Debunking the Myths: Why the 2024 Toyota Tacoma Deserves More Respect
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 ก.ค. 2024
- In this video, I take my 2024 Toyota Tacoma for a drive and address some of the unfair criticisms circulating on TH-cam. Many TH-camrs have been creating negative content about the 2024 Tacoma, focusing on three main areas: claims that sales are horrible and the truck is a flop, predictions of future reliability issues, and highlighting isolated problems caught on video. I believe these videos are often generated for clicks rather than providing an accurate representation of this incredible truck.
Join me as I debunk these myths and share my firsthand experiences with the 2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road in manual transmission. Discover why the Tacoma remains a top choice for truck enthusiasts and how features like the Safety Sense 3.0 suite enhance its drivability and safety. We'll delve into the facts and separate sensationalism from reality to give you a comprehensive, unbiased review.
If you're considering buying a 2024 Toyota Tacoma or simply want to learn more about its capabilities and features, this video is for you. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth truck reviews and updates on the latest automotive trends! - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
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Excellent video my friend.👍. Q2 mid size truck sales:1st Toyota Tacoma 47.789/2nd Colorado 26.901/3rd frontier 20.219/4th canyon 11.351/5th gladiator 10.489/ranger 9.030/7th Ridgeline 8.626. new Tacoma is selling very well and Even Outselling so called cheaper frontier by 27.000+ trucks. Opinion of keyword warriors and you tube comment section experts don't really matter.
You’re will not really know about the faults of this vehicle for about 2 years. There are no statistics about what percentage of vehicles that have problems that I can find. Will these engine last as long as the old ones, only time will tell. Like with any new vehicle you take your chances when you buy the first year. Toyota usually stands behind its products.
Agreed! Agreed!
It looks like the maximum boost is 15lbs. That is a very conservative number. Keeping the cylinder pressures low says that toyota is focusing on the longevity of the tacoma.
It’s real easy to pick on the new kid on the block, and especially when it comes to cars. I have had my six speed for a little over a month and have almost 3000 miles on it and have had no issues with the transmission or the engine. I think anybody takes a risk whenever you buy a new vehicle whether it’s a first version or 10th version of the car. In the end, no matter what you can’t keep everybody happy And everybody loves to complain
I came here for negativity, too much positivity.
😅
Sorry to disappoint
I have a 24 Taco 🌮 and love it 👍🏾
It’s easy for people to trash on a new car/product rather than liking it for more views. Sees cyber truck and instantly bash the car. Quite a contradiction/hypocrite if you ask me. 😂
I held my tongue on the Cybertruck 😀
Total bs on the 5 to 1 gear change if you watch the video they have a camera directly on the dash and he barely goes over 4k rpms. Been driving manuals all my life and the gear synchros won't let you just slip into 1st gear at higher speeds from a higher gear. It's not like an automatic where you can slap the shifter to whatever you want just doesn't work like that. Also if the truck cant handle 4500 rpm that's just ridiculous. Great video and agree with what you're saying about everything else.
Very happy to see a positive video being made on the 24. I love my SR5. I had a few Tacomas and while this one is very different I have faith in the product. I would fill the tank and drive from the east coast to Alaska tomorrow and not think twice.
Glad you liked it, and I would do the same trip!
As a whole, the prices on most automobiles have been raised in 2024 as compared to 2023 due to newly innovations and inflation. The housing market is no exception to this rule as well. I bought a 2024 Tacoma off-road this year with the premium package. I have no regrets. The sticker was approx. $51,000 and with my trade-in, I only financed approx. $32,000 out the door after the paperwork. I never finance a vehicle over 5 years since they drop in value after you pull off the lot. My new Tacoma shifts much better and has faster torque response than my former 2018 Tacoma 3rd generation. I am not worried about the turbo 2.4L engine in my Tacoma. I trust their innovation since I have owned Toyotas since 2004. Yes, anything can go wrong in a new generation of vehicles. However, as low as I financed the truck it's a no brainer to buy one now since I like them, and I have positive equity in the vehicle. The new technology in my Tacoma is great as compared to the 3rd gen. I created a hotspot in my truck for my internet accessories. It works great! I love the JBL system using the Sirius XM radio.
