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Since we both own a 3rd gen and 4th gen. I agree on everything you said. Don’t knock until you drive the 4th gen. I did get the taco sport loaded 50k out the door. Paid no mark up and even got them to remove that $1200 gap insurance.. night and day diff. Soooooo many trolls just running their mouth without even owning either one. And the worst ones are the 3rd gen 2022-2023 owner because their butt hurt trying to justify that their newly taco is now an old dinosaur.. it’s just facts. These new taco is the shisnits.. lol
@@noxnyc23 it definitely looks promising! I'd consider the 3rd gen a dinosaur in a good way. I do enjoy it's simplicity. I don't particularly want a turbo but I understand why it's there. Looking forward to mine!
We have a 23 and 24 off road. I think anyone that is unbiased will admit the 4gen addressed and fixed most issues people had with the 3rd gen. Of course here come the ones who think that can be done without raising the price or say turbos won’t last. I dislike the smaller fuel tank and would have liked to see a 400 mile range per tank.
I’ve been seeing the internet slowly accept the 4th gen more and more. I’m enjoying the early reports I trust. I believe we have a good gen ahead of us. Of course, only true time will tell.
If you are okay with the range you had in the third gen, you will have the same range in the 4th. I came from a ‘22, and not only does the new one easily meet or exceed the range of the previous truck, it’s cheaper to fill up too 😂. I’m convinced that all the haters of this truck are either just plain haters or they haven’t tried it for themselves. I liked my ‘22 a lot, but the new one is a better truck in every way. And for those complaining about the price… don’t get one that’s fully loaded! For comparison, I had a fully loaded trd OR premium with MT 3rd gen taco, the truck was just under $50K. The new one is a fairly base model trd OR with MT that was right around $44K. I wish it had the leather seats, but you don’t need em! The cloth seats are plenty comfortable. You don’t need a power tailgate! The new tailgate is light as a feather. You don’t need a tiny rear sliding window! Mine does have the 14” screen, and I’d argue whether you need that too, but it is nice 😂. Things you can get that I kind wish mine had… trail cameras (would be nice with the big screen too), front sway bar disconnect, power aux switches… that’s it! Oh, and definitely don’t get all the add on crap like side steps, spray on bed liner, and other stuff you don’t need. The truck is priced the exact same way as the previous generations accounting for inflation. Interest rates are high, so save up!
@@kevinbradley8613 I am not happy with the range in either. I usually refuel at 350 miles in my 2024 and it is already in the reserve by then. Luckily it has over 2 gallons in reserve so I can get to Costco.
@@kevinbradley8613HI sir. I have a TRD sport 22 that I really like and I get 30 mpg with the way I drive. I have a TRD air accelerator intake, kn drop in filter, a tonnel cover and I use mmo in the gas. I have test drove a TRD sport premium 24 and I really like all of the improvements that they have made to it. I am going to be 70 in 1 week so I don't mind alot of the extras that come with the premium package.
that is the only way the 2024 would be worth buying. maybe when the rotten potato is gone, sanity will return to the EPA. until then, this is what we are stuck with.
I’ve had tacos for 20 odd years with regards to your comment about the lack of an engine cover. I want to point out that I have a couple of third gen’s With that pretty cover and let me tell you the mice love to nest up under and chew the wire that is about $3000 an incident so I’ll pass on the pretty cover
Solid point for sure. My 3rd gen is garaged in New York while I finish packing my Colorado house before the final move. You can bet your britches I have several mint packs under the hood and in the cabin and numerous rat posions in that garage. Visiting my 3rd gen will be their last stop on their little rat pilgrimage.
I have a TRD sport 22 and I really like it but I really like the improvements that Toyota has done on the 24. I test drove a TRD sport premium 24 and I really like it. I get 30 mpg with my 22 for the way I drive. I have a TRD air accelerator intake, a kn filter and I use mmo in the gas and I have a tonnel cover. @@teamoildrop
Great review, But I feel for the price increase they really didn't fix anything and the 3ed gen is still a better buy. There's some stuff I wish I had on my 3rd gen Rear defrost, tow brakes but all the other stuff I've already installed on my truck. The long bed is one thing I couldn't find in 2022 in Lunar Rock. Finding long beds in Minnesota is not easy for upper trims seems like the east and west coast gets them all. You're getting the right color that's the color that looks good on the 4th gen.
Thanks! I do partially agree... the price increase is definitely abrupt. I take into consideration everything else in this world got more expensive in the last 4 years including the cost of manufacturing, materials, and labor. Heck, I tried to get some leaf removal for a house I am not living at yet and TWO companies without visiting my 1 acre lot quoted me off the cuff $1-1.5k... On that note, a 2022 TRD OR will still pull $38-45k with low miles EASILY according to carvana, carmax, and local ads. With a base price of a 2024 TRDOR being 43k... well, the decision is yours to make. I got everything I wanted (pretty much everything but leather for a hair under $48k when you don't count documentation and transport fees.
What do you mean they didn't fix anything on the 4th Gen ? They literally fixed -chassis rust issue and rigidity -fixed suspension comfort -added sway bar disconnect -added cameras everywhere for offroading - made the truck modular so you can customize easier -made the wheel wells easier to add bigger tires stock without mods -They improved interior comfort and modernized the Interior. -fixed the 6 speed transmission with a 10speed that doesn't search gears. -they made a 4cylinder with a commercial turbo with extra cooling added kick the crap out of the old v6. Seen a vid of a 2023 or tacoma getting destroyed by the non hybrid 4cylinder tacoma sport - they fixed so many things so please don't lie because you're biased. Be honest the only thing we don't know is the reliability of everything they've "fixed" improved on the 24 tacoma. They also made the 24 taco pro dessert racing moab ready off the dealership. They added performance air Intake and performance exhaust stock they've changed alot from last year and have alot of justification to raise prices for what they've added and the costs of covid and inflation etc. All the trucks have their negatives and positives but you cannot say the 4th gen tacoma did not fix anything from 3rd gen tacoma. Transmission alone was fixed and like I said above so much more and more that I missed. With time we will see if the fixes and changes were worth it though. I'm still nervous and wondering if I should wait until 2026.
