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He might have wanted higher ground clearance and 4wd to have off road and bad weather capabilities,also a truck bed and heavier suspension for larger payload capabilities.
New pickups have gotten fancy too expensive and use too much gas. Leaning towards getting a hybrid RAV4 and just use my utility trailer. That is if my 2001 Tacoma ever wears out.
The 2.7 engine has enough power for me. Want to emerge on a highway or go up a large hill with the 2.7 w/automatic trans?, just put it in 3rd gear. no problem. Plus only thing I've had to do is put on brake pads a couple of times. 127,000 miles. Changed the oil every 5,000. I don't tow anything either. Judging by the comments people want a race truck or want to tow something really heavy. I want my truck to last a very long time.
Bought a new 22 Tacoma Sr access cab black 4x4 without the jump seats, bought it for the simplicity of it. The 2.7 I4 motor is plenty good for me, paid off, wanted that simple 4 banger before they disappeared, 15 minute do it yourself oil changes. Only 9400 miles on it. Have nothing bad to say about it. 6 foot bed comes in handy as well. Simple truck for my simple needs.
Have 302k on my '17 4 banger Tacoma, was my old work truck bossman gave me after retiring it. I'll repair it when needed n keep it as long as parts are available, still drives like a new truck.
I bought a Dealer New 1988 4x4 Toyota pickup, back in '88. They were just called "Toyota pickups" back then. It came with a 4 banger & was quite the beast off road. It never got stuck , even when I tried to get it stuck. You could literally forge new trails if so desired. I still miss it today, but had to sell , due to a growing family. 😲😲😲
I have a 86 SR5 Pickup, I got lucky and scored one with 117k original miles, currently at 145k after 5 years. The temptation is hard to sell it and buy a 4 banger Tacoma with the 2.7L, one hell of an upgrade compared to the 22RE, but I just can’t justify it knowing full will my little 86 will likely last another 20 years lol
@@felipetejeda7545 trust me *DON'T EVER SELL IT.* My friends seem to have alot of issues w/ their newer vehicles, me not so much w/ my 97' Outback & 00' Crown Vic. Sometimes older is better.😲😲😲
He is a great mechanic, learned a lot from his videos, and he is quite the comedian , he got me laughing he was bashing EV's and was saying you don't want to get stranded in NO ELECTRICITY ZONE that was to funny.
Thank you for another insightful video Scotty . We dont have Toyota tacomas in Southern Africa , we have got the Toyota Hilux DVD diesel engines and those cars run forever had one for over 10 years and its never broken down runs like a dream . Toyota Hilux has proven itself over decades
True. Also most utes are on diesels cause they have the power and yet fuel economy. Have driven the Hilux and yes it has power even when feathering the throttle.
I love my 2000 4cyl 5speed manual 2.7 Standard cab 4x4 Tacoma. It’s basic and extremely reliable without the electronics and frills with only 133,000 miles. Solid and great on gas considering it’s a 4x4.
I wish they made modern 4 cylinder tacomas with the 2.7L engine in manual 5 speed transmissions. I have an 86 pickup standard 5 speed, would be such a cool upgrade from my current 22re mini truck.
@@felipetejeda7545I have a 2001 four cylinder it's got the four cylinder engine and is a 4x4 the most reliable vehicle I've ever owned I just bought a new Tacoma this week it's got the v six so excited I can't sleep it's a beautiful truck inside and out.
@felipetejeda7545 I had an 1985 22RE Engine 5 speed manual in my Toyota truck. Used to run SCCA Road Rallies with it, gave it no mercy. It had 4 owners after me and ran with original engine, transmission, and rear axle, only needed clutch changes, to 460,000+ miles before last owner broke the frame hauling a load of firewood out of the woods. You can't kill those 4 cylinder Toyota engines as long as you change the oil and filter in them regularly and do the basic required maintenance on them.
@@Portuducks I have the same truck. The last of its breed. I have had six Tacoma’s, all of them 5speed manual and my 2017 has the best gas mileage. I just got 574 miles out of a tank of gas. I look forward to driving my Tacoma every day. I can’t help gloating about this truck when someone wants to talk to me about this truck. 99,000 miles original brakes, clutch, everything is original. I can’t say enough, enough said.
I love my reliable 4 dr base model 2018 i4 Full size Tacoma. 200000 miles and all I've done is oil changes every 5-6k & clean k&n air filter, new plugs @ 100k, new brake pads & shoes. Very well engineered 2.7L i4 engine & 2018 truck. Scotty, thank you for your channel this Army veteran approves👍🏼
@dirty1994 assuming you bought it new, I have to say I got a much better deal on my truck. I paid $20,050 (tax included/out the door) for a 2014, V6 4.0L, 4X4, access cab, SR5, with a front ram bar, skid plate, camper shell, and 21,000 miles. Today it has 71,000 miles, or ~7000 miles a year. I get the same mileage.
I have a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. V6 VTI. I change my oil every 4000 miles with mobile one full synthetic. I change my transmission fluid every 30,000 miles with Amsoil syn. And I change my diff and transfer case fluid every 30,000 with amsoil as well. My truck currently has 297,000 miles on it and I literally have had nothing and I mean nothing go wrong with the truck except for the back power window motor. Because my kids constantly play with that window when they were little lol. Just amazing trucks if you take care of them they will last forever
@@davidb9323 They’re not sealed you just have to drain it and fill from the top of the tranny. Apparently you don’t know how to work on cars. I’m a mechanic. A sealed transmission is not a sealed transmission. You should learn something about cars
Would you suggest I change the transmission fluid on my 1998 Tacoma with 210 miles.. I don’t know if it’s ever been changed. It definitely hasn’t in the last 70k miles I’ve owned it. Also is the differential fluid the same as the transfer case or are those two separate fluids?
'09 2.7, 5spd manual, 4x4 ... Love it in the snow...I don't have a little pickup truck to go fast or tow 10,000lbs... wouldn't trade it for any truck with a V8 and I bet it will outlast a new Ranger
Well Scotty, it really depends on what you want the truck for. If you just want to run around town and make a run to the dump once in a while, fine, the 4-cyl will work great. But if you want to do the types of things with your truck, that most people want a truck for - hauling stuff, towing a trailer, boat, jet skis, etc. the V6 can do it easily and all the V6 models come equipped from the factory with the tow hitch and all wiring installed and ready to go. But with the 4-cyl, rear wheel drive, you can't do much of anything with it. And it's completely useless in the snow, so if you live anyplace that gets some snow, it's a waste of time because you can't drive it. Also, the V6 holds its value better and will be much easier to sell down the road if you don't need it anymore.
I got a 2019 4 cylinder and a year later sold it & got a 2018 Frontier v6 . Much happier all around except for gas mileage. Toyota was very , very slow . Took it to the mountains & it struggled. Have a small boat 1200 lbs and it pulled it ok but with the frontier I don’t know it’s back there. Also the Frontier is much more comfortable & rides better
@@bobafatt2155 my dad had a bunch of miles on his '16(ish) Frontier from work driving and recently traded it for a new one so he can retire in a couple years after paying it off without being stuck with a high mileage vehicle. Anyway, he seems to really like them.
Hi Scottie I'm a mechanic up here in Canada . I bought a 2017 Tacoma with 100K and V6 engine . You are right ,it burns oil on start up and sounds like lifters clacking when its warm . Change the oil and filter every 3K miles . Its sad really
I had a 4 cylinder Tacoma rental on vacation once, and would never own one. It struggled to merge onto the highway every single time, at full throttle. Big difference from the V6 I’m used to.