Couldn’t agree more!
Sounds like you are targeting Untamed?
Not one particular channel but a video theme where channels leverage negativity to boost views
They should be over building the drive train. They're making enough money off the truck. I'm sure they can afford some extra strong parts here and there and not rely on the software in order for the parts not to break or fail.
The nissan frontier is built here in American has a more powerful V6 that will run a half a mile miles and you can buy a Pro 4X for 42K and its as good as the Tacoma off road for 52K why? or you can buy a chevy colorado ZR2 for 48K that will smoke a Tacoma off road why? look I own a 2023 4runner and love it,Toyota should have at least offered a V6 but they didnt ,thats why people are leaving the Brand.
The recall have begun on the transmission already and some are having problems with there engines too
@@Jojo-ni2cg don't piss off the toyota fanboys with FACTS.....they get pissy and throw things if you do.
@@billw8476 lol Toyota clownsville
Also point out when TCCN interviewed the chief engineer for the Tacoma, they explained that the reason they detuned the engine with the manual is because they "they couldn't control your right foot' and a TH-camr "The Car Guy Online" came to conclusion is that the transmission isn't overbuilt as they used to be. They could've beefed up the transmission instead of detuning the engine smh
It is all about views and hating on Tacoma, don't really understand that type of thinking. Sales were 69,500 for the first 6 months of the year and it is starting to ramp. Sales are what Toyota expected or you would have seen huge July 4th incentives. It also continues to lead mid sized truck sales, much to the surprise of many of these said you tubers. In my view, a truck breaking during off roading is not really reliability issues. Lots of things break when extreme off roading and most people do not off road so most will not have the issue. I have a 2023 and 2024 off road and love my 4th gen- 4.5 months and no issues as of yet. Oh and finally if you think it is too expensive, don't buy it. Don't worry about what others do with their money.
Boom.
Well said.
But they have launched some sweet 36-month lease deals in my region. $279 or $374/mo depending on "due" at signing. That should get more into the hands of fence sitters. Each averages a little over $400/month which is a pretty good deal. I'm not a lease person but for those who worry about a turbo repair at 105,000 miles, there you go. btw - I test drove one and formed my own opinion. I came away with the impression that it is a Tacoma.
Well said I sure like my 2024 tacoma TRD off-road
I agree with a lot you said except “a truck breaking during off road is not really reliability issues” Absolutely it is when your whole trademark is off-road capability and dependability. If I pay extra por an off-road package I expect that truck to work as it should within what is REASONABLE. I’m sorry but there is no excuse here.
@@calembo7124 I don't think there is any question the off road can hold it's own as we have seen on several videos. I should have said more than routine off roading. The amount of torque put on the taco by TFL was crazy in that specific instance. (It should have been in 4 hi in my opinion) and it broke the front wheel drive but still had rear wheel drive. I didn't watch the manual video so cannot comment on that, but it is not uncommon to see the MTS and crawl control used incorrectly and the Tacoma does fine.
I ordered a 6spd sport a few weeks ago. Trading in my Ridgeline. Not phased by the haters and trolls. Pretty excited.
Congrats! Color?
@@MoneyShift Thanks!
In black!, and thanks for the content.
You will love it
You bet! Congratulations, a black door sport is perfecto!
I got a 6spd TRD OR. Loving it.
Can you drive your taco at 50 mph and shift from 5th gear to 3rd gear?
Because i had a 2003 tacoma v6 and made the shift from 5 to 1 many times and i only heard like a reject sound on first gear but nothing else happened, the truck don't let me in the first gear, so now I'm thinking to buy this 4gen manual transmission because WHAT IF I MAKE THE SAME MISTAKE?
Ill do a 5-3 in my next long form video for you!
I don’t see how this is any different than what those other TH-camrs are doing. They are feeding on the hate, and so are you but defending the brand. It’s completely normal to feel personally attached to such a big expense as a brand new car so it’s natural you as well as other would feel motivated to justify your purchase.
HOWEVER, I do agree with you that it is too soon to pass judgement on this truck just for first year issues
Excellent video. Fair and balanced. Again you answered a lot of my questions. Thank you for the informative video.