@@canadaspy007 they still have the a/c dripping on the frame, The frame is still going to rust but now you won't see it. Let's put offset on the wheels and fender flairs on and say it's 2" wider. Weld the hitch to the frame so it drags. Say its ground clearance is more by putting spacer and larger tires on. Take two cylinders away and get the same gas mileage. The Tacoma was good looking but we have no talent like Hollywood so we'll just make a smaller version of the Tundra. Suspension was fine Seat Jackers took care of seat angle. OTT took care of the Trans. Both still suck that you can't use the rear locker in HIGH. I can with Anytime Locker. Do you know if they fixed going into 4 LOW? Why didn't they put in 4 high auto or front locker.
@@cbayless4294 Id have to disgree with this. The 4thgen wont be perfect but it damn near fixed most of the older gen issues. Almost all the major ones. Rear seating and range are still lacking but thats more a midsize truck thing. i have a 2019, which i love. Ive driven a 4th gen 3 times now. If money was no issue id trade up for for a 2025 with little fuss. Its a much nicer and more capable truck. Beefier frame, disc brakes, more payload, way more down low torque, bigger bed, more comfortable driving position. This will have way more tuning potential. With a software tune you could easily get over 300 HP/350 TQ on this engine. How is this not an improvement over the last gen? Its a complete redesign from the ground up, its going to come at a cost
@@YerBoyTroy But like you said it's not worth the extra money that 19 of yours should still make a good dent in the loan. It's a truck not a Cadillac just keep it simple. You can't reach in the bed with a 3rd gen so lets make the side higher and say it's got more cargo area. Payload is sh** compared to ford or chevy! and what maybe 2-3 hundred more over 3rd Gen. I don't have any complaints about the third gen. Has done everything I needed it to do. Stops just fine with drum brakes. If I wanted a The Tundra look I would have spent the extra 10k. Would have but didn't like the look or V6. Thank God that thing is ugly or in 22 I might have got it instead.
Found this video and channel while searching for unbiased 24 taco content. We take delivery on a 24 Trd Off-road 4x4 on Thursday. We ordered similar trim to what you ordered it sounds like. I really look forward to your DYI stuff on the new trucks. Got a new subscriber in me! Keep it up!
I just went to the dealership here in CA looking for a used 8 cylinder Tundra. The rep said why not the new Tundra, and I politely said Toyota is working on a recall due to debris in the motor. We go on talking for about 15-20 mins and in the mid way point of the convo he gave a thumbs down on even the Tacoma 2024. The rep used to race cars as a hobby and said the turbo is going to overwork the 4 cylinder and that maintenance is going to cost $$$ overtime. I drive a 3rd gen Taco myself. It’s interesting as to why Toyota is forcing everyone to a turbo. Bronco’s and Rangers are going that direction too.
im curious, why does this have to be the case? Civics have been using 4 cyclinder turbos for over 10 years now, still one of the top low maintenance cars. Its a pretty slow engine (t24a in the tacoma), most of the work will be done by the gearing. How exactly is this going to be an over stressed engine? Ill argue on the price for sure, new taco is just too expensive for what it is, but from a reliability angle this doesnt seem to be a crazy complicated engine
@@YerBoyTroy some of the turbos on civics go out around 30k ,i mean if you spending 50k on a truck you shouldn't have problems except fluid changes for at least 150k
The salesman is rather incorrect. While Im not a fan of the 4cyl turbo, this engine was designed from its inception as a turbo engine. Most in the past were turbo after thoughts. Greg
BO is best color. Reminds me of the coveted spruce mice 2nd gen I had. To find a TRDOR long bed in BO… I had to hunt for months and finally found one in Wyoming. They were all pre sold. And now mine is. 4th gen videos you will get!
I don’t know why you would want a engine cover all they do is trap heat in the engine bay not only that all your wires and electrical the coating on the wires will dry out quicker
That's the most I've ever heard the word "Unbiased" in a video haha, but great review gentlemen! I'm definetly more on the open minded side of the whole 4 cylinder, turbo stuff. I don't believe the turbo will be good for the engine in the long run, but that's my opinion. Also, the price difference is mind blowingly bad. These trucks should be roughly around the 30-35K range, but again, just my opinion. But other than those negatives, I'm very optimistic about these after they work the kinks out of them. I own a second gen Tacoma, so I'll be sticking with my baby for a long, long time. Cheers gentlemen, and God bless.
Wait till you see what the sued market for the late model 3rd gens are.... yikes. Often asking higher than the MSRP of a base TRDOR 2024! Enjoy that 2nd gen and thanks for the words!
@@teamoildrop That insanity has been going on since I got my '21. Like your wife my wife is not game to touch wrench on cars but she's she' considers car shopping her forte. She has taken an airplane to buy 3 or 4 cars in the family. So.... in abut in 2 days when I said, "Damn it, I'm done w/ my Frontier (her pick), I want o go back to Tacoma, she said, "Those used prices are NUTS were buying new ('21 OR Premium)" So currently I was not aware what "used" has done, that's depressing to see. All I had to do was make consistent comments while in her Subaru Outback Touring XT (Turbo 2.4 L engine - sound familar? - but it's not in amid size truck) "This damn thing has no room upfront to put anything while driving, no space for sunglasses, wallet, forget the damn iPhone." It truly does not, it's so damn unergonomic., up front. Plus giant menu screen - all touch - again, non intuitive. Now she's using this to get rid of it, dropping subtle hints. I've been pointing out nice Rav 4's "Too small, I want bigger" "For what? We are empty nesters, now" "You said there's no place to put anything" "I meant up front, not the whole damn car!" oh boy😒
I'm curious what you mean by being quieter. When I rented a 3rd generation, it was loud standing beside it at start up. It was like an old-school belt-driven radiator fan constantly moving air. The agricultural sound of the new generation will take some getting used to. It seems to have a lot of clatter as opposed to many 4 cylinders I've owned that had a smooth, little sewing machine vibe to them.
Great question. It’s got the trademark tick sound the 3rd gen has, but it’s overall a bit quieter under the hood for me. It’s a terrible day to explain with all that wind and the camera doesn’t really capture it correctly.::
@@teamoildrop Informative video (link). He interviews a gentleman who designs and test these new turbo engines. The clip in the interview on how they stress these turbo engines in testing (then even tilt engine back and forth for "oil slosh" while running the hell out of it) is a real "yikes", I would assume Toyota is doing the same: czcams.com/video/jSheFdCs-lc/video.html
I have 2022 SR5 V6 2WD, I need to go up to 4x4, but not sure if I wanted to pull the trigger on trading it yet for 2024. I’ll just wait couple more months. Thanks for posting
I TEST DROVE this new 4th gen & I love the transmission but I dislike that it drives like a passenger car instead of a truck. To be fair & unbiased this is because I have own trucks for over 20yrs & I’m used to that real truck feel. Besides my 3rd gen V6 daily driver for work I still go Overlanding in my trusted 2005 1st gen Sequoia that fits the whole family comfortably with lots of leg room unlike the back of this new 5th gen Taco, that’s just being honest. Plus when I turn her on for our weekend trip & hear the roar 🦁 of the V8 exhaust, I fall in love ❤️ all over again with Toyota V8’s.