Drove my gramp’s 2014 Base 4 banger Double Cab 4x2 to haul my lawn mower to get it serviced. Felt like it had plenty of power for what it is. Didn’t really struggle to get on the freeway even when the on-ramp was uphill. That little 2tr-fe was revving it’s heart out while merging, but never felt like it couldn’t keep with other cars. I think it just varies from truck to truck.
When I looked into getting my roof replaced I looked at a Tesla roof and it was three times the price, and that did not include storage batteries. The Tesla roof only had a 10 year electric output guarantee and 20 year leakproof warranty (a standard asphalt shingle roof is warrantied for 30 years). I'd never recoup the cost in my lifetime, so nope.
I had a 2014 SR5 4 cylinder and now I have a 2022 SR5 4 cylinder and they have never let me down. Slow for some people but I want it to be dependable and to last- It remains to be seen if the new turbo engines in the 2024 will be as dependable.
I owned an '00 Tacoma Prerunner ExCab (automatics only for that model year) with the 2.7L. Loved the appearance of the truck and it's reliability. However, that engine with an auto tranny is pretty much a dog for interstate merges or extended uphill interstate climbs. Only thing I didn't care for about it. A manual tranny would've made it a better driving experience. Sold it w/over 100k mi. Replaced a starter and that was about it (for 11 years).
I have a 2017 gen 3 tacoma with a 4cyl 5 speed manual the dealer didn't want me to get it telling me I wouldn't be happy he just didn't want to go searching for it but I had great luck with that engine and set up and always had good luck with and after 7 years I wouldn't sell it for the world it's more than zippy enough for me I have no trouble merging on the highway and I got cruse control for free I set it at 70 a have no trouble keeping up with traffic.
For the light duty stuff like no trailer, but a few bags of mulch or a kayak and some camping gear, a 4 banger toyota truck would be fine for me. Anything more, better get the V6. If anything more than that, just get a Tundra and never buy another truck.
Had a 2009 4cyl 4x4 manual. Towed a trailer with my 4wheeler some and it definitely didn't like it. Lol loved the truck tho. About 22mpg was all I got.
@@downtowndrewbrown7129 I had an 06 RWD 4cyl sr5 and I pulled an overloaded 5x8 trailer across Canada with it and it handled it fine. The only place I was somewhat worried was the very hilly areas of Northern Ontario where I had to have it in 2nd at 4000 RPM to make it up. I did recently upgrade to a 15' TRD offroad and the v6 is substantially more powerful.
I have the 4 cyl manual.. geared high for gas mileage but it works for everything I need a truck for. I’ve hauled scrap iron, pulled my atv. Went through the bachelor loop in Colorado.. did just fine…
A buddy of mine is a tech at a Toyota dealer. He gets in the 3.5s all the time. He says he rarely works on the 2.7s. Although pressured by many salesman how better the 3.5 Is, I went with the 2.7 because it truly is a much more proven engine.
Heyy Scotty and everyone may I say I’m a proud owner of a Toyota Tacoma myself!. It’s a 2018 SR with the Access cab and 2.7liter in 2WD. I bought it at 77,000 miles for around 25,000 earlier this year. I was in a rush to get another vehicle because I was working, if I could make some adjustments I would, like get a 4WD model and i would probably not get Super white even though I keep the truck clean. Anywho who else is a proud Tacoma owner no matter the year, generation, spec etc🤔👏🏾.
@@indycharlie congrats to you on Tacoma, my friend👏🏾, it’s a admirable truck and I could care less about what the haters say about the Tacoma, it’s solid, utilitarian, and just works for me and my situation. One of the my favorite things about the Tacoma is they still have the old cruise control stock that Toyota been using for years. Also what color did you get yours in, if you don’t mind me asking?
@@Virtusstrong White was the only color they had at the time . Black bumper like the one in this video . Same " access " cab with no back seat , which what I wanted ! I am a backpacker , and have made a bed with 2'x 4' -3/4 "plywood laying ON the " built in " storage compartments. Then I have two of the RIGHT height , storage containers on the floor . To make the sleeping area flat . Works great , and I can put meals , fuel and extra items in the storage " containers " that support the Plywood . I just wish the " access " cab doors , had windows that cracked open like my Tundra . I also LOVE that there is a way to have standard Cruise control !! I do tow a fishing boat once in a while , and it does fine . Though only 10 miles or so to the lake :D Congrats to you as well .. LONG LIVE TACO'S :D .. gubs
@@indycharlie yeah the dealership I bought it from only had that one Tacoma in super white at least from what I saw. I bought the truck in FL because at the time I was living there. I’m now back living in VA. The owner who has it before me did some mods of his own; he added 4 subs in the where the seats would have been, and LED light strip below the grille, and I believe it has ambient lighting. I’ve added a tow hitch, tonneau cover, matte black lettering for the tailgate and the wind deflectors for the windows, I reckon next I’ll put some mud flaps on it.the Tacoma is my daily and normally drive on the interstate cruising anywhere from 65-72 mph and I get amazing fuel economy, I’m happy gas is some what going down 💀😭.Thank you as well long live the Tacos👏🏾😂🌮
@@Virtusstrong Yeah , I saw someone say his had trouble " keeping up " on the Interstate ?! I have only drove like 300 miles one way on the Interstate . But I set it at 77 , and it hums along . Does play around shifting on bigger hills though . Flat(ish ). It just hums along :D Have a great W/E .... Gubs
The current generation has been plagued with transmission problems in 2016-2017 as well as rear diff problems. The new 3.5 has been much more problematic in its early years vs the 2.7.
The advantage of an electric water pump though is that if there is an issue it the ECM can detect it and report it to the driver before it becomes a problem. Especially with cars that don't have a temp gauge (some don't these days) you're relying on sensors to tell you that the car is overheating (unless you see steam coming from the engine ,but then it's probably too late). Plus electric water pumps can allow the pump to continue to pump coolant around to cool the engine and not be directly corelated to the engine speed so meaning if you're doing a lot of stop and go driving or low-speed driving, an electric water pump may be a good option, because it can vary the speed independent of the drive system.
@@mrdestro7283 Why "NO?". I don't like all the new modern technology all that much, but he's got a valid point regarding coolant flow after a high speed drive, and then suddenly having to stop for roadworks or something.
I have to agree with you as you actually did your homework. Just because it's electric doesn't mean it's not as reliable, i have fancy gizmos in my 05 LS430 that still work brand new. It's a Toyota, i wouldn't be surprised if it's actually more reliable than the mechanical pump
@@icosthop9998 yeah around the city and by yourself it's fine. Put another person or two and some gear and then try to pass on the highway or other situations of the sorts. It's the same problem I have with the RAV4 when they took away the V6 it really truly is fine for most daily driving but it's not enough on the highway especially when you have to maneuver around other people
@Paul no the newest one isn’t bad. I have a 4th gen , I wouldn’t call it a dog or anything but 25/30 more hp is definitely something I would like and they did do that on the 5th gen.
@Paul yes and no, it’s paid off and i would probably want a 2020 and up because I know the 19s had some small issues, but then that puts me close to some other cars I would rather have like a 4Runner so I just will probably hold onto it for a while like the original plan to drive it as long as possible.