You got it Gino!
My 2001Toyota Camry had two gas hood struts..why for the price you pay 2024 ..they cannot add gas hood struts..most of us look at aftermarket ones to get those..
Love my 2024 Taco
How tall are you? Just trying to get an idea of how I would fit
I agree with most of what you said. Sales-count videos are mostly ignoring the ramp-up time. I am familiar with both the TFL and Truck King situations, and I'm not totally convinced that Truck King shifted 5-1 instead of 5-3. I've watched his tach during the shift and it did not go near redline. Between 1975 and 2005 I drove a lot of manual transmission cars and trucks, and never - not once - accidentally shifted 5-1 instead of 5-3. Back then the synchros would have made that a very difficult shift. It just seems like quite a stretch; but maybe that driver does not have a ton of manual shifting experience.
However you have missed one important topic. In addition to the Tundra engine issues which trace back to metal shavings left in the engine, there are some number of reports of Tacoma transmissions having a similar situation of metal shavings blowing-up the transmissions in almost new vehicles.
I plan to buy a truck around the end of this year. For over a year I have assumed that I will get a Tacoma. But, now, the Tundra engine issues and Tacoma transmission issues have me very hesitant to buy a Tacoma. Whatever I purchase I plan to keep maybe 15 years. Long-term reliability is very important. I am strongly leaning towards one of two non-turbo trucks -- either the Nissan Frontier or a low trim level F-150 with 5.0 V8. Those two actually get about the same gas mileage and the F-150 has a lot more interior space, although it costs more initially.
I am sure that new tacomas have had some issues with engines and transmissions but remember that any machine is going to have a certain number of failures. The cases are anecdotal (I know it sucks if you are one of them) and Toyota will watch all the data and alert us to anything failures above what is expected. There are almost 70,000 Tacomas out there and will be over 100,000 by year’s end.
Can't go wrong with either of your choices. I was just in my dad's 24 Frontier & also very fond of the coyote engine. 25 Frontier will have Google built-in, similar to many manufacturers, which is a plus for some while a deal breaker for some. No Google car for me!
@@planoman0935 toyota NEVER alerts you to all the issues until they are forced to by the govt.
@@billw8476 Nonsense. A TSB is not mandated by the Gov and all car companies issue them including Toyota.
@@billw8476 Nonsense, a TSB is voluntary. And all car companies issue them. There are recalls as well.
I have a Toyota Tacoma, 3 gen and I have drove a 4 gen tacoma with m/t . only complaint I have with the Toyota engineers they discontinued the extended cab with the manual transmission that’s the only complaint I have with the new gen 4 tacoma
Completely agreed with you there’s even TH-camrs they don’t have it 🤔, like this guy untamed motors or something like that I think he didn’t get an invitation to Hawaii, seriously
Ya it’s wild…
Untamed is a self proclaimed toyota loyalist turned toyota basher. Cant be a loyalist if you bash the company. He is just a whiner who bought a first year model 3rd gen tundra that had problems. Big surprise there
@@beexiong2995you can be a fan but be critical and have integrity simultaneously…
@@beexiong2995 I think he owns a 4th gen? He fell for the views he got when he went negative.
That dude’s videos were all over my Home Screen for a bit. I actually started watching one of them and realized almost immediately the dude was a clown. Clicked do not recommend channel, problem solved 😂. The truck king video… ooof, that’s tough to watch. The TFL one was nice because of how Toyota responded to the issue, and almost felt reassuring. Mine’s a manual though, so I don’t think I gotta worry about that issue anyway 🤷♂️
Still loving my 24. Same as your truck except the smaller screen. White offroad manual just hit 5500km
Great spec!
I understand being hesitant on a turbo four in a truck, but toyota has been putting NA fours in their single cabs and I think the four door in their trucks forever. I'm not scared of it. The first year of any vehicle is a bit of a risk because it really has to be tested and improved on like they did for 20ish years in the last gen. Going in, my biggest concerns lie with modern vehicles in general, but I give toyota the benefit of the doubt to do it better than others. Time will tell!
That it will! Thanks for the comment I do appreciate the perspective
People like to pile on , don't they!