The sport suspension felt similar to my 5100 setup which felt quite nice. I was also pleasantly surprised by the good noise from the engine... while it barely bled into the cabin, when you hit that ags you could hear it and it didn't sound like a whimp surprisingly
I really wish they would have just fixed the obvious flaws of the 3rd gen without the unnecessary layers of complexity. not to say it isn’t a nice truck, but complexity and price(especially option package pricing and hybrid up charge) pushed me away from the brand and to the truck most like a 3rd gen with it’s flaws fixed, a Nissan Frontier Pro4X. great review, subscribing now 👍🏻
Welcome to the team brother and nice truck. What was a couple of your biggest complaints of the 3rd gen? Mine was it's outright gutless (pre-tune) behavior.
@@3GFinn Technically, they can do what they want - it's the "bribe" checks aka incentives for them to comply. Obviously Nissan bet different. V6, no turbo.
Thanks for the honest review, it was refreshing compared to the click bait videos already out there. I am completely satisfied with my 2024 Tacoma off-road, your comments were spot on.
one of the things I don't like about it is that it reads the signs on the road and tells me when I'm speeding .... as if I'm speeding by accident haha. The other major dislike is the electronic parking brake and other than those 2 things it's the price
I would not mind a 4th Gen, but the price is too high for me. Turbos don't scare me. I paid 30K for my 4x4 2018 and it is paid for (two years ago). I know you will enjoy your new 4th Gen. I imagine the spark plugs will be easier on your new truck.
Hey Tyler. In terms of the transmission on this new gen versus the 3rd, how do you think it felt when changing gears? Does it hunt around a bit like the 3rd? You did mention there wasn't any hesitation in the gas pedal response, but was there anything distasteful further down the drive line?
Great question. I always want to be objectively honest. I truly was not even noticing the gears shift. However, keep in mind the fastest I took it was ballpark of 55mph. No felt hesitation and it took off with ease even with my feather foot.
@@teamoildrop Dear Gawd... we all knew there were certain things Toyota was not going to go deaf ears on w/ feedback on 3rd Gen - Gear hunting and dog slow acceleration. This carries from every CZcams reviewer. Issues/questions are 1. engine reliability (this is Toyota hallmark - lot off clicks out there that this is sliding?) - see Tundra recall - metal in engine from factory - its' a BS cover up by Toyota - Toyota mechanic on CZcams explained it was engine getting hot , etc something like that and stuff coming loose - not good. Tundra is Toyota's guinea pig somewhat for Tacoma , and psst they use Lexus too as that - owners pay big money and don't hang on to them as long - Toyota obviously knows this. Then they pass what they learned on to Tacoma. 2. Price.. but market forces and fierce competition that 3rd gen didn't have as much, looks like that will be trending down..? Toyota still started off too high IMO (did not pass Mexico savings on to Joe consumer aka Tyler aka "no wimp"). It was off putting to many in cheese grits brains regime economy. If Trump actually wins to over come the mail in fraud that is coming (or trying to jail him 24/7 for mattress tag removing - wow, what happen to this country), will he quickly slap tariffs on the Mexican Tacos (I would, and he has in the past)? Tyler, how did the "sport" mode feel from "normal" - notice much? Fun,good video as always. Your dad is in fighting shape! I like how the camera didn't bother him. I also liked his "Dwight Schrute" grabbing, tapping, pulling on things ;)
@@tim3308 ya know, if you look at a 22 or 23 TRDOR on carvana, or local ads they push well past 45k even with low miles. The 3rd gen prices have raised to reflect the 4th gen base price. I don't expect the 2025 to be cheaper, but only raise maybe $100 per trim to save face. And yah, dad is in quite good shape for near 70! Hes a good sport at these things.
I just bought a '22 TRD Sport premium with 25k miles that's basically in brand new condition for 36k and it came with a lifetime powertrain warranty. I'm pretty happy with the deal I got @@teamoildrop
Yah turbos will give you pick up. I drove a 4G TRDOR pretty much the same trim as my 3G, I wasn’t impressed however, gears and OTT (medium) does the job. Not in a hurry to race people in a Tacoma, that’s what muscle cars are for… No gas struts either ? That front air dam needs to go along with a healthy viper cut I do like the seats and how comfortable I was driving it tho, furthermore, not a fan of the huge LCD screen either I feel like I’m driving a car. Wasn’t a fan of the the adaptive cruise control and the umbrella of features under the TSS trademark. The seat bar disconnect was alright. Lastly this truck is great if you wanna go fast and pay out the but for it. It still amazes me how much it looks like a tundra also. I’m sure a lot are excited for it but being a Toyota nerd, I’m just not impressed with it the 4G. It will eventually get its fame with the right demographic but it won’t be me. Huge believer in “if it’s not broke, don’t try and fix it.” Or make a smaller version of the tundra. Also it’s a brand new Tacoma and looking forward to seeing it on the trails and putting in work and living up to its lineage along with seeing how this new 4banger platform does.
They run trial balloons on the Tundra first, then they move to Tacoma. But Tundra, 4Runner, and Tacoma now all look like very close family - for good or bad - as usual, the bulkier Tundra is now the uglier brother. - grille is semi-awful - dear Lord especially the all chrome ones - like a smiling 8th grader w/ braces on every tooth.
Honestly I don't like the new body style compared to 3rd. I've heard the price is just way too high but that's not just Toyotas. I do believe I've seen/heard that they beefed up the frame corrosion issues and treated the internal frame. My son-in-law who is a master tech,just had to buy an Avalon because his lease on his 3rd gen came due and basically couldn't afford a new Tacoma. That's the brakes...speaking of brakes,I'm about to buy new rotors&calipers so I can finally fix my front conundrum.
The new 4th gen has a totally boxed frame now. Not like the c frame in the 3rd gen. They also plugged up a lot of gaps and holes with a filler in a lot of the under parts. The new gen also has four wheel coil springs that gives not only a smoother ride but allows the wheel to articulate a lot higher and lower for better off road travel. Rear disc brakes are a plus. The Off Road also has a camera angle that will let you see the ground under and in front of you. No more having to try to look over the hood if you go up on up and over a mogul or hill. Many other cool features.