I would love to get a little four banger but the fact is there's just not that many around. If you ask people you always hear "meh...I would never get a 4 cyl truck, too weak, I need the hauling power, who would ever buy that?" Despite that you'll find one 4 cyl for sale for every 10 or 12 V6s and when they do pop up, they're gone in a heartbeat.I would love to know the actual production numbers. Toyota needs to be cranking out more of these.
The problem is there’s wayyy to many people who buy these full-size pickup trucks or heavy duty’s and NEVER use it to haul/tow anything. I had a co worker who bought a Ford F250 and only used it to drive it from work and back home.. better been off with a ranger
Depends on the use. Friends that have these massive Silverados rarely trailer anything or even use the bed. Meanwhile I appreciate the "U" part of "SUV" as my xterra is mostly used for towing or hauling, in which case, the 6 cylinder was pretty crucial (had considered a 4, glad I passed).
Come on Scotty our state Texas had to deal with its crappy electrical grid as well --- who would have thought this could happen to the energy capitol of the US!!! Keep the videos coming!
Scotty I had an ‘07 Tacoma 4wd, 4.0, automatic. I kick myself every day for trading it on a ‘17 3.5 automatic. Had the ‘07 for 5 years. I bought a Silverado 1500 17 months later that I love. Maybe a 4 cylinder Tacoma drives smoother than the v6 3.5. 4.0 was outstanding
Scotty: he left California (a wise move) and moved to Nashville. Me: as someone who lives in California, I instantly laughed at the shade thrown by Scotty and I couldn't agree more. GET ME OUT OF HERE!!!
Scotty Kilmer , Can you please do a segment to talk about Toyota's "sealed" transmissions ? They have no dip-sticks for the transmissions but supposedly you can still changed the fluid.
The reason power is being shut off in parts of California is because the power companies haven't maintained the power lines and have started some huge fires.
@@captinbeyond Windmills must be placed where there is wind which is not necessarily close to cities. Solar panels should be on every possible roof in addition to solar farms. My house has been off grid solar for over 30 years.
Check plastic pipe leading to heater core from thermostat housing. Plastic disintegrates. Dorman makes an all metal replacement. Check other plastics under the hood like fasteners on fan shroud. They disintegrate too. A Toyota wide issue.
Does anyone else hate the extended cab trucks? I am not knocking crew cabs, but a foot of room behind a truck seat is useless COMPARED to having an extra foot in the bed of the truck. Standard cabs are superior, IMHO
my first "NEW" vehicle was a 2006 Taco....first truck was a ford ranger "used" ....Mistake.....next was 2 used Toyota pickups...then took the plunge for my NEW truck....still have the lil truck and love it....nothing major in repairs just PM's and a few gaskets ....best purchase i have EVER MADE.....those days are gone im afraid..nothing will last as long as my 2006 has lasted..
My 1985 22-RE 4 cylinder lasted 460,000+ miles on its 4th owner after me, engine was still fine, frame broke hauling a truckload of firewood out of the woods.
Exactly! There's no infrastructure here in Canada for electric as well. EV suck here with the cold weather. The battery technology isn't there yet....Far from green!
I just sold my 2020 Taco 4cyl. It was gutless on the Hwy too much truck too small motor. Best Milsage I ever saw was 19.9 however I got every penny I paid for it.
I had a 4 cylinder Tacoma and now a 4 door Tacoma with the V-6. My V-6 gets way better gas mileage than the 4cyl ever did, your foot is always in it to try to get it to move.
Last year bought a 2001 Tacoma 4banger with 93k miles on it. it's a beach truck so not so pretty (rust) but for $5,600.. I'm in love. Looking to buy a newer Tacoma as well and this video has talked me off the fence of getting a V6. The RWD seems to be the way as the other option is 4WDemand, which means you are driving in 2WD most of the time anyways.
I’ve got a 2011 4 cylinder Tacoma. Definitely limits what you can do with it versus a V6. Mines a standard transmission. Wouldn’t want a 4 cylinder with an automatic.
Scotty I have a 2017 SR tacoma 4x4 5speen manual with the 4cl 2.7> I am the original owner. 21000 miles and love this truck. Always had oil chages by the dealer with synthetic oil. What do you think ?
As an electrician you should know that most cars are charged by night when A/C is turned down. There are lots of capacity in the grid for normal use cases. Over here more than 90% of the cars are electric and it increases the load on the grid by around 10%.
@@billmoretz8718 on demand plan? After living in the US I know very well that there are off peak rates. That US basically the utility company trying to use the spare capacity in the grid.and most charging is done at night, so it's much less of a problem than what most people think
When you talk about the Ford EcoBoost wearing out fast, you should specify the 4 cylinder engines in their smaller models, not the V6's in their pickups.
which is what you should use a smaller truck for. want to tow more, buy a full size. A decent sized utility trailer with a couple ATVs or a big zero turn is till only around 2000 pounds.
@@999benhonda don’t have to buy a full size truck just get the 3.5 Tacoma. Gas mileage is about the same but you have a 6500 towing capacity. I have the 2.7 just sold my 2 atvs and the aluminum trailer. Bought a sXs and a new enclosed trailer weighting in at 3300 top of the limit of my 2.7. My 2023 Sport was built on the 19 of January 2023 . Waiting for it to arrive.
I bought a brand new 4 cylinder Tacoma in 2016. I loved the truck around the city, but it was horrible on the highway. It would downshift and couldn’t reliably hold 75 MPH with my wife and dogs in the pickup. I ended up getting a Tundra because I hated the 4 cylinder Tacoma power. I always felt like I was pushing the truck too hard without speeding on the highway . Also, not a big fan of the drum brakes, they wore out prematurely and it cost me over $2k to repair other parts that were damaged by drum brakes going out so soon.
@@chuckwalla2967 :D . I don't know , but I live in Mid Michigan , and have no problems . Does it purr like my 5.7 Tundra did .. no. I had a 82 HiLux at one time . This things screams , compared to that :D Have a good one .. Gubs
The “S” slot on the shifter in the Tacomas don’t change gears manually! It is simply a gear limiter. For instance, if you were to put the shifter to number 4, the truck will shift automatically through gears 1-4 (keep in mind it is a 6 speed transmission). If he were to put it on number 6, it would be the exact same as having it it “D” because it will shift normally through gears 1-6. It only looks like he was shifting the gears manually in the video because he had the truck past the rpm range it would shift normally in, so the truck will automatically shift into the next gear when he allows it to. Just thought I’d let y’all know!! :)
The shift range from third to 5th gear is awful. If you are using cruise, and going up a slight hill, the truck will just keep shifting between 4th and 5th. Or 3rd to 4th. It allows itself to shift at such a low rpm.
Scotty is right about the four banger Toyota PU. I bought a new one in 1979, put on 140K absolutely trouble free miles, sold it to my brother in law and he drove it over 60K trouble free miles and really didn't maintain it as he should have. I bought another SR5, this one was the one ton model and it also gave me thousands of trouble free miles before I sold it. I needed a larger PU to pull a trailer, otherwise I would have kept the one ton model. The Toyota PU in my world was the definition of bulletproof. Thank you Scotty for your informative and humorous reviews. I'm from California and have no plans on moving. During my career in national sales, I traveled to many states and California has the diverse environment and weather that can't be beat. However, my main complaint is the high housing costs.
I never knew they made those back then. I remember I helped restore an 85 Toyota pickup all it had on decals was 4x4 and another mid late 80s model one from a junkyard about 15 years ago. I never recall seeing a name on those small trucks. But man where they fast. I hate manuals but those trucks and even the 90s model Rangers where so fun to drive on test drives when we where fixing them up. Unlike the Firebirds and Camaros I decided to keep instead. I should have kept the Ranger.
