109

    Better tech, better drivetrain, but at nearly $50,000 with tax and fees......there are probably better options. And we're a Toyota family.

    • @jimmycline4778
      @jimmycline4778 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      Plus zero to 60 in 8 seconds , I’m glad I didn’t wait and buy this truck, my Colorado Trail Boss does zero to 60 in 6s plus I got the 430# torque calibration!

    • @amirtz3342
      @amirtz3342 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      What are the better options?

    • @jimwhitsett4736
      @jimwhitsett4736 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      Need the Toyota Stout p.u.
      Smaller is better.

    • @jameskocks4734
      @jameskocks4734 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      I’d rather buy an old gx 470 or lx and fix it up. It’s old and dated but worthy. Bad gas mileage unfortunately.

    • @mrk1075
      @mrk1075 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      The body on the new Tacoma has so many angles if it got in a wreck you wouldn’t notice. 😂

  • @vuetube4558
    @vuetube4558 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Still driving a 2008 sr5 sport with 212k. The engine is flawless...no leaks whatsoever!
    Think im going to wait for a couple years before i think about shelling out $50k for a truck.

    • @RevRumble_
      @RevRumble_ 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You going to pay cash? 😂

  • @wildbill6366
    @wildbill6366 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Back in 2005 I bought a Tacoma SR5 pre-runner with some options for $24k cash.. kept it for 11 years had a few problems but it was a great truck. Now the prices are just over the top.. I love Toyotas but I'll wait till all the heat wears out and the dealer start offering some incentives but I think there are better choices out there even on the used market.. and I have a background in dealerships..

    • @freed14760
      @freed14760 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Nissan frontier $35000 or less.

  • @jesdadotcom
    @jesdadotcom 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Another great video from Tom! Surprisingly nice and well equipped as a base truck.

  • @michaelsylvester7272
    @michaelsylvester7272 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Tom,
    Thanks for the review looking forward to seeing more of the new Tacoma.

  • @jacobyo99
    @jacobyo99 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    The price for this truck is absolutely insane. I would buy a Colorado in a heartbeat

    • @paulm6481
      @paulm6481 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Said no one ever 🤷

    • @jpyeatt9696
      @jpyeatt9696 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@paulm6481He said it.

    • @psynurse
      @psynurse 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I have diesel Colorado... What a nightmare. Been in shop so many times

    • @paulm6481
      @paulm6481 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      @@psynurse I have a 2022 Tacoma TRD sport 4x4. 38,000 miles and nothing has gone wrong with it. It is not fast, and ride is not caddy soft. But if you need a small truck that is reliable and gets the job done every day, I 100% recommend it.

    • @jacobyo99
      @jacobyo99 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@psynurse never said I’d buy one out of warranty lol

  • @dcl97
    @dcl97 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    The new Ranger is also available with the 2.7 V6, it's just late availability.

  • @JohnDoe-wy2py
    @JohnDoe-wy2py 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    While the Toyota turbo 4 cylinder will probably be more reliable than most turbo 4-cylinders, I doubt it will be as reliable as the 6 cylinder that has been used for the last century. No doubt the new 4Runner will have the turbo 4 cylinder as well. In the 4Runner's case updating the automatic transmission to an 8-spd automatic would have made close to the same mileage gains as switching to the 4 cylinder turbo. Yes, I know the turbo 4 makes more power, but it has to be spooled up to realize that power. I wish they had kept the 6 cylinder as a no-cost option or made the turbo 4 an extra cost option and kept the price of the truck down seeing as how it seems to have increased by $4000.

  • @TandyTerrison
    @TandyTerrison 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    The back seat configuration is a huge downgrade from the previous gen. Being able to fold the back seats down for a flat loading area was really useful.

    • @bohnnco
      @bohnnco 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Huge downgrade for sure. My dog says hard pass.