Great video. Excited to see the future content on the truck. Bronze Oxide is the best at the moment. You've got your eyes on exactly what I would pick right now, the TRD OR Bronze Oxide Long Bed. I bought a brand new fully loaded 2022 TRD Sport Army Green and planned to drive it until it died following your guides and mainly the Car Care Nut's recommendations. I'm either going to keep that, or trade it in for a new gen eventually in 1-2 years. Toyota really did fix most of the issues with the 3rd Gen. Myself, I don't need most of the bells and whistles either. What I want is a reliable truck I can get to 500k with perfect maintenance, actually shifts, and is more of a solid build like in the interior. Only time will tell. Only bells I want are the heated steering wheel, and ventilated seats for my back...and...balls. lol. Additional cameras never hurt either.
Thanks brother! You’ve got a beautiful truck in army green. I will say, finding my combo was near impossible. At any given time there were no more than 3 in the nation per allocation charts… 😣
@@teamoildrop Yeah, also a bit hesitant because I still love Army Green over any '24 colors. Best of luck getting yours. We love the content of course, but if you've gotta wait for a bit to get what you want, do that all day.
I might have to get me one of these, after hearing your review. Hmmm. We'll see, BTW, back in the 80s my brother was stationed outside Syracuse, a small base called Fort Hancock. Not sure if it's close to where you're going to be living soon. I think it's an air national guard base now, a little ways south of Fort Drum. Anyway, he said they measured the snow in feet there, like 10-20 feet a year. Lots of softball and skiing for sure. Enjoyed the video.
@@teamoildropWhat branch of the military are you in? I was in the 82nd Airborne at Fort Bragg from 76 to 79. I went back in the army in 85 and I got back out in 91. Thank you for your service and try to stay safe.
@@teamoildrop I got out after Desert Storm. I put in 9.5 years active duty. Thank you for getting back to me so quickly. I really like the black beauty TRD sport premium.
Really good video, but the music and wind noise were distracting. I'm glad the '24 doesn't have a heat trapping and rodent magnet engine cover. Engine idle sounds pleasingly quiet like the 3rd gen 4 cyl. I want this truck because it will be comfortable on long road trips whereas the 3rd gen was marginal in that respect. Will look forward to your DIY videos.
I hate the price but I drove the truck and it drives really nice. Idk why people hate the 4 cylinder turbo? I have a 94 yota with the 22RE so I’m used to have a 4 cylinder. Also I would’ve loved to have the 22RTE that came out around 85-87 models.
I wanna make a statement about this device coolant device. What if the electricity go out how would you use? It seems like a good advice, but you should make it battery operated.
The last thing I want to see when looking at the engine is a big, flat piece of plastic that helps hold in unwanted engine heat. Thumbs up to Toyota for NOT including it.
@@rs_pa THE ONLY reason I buy vehicles is that big flat piece of plastic… no I see your point. I’m warming up to the lack of it. We use to see valve covers plain as day and they were sharp and painted etc, this is just more “mechanically advantageous” now.
Good content as usual. Ill wait for the 5th Gen Taco and pass on this one. Maybe the regearing and the supercharger i got on my 3rd gen seems even more justfiable after seeing all the feedback on the 4th gen.
@@GerryHavican so he absolutely loved it. However, I will say he’s driving a beat up old tundra so he can’t compare very well. He was honestly impressed.
@@teamoildrop Sometimes you have to go with the experience of the older generation and he also has the old man strength going for him also it looks like. When my father was 65, he could out hike and out work me.
My father passed away just short of the age of 86. I cried like a baby at his funeral. I miss him everyday. Really enjoy the time that you have with your family. You tube Whoop Monster on juice. @@teamoildrop
How was getting into the truck? I'm 6' - 2" and after 5 years of my '19 TRD Sport 4x2 DCLB I'm almost always brushing up against the weatherstrip on the back edge of the B pillar and the weatherstrip is now cracked and fraid where I always rub up against it when I get in the truck. Dealer wants $180 for that part.
The problem just about ALWAYS is that the first few years of a new generation possesses defects that are resolved over the years. The 3rd generation had some not minor problems (years 2016, 2017, 2018). Obviously these things are not the type of things that are apparent in a test drive, that's for sure. The turbo can be problematic as the vehicle accumulates miles. There are already issues with the new generation six cylinder turbo Tundras that I think are being recalled.
@@teamoildrop I'm reminded of the Kia Telluride. Everyone and their mother wanted one of those when they first appeared and now they are recalling close to half a million and advising people not to park it in an enclosed space due to fire concerns.
You know the only thing I don’t like about those screens like that you got a big screen setting up on the dashboard like that that don’t look good at all on no truck oh no big screen setting up on the dashboard like that it should’ve been built into the dashboard and not blocking vision it look real tacky lol
Man the screen doesn’t bother me at all while driving and it’s actually so nice to have it there. Helps so much with google maps. Besides that, the girls on next seat love it too…😀
Reference the “moon/sun” roof. Ever wonder when you watch the IIHS crash videos, why none of the vehicle have a moon/sun roof? That hole in the roof compromises the structural integrity of the body, the entire body, not just the roof. Just not the best idea to order any vehicle with a moon/sun roof. IMHO 🤷🏻♂️
They are nice to have. crack the top and get some fresh air in without having the windows cracked down. If doing a lot of rock crawling or real off-roading then your right. If your worried about the crash testing in vehicles you might want to start thinking about taking the bus or light rail.
This just isn't the case. The roof has a great deal more structure. It isn't just a hole cut and the moonroof installed. Just like convertible model cars, the bodies are stiffer due to the added reinforcements. Greg
I dont know why i find the design ugly especially looking from the back. Too square and you will mistaken it for a tundra. I still wouldnt buy this truck even for a $30k because they made this truck like a rice car for teenager.
8:46 Bro you literally have the passenger seat slid forward. Which means the front passengers knees will be in the dash unless they are 5 feet tall. Slide it all the way back where the driver seat is and lets see it again. The back seat is just as tiny as the last gen.