I agree, the 2.7 is one of the best engines Toyota put out, just bought a 2022 SX 4x4, traded my 2020 Tacoma 3.5 for this 4 cyl. because I hated the canister oil filter and the fact I had to drop the skid plate every time I changed the oil. Fantastic truck.
@@davidlavery8336 I have had several Tacoma's some v6's and some 4 Cyl's, I usually get a new truck every three years I don't tow anything so I don't miss the V6. I agree with Scotty, if you are towing the V6 may be a better choice but a pain to service. I have no regrets so far with the 2.7. I only have 2k on it but love it.
Cut a hole in the skid plate to access the filter. Toyota makes an OEM aluminum filter housing if your gripe is with the one being plastic. Also there’s a few conversion kits out there to remove it for a traditional filter
The silly thing about electric water pump and oil pump: an alternator drives the electric water pump and oil pump. Mechanical water pumps and fans make more fuel economy. Recirculation reduces hot spots. Allowing more spark advance. The mechanical fan can pull more air than an electric fan with no electrical losses.
On the other hand a more complex serpentine belt arrangement with more pulleys may largely negate that. The reduction in pulleys on the front of the engine should provide more space to work in, but of course they will fill that space with something else if they don't eliminate it entirely.
I agree with Scotty. Electronics degrade over time. I do like the electric fans though, when you are in stop and go traffic the electrics keep your water temps down.
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California the stollen land..
Have you talked about the Toyota 3.5L Tacoma Timing Cover Gasket leak that is a $5,000 repair for owners past their warranty ?
Do you ever get anything right? Tesla just had a record year and in some parts of the country they're the highest selling vehicle of 2022....
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If we could just harness the power of Scotty's arms flailing we could have all the power we need.
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He's literally running out of breath from it and doesn't even know it
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Why the hell did my son get a V6 Tacoma when he could have gotten a Celica with a tow hitch and a trailer?!
Celica superiority
He might have wanted higher ground clearance and 4wd to have off road and bad weather capabilities,also a truck bed and heavier suspension for larger payload capabilities.
^^^ Love when the humor/sarcasm is missed...
New pickups have gotten fancy too expensive and use too much gas. Leaning towards getting a hybrid RAV4 and just use my utility trailer. That is if my 2001 Tacoma ever wears out.
Should've gotten a matrix if he wanted more space in the back.
My 03 Tacoma 2.7 has over 300k on it. It’s my daily driver and it has never left me stranded. Most reliable truck I have ever owned.
The 2.7 engine has enough power for me. Want to emerge on a highway or go up a large hill with the 2.7 w/automatic trans?, just put it in 3rd gear. no problem. Plus only thing I've had to do is put on brake pads a couple of times. 127,000 miles. Changed the oil every 5,000. I don't tow anything either. Judging by the comments people want a race truck or want to tow something really heavy. I want my truck to last a very long time.
Bought a new 22 Tacoma Sr access cab black 4x4 without the jump seats, bought it for the simplicity of it. The 2.7 I4 motor is plenty good for me, paid off, wanted that simple 4 banger before they disappeared, 15 minute do it yourself oil changes. Only 9400 miles on it. Have nothing bad to say about it. 6 foot bed comes in handy as well. Simple truck for my simple needs.
Shoulda just got a camry
Have 302k on my '17 4 banger Tacoma, was my old work truck bossman gave me after retiring it. I'll repair it when needed n keep it as long as parts are available, still drives like a new truck.
I have a 03 Tacoma 2.7, 220,000 and goes strong. Love it❤️
Agree with you, thats why I just got a 2022 with the 2.7b best engine Toyota ever put out.
@@victorbarranca2910 Just bought a SR 2.7 Taco in May . Has about 2,200 on it , and the 6 spd auto has smoothed out a LOT !!
I had a 2.7 Tacoma also, it was dependable, but a dog, it could'nt get out of it's own way.
Wouldn't get out of its own way nor very efficient, but reliable!!
@@indycharlie what's ur Instagram? Have a doubt about used Tacoma!!?
I bought a Dealer New 1988 4x4 Toyota pickup, back in '88. They were just called "Toyota pickups" back then. It came with a 4 banger & was quite the beast off road. It never got stuck , even when I tried to get it stuck. You could literally forge new trails if so desired. I still miss it today, but had to sell , due to a growing family. 😲😲😲
I'm never selling my 87 pickup! 22r for life!
I have a 86 SR5 Pickup, I got lucky and scored one with 117k original miles, currently at 145k after 5 years. The temptation is hard to sell it and buy a 4 banger Tacoma with the 2.7L, one hell of an upgrade compared to the 22RE, but I just can’t justify it knowing full will my little 86 will likely last another 20 years lol
@@felipetejeda7545 trust me *DON'T EVER SELL IT.* My friends seem to have alot of issues w/ their newer vehicles, me not so much w/ my 97' Outback & 00' Crown Vic. Sometimes older is better.😲😲😲
@@kalaikauai808 *SMART!* 😲😲😲
I could listen to Scott rant all day. Wise and hilarious.
He is a great mechanic, learned a lot from his videos, and he is quite the comedian , he got me laughing he was bashing EV's and was saying you don't want to get stranded in NO ELECTRICITY ZONE that was to funny.
The “rev up your engines” intro never get old. Feels like I’m about to watch and 80’s action movie…
Thank you for another insightful video Scotty . We dont have Toyota tacomas in Southern Africa , we have got the Toyota Hilux DVD diesel engines and those cars run forever had one for over 10 years and its never broken down runs like a dream . Toyota Hilux has proven itself over decades
True. Also most utes are on diesels cause they have the power and yet fuel economy. Have driven the Hilux and yes it has power even when feathering the throttle.
Californians moving to Nashville is a big part of what’s wrong with Nashville.
pfft, nashville needs all the help it can get
They did it to Oregon 😖
@@graveyardprospecting haters gonna hate
@@zentai5076 nah bro we were good before yall got here. Plz go back!
@@zentai5076 😆
Hello my Toyota Tacoma 2.7 2006 right now 641300 mileage still run perfect oil change every 6000 mile
I own the same year/engine Tacoma, may I ask what work has it needed since you have owned it and have you replaced the plastic water bypass pipe yet?
Sounds like a dream vehicle to me. My first vehicle I had (Dodge Dakota Sport ) for over 20 years. Gave it up for a growing family.
Many Blessings 🙏🇺🇸
Proud owner of a 4 banger with a full size backseat. Love it
I love my 2000 4cyl 5speed manual 2.7 Standard cab 4x4 Tacoma. It’s basic and extremely reliable without the electronics and frills with only 133,000 miles. Solid and great on gas considering it’s a 4x4.
I wish they made modern 4 cylinder tacomas with the 2.7L engine in manual 5 speed transmissions. I have an 86 pickup standard 5 speed, would be such a cool upgrade from my current 22re mini truck.
@@felipetejeda7545 I have a 2017 Tacoma SR that's 4x4 manual 4-cylinder. Great vehicle.
@@felipetejeda7545I have a 2001 four cylinder it's got the four cylinder engine and is a 4x4 the most reliable vehicle I've ever owned I just bought a new Tacoma this week it's got the v six so excited I can't sleep it's a beautiful truck inside and out.