  • @LivingInAnInverseReality
    @LivingInAnInverseReality 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Screw all these new car prices! Everyone needs to boycott new cars until manufacturers start to drop prices. Ridiculous

  • @planrbob
    @planrbob 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks Tom! I’ve been a fan of your videos since you were on King5 and Apple iTunes video podcasts. Excellent content and videography.
    Back in the day, I asked for your advice on a sporty ride as I was switching from my 2002 Tacoma TRD - eventually got a 2013 Porsche Boxster S. Nowadays, thinking about switching from the Boxster back to the new Tacoma. What goes around comes around?
    Thanks to you and your family and friends who help you with Driven!!

  • @officialyasir
    @officialyasir 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great review as always, thanks!

  • @Mike-cu6gk
    @Mike-cu6gk 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    I definitely like the transmission with more gears and the dashboard, plus the overall design. Toyota dropped the ball on rear interior space and rear storage, something that is needed for a small truck, because certain things people don’t want to put in the bed.

  • @desimo147
    @desimo147 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    So this lower end trim model was at $46,000 with options. That tells me that mid-trim levels will be in the $50's, with your high end trim models running up to $60 or $65k. And will the dealers tack on another $5k? I wouldn't be surprised if they do. They'll still sell a bunch due to the fancy new styling, reputation for durability and host of other improvements. But, for the price they are asking you can get a nicely optioned full size truck, which I think is what I'd do. Once the hoopla dies down from this being a complete redesign, the prices will drop a fair amount I'm predicting. In the meantime, Toyota will take advantage of those who must have the latest truck right now.

    • @270eman
      @270eman 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      My 23 4wd v6 is 18city/22highway/20 combined. The 24 gas tacoma is 18/city/23 highway/20 combined. They are selling you less of a truck for more money and you don't even save anything on gas. Not to mention they probably are saving a ton on manufacturing costs making 4 cylinders over a v6 and clearly they are not passing that savings on to you. Glad I got the 23 SR5 V6 for sure.

  • @MrDa89soup
    @MrDa89soup 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Love the Tacoma and Toyota! With that said I am done buying new pricing is just to stupid at this point. We have bought new for the last 20 years every few years. No more! I wanted to trade our 2021 Armada for the new Sequoia until I found out a comparable Sequoia to our Armada was $80K.

    • @paulm6481
      @paulm6481 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah with interest rates they want $1,000 monthly, who can afford that?

    • @TexasCorgiGun
      @TexasCorgiGun 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@paulm6481 You would be surprised. There are a lot of people out there who can afford that, not me 😂 Lol

    • @jamesosekowsky8303
      @jamesosekowsky8303 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Become a good American....go into debt and live off your credit card.

  • @TheDavidGoldmanphoto
    @TheDavidGoldmanphoto 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Super clear and helpful (as always) bummed they got ride of the "access cab" opening rear doors.

    • @jamesosekowsky8303
      @jamesosekowsky8303 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      But you still have a console that's as useful as teats on a bull!

  • @bikerbeliever8169
    @bikerbeliever8169 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Im glad i got the 23 colorado trail boss for around $40k when it came out with options. It is just better performing and more capable, the tech is just as good also. 12k miles in love the colorado. I had high hopes for the tacoma but my goodness the price is out of this world for the performance and capabaility.

    • @mickeywhite7878
      @mickeywhite7878 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      But you won’t get the resale value with the Colorado(which I like, btw) that you will with the Tacoma

    • @marklihsu
      @marklihsu 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@mickeywhite7878you pay more up front with the taco so yeah you will get more when you sell all else being equal. Resale argument is for people who haven’t done the math. The money you save will surpass resale on a Toyota.

  • @kevinremsen5627
    @kevinremsen5627 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    I had a 2012 and had to trade it in because of the seating position. It kiled my back. This looks much more ergonomic from a seating perspective. 😊

    • @aaronwalsh8469
      @aaronwalsh8469 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      It was for small people. Used to work with an Asian lady years ago that drove a Tacoma. She was like 4 foot 5.

    • @vuetube4558
      @vuetube4558 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I know the feeling! I hated the seating the MOST!!!