My humble opinion when test driving the same platform as this review, liked the low end torque and the 8-speed gearbox. Long story short overall, cheaply made like Toyota was in a hurry getting this out to the public with a fair amount of afterthought it seems and will be curious if there will be problems arising in the future with the 4-gen Tacoma. Bottom line, if you already have a 3-gen in good shape, keep it. However if you’re a fanboy/girl and want to impress your friends/neighbors and want a throwaway vehicle, buy it. Or if your a “Flyin Freckle”🥱 follower and admirer, you better purchase it as well.😳
@@GerryHavican I liked the truck. 🛻 could not get another black truck though. And I actually find the underground color which seems to be the most common on the road, the least appealing 🤷♂️
@@teamoildrop I don't care for the underground or the copper something I think that it's called. I know that black is high maintenance and gets hot but it's a pretty color. High gloss.
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Since we both own a 3rd gen and 4th gen. I agree on everything you said. Don’t knock until you drive the 4th gen. I did get the taco sport loaded 50k out the door. Paid no mark up and even got them to remove that $1200 gap insurance.. night and day diff. Soooooo many trolls just running their mouth without even owning either one. And the worst ones are the 3rd gen 2022-2023 owner because their butt hurt trying to justify that their newly taco is now an old dinosaur.. it’s just facts. These new taco is the shisnits.. lol
@@noxnyc23 it definitely looks promising! I'd consider the 3rd gen a dinosaur in a good way. I do enjoy it's simplicity. I don't particularly want a turbo but I understand why it's there. Looking forward to mine!
I like no engine cover - being able to look at everything without having to take one off feels handy.
Ya know I’m definitely warming up to it
We have a 23 and 24 off road. I think anyone that is unbiased will admit the 4gen addressed and fixed most issues people had with the 3rd gen. Of course here come the ones who think that can be done without raising the price or say turbos won’t last. I dislike the smaller fuel tank and would have liked to see a 400 mile range per tank.
I’ve been seeing the internet slowly accept the 4th gen more and more. I’m enjoying the early reports I trust. I believe we have a good gen ahead of us. Of course, only true time will tell.
If you are okay with the range you had in the third gen, you will have the same range in the 4th. I came from a ‘22, and not only does the new one easily meet or exceed the range of the previous truck, it’s cheaper to fill up too 😂. I’m convinced that all the haters of this truck are either just plain haters or they haven’t tried it for themselves. I liked my ‘22 a lot, but the new one is a better truck in every way. And for those complaining about the price… don’t get one that’s fully loaded! For comparison, I had a fully loaded trd OR premium with MT 3rd gen taco, the truck was just under $50K. The new one is a fairly base model trd OR with MT that was right around $44K. I wish it had the leather seats, but you don’t need em! The cloth seats are plenty comfortable. You don’t need a power tailgate! The new tailgate is light as a feather. You don’t need a tiny rear sliding window! Mine does have the 14” screen, and I’d argue whether you need that too, but it is nice 😂.
Things you can get that I kind wish mine had… trail cameras (would be nice with the big screen too), front sway bar disconnect, power aux switches… that’s it! Oh, and definitely don’t get all the add on crap like side steps, spray on bed liner, and other stuff you don’t need. The truck is priced the exact same way as the previous generations accounting for inflation. Interest rates are high, so save up!
@@kevinbradley8613 I am not happy with the range in either. I usually refuel at 350 miles in my 2024 and it is already in the reserve by then. Luckily it has over 2 gallons in reserve so I can get to Costco.
@@kevinbradley8613HI sir. I have a TRD sport 22 that I really like and I get 30 mpg with the way I drive. I have a TRD air accelerator intake, kn drop in filter, a tonnel cover and I use mmo in the gas. I have test drove a TRD sport premium 24 and I really like all of the improvements that they have made to it. I am going to be 70 in 1 week so I don't mind alot of the extras that come with the premium package.
The 3rd gen V6 and this transmission would have been a good update to this.
Imagine the 2nd Gen v6 or the 5th Gen runners v6 even 👀. I don’t want a turbo… but it is the inevitable future thanks to big gov
that is the only way the 2024 would be worth buying. maybe when the rotten potato is gone, sanity will return to the EPA. until then, this is what we are stuck with.
Apparently the 4th gen transmissions are hanging overheating issues so maybe not
@@Jordan-nc3zy source? Would love to know more
@@Jordan-nc3zy oof
I’ve had tacos for 20 odd years with regards to your comment about the lack of an engine cover. I want to point out that I have a couple of third gen’s With that pretty cover and let me tell you the mice love to nest up under and chew the wire that is about $3000 an incident so I’ll pass on the pretty cover
Solid point for sure. My 3rd gen is garaged in New York while I finish packing my Colorado house before the final move. You can bet your britches I have several mint packs under the hood and in the cabin and numerous rat posions in that garage. Visiting my 3rd gen will be their last stop on their little rat pilgrimage.
🤔 great point!
I have a TRD sport 22 and I really like it but I really like the improvements that Toyota has done on the 24. I test drove a TRD sport premium 24 and I really like it. I get 30 mpg with my 22 for the way I drive. I have a TRD air accelerator intake, a kn filter and I use mmo in the gas and I have a tonnel cover. @@teamoildrop
I love my gen 4! I have 2.4k miles on it and so far so good.
Niceeee. I’ll have us all the DIY videos soon
@@teamoildropI really like your program and that you had your father in the video is nice.
Great review, But I feel for the price increase they really didn't fix anything and the 3ed gen is still a better buy. There's some stuff I wish I had on my 3rd gen Rear defrost, tow brakes but all the other stuff I've already installed on my truck. The long bed is one thing I couldn't find in 2022 in Lunar Rock. Finding long beds in Minnesota is not easy for upper trims seems like the east and west coast gets them all. You're getting the right color that's the color that looks good on the 4th gen.
Thanks! I do partially agree... the price increase is definitely abrupt. I take into consideration everything else in this world got more expensive in the last 4 years including the cost of manufacturing, materials, and labor. Heck, I tried to get some leaf removal for a house I am not living at yet and TWO companies without visiting my 1 acre lot quoted me off the cuff $1-1.5k... On that note, a 2022 TRD OR will still pull $38-45k with low miles EASILY according to carvana, carmax, and local ads. With a base price of a 2024 TRDOR being 43k... well, the decision is yours to make. I got everything I wanted (pretty much everything but leather for a hair under $48k when you don't count documentation and transport fees.
What do you mean they didn't fix anything on the 4th Gen ? They literally fixed
-chassis rust issue and rigidity
-fixed suspension comfort
-added sway bar disconnect
-added cameras everywhere for offroading
- made the truck modular so you can customize easier
-made the wheel wells easier to add bigger tires stock without mods
-They improved interior comfort and modernized the Interior.
-fixed the 6 speed transmission with a 10speed that doesn't search gears.