@felipetejeda7545 I had an 1985 22RE Engine 5 speed manual in my Toyota truck. Used to run SCCA Road Rallies with it, gave it no mercy. It had 4 owners after me and ran with original engine, transmission, and rear axle, only needed clutch changes, to 460,000+ miles before last owner broke the frame hauling a load of firewood out of the woods. You can't kill those 4 cylinder Toyota engines as long as you change the oil and filter in them regularly and do the basic required maintenance on them.
@@Portuducks I have the same truck. The last of its breed. I have had six Tacoma’s, all of them 5speed manual and my 2017 has the best gas mileage. I just got 574 miles out of a tank of gas. I look forward to driving my Tacoma every day. I can’t help gloating about this truck when someone wants to talk to me about this truck. 99,000 miles original brakes, clutch, everything is original. I can’t say enough, enough said.
I love my reliable 4 dr base model 2018 i4 Full size Tacoma.
200000 miles and all I've done is oil changes every 5-6k & clean k&n air filter, new plugs @ 100k, new brake pads & shoes. Very well engineered 2.7L i4 engine & 2018 truck.
Scotty, thank you for your channel this Army veteran approves👍🏼
2.7 liter is a pretty good size for a 4
cylinder, I think he's right about it being
a good choice.
I got a 2019 2.7 tacoma. I love it
@dirty1994 assuming you bought it new, I have to say I got a much better deal on my truck.
I paid $20,050 (tax included/out the door) for a 2014, V6 4.0L, 4X4, access cab, SR5, with a front ram bar, skid plate, camper shell, and 21,000 miles.
Today it has 71,000 miles, or ~7000 miles a year. I get the same mileage.
@@sethbornekick rocks
@@marcJoel get ratioed.
My man scotty with the most informative videos ever, I learn alot from you
I have a 2007 Toyota Tacoma. V6 VTI. I change my oil every 4000 miles with mobile one full synthetic. I change my transmission fluid every 30,000 miles with Amsoil syn. And I change my diff and transfer case fluid every 30,000 with amsoil as well. My truck currently has 297,000 miles on it and I literally have had nothing and I mean nothing go wrong with the truck except for the back power window motor. Because my kids constantly play with that window when they were little lol. Just amazing trucks if you take care of them they will last forever
The new Tacoma’s transmission is sealed 🙄
@@davidb9323 They’re not sealed you just have to drain it and fill from the top of the tranny. Apparently you don’t know how to work on cars. I’m a mechanic. A sealed transmission is not a sealed transmission. You should learn something about cars
@@Allenroth1980 Doing that only replaces 3qts
Would you suggest I change the transmission fluid on my 1998 Tacoma with 210 miles.. I don’t know if it’s ever been changed. It definitely hasn’t in the last 70k miles I’ve owned it. Also is the differential fluid the same as the transfer case or are those two separate fluids?
I didn't know the 07 Tacos had power rear window didn't think that came out until much later. I too have the 07 TDR OFF ROAD SR5 4.0 ltr bullet proof.
'09 2.7, 5spd manual, 4x4 ... Love it in the snow...I don't have a little pickup truck to go fast or tow 10,000lbs... wouldn't trade it for any truck with a V8 and I bet it will outlast a new Ranger
I have a 2020 sr 4 cylinder 4x4 access cab . No complaints, gets me from A to B reliably
I have a 2.7 Taco Accent Cab, to fix power use ECT switch, love the mileage, maneuverability, durability
Well Scotty, it really depends on what you want the truck for. If you just want to run around town and make a run to the dump once in a while, fine, the 4-cyl will work great. But if you want to do the types of things with your truck, that most people want a truck for - hauling stuff, towing a trailer, boat, jet skis, etc. the V6 can do it easily and all the V6 models come equipped from the factory with the tow hitch and all wiring installed and ready to go. But with the 4-cyl, rear wheel drive, you can't do much of anything with it. And it's completely useless in the snow, so if you live anyplace that gets some snow, it's a waste of time because you can't drive it. Also, the V6 holds its value better and will be much easier to sell down the road if you don't need it anymore.
I got a 2019 4 cylinder and a year later sold it & got a 2018 Frontier v6 . Much happier all around except for gas mileage. Toyota was very , very slow . Took it to the mountains & it struggled. Have a small boat 1200 lbs and it pulled it ok but with the frontier I don’t know it’s back there. Also the Frontier is much more comfortable & rides better
@@bobafatt2155 my dad had a bunch of miles on his '16(ish) Frontier from work driving and recently traded it for a new one so he can retire in a couple years after paying it off without being stuck with a high mileage vehicle. Anyway, he seems to really like them.
@@bobafatt2155 Nissan is never ever the answer.....
@@Justin-kg9vp I don’t know about that .
I had a 13 Tacoma V6...I needed more power to tow...went to a V8 Tundra. 4WD is superior to rear wheel drive in a pickup. You will.know in the winter.
Hi Scottie I'm a mechanic up here in Canada . I bought a 2017 Tacoma with 100K and V6 engine . You are right ,it burns oil on start up and sounds like lifters clacking when its warm . Change the oil and filter every 3K miles . Its sad really
3.3 is best
I had a 4 cylinder Tacoma rental on vacation once, and would never own one. It struggled to merge onto the highway every single time, at full throttle. Big difference from the V6 I’m used to.
4clinder aare DOGS......DANGEROUS SLOW ON HIGHHIWAY, GREAT TRUCKS.........BUT NEEDS A V6..........
I drive a 4 cylinder 2022 Toyota Tacoma for work. It's soooo slow.
The Tundra with the 5.7 is no dog. That thing is a rocket 🚀 ship.
Drove my gramp’s 2014 Base 4 banger Double Cab 4x2 to haul my lawn mower to get it serviced. Felt like it had plenty of power for what it is. Didn’t really struggle to get on the freeway even when the on-ramp was uphill. That little 2tr-fe was revving it’s heart out while merging, but never felt like it couldn’t keep with other cars. I think it just varies from truck to truck.
The 4 cyl isn’t anywhere near as popular as the v6
Me: Do you expect me to drive an electric ⚡️ car ??
The government: No we expect you to own nothing and be happy!
🤯
Same year 4cyl I bought and very happy with it. More of an old school setup under the hood.
Only a 4 cyl xD
LA has about 360 days of sunshine a year. Widespread installation of household solar would help resolve the problem.
The electric companies are the problem, same here in Florida.
That would be to easy and a lot people would lose money 🙄
When I looked into getting my roof replaced I looked at a Tesla roof and it was three times the price, and that did not include storage batteries. The Tesla roof only had a 10 year electric output guarantee and 20 year leakproof warranty (a standard asphalt shingle roof is warrantied for 30 years). I'd never recoup the cost in my lifetime, so nope.
I have a 2017 5speed manual 4x4. Last year the manual was made. If I buy another one I won’t be selling this one
At first I didn’t like the 4cylinder. I thought it was sluggish. Now I love it.
Sane here, my 2022 SX has 2k on it now and I am getting 23 mpg and has enough power for me.
If there's a diesel variant, give that one a go! You'll love it!
I had a 2014 SR5 4 cylinder and now I have a 2022 SR5 4 cylinder and they have never let me down. Slow for some people but I want it to be dependable and to last- It remains to be seen if the new turbo engines in the 2024 will be as dependable.
I bought a 2022 Toyota Tacoma 4 cyc. And I love it . Thank You for this video much appreciated 👍
Does the 23 and the 22 have the new dynamic force technology he was talking about 2:43
I owned an '00 Tacoma Prerunner ExCab (automatics only for that model year) with the 2.7L. Loved the appearance of the truck and it's reliability. However, that engine with an auto tranny is pretty much a dog for interstate merges or extended uphill interstate climbs.