    • @westcoastplinkin6559
      @westcoastplinkin6559 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@aaronwalsh8469 My Uncle is 6'4" and dailys a 2010 base Tacoma lol.

  • @tnglator
    @tnglator 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    After owning the last three generations of the tacoma, im going with the canyon

    • @DrivenCarReviews
      @DrivenCarReviews  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      FWIW I rather like the Canyon.

  • @SubStandardPoker
    @SubStandardPoker 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Another great review!

  • @Billbeheler89
    @Billbeheler89 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    They really stepped up the game for this generation. They finally have competition and it shows with all the trims and options. Great Review sir

    • @aaronwalsh8469
      @aaronwalsh8469 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Cool truck like 5 years ago

    • @TheJoncic
      @TheJoncic 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@aaronwalsh8469that's been toyota's way for decades.

  • @THEBIGCHULETA
    @THEBIGCHULETA 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    3rd gen Tacoma was the best one on the road. Loose the 4 cylinder turbo and bring back the 6 cylinder with a 9 speed transmission and I’m sold. Turbos=more maintenance
    Also bring back a regular cab sr with manual transmission work truck.

    • @is6566
      @is6566 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I am with you but it’s not gonna happen.

  • @johnwhitneykokalis9990
    @johnwhitneykokalis9990 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Ill keep my 2023 Canyon. So far it is awesomely maneuverable, extreamly high torque at 430 ft lbs. Average milage 20, and very nice American styling. Love the Taco, very nice truck with a good reliability track record. Buy what YOU LIKE, not what people tell you to buy. Don't be pressured by blow hards and its your money and your choice. After all this is America.

    • @stefanovichmichael9686
      @stefanovichmichael9686 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      The tacoma has and will outlast that gm by a long shot,and have better resale as well

    • @westcoastplinkin6559
      @westcoastplinkin6559 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Too much tech. If a software update can render a vehicle inoperable, I wouldn't trust it in the long run. Tacoma will not be killed by a failed software update.

    • @johnwhitneykokalis9990
      @johnwhitneykokalis9990 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@westcoastplinkin6559 software happens when a company, ANY AUTO COMPANY, makes a contract deal with the software supplier who pledges to supply a defect free product to an auto company. This situation can happen to any company and I don't hold GM totally responsible for getting a raw deal on defective software, but once a problem is identified, I expect GM to put legal pressure on the supplier to fix the issues. Also this issue seemed to only happen in states with draconian emissions policies. Also this problem has been resolved for about 4 or 6 monthes now and is a dead horse.

  • @Pound_Shift
    @Pound_Shift 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I guess it’s ok if you need a half a sheet of plywood 😂

  • @patrickmckowen2999
    @patrickmckowen2999 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good review 👍

  • @choppythechimp1567
    @choppythechimp1567 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I just bought a brand new 2023 v6 sr5 4dr for 36k. 6th gen Tacomas are legend.

  • @greggb681
    @greggb681 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Independent rear suspension?! Tom, that is a solid rear axle with coil springs

  • @georgeg.7124
    @georgeg.7124 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice review.

  • @tenofdiamonds6440
    @tenofdiamonds6440 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Saw this truck at the Seattle Auto Show. It looked great! Would have been nice if they would have at least let us sit in it, though.

    • @DrivenCarReviews
      @DrivenCarReviews  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      It had the shiny pre-production plastic, that's why. It really doesn't look very good.

  • @industryrule-4080
    @industryrule-4080 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    The new Tacomas are like the size of an F-150 from a few generations back.

  • @TB-dj8kl
    @TB-dj8kl 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    This sr5 truck crew cab long bed with no extra options will be good enough for me, everything costs to much as it is today. Just want a modern basic truck. I hope this truck will be reliable because there aren't many reliable options out there.

  • @jeffhildreth9244
    @jeffhildreth9244 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the review, excellent.
    We recently road tested the last of the 23 Tacomas... held off to see the new Tacoma.
    Given the obscene price increase, I am on the fence.
    I have a 2016 Tundra.. meh.. I prefer my 1971 International; that is a TRUCK.
    My 2000 4 Runner stick shift is bullet proof.
    My great grandfather emigrated from Austria to Tacoma in 1883.
    Our family has been there since.