-they made a 4cylinder with a commercial turbo with extra cooling added kick the crap out of the old v6. Seen a vid of a 2023 or tacoma getting destroyed by the non hybrid 4cylinder tacoma sport
- they fixed so many things so please don't lie because you're biased.
Be honest the only thing we don't know is the reliability of everything they've "fixed" improved on the 24 tacoma. They also made the 24 taco pro dessert racing moab ready off the dealership. They added performance air Intake and performance exhaust stock they've changed alot from last year and have alot of justification to raise prices for what they've added and the costs of covid and inflation etc. All the trucks have their negatives and positives but you cannot say the 4th gen tacoma did not fix anything from 3rd gen tacoma. Transmission alone was fixed and like I said above so much more and more that I missed. With time we will see if the fixes and changes were worth it though. I'm still nervous and wondering if I should wait until 2026.
@@canadaspy007 they still have the a/c dripping on the frame, The frame is still going to rust but now you won't see it. Let's put offset on the wheels and fender flairs on and say it's 2" wider. Weld the hitch to the frame so it drags. Say its ground clearance is more by putting spacer and larger tires on. Take two cylinders away and get the same gas mileage. The Tacoma was good looking but we have no talent like Hollywood so we'll just make a smaller version of the Tundra. Suspension was fine Seat Jackers took care of seat angle. OTT took care of the Trans. Both still suck that you can't use the rear locker in HIGH. I can with Anytime Locker. Do you know if they fixed going into 4 LOW? Why didn't they put in 4 high auto or front locker.
@@cbayless4294 Id have to disgree with this. The 4thgen wont be perfect but it damn near fixed most of the older gen issues. Almost all the major ones. Rear seating and range are still lacking but thats more a midsize truck thing. i have a 2019, which i love. Ive driven a 4th gen 3 times now. If money was no issue id trade up for for a 2025 with little fuss. Its a much nicer and more capable truck. Beefier frame, disc brakes, more payload, way more down low torque, bigger bed, more comfortable driving position. This will have way more tuning potential. With a software tune you could easily get over 300 HP/350 TQ on this engine. How is this not an improvement over the last gen? Its a complete redesign from the ground up, its going to come at a cost
@@YerBoyTroy But like you said it's not worth the extra money that 19 of yours should still make a good dent in the loan. It's a truck not a Cadillac just keep it simple. You can't reach in the bed with a 3rd gen so lets make the side higher and say it's got more cargo area. Payload is sh** compared to ford or chevy! and what maybe 2-3 hundred more over 3rd Gen. I don't have any complaints about the third gen. Has done everything I needed it to do. Stops just fine with drum brakes. If I wanted a The Tundra look I would have spent the extra 10k. Would have but didn't like the look or V6. Thank God that thing is ugly or in 22 I might have got it instead.
My 24 trd sport is soooooo nice. Comfortable, drives great, tows my boat with no problem. The internet haters just need a nap.
Excited for mine! What color you go with!
Ice Cap, looks great with the dark tint I put on. Enjoy your new ride!
@@teamoildropThe one that I tested looked just like your test drive and I would go with the black or the burgany red if I get 1.
Found this video and channel while searching for unbiased 24 taco content. We take delivery on a 24 Trd Off-road 4x4 on Thursday. We ordered similar trim to what you ordered it sounds like. I really look forward to your DYI stuff on the new trucks. Got a new subscriber in me! Keep it up!
Let’s gooo! What color you pick? If you check the channel shop I’ve already got us our maintenance trackers as well 😎
@@teamoildrop Celestial Silver with Predator drop steps and Blackout package. Will do!
@@ChubbyJontheBartender I was so close to getting silver… GREAT choice. Timeless, clean, perfect
@@ChubbyJontheBartender what do we think?
@@teamoildrop So far so good! The app has given some issues with remote start, but I really dont care about that.
Glad i bought the last v6 gen. 4runner over the ‘24 taco!!! Couldn’t be happier!!
enjoy that nice rig
That motor was horrible. I'm glad they changed to the turbo
@@driftx2 The 6? The inline 4 was reliable until they added turbo.
So glad I got a 4th gen, best taco ever made
Excited for mine
Are you crazy?
The seats in front and back are thicker than the 3rd Gen. And the back seat bottoms are longer for better thigh support.
I just went to the dealership here in CA looking for a used 8 cylinder Tundra. The rep said why not the new Tundra, and I politely said Toyota is working on a recall due to debris in the motor. We go on talking for about 15-20 mins and in the mid way point of the convo he gave a thumbs down on even the Tacoma 2024. The rep used to race cars as a hobby and said the turbo is going to overwork the 4 cylinder and that maintenance is going to cost $$$ overtime.
I drive a 3rd gen Taco myself. It’s interesting as to why Toyota is forcing everyone to a turbo. Bronco’s and Rangers are going that direction too.
im curious, why does this have to be the case? Civics have been using 4 cyclinder turbos for over 10 years now, still one of the top low maintenance cars. Its a pretty slow engine (t24a in the tacoma), most of the work will be done by the gearing. How exactly is this going to be an over stressed engine?
Ill argue on the price for sure, new taco is just too expensive for what it is, but from a reliability angle this doesnt seem to be a crazy complicated engine
@@YerBoyTroy some of the turbos on civics go out around 30k ,i mean if you spending 50k on a truck you shouldn't have problems except fluid changes for at least 150k
Turbo 2.0L is super common race motor, and very common in production cars. Turbos are in everything
Because of government mandates that’s why manufacturers have to add turbos on the smaller engines even if they don’t want too.
The salesman is rather incorrect. While Im not a fan of the 4cyl turbo, this engine was designed from its inception as a turbo engine. Most in the past were turbo after thoughts.
Greg
I’ve had my bronze oxide TRD Sport premium for about 3 weeks now. I’m anxiously awaiting your 4th gen DIY videos. Awesome channel.
BO is best color. Reminds me of the coveted spruce mice 2nd gen I had. To find a TRDOR long bed in BO… I had to hunt for months and finally found one in Wyoming. They were all pre sold. And now mine is. 4th gen videos you will get!
@@teamoildrop Tiz a very nice color. Artist approved. ;)
@@tim3308 isn’t it though? In a long bed OR trim it’s just a different truck. Dangerously sharp.
@@teamoildrop Long. The Lama is long.
czcams.com/video/NNhq7DdBAfU/video.html
I bet it looks great. Does the sport premium come with the black wheels or is that an extra option?