Only thing I didn't care for about it. A manual tranny would've made it a better driving experience. Sold it w/over 100k mi. Replaced a starter and that was about it (for 11 years).
I have a 2017 gen 3 tacoma with a 4cyl 5 speed manual the dealer didn't want me to get it telling me I wouldn't be happy he just didn't want to go searching for it but I had great luck with that engine and set up and always had good luck with and after 7 years I wouldn't sell it for the world it's more than zippy enough for me I have no trouble merging on the highway and I got cruse control for free I set it at 70 a have no trouble keeping up with traffic.
For the light duty stuff like no trailer, but a few bags of mulch or a kayak and some camping gear, a 4 banger toyota truck would be fine for me. Anything more, better get the V6. If anything more than that, just get a Tundra and never buy another truck.
Had a 2009 4cyl 4x4 manual. Towed a trailer with my 4wheeler some and it definitely didn't like it. Lol loved the truck tho. About 22mpg was all I got.
@@downtowndrewbrown7129 I had an 06 RWD 4cyl sr5 and I pulled an overloaded 5x8 trailer across Canada with it and it handled it fine. The only place I was somewhat worried was the very hilly areas of Northern Ontario where I had to have it in 2nd at 4000 RPM to make it up. I did recently upgrade to a 15' TRD offroad and the v6 is substantially more powerful.
Anything more, I'll go for a diesel! More pulling power than the equivalent 4 banger gasoline but uses less fuel than a V6 gasoline.
@@t8polestarcyan22 In the UK, you could buy a VW Golf with 3 different size diesel engines and one of them is a six cylinder diesel.
@@trutrek913 Well that case I might as well go for a good 2nd hand e-Golf or an ID 3. No need for long range in a small car.
I have the 4 cyl manual.. geared high for gas mileage but it works for everything I need a truck for. I’ve hauled scrap iron, pulled my atv. Went through the bachelor loop in Colorado.. did just fine…
I have a similar 08 Tacoma but mine is a V6. I love that truck.
A buddy of mine is a tech at a Toyota dealer. He gets in the 3.5s all the time. He says he rarely works on the 2.7s. Although pressured by many salesman how better the 3.5 Is, I went with the 2.7 because it truly is a much more proven engine.
@Antoine Brosseau Ditto
I have a runner and I am glad they stayed with the 4 liter. 5 speed transmissions suck in the mountains or towing though.
Wouldn't get out of its own way nor very efficient, but reliable!
@@RohanSanjith doesn't matter for owners who long-term reliability and less drama in ownership
same 👍
Heyy Scotty and everyone may I say I’m a proud owner of a Toyota Tacoma myself!. It’s a 2018 SR with the Access cab and 2.7liter in 2WD. I bought it at 77,000 miles for around 25,000 earlier this year. I was in a rush to get another vehicle because I was working, if I could make some adjustments I would, like get a 4WD model and i would probably not get Super white even though I keep the truck clean. Anywho who else is a proud Tacoma owner no matter the year, generation, spec etc🤔👏🏾.
Hmm... I paid $26,500 for 22 SR 2.7 in May . There was a $500 off deal at the time though . Was $27,000 MSRP
@@indycharlie congrats to you on Tacoma, my friend👏🏾, it’s a admirable truck and I could care less about what the haters say about the Tacoma, it’s solid, utilitarian, and just works for me and my situation. One of the my favorite things about the Tacoma is they still have the old cruise control stock that Toyota been using for years. Also what color did you get yours in, if you don’t mind me asking?
@@Virtusstrong White was the only color they had at the time . Black bumper like the one in this video . Same " access " cab with no back seat , which what I wanted ! I am a backpacker , and have made a bed with 2'x 4' -3/4 "plywood laying ON the " built in " storage compartments. Then I have two of the RIGHT height , storage containers on the floor . To make the sleeping area flat . Works great , and I can put meals , fuel and extra items in the storage " containers " that support the Plywood . I just wish the " access " cab doors , had windows that cracked open like my Tundra . I also LOVE that there is a way to have standard Cruise control !! I do tow a fishing boat once in a while , and it does fine . Though only 10 miles or so to the lake :D Congrats to you as well .. LONG LIVE TACO'S :D .. gubs
@@indycharlie yeah the dealership I bought it from only had that one Tacoma in super white at least from what I saw. I bought the truck in FL because at the time I was living there. I’m now back living in VA. The owner who has it before me did some mods of his own; he added 4 subs in the where the seats would have been, and LED light strip below the grille, and I believe it has ambient lighting. I’ve added a tow hitch, tonneau cover, matte black lettering for the tailgate and the wind deflectors for the windows, I reckon next I’ll put some mud flaps on it.the Tacoma is my daily and normally drive on the interstate cruising anywhere from 65-72 mph and I get amazing fuel economy, I’m happy gas is some what going down 💀😭.Thank you as well long live the Tacos👏🏾😂🌮
@@Virtusstrong Yeah , I saw someone say his had trouble " keeping up " on the Interstate ?! I have only drove like 300 miles one way on the Interstate . But I set it at 77 , and it hums along . Does play around shifting on bigger hills though . Flat(ish ). It just hums along :D Have a great W/E .... Gubs
The Tacoma's resale value is also legendary.
I love the 2GRFE 3.5 v6 its a powerful powerplant and still fuel efficient ...
Just got a new 23’ Tacoma sr 4x4 v6 double cab. Love it so far
This Taco is almost identical to mine except I have the 2022 version of this truck. Same color etc.
My girlfriend's 2003 V6 Tacoma has 342,000 miles. Still going strong!
What’s wrong with the Tacoma? That’s a great car. Plus we’re talking about Toyota, the king of reliability.
tacoma is awesome, except the mpg
The current generation has been plagued with transmission problems in 2016-2017 as well as rear diff problems. The new 3.5 has been much more problematic in its early years vs the 2.7.
@@harysuper I think the word ‘plagued’ might be exaggerating just a tad.
Not liking the shift logic is not a mechanical transmission problem, it upshifts quickly for gas mileage.
@@Shakerhood69 so slipping and clunking is for MPG?
The advantage of an electric water pump though is that if there is an issue it the ECM can detect it and report it to the driver before it becomes a problem. Especially with cars that don't have a temp gauge (some don't these days) you're relying on sensors to tell you that the car is overheating (unless you see steam coming from the engine ,but then it's probably too late). Plus electric water pumps can allow the pump to continue to pump coolant around to cool the engine and not be directly corelated to the engine speed so meaning if you're doing a lot of stop and go driving or low-speed driving, an electric water pump may be a good option, because it can vary the speed independent of the drive system.
No
@@mrdestro7283 Why "NO?". I don't like all the new modern technology all that much, but he's got a valid point regarding coolant flow after a high speed drive, and then suddenly having to stop for roadworks or something.
I have to agree with you as you actually did your homework. Just because it's electric doesn't mean it's not as reliable, i have fancy gizmos in my 05 LS430 that still work brand new. It's a Toyota, i wouldn't be surprised if it's actually more reliable than the mechanical pump
@@angeljaimes9703 Could very well be. I've seen many a blown Toyota engine due to mechanical water pump failure (leakage)
@@Bubbles12345-cat no he don't. You just don't understand how the cooling system works.
Same year but double cab. I do think the Tacoma is starting to get too heavy for the 4 cyl. but it’s a good truck.