If it’s the popular thing? For sure
I have a 2023 SR Access Cab V6. I won't trade for 228HP 2024 SR with a 50 HP downgrade. Trading for an SR5 is the next option. My dealer has 56 in stock but they are all double cabs lowest priced at $39882 +++ No access cabs anywhere to be found. I have never seen 56 SR5 sitting on a dealer lot before. Makes it look like they aren't selling.
56 in stock. WOW! Not selling.......
Again I enjoy your vlogs and I agree with you Money Shift.
I do not watch those videos not because I am biased towards there views, it just too early to give a review, plus the engine has been used in other toyota models as have been said by you and others. The economy and uncertainty is bad all round.
I watched the Truck King vid.
Was wondering if the IMT affected the issue-rev matching and truck speed and of course moving from 5 to 1. Would have love to see if the tranny broke money shifting without the IMT on. What do you think?
I use to drive manuals for a number of years-wishing to go back, and never deliberately shift-money shift as you call it, past gears. ALways go sequentially especially if the speed does not match the gear you are downshifting to.
I am straight forward manual driver no fancy stuff which has enabled me to drive and control any vehicle on the road.
Thanks for the kind words!
I agree with you on the early Tacoma sales. Another reason for the low sales is that the EPA prevented them from deliveries. Also because Toyota has been producing so many lower grade models like the SR and SR5. People want the TRD series and sales numbers in the past years has confirmed this so they are waiting for the TRD series and the release of the trucks with the I Force Max hybrids to come out. If you look at the days that the 4th gen Tacomas and all of Toyota in general) have sat on the lots, the number is lower than any other auto maker. You are correct about UTubers. You showed a quick view of the ones that bash the Tacoma and we both know which ones they are. All of these UTubers want Tacoma sales to flop or increase their “wow factor” to increase their revenue stream. A large amount of the negativity of the new gen Toyota are ones that have never driven them or have just purchased a 3rd Gen within the past couple of years. The new Tacomas are higher priced than the previous gens but you get a so much better truck with so much better tech and that is going to cost more. Thanks for your video. It makes a lot of sense.
Thank you for this video. All the negativity was making me mad. And these TH-camrs are hyping up other mid size trucks that have their own benefits but they also have their own negatives that the Tacoma does whatever it is better. Yeah the Tacoma is slightly expensive but it’s really not that much more than the competition. The Tacoma is impossible to find in my area around Pittsburgh unless you want a sr or sr5. Great video explaining the on going situation.
Thanks for the kind words Matt!
I love my 2024 Tacoma. Took it off roading and the thing is a beast. Gas mileage is great on the highway. I’ve only done small trips and I’ve been playing with the truck a lot because it’s a new vehicle. I’ve been getting 19.2 on the back roads and 21-23 on the high way. And again these are small trips where I play with the truck. Going on a trip next week can’t wait to see the gas mileage!
Yeah saw the Truck King video. Agreed, you could tell the dad hadn't driven stick in a while.
Totally agree.
He didn’t look like he was at ease driving a manual
What is a money shift?
A money shift is shifting from a higher gear into a gear that is wrong causing the revs to spike and cause a lot of damage (a a shift that costs a lot of money, a MoneyShift).
An example is going from 5 > 1 or 6 > 2
100% agree. Great video
Thanks!!!
I love my 4th gen. Last year I test drove the 3rd gen it was dry and tight I actually liked the Nissan frontier better, however I really wanted a Tacoma so I waited for the 4th gen, took it for a test drive and I was sold on it right away. No I don’t have a lot of km on it yet but based on manufacture it is now broken in, I have done my first oil change at 1000 miles and so far I love it. I drove a hemi 1500 for 13 years. Can I compare them? Dah no !!! But I also didn’t need a full size truck no more and gas prices have doubled since 13 years ago. O yea and I’m shy of 40 and I want a brand which is reliable and that keeps its value. With all that said the 4th gen Tacoma is a great match based on my needs. Would I like to have the pro or the trail hunter of course but again I don’t need to tow or go off roading. However because I live in Alberta I went with the off road trim due to snow in and potholes. 😅sorry for the long comment. Btw I get 8.5 liters per 100 km on hwy and 9.3 liter in city and that makes me really 😃
This is the exact reason why I'm going to buy a Tacoma today. I'm driving a 2019 Ram 1500 Limited, I absolutely love the interior. I've had some major Hemi issues that have been covered under warranty but I'm concerned about reliability now that my warranty is coming to an end. I wanted a mid-size truck from the start, however, nobody had nearly as nice of a mid-sized truck in 2019 as they do now
Been chrysler tech for over 38 years,the haters that complain about 4th gen probably haven't driven one bought 2024 trd off road and love it, turbo for banger as they call it is strong and the future ford has them chevy,jeep and nissan will soon i know nissan techs its coming.