Lost me at the complaint about no engine cover. ✌🏽
Seeya brother! 👋
I don’t know why you would want a engine cover all they do is trap heat in the engine bay not only that all your wires and electrical the coating on the wires will dry out quicker
A fair point, certainly a valid one
Greg
That's the most I've ever heard the word "Unbiased" in a video haha, but great review gentlemen! I'm definetly more on the open minded side of the whole 4 cylinder, turbo stuff. I don't believe the turbo will be good for the engine in the long run, but that's my opinion. Also, the price difference is mind blowingly bad. These trucks should be roughly around the 30-35K range, but again, just my opinion. But other than those negatives, I'm very optimistic about these after they work the kinks out of them. I own a second gen Tacoma, so I'll be sticking with my baby for a long, long time. Cheers gentlemen, and God bless.
Wait till you see what the sued market for the late model 3rd gens are.... yikes. Often asking higher than the MSRP of a base TRDOR 2024! Enjoy that 2nd gen and thanks for the words!
@@teamoildrop That insanity has been going on since I got my '21. Like your wife my wife is not game to touch wrench on cars but she's she' considers car shopping her forte. She has taken an airplane to buy 3 or 4 cars in the family. So.... in abut in 2 days when I said, "Damn it, I'm done w/ my Frontier (her pick), I want o go back to Tacoma, she said, "Those used prices are NUTS were buying new ('21 OR Premium)"
So currently I was not aware what "used" has done, that's depressing to see.
All I had to do was make consistent comments while in her Subaru Outback Touring XT (Turbo 2.4 L engine - sound familar? - but it's not in amid size truck) "This damn thing has no room upfront to put anything while driving, no space for sunglasses, wallet, forget the damn iPhone." It truly does not, it's so damn unergonomic., up front. Plus giant menu screen - all touch - again, non intuitive.
Now she's using this to get rid of it, dropping subtle hints. I've been pointing out nice Rav 4's "Too small, I want bigger" "For what? We are empty nesters, now" "You said there's no place to put anything" "I meant up front, not the whole damn car!"
oh boy😒
I'm curious what you mean by being quieter. When I rented a 3rd generation, it was loud standing beside it at start up. It was like an old-school belt-driven radiator fan constantly moving air. The agricultural sound of the new generation will take some getting used to. It seems to have a lot of clatter as opposed to many 4 cylinders I've owned that had a smooth, little sewing machine vibe to them.
Great question. It’s got the trademark tick sound the 3rd gen has, but it’s overall a bit quieter under the hood for me. It’s a terrible day to explain with all that wind and the camera doesn’t really capture it correctly.::
I liked your review “how it was done”. I liked your thoughts on the hybrid when available.
@@Chickenfights1991 definitely 😎 Thanks Denny!
Fingers crossed for the 4th gen longevity with the turbo
I hope so too. I am happily volunteering as a guinea pig.
@@teamoildrop Informative video (link). He interviews a gentleman who designs and test these new turbo engines. The clip in the interview on how they stress these turbo engines in testing (then even tilt engine back and forth for "oil slosh" while running the hell out of it) is a real "yikes", I would assume Toyota is doing the same:
czcams.com/video/jSheFdCs-lc/video.html
I have faith in toyota here. The engine is far from a brand new design nor is the 8 speed trans.
I have 2022 SR5 V6 2WD, I need to go up to 4x4, but not sure if I wanted to pull the trigger on trading it yet for 2024. I’ll just wait couple more months. Thanks for posting
I bought the 24 because I am impatient and want it for the channel. If I were you I would wait for the 25...
I TEST DROVE this new 4th gen & I love the transmission but I dislike that it drives like a passenger car instead of a truck. To be fair & unbiased this is because I have own trucks for over 20yrs & I’m used to that real truck feel.
Besides my 3rd gen V6 daily driver for work I still go Overlanding in my trusted 2005 1st gen Sequoia that fits the whole family comfortably with lots of leg room unlike the back of this new 5th gen Taco, that’s just being honest.
Plus when I turn her on for our weekend trip & hear the roar 🦁 of the V8 exhaust, I fall in love ❤️ all over again with Toyota V8’s.
The sport suspension felt similar to my 5100 setup which felt quite nice. I was also pleasantly surprised by the good noise from the engine... while it barely bled into the cabin, when you hit that ags you could hear it and it didn't sound like a whimp surprisingly
I really wish they would have just fixed the obvious flaws of the 3rd gen without the unnecessary layers of complexity. not to say it isn’t a nice truck, but complexity and price(especially option package pricing and hybrid up charge) pushed me away from the brand and to the truck most like a 3rd gen with it’s flaws fixed, a Nissan Frontier Pro4X. great review, subscribing now 👍🏻
Welcome to the team brother and nice truck. What was a couple of your biggest complaints of the 3rd gen? Mine was it's outright gutless (pre-tune) behavior.
It’s the need to meet EPA standards. Getting more strict year after year.
@@3GFinn Technically, they can do what they want - it's the "bribe" checks aka incentives for them to comply.
Obviously Nissan bet different. V6, no turbo.
@@tim3308 oh well. I’m happy with my 3rd gen haha.
I am watching your video again and she is the same as the 1 that I tested. TRD sport premium with power tailgate and the same color.
Thanks for the honest review, it was refreshing compared to the click bait videos already out there. I am completely satisfied with my 2024 Tacoma off-road, your comments were spot on.
Glad it was helpful!
Greg
one of the things I don't like about it is that it reads the signs on the road and tells me when I'm speeding .... as if I'm speeding by accident haha. The other major dislike is the electronic parking brake and other than those 2 things it's the price
@@allenponce5223 i hate the electronic e brake. With a passion. Yeah price is a bit steep. But what isn’t these days?
The bed liner is actually good because it doesn’t make the bed slippery when wet
And the extra protection is nie
Greg
I would not mind a 4th Gen, but the price is too high for me. Turbos don't scare me. I paid 30K for my 4x4 2018 and it is paid for (two years ago). I know you will enjoy your new 4th Gen. I imagine the spark plugs will be easier on your new truck.
Thise sparks are RIGHT THERE... I love it! Yes, definitely no reason to jump ship with a nice truck like that 2018.
Hey Tyler. In terms of the transmission on this new gen versus the 3rd, how do you think it felt when changing gears? Does it hunt around a bit like the 3rd? You did mention there wasn't any hesitation in the gas pedal response, but was there anything distasteful further down the drive line?