    • @DrivenCarReviews
      @DrivenCarReviews  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're not alone. Have you checked out the competition? You really should.

    • @jeffhildreth9244
      @jeffhildreth9244 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@DrivenCarReviews I am not a fan of Detroit Iron largely built by uncaring, grossly overpaid union g - - n s .
      Resale is poor, quality standards not in evidence.
      I'll go look but not excited to do so.
      I was in the car biz for 25 years.. 11 years retail including Service MGR of a Mazda/Honda dealership., Parts and Service Director of a 5 dealership conglomerate to include Toyota, 2 Nissan stores, Honda and gag me, Buick. Most of my years at a Rolls, Bentley, Jag, Aston Martin, MG, Lotus, Healy, Morris, Mini Cooper, Jensen , De Tomaso, dealership. 14 years as a factory field rep and Mgmnt Training manager for 3 Hi Line Euro car makers.
      The business is no longer what it was and the cars are rolling cup holders.

  • @420
    @420 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    15:53 - this is all I've been looking to find out. Did they fix the cabin noise! Thanks.

  • @ohioguy4326
    @ohioguy4326 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It seems to be a nice improvement. It is not independent rear suspension by the way, it has coils with a live axle.

  • @rv3789
    @rv3789 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Best truck and reliable I'm my opinion 😊

  • @randyihle4652
    @randyihle4652 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    And will it have the same problems as Tundra with the turbos ( random ) among others. 168k recalls with Tundra.

  • @Sheepleton
    @Sheepleton 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    $46k for a Mexican built SR5? It's gotten to the point where it's cheaper to just rent a freaking truck a couple times a year. I give up.

    • @atg1338
      @atg1338 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      😭😭😭😭😭

    • @moctezumaaleg2008
      @moctezumaaleg2008 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      They have been built in Mexico for a while.

  • @MeliorIlle
    @MeliorIlle 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Thanks for not forgetting about the Frontier/Gladiator, a lot of reviewers are, almost like they have an agenda/bias. The Frontier is the only truck that is comparable to this as far as cab options and be lengths go.

  • @ed-ou812
    @ed-ou812 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have always bought Toyota Tacomas to drive them in the ground. I won't be switching any time soon.

  • @melissasmess2773
    @melissasmess2773 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I think I will replace The head gasket on my 96 Tacoma LX and keep it, I only paid about $2,500 for it broken about 5 years ago.😂

  • @jonathonalsop2120
    @jonathonalsop2120 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Happy Tacoma Day.

  • @philcurtis314
    @philcurtis314 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you fit a sheet of plywood between the wheel wells?

  • @wa11pon33
    @wa11pon33 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    This Tacoma is super nice, but as someone who just bought a 21 TRD Off Road with manual over the summer, I’m more than happy with that. I’m sure this Taco is comfier and more refined but I love the look and feel of the 3rd gen and I trust the long term reliability of the V6 over a turbo 4 cylinder. But maybe one day I’d upgrade to this one

    • @westcoastplinkin6559
      @westcoastplinkin6559 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      3rd gen has a unique Tacoma look. 4th gen is simply a mini Tundra.

  • @tburt50_
    @tburt50_ 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looks great, but I'm still not ready to depart with my 2006 TRD Offroad.

  • @jamesosekowsky8303
    @jamesosekowsky8303 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Two door should have bench front seats, room for three. Small concern until you need it. With a KD tune on v6 I get the same mpg as new 4 cyl. Sound deadening added? Tacomas sell because there are no other choices

  • @KnowTheNewOfficial
    @KnowTheNewOfficial 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    If possible please make a video with the 2023 or 2024 Mazda CX-8 2.2L Diesel Engine Variant.