@@icosthop9998 yeah around the city and by yourself it's fine. Put another person or two and some gear and then try to pass on the highway or other situations of the sorts. It's the same problem I have with the RAV4 when they took away the V6 it really truly is fine for most daily driving but it's not enough on the highway especially when you have to maneuver around other people
@Paul no the newest one isn’t bad. I have a 4th gen , I wouldn’t call it a dog or anything but 25/30 more hp is definitely something I would like and they did do that on the 5th gen.
@Paul yes and no, it’s paid off and i would probably want a 2020 and up because I know the 19s had some small issues, but then that puts me close to some other cars I would rather have like a 4Runner so I just will probably hold onto it for a while like the original plan to drive it as long as possible.
I would love to get a little four banger but the fact is there's just not that many around. If you ask people you always hear "meh...I would never get a 4 cyl truck, too weak, I need the hauling power, who would ever buy that?" Despite that you'll find one 4 cyl for sale for every 10 or 12 V6s and when they do pop up, they're gone in a heartbeat.I would love to know the actual production numbers. Toyota needs to be cranking out more of these.
The problem is there’s wayyy to many people who buy these full-size pickup trucks or heavy duty’s and NEVER use it to haul/tow anything. I had a co worker who bought a Ford F250 and only used it to drive it from work and back home.. better been off with a ranger
Depends on the use. Friends that have these massive Silverados rarely trailer anything or even use the bed. Meanwhile I appreciate the "U" part of "SUV" as my xterra is mostly used for towing or hauling, in which case, the 6 cylinder was pretty crucial (had considered a 4, glad I passed).
I have 2008 Tacoma v6 Prerunner with over 222,000 and it still drives like new.
Come on Scotty our state Texas had to deal with its crappy electrical grid as well --- who would have thought this could happen to the energy capitol of the US!!! Keep the videos coming!
Takes plenty of electricity to refine oil too....scottys just a dinosaur.
Electricity is that magic source of energy. It just comes out of the air. Doesn't it?
But most of the electricity comes from Coal and nuclear energy.. not windmills and solar panels..
It does when there is lightning 🌩
If Nikola Tesla had finished the job, it may have.
I'm pretty sure it's made with Fairy Dust.
I love the way cool "shade of blue" on Scottys sons new pick-up. It really pops.😲😲😲
I can go 75 mph on my tacoma v6 long bed double cab and still get around 22-26 mpg.
I got one of these from my work. It may not be flashy but its like having a car with a truck bed.
Scotty I had an ‘07 Tacoma 4wd, 4.0, automatic. I kick myself every day for trading it on a ‘17 3.5 automatic. Had the ‘07 for 5 years. I bought a Silverado 1500 17 months later that I love. Maybe a 4 cylinder Tacoma drives smoother than the v6 3.5. 4.0 was outstanding
If you buy a 4 banger in a truck get a 5spd manual, my 95' Sonoma V6 auto is rust free & does everything for me..
@Deckard yup haul firewood, landscaping, etc $300 a year for insurance..
Scotty: he left California (a wise move) and moved to Nashville.
Me: as someone who lives in California, I instantly laughed at the shade thrown by Scotty and I couldn't agree more. GET ME OUT OF HERE!!!
2011 tacoma 2.7 5 speed manual.............love it.
Scotty Kilmer , Can you please do a segment to talk about Toyota's "sealed" transmissions ? They have no dip-sticks for the transmissions but supposedly you can still changed the fluid.
Check out the care care nut, he had a couple of videos on it
Warm up the car, drain fluid, measure how much came out n refill
Go to car care nut on TH-cam, certified Toyota Master and there's a video showing you had to do it
awesome 2.7L, 4-cylinder 2TR-FE engine !!
Need to Vote Gavin Newsome OUT OF OFFICE ..
Best of luck with that with Hollyweird in your state
@@TheSleepingonit you didn’t just go there MrHirschweird dope 😂😂😂you voted for didn’t you 😂😂😂
Newscum is destroying California. Along with Pelosi and Mad Max Waters.
Need a clean election...
Why he's gonna make electric vehicles mandatory so I never have to deliver freight there again then Cali will collapse
I bought this same truck expect the 2012 version (only 15 grand), almost at 200k miles thanks Scotty!! 🤙🤙
The reason power is being shut off in parts of California is because the power companies haven't maintained the power lines and have started some huge fires.
@@captinbeyond Windmills must be placed where there is wind which is not necessarily close to cities. Solar panels should be on every possible roof in addition to solar farms. My house has been off grid solar for over 30 years.
Check plastic pipe leading to heater core from thermostat housing. Plastic disintegrates. Dorman makes an all metal replacement. Check other plastics under the hood like fasteners on fan shroud. They disintegrate too. A Toyota wide issue.
Idk scotty I've seen the v6 d4s in the tacos with over 400k miles with no issues. I think they have the dual injection down pretty good.
Does anyone else hate the extended cab trucks? I am not knocking crew cabs, but a foot of room behind a truck seat is useless COMPARED to having an extra foot in the bed of the truck. Standard cabs are superior, IMHO
"When the government is going wild". Well said, Scotty, that's what we have here in Spain, or worse.
my first "NEW" vehicle was a 2006 Taco....first truck was a ford ranger "used" ....Mistake.....next was 2 used Toyota pickups...then took the plunge for my NEW truck....still have the lil truck and love it....nothing major in repairs just PM's and a few gaskets ....best purchase i have EVER MADE.....those days are gone im afraid..nothing will last as long as my 2006 has lasted..
I've never even considered a 4-cylinder truck, but am now considering it.
263k miles , last for sure
I concur with @daviddietsch here at 259k on my 08
My 1985 22-RE 4 cylinder lasted 460,000+ miles on its 4th owner after me, engine was still fine, frame broke hauling a truckload of firewood out of the woods.
Exactly! There's no infrastructure here in Canada for electric as well. EV suck here with the cold weather. The battery technology isn't there yet....Far from green!
I just sold my 2020 Taco 4cyl. It was gutless on the Hwy too much truck too small motor. Best Milsage I ever saw was 19.9 however I got every penny I paid for it.
Scotty, the bed is made of composite material. It's not a liner.
I had a 4 cylinder Tacoma and now a 4 door Tacoma with the V-6. My V-6 gets way better gas mileage than the 4cyl ever did, your foot is always in it to try to get it to move.
Same year?
Scotty can be a choir master too 🤣🤣
One day I’m going to get a Tacoma. Huge Toyota fan
Same here, it's just so expensive
🤣.
Last year bought a 2001 Tacoma 4banger with 93k miles on it. it's a beach truck so not so pretty (rust) but for $5,600.. I'm in love. Looking to buy a newer Tacoma as well and this video has talked me off the fence of getting a V6. The RWD seems to be the way as the other option is 4WDemand, which means you are driving in 2WD most of the time anyways.
I’ve got a 2011 4 cylinder Tacoma. Definitely limits what you can do with it versus a V6. Mines a standard transmission. Wouldn’t want a 4 cylinder with an automatic.
Scotty I have a 2017 SR tacoma 4x4 5speen manual with the 4cl 2.7> I am the original owner. 21000 miles and love this truck. Always had oil chages by the dealer with synthetic oil. What do you think ?
"I could have had a V8!"
Just purchased a 2017 4cy 4x4 access cab and love it. The ECT does help when climbing hills and passing. Made in TX.
My 2021 4runner was made in Japan. It's a well built unit. I plan to have it forever.