Great question. I always want to be objectively honest. I truly was not even noticing the gears shift. However, keep in mind the fastest I took it was ballpark of 55mph. No felt hesitation and it took off with ease even with my feather foot.
@@teamoildrop Dear Gawd... we all knew there were certain things Toyota was not going to go deaf ears on w/ feedback on 3rd Gen - Gear hunting and dog slow acceleration. This carries from every CZcams reviewer.
Issues/questions are
1. engine reliability (this is Toyota hallmark - lot off clicks out there that this is sliding?) - see Tundra recall - metal in engine from factory - its' a BS cover up by Toyota - Toyota mechanic on CZcams explained it was engine getting hot , etc something like that and stuff coming loose - not good. Tundra is Toyota's guinea pig somewhat for Tacoma , and psst they use Lexus too as that - owners pay big money and don't hang on to them as long - Toyota obviously knows this. Then they pass what they learned on to Tacoma.
2. Price.. but market forces and fierce competition that 3rd gen didn't have as much, looks like that will be trending down..? Toyota still started off too high IMO (did not pass Mexico savings on to Joe consumer aka Tyler aka "no wimp"). It was off putting to many in cheese grits brains regime economy. If Trump actually wins to over come the mail in fraud that is coming (or trying to jail him 24/7 for mattress tag removing - wow, what happen to this country), will he quickly slap tariffs on the Mexican Tacos (I would, and he has in the past)?
Tyler, how did the "sport" mode feel from "normal" - notice much?
Fun,good video as always. Your dad is in fighting shape! I like how the camera didn't bother him. I also liked his "Dwight Schrute" grabbing, tapping, pulling on things ;)
@@tim3308 ya know, if you look at a 22 or 23 TRDOR on carvana, or local ads they push well past 45k even with low miles. The 3rd gen prices have raised to reflect the 4th gen base price. I don't expect the 2025 to be cheaper, but only raise maybe $100 per trim to save face.
And yah, dad is in quite good shape for near 70! Hes a good sport at these things.
@@tim3308 Hope all is well!
I just bought a '22 TRD Sport premium with 25k miles that's basically in brand new condition for 36k and it came with a lifetime powertrain warranty. I'm pretty happy with the deal I got @@teamoildrop
Yah turbos will give you pick up. I drove a 4G TRDOR pretty much the same trim as my 3G, I wasn’t impressed however, gears and OTT (medium) does the job. Not in a hurry to race people in a Tacoma, that’s what muscle cars are for… No gas struts either ? That front air dam needs to go along with a healthy viper cut I do like the seats and how comfortable I was driving it tho, furthermore, not a fan of the huge LCD screen either I feel like I’m driving a car. Wasn’t a fan of the the adaptive cruise control and the umbrella of features under the TSS trademark. The seat bar disconnect was alright. Lastly this truck is great if you wanna go fast and pay out the but for it. It still amazes me how much it looks like a tundra also. I’m sure a lot are excited for it but being a Toyota nerd, I’m just not impressed with it the 4G. It will eventually get its fame with the right demographic but it won’t be me. Huge believer in “if it’s not broke, don’t try and fix it.” Or make a smaller version of the tundra. Also it’s a brand new Tacoma and looking forward to seeing it on the trails and putting in work and living up to its lineage along with seeing how this new 4banger platform does.
you know my thoughts lol! I will drive that 4th gen POS like the guinea pig I am!
They run trial balloons on the Tundra first, then they move to Tacoma. But Tundra, 4Runner, and Tacoma now all look like very close family - for good or bad - as usual, the bulkier Tundra is now the uglier brother. - grille is semi-awful - dear Lord especially the all chrome ones - like a smiling 8th grader w/ braces on every tooth.
@@tim3308 I cannot unsee it
I like how on t he settings you can change the cluster too different toyota clusters
A neat feature for sure
Honestly I don't like the new body style compared to 3rd. I've heard the price is just way too high but that's not just Toyotas. I do believe I've seen/heard that they beefed up the frame corrosion issues and treated the internal frame. My son-in-law who is a master tech,just had to buy an Avalon because his lease on his 3rd gen came due and basically couldn't afford a new Tacoma. That's the brakes...speaking of brakes,I'm about to buy new rotors&calipers so I can finally fix my front conundrum.
Theyve done a lot of good things for sure... price is high but the used market for 3rd gens is TERRIBLE for buyers....
The new 4th gen has a totally boxed frame now. Not like the c frame in the 3rd gen. They also plugged up a lot of gaps and holes with a filler in a lot of the under parts. The new gen also has four wheel coil springs that gives not only a smoother ride but allows the wheel to articulate a lot higher and lower for better off road travel. Rear disc brakes are a plus. The Off Road also has a camera angle that will let you see the ground under and in front of you. No more having to try to look over the hood if you go up on up and over a mogul or hill. Many other cool features.
Great video. Excited to see the future content on the truck. Bronze Oxide is the best at the moment. You've got your eyes on exactly what I would pick right now, the TRD OR Bronze Oxide Long Bed. I bought a brand new fully loaded 2022 TRD Sport Army Green and planned to drive it until it died following your guides and mainly the Car Care Nut's recommendations. I'm either going to keep that, or trade it in for a new gen eventually in 1-2 years. Toyota really did fix most of the issues with the 3rd Gen. Myself, I don't need most of the bells and whistles either. What I want is a reliable truck I can get to 500k with perfect maintenance, actually shifts, and is more of a solid build like in the interior. Only time will tell. Only bells I want are the heated steering wheel, and ventilated seats for my back...and...balls. lol. Additional cameras never hurt either.
Thanks brother! You’ve got a beautiful truck in army green. I will say, finding my combo was near impossible. At any given time there were no more than 3 in the nation per allocation charts… 😣
And they were always presold!
@@teamoildrop Yeah, also a bit hesitant because I still love Army Green over any '24 colors. Best of luck getting yours. We love the content of course, but if you've gotta wait for a bit to get what you want, do that all day.
@@GtfoEdaters she won’t show up until August so plenty of time 😎 coming soon, ultimate rust prevention on our trucks
I might have to get me one of these, after hearing your review. Hmmm. We'll see, BTW, back in the 80s my brother was stationed outside Syracuse, a small base called Fort Hancock. Not sure if it's close to where you're going to be living soon. I think it's an air national guard base now, a little ways south of Fort Drum. Anyway, he said they measured the snow in feet there, like 10-20 feet a year. Lots of softball and skiing for sure. Enjoyed the video.
Don't I know it.... gonna be COLD and I will be READY
@@teamoildropWhat branch