  • @not_listening2792
    @not_listening2792 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have a 2004 Tacoma. These new trucks seem more like a full size truck to me. I look at a double cab with six foot bed in the parking lot and it doesn't even fit in the parking space. It seems you can only buy full size or over size trucks. I think the next car I buy will be a SUV with some towing capacity. Rent a trailer when I need to.

  • @readyplayer2
    @readyplayer2 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    It was fun to run into you at Costco yesterday, Tom. Hope you were able to find a wreath that met your wife's criteria! I meant to ask you what vehicle you were in the process of reviewing; can you spill the beans or are you under embargo?

    • @DrivenCarReviews
      @DrivenCarReviews  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Wreath secured and approved. And I was filling up a Volvo C40 Recharge that will happen in the next few weeks. Glad you said hi!

  • @mikemiller209
    @mikemiller209 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Did they get rid of the hood shaking at top speeds

  • @johnstaufferredraven2073
    @johnstaufferredraven2073 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I'll keep my Ridgeline, thank you. Nice upgrades though.

    • @atg1338
      @atg1338 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Ridgeline 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @billw8476
      @billw8476 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ridgeline is not really a truck@@atg1338

    • @offroad-adventure
      @offroad-adventure 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@atg1338 Nothing wrong with the Ridgeline.

    • @atg1338
      @atg1338 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@offroad-adventure if you want an suv with a bed i guess it's not. But it's definitely not a truck!

  • @shawnure6707
    @shawnure6707 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Yeah this is really cool and all but, I want the new 10g hilux that's illegal here because of corruption.

  • @MoY206
    @MoY206 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I wish they would make a plug in for sll there models

  • @Boobtube.
    @Boobtube. 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    @11:04 is that what it will look like after 2 months of use? All scratched up

  • @mrlafayette1964
    @mrlafayette1964 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Seems they've listened to our complaints, even if I do buy I'll keep my 02 that's approaching 500k.With the mileage who would want it but it still performs fine.

  • @ChristopherWalkenPUA
    @ChristopherWalkenPUA 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Remember when NAFTA was passed and they told us it would keep prices low? 🤣

    • @DrivenCarReviews
      @DrivenCarReviews  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Toyota sets the pricing. Just saying.

    • @moctezumaaleg2008
      @moctezumaaleg2008 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah and it destroyed Mexican farming industry causing mass migration also caused a war in Mexico day after it was signed.

  • @stre622
    @stre622 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Tacoma the best!And than there's the rest!

  • @oakoso26
    @oakoso26 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Sweet. I hope the engine and trans hold up when I get a used one with 150k on it in 2030 something lol

  • @RumblestripDotNet
    @RumblestripDotNet 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Did Brian step in for Evil Twin to check back seat room? 🤣

    • @DrivenCarReviews
      @DrivenCarReviews  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Brian was busy. Everyone wants Brian for a back seat tester.

    • @RumblestripDotNet
      @RumblestripDotNet 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@DrivenCarReviews Just like they want Jill for the trunk test.

    • @DrivenCarReviews
      @DrivenCarReviews  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@RumblestripDotNet Love Jill, setting a bad example for kids everywhere.

  • @ak1ranger
    @ak1ranger 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    LOL, I think anything is better than the cabin of the Nissan Frontier....talk about Jurasic even on the new model!

  • @ned8249
    @ned8249 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love Herb Albert. 📯

    • @DrivenCarReviews
      @DrivenCarReviews  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Class act. Was a fun night. The Pantages theatre is a great venue.

  • @jeffreyfurtado3681
    @jeffreyfurtado3681 หลายเดือนก่อน

    $40,000 is what $30,000 dollars used to be before COVID 19.

  • @cvillalobos27
    @cvillalobos27 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    La estrella @AlVasquez haciendo un cameo 5:08

  • @westhavenor9513
    @westhavenor9513 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Tacoma really has improved since I moved to the PNW 20 years ago. It used to be known as the suicide capital of America. Love the McMenamin's Elks Temple Hotel and restaurant. Glad they saved this beautiful structure.