reasons i hate the 2024 tacoma.
1. It isn't a small truck.
2. You can't get a 2wd MT.
3. The MT only comes with a tiny 5" bed.
4. It gets less the 20 MPG.
No other good manuals left on the market. So while your complaints are valid, they do need to be commended for at least still offering it.
The Gladiator manual is a horrible experience so it doesn’t count.
Has.a 18.2 gas tank vs 3rd gen 21.1 gals…try following one 2024 Tacoma …fenders really sticks out…funny looking to me..
I love my 2024 tacoma.
Yes I agree with you most of negativity is the ones that don't even own a 2024 tacoma most the ones do have one all love them my 2024 tacoma TRD off-road is the best tacoma to date I had all years of tacomas the 3rd generation I had for 7 years this 2024 tacoma is such improvement over the 3rd generation
Couldn’t agree more, and you are more qualified than I to say it so thanks for the comment David.
trolling for $$$$$$?
how you explain the price?
There are 12 different Trim levels and people already buying upper Trim levels more instead of enter level Sr or Sr5 .so there are multiple options available. Importantly it's already the number one selling mid size truck in it's segment and Outselling everyone. So it's very obvious pricing is more than fine. stop complaining
Already have a video on that, check it out. This Off-Road has features that even the TRD-Pro of the last generation didn’t even offer, and inflation is a mistress that plagues us all
Why do you keep saying 3.3....isn't it a 3.4 in the Tundra?
It is, I misspoke, sorry!
Im not sure have heard more then one problem about the tranny and over heating when off road im not sure 45,000 is a lot of money . I found a loaded 3rd gem TRD Off Road loaded 2000 miles the same 24 tacoma was 9,000 more to me thsts alot I bought the 3 rd gen for 41,244 that eas almost over 13,000 savings 😊😊. Time will tell about the fouth gen but im very happy with my 3 gen and saving over 13,000 dollars im not a hater but time will tell 🤔
Congrats on the purchase Philip! Time will tell
Your so right on, most of the comment sections are I’m glad I have my 22 or my 19 or anything else never giving it up ha ha good luck, same thing with landcruiser, comment section is same way, the new one is trash and going to break down, the hate is crazy.
Gave up shifting 25 years ago
Happiness taking a hit as a result?
Finally someone with some common sense.
Your check is in the mail 🤝
@@MoneyShift HAHAHA
Nice truck but its not 10-20k better than a Nissan Frontier Pro4x which you can get loaded out the door for 45k and it has a reliable proven engine.
The PRO4X is a nice truck and I wanted to like/ but it, however, it does not have near the tech and features of the Tacoma. It doesn't even have memory seats ! WTF !! Nissan tech is lacking
@@mickeyclaudio5068some want a truck without tech, tech introduces potential failure points
maybe not 20K but the new Tacoma offers well over 10k in added capability and features depending on the trim.
We had a 23 SV premium for just over a year and sold it recently. It was a solid truck but after driving several 24 Tacomas it's a pretty stark difference in capability. The taco does everything better. I get the value proposition of the Frontier but the only thing it has over the new Taco is 2 extra cylinders. The 3.8 is still a high revving NA 6 cylinder that makes all of its power way up in the power band. It's a smooth power train but still falls short of the 2.4 turbo in responsiveness. It doesn't even compare to hybrid. Pretty obvious Toyota spent more money on their truck than Nissan did
@@ryandoyle4344 so true!