Yeah that's our goal right now to get a 4Runner I heard the new ones not only won't have a back window that rolls down but will be made in Mexico
Scotty, i couldn't agree with you more on the electric cars. Being an electrician, I've been telling people this for years. Yet it's the future
Agreed. The only way electric vehicles will ever work is if one day viable fuel cells are the power source.
As an electrician you should know that most cars are charged by night when A/C is turned down. There are lots of capacity in the grid for normal use cases. Over here more than 90% of the cars are electric and it increases the load on the grid by around 10%.
Tesla is the benchmark of cars, if it’s not the future we are doomed.
@@travelguy78 maybe true for your country, but Americans are the on demand plan.
@@billmoretz8718 on demand plan? After living in the US I know very well that there are off peak rates. That US basically the utility company trying to use the spare capacity in the grid.and most charging is done at night, so it's much less of a problem than what most people think
When you talk about the Ford EcoBoost wearing out fast, you should specify the 4 cylinder engines in their smaller models, not the V6's in their pickups.
Problem with the 2.7 is you can only haul 3500 pounds at max.
which is what you should use a smaller truck for. want to tow more, buy a full size. A decent sized utility trailer with a couple ATVs or a big zero turn is till only around 2000 pounds.
@@999benhonda don’t have to buy a full size truck just get the 3.5 Tacoma. Gas mileage is about the same but you have a 6500 towing capacity. I have the 2.7 just sold my 2 atvs and the aluminum trailer. Bought a sXs and a new enclosed trailer weighting in at 3300 top of the limit of my 2.7. My 2023 Sport was built on the 19 of January 2023 . Waiting for it to arrive.
@@douglasbaker5949 The 3.5 is also twice as expensive as the 2.7.
My wife's 2018 camry has an electronic water pump and 8spd transmission, I wish we would have bought a 2017🤦♂️
Great video scotty keep it up!
I love your content and your energy! Keep it up 👍🏼
Love your wisdom Scotty
The end of personal vehicle ownership is coming, hence no need for a reliable grid for evs
I bought a brand new 4 cylinder Tacoma in 2016. I loved the truck around the city, but it was horrible on the highway. It would downshift and couldn’t reliably hold 75 MPH with my wife and dogs in the pickup. I ended up getting a Tundra because I hated the 4 cylinder Tacoma power. I always felt like I was pushing the truck too hard without speeding on the highway .
Also, not a big fan of the drum brakes, they wore out prematurely and it cost me over $2k to repair other parts that were damaged by drum brakes going out so soon.
Interesting , I bought 2.7 SR Taco ( 2022 ) in May . I can set the cruise on 77 , and it hums along .
@@indycharlie You must be skinnier.
@@chuckwalla2967 :D . I don't know , but I live in Mid Michigan , and have no problems . Does it purr like my 5.7 Tundra did .. no. I had a 82 HiLux at one time . This things screams , compared to that :D Have a good one .. Gubs
Brakes
@@indycharlie maybe no big long hills where you live?
Got the same truck but with a 5speed manual. Drives good, the motor def lacks power but it’s a nice truck can’t lie about that.
Love the Cali rant! Lol! Nashville needs to be careful that it doesn’t turn into the next California
The “S” slot on the shifter in the Tacomas don’t change gears manually! It is simply a gear limiter. For instance, if you were to put the shifter to number 4, the truck will shift automatically through gears 1-4 (keep in mind it is a 6 speed transmission). If he were to put it on number 6, it would be the exact same as having it it “D” because it will shift normally through gears 1-6. It only looks like he was shifting the gears manually in the video because he had the truck past the rpm range it would shift normally in, so the truck will automatically shift into the next gear when he allows it to. Just thought I’d let y’all know!! :)
The shift range from third to 5th gear is awful. If you are using cruise, and going up a slight hill, the truck will just keep shifting between 4th and 5th. Or 3rd to 4th. It allows itself to shift at such a low rpm.
Pretty sure son’s don’t listen to dads
When I turned 35 I was amazed at how much my father had learned since I was 18. 🤣🤣
Scotty is right about the four banger Toyota PU. I bought a new one in 1979, put on 140K absolutely trouble free miles, sold it to my brother in law and he drove it over 60K trouble free miles and really didn't maintain it as he should have. I bought another SR5, this one was the one ton model and it also gave me thousands of trouble free miles before I sold it. I needed a larger PU to pull a trailer, otherwise I would have kept the one ton model. The Toyota PU in my world was the definition of bulletproof. Thank you Scotty for your informative and humorous reviews. I'm from California and have no plans on moving. During my career in national sales, I traveled to many states and California has the diverse environment and weather that can't be beat. However, my main complaint is the high housing costs.
I never knew they made those back then. I remember I helped restore an 85 Toyota pickup all it had on decals was 4x4 and another mid late 80s model one from a junkyard about 15 years ago. I never recall seeing a name on those small trucks. But man where they fast. I hate manuals but those trucks and even the 90s model Rangers where so fun to drive on test drives when we where fixing them up. Unlike the Firebirds and Camaros I decided to keep instead. I should have kept the Ranger.
I agree, the 2.7 is one of the best engines Toyota put out, just bought a 2022 SX 4x4, traded my 2020 Tacoma 3.5 for this 4 cyl. because I hated the canister oil filter and the fact I had to drop the skid plate every time I changed the oil. Fantastic truck.
Do you ever feel like you wish you had the power of the V6 back or has the 4cyl been plenty fine?
@@davidlavery8336 I have had several Tacoma's some v6's and some 4 Cyl's, I usually get a new truck every three years I don't tow anything so I don't miss the V6. I agree with Scotty, if you are towing the V6 may be a better choice but a pain to service. I have no regrets so far with the 2.7. I only have 2k on it but love it.
Cut a hole in the skid plate and have a trap door. Would be better for filter access
It is only 4 bolts to get to the oil canister. I would rather have that than plastic
Cut a hole in the skid plate to access the filter. Toyota makes an OEM aluminum filter housing if your gripe is with the one being plastic. Also there’s a few conversion kits out there to remove it for a traditional filter
My 2003 Frontier 2.4 4cylinder 5 speed manual is a really good ole truck also.
The silly thing about electric water pump and oil pump: an alternator drives the electric water pump and oil pump.
Mechanical water pumps and fans make more fuel economy. Recirculation reduces hot spots. Allowing more spark advance. The mechanical fan can pull more air than an electric fan with no electrical losses.
On the other hand a more complex serpentine belt arrangement with more pulleys may largely negate that.
The reduction in pulleys on the front of the engine should provide more space to work in, but of course they will fill that space with something else if they don't eliminate it entirely.
@@Starchface pulleys are cheaper and more reliable than electric motors. Oil pumps are usually mounted directly to the crankshaft. No pulley required.
Scotty has to pick a lane…..he’s all over the place…….this one ain’t aging well because he’s pissed the 6th generation of 4Runner may go turbo 4
Well even Toyota Quality is not what it used to be these days old Scooter boy!
I agree with Scotty. Electronics degrade over time. I do like the electric fans though, when you are in stop and go traffic the electrics keep your water temps down.
Toyota’s hardly ever break . My brother who is a Toyota technician is laughing in kitchen
@@danielmeador1991 lol I feel ya my brother comes to his house exhausted they are little better then most but not apple pie and rainbow unicorns
People be acting like Toyota's are hand crafted by God smh🤦🏻♂️
@@abelbenzo lol right 😂😂