    • @DrivenCarReviews
      @DrivenCarReviews  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      And homes are more affordable there. I have friends that have moved because of that.

    • @skysteppes1017
      @skysteppes1017 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The aroma of Tacoma is gone but it it is looking more like a Detroit Ghetto every day

    • @westhavenor9513
      @westhavenor9513 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@skysteppes1017 I hadn't noticed that myself, but I'm from Portland so I could be desensitized a bit ;)

  • @MrHand-ih4sz
    @MrHand-ih4sz 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yikes!! That front air dam!!

  • @jjpac2011
    @jjpac2011 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    going from 6 to 4 cylinder means the engine needs to work harder, with unknown longevity of the turbo. this change sure wasn't to get better mpg. what is it? 1 mpg? I'll stay with my 2010 tacoma but seriously considering a trd sport 2023.

  • @at1970
    @at1970 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Any idea whether shells from previous gens will fit on this trucks bed?

  • @TomCook1993
    @TomCook1993 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Can’t say I’ve ever used a back-of-the-seat-pocket when I’m in the back seat.

    • @DrivenCarReviews
      @DrivenCarReviews  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Do you have kids? Mine used them all the time.

  • @MechShark
    @MechShark 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The SofTex leather package on an OR/Sport is *$8,900* dollars now 😂

  • @jmpattillo
    @jmpattillo 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I wish someone would explain what is different about the base SR that makes it’s towing capacity so much less. Even the detuned engine has way more horsepower than the previous generation base model (which also maxed out at 3500).

    • @chuckwalla2967
      @chuckwalla2967 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Probably lacks the transmission cooler. Also maybe not enough low end torque for pulling.

    • @mad-meh2719
      @mad-meh2719 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      The head engineer did mention that for the manual they had to lower the horsepower because of crankshaft hammering in the higher rpms. There were other options but that would have added more cost.

  • @freed14760
    @freed14760 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I watch 10 other reviews. Your the only 1 that mentioned limited n AWD. Sr trim lower HP & Torque. But I haven’t watched Alex yet. He might..

    • @DrivenCarReviews
      @DrivenCarReviews  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      If anyone would it would be Alex

  • @wrxjockey
    @wrxjockey 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It doesn’t have an independent rear suspension. It a solid axel with leaf springs or coils.

  • @BHUFF
    @BHUFF 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Read they already have a TRD lift kit available

  • @loveydovey4u
    @loveydovey4u 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How is that 7' guy goin to fit in it?

  • @toronado455
    @toronado455 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    To me, that base SR is the only one that seems like a real truck. Too bad you can't get the coil springs in that trim.

    • @DrivenCarReviews
      @DrivenCarReviews  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      SR5 isn't far off. It's a real truck.

    • @danielrn133
      @danielrn133 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Define "real truck".

    • @toronado455
      @toronado455 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@danielrn133 LOL just something that gives me the vibe of a truck and not a piece of jewelry.

    • @is6566
      @is6566 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @toronado… Real man doesn’t complain about the lack of coil springs but wants a leaf spring and kidney shaking, tooth filling removing washboard driving experience. 😃 I drive on a washboard road at least once a week just for the sake of it because otherwise I feel I have low T developing. 😆

    • @toronado455
      @toronado455 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@is6566 I do want comfort. I just have a different idea of what comfort is. It's not chrome and glitz and glamour. I want functional every day usefulness. I don't want the involuntary tooth filling extractions. I want the most compliant possible suspension. I don't want 27" touchscreens with wireless connectivity. 😂 I don't want heated and cooled seats. I want easy to clean seats. 😊

  • @maxoblivion
    @maxoblivion 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Excellent review with useful info. Been driving a Ranger for 22 years and was going to get another one but Ford's quality issues make me hesitant. Still comparing the two before a decision. 🤡

    • @markcole6475
      @markcole6475 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      The more gizmos and technology put into all these new vehicles leaves breakage and reliability even more troublesome…..not just Ford but ALL manufactures experience this!