Nope it fair criticism. Good bye v6
My only gripe is there price tag. The competition right now is about 8-10 grand less for a similarly spaced midsize.
That video come soon, it’s closer than you think.
The only cheap truck in the midsize market is the frontier which is ancient riding on dinosaur bones from 2005. The engine is still a VQ engine design that started back in the 90s.
Haters are tend more hit the button. That’s just natural
Truth.
Nope
No hate here, but on that note the new Tacoma is 100 percent built in Mexico, it has a 4 cylinder turbo and is prices are about 8 to 10 K over other mid sized trucks. I believe thats why people are leaving the Taco behind!!
@@Jojo-ni2cg so a couple of things. The engines and transmissions are built in Alabama and shipped to Mexico to be installed. Some Tacomas have been built in Mexico since 2004 and all of them since 2019 so not really sure what people mean when they say that? Finally, there are 12 trims of Tacoma and the SR and SR5 are selling less than the upper trims so I guess not everyone thinks they are 8-10k more than other mid sized trucks since they are still selling more Tacomas than any other mid size truck. My question to you is how much more of any do you think it cost to make a 2024 over a 2023.? Do you think Toyota is immune from supply chain price increases that we have all seen?
@jojo-ni2cg• you do have hate. just so you know. New Tacoma is priced perfectly fine and it's already the number one selling mid size truck in it's segment. Only reason it had slow Q1 was because of revamping and stuff. Overall stop been a keyword warrior.
i laugh at the "driving modes" at the twist of the knob. have we all forgotten how to drive? look at that oversized screen as well, are we all old and blind now?
Here we go again 😂. Not only you are like a annoying teenager who complains for no reason but now you sound like old man who hates change
so your rational is tacomas are junk......but so are all of todays vehicles? we EXPECTED better from tacoma,but didn't get it.
New Tacoma has been extremely reliable so far and has no serious issues whatsoever. Only so called cases are One off case with TFL and five or seven only case. Stop using the word we😂.so stop complaining like a annoying teenager who is never happy with anything
hahaja it is crap! A copy paste. A pick up for people that don’t use a pick up for pick up things.
How long have you owned yours? Any problems so far?
@@joeimbesi5361 4 month. The dash monitor fail. Full automatic stop because of grass. Strange ‘claking’ noise from suspension. Dash light up like a christmas tree when it rain.
@@DeLorean206 wow, at least it’s under warranty.
@@joeimbesi5361 It was. Trade it for an new unused 2023 Tacoma Trail Edition at the same dealer Toyota.
How badly did they hit you on trade-in value?
You are just i...t
:)
Firs of all you shouldn't be able to go 1st gear unless you stopped, any transmission that does that is garbage. Nice truck but 2 EXPENSIVE. 🤷🍻
They won't sell as many units, more choices out there for less 💰 with same reliability on all the turbo trucks. Most ppl want reliability & cheaper than tech heavy with small engine turbo better "on paper"
😂. New Tacoma is selling very well and already the number one selling mid size truck in it's segment. Stop using the word most . Already Outselling so called cheaper frontier by 27.000+ trucks.stop stop using the word most because it's wrong
@@mylifeislegendary982-hb3us i don't believe that
@@honda116969 😂. Fact you are refusing to accept actual sales numbers and then reality are just are beyond hilarious.
@@mylifeislegendary982-hb3us keep telling me lies maybe you'll convince me someday... I don't believe people are buying $50,000 trucks that are worth $35,000! Frontier numbers are way up much better truck than the garbage ass Tacoma I feel sorry for all the dumbasses that buy that shit. But we have to forgive them because God made some stupid people also
@@honda116969new Tacoma is absolutely worth its price because it's a excellent truck and already the number one selling mid size truck in it's segment. Only truck that is garbage outdated and not worth it's price.thats the frontier which is getting outsold by the freaking Colorado . I have real sales figures and facts. You have nothing but delusional beliefs which are wrong. Next Time don't call other people dumb or stupid Because its you who has those quality's .
No V6 and to much good bye toyota said
Anything made/assembled in Mexico is made/assembled with some pretty low quality, specifically when it comes to cars, take it from a Mexican...