    • @maxoblivion
      @maxoblivion 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@markcole6475True. How many of the bells and whistles will still be working after 5 years? It'll cost an arm and a leg to fix or replace it. 🧐

    • @markcole6475
      @markcole6475 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@maxoblivion I’ve always noticed that many of the vehicles still on the road are some of the most basic models with little technology….or proven technology……I’ve seen very high end vehicles sell for dirty cheap because it needs a $2500 instrument cluster replaced less than 10 years old and well under 100k miles. (Just an example)

  • @indianabass
    @indianabass 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Come on Toyota. Give us a truck for $20,000 or less. We don't need novelties like pop-out speakers. One of your biggest customer demographics grew up with basic vehicles, we can still embrace that in 2024.

    • @DrivenCarReviews
      @DrivenCarReviews  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No one makes a $20,000 truck. Especially Toyota.

  • @gregjones1867
    @gregjones1867 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Toyota has the coolest name for an essential level vehicle with SR5.

  • @mitchellkasdin1899
    @mitchellkasdin1899 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Herb Albert? Most of your audience has no idea. I was going to mention that it dates you. Then I remembered I have his vinyl record in my collection. 😅

    • @DrivenCarReviews
      @DrivenCarReviews  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Right? He's a legend. My son produces EDM. He thinks Herb Alpert is awesome. But he didn't know that Alpert is the A in A&M Records.

  • @ShakespeareCafe
    @ShakespeareCafe 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It starts at $50,000 with tax, registration, licensing, and a full tank of $5 gallon gas. Scotty said don't buy

  • @korybeene3035
    @korybeene3035 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If ur complaining abt price…that’s just what new trucks cost today.

  • @devildog5354
    @devildog5354 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Herb Alpert is 88 now; can he still produce sound out of a trumpet (laughing)?

  • @abgh2204
    @abgh2204 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Can someone please tell me does the sr double cabs / 4x4; does it come with spring coil suspension or leaf ?

    • @is6566
      @is6566 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Every SR is leaf.

    • @abgh2204
      @abgh2204 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@is6566 thank you

  • @cageordie
    @cageordie 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am seeing Tundra SR5 4x4 3.4 v6 for under $50k. Why do some of these still have cart springs? The sell for my family would be the manual transmission, but that limits other options, like trim, cab, and bed length. At least they aren't only offering manual with the lowest trim and features. Manual transmission was driven out of the mainstream by locking out other features, like a decent radio, or A/C, or CD player. I'd always rather chew my own food, as it were.

  • @LogicAndReason2025
    @LogicAndReason2025 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I got a chuckle at how Nissan tried to make their new Frontier look more like the Taco. The fact is, Toyota sells more, because it is more reliable, not so much looks. I only bought a 2019 Frontier because it was on sale for 25k, and it is just a second vehicles that doesn't get a lot of miles. Lower price and looks where the only advantages Frontier had. Now that the Taco looks even better than previous years, Nissan is going to have to sell cheaper than they expect..

  • @johntorrington2672
    @johntorrington2672 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Assembled in Mexico vs Frontier assembled in the US. I choose Nissan now.

  • @paulf8224
    @paulf8224 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Does the 2024 Tacoma have “automatic start/stop”?

    • @DrivenCarReviews
      @DrivenCarReviews  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Didn't experience it, thinking not

  • @randyklaus3615
    @randyklaus3615 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    There is no way I would ever get a Tacoma with a 4 cylinder I love my Tacoma 2005 with a real V6 HELL YA. And Turbos only last about 100 thousand miles and yes, I will knock it even if I try it
    and the rear bumper with the drop-down tow hitch I dont like that I hope they put rear disk brake on it but that wont matter to me now that it has a 4 cylinder not all changers are good ones, I wont a V6 with turbos?????? or not??????? Sad Days for us Tacoma lovers :( :( you take so much wait of the bed that you will have even more problems sliding around when it rains or is wet or Snowy out not to happy with this new Tacoma, I guess my 2005 Tacoma will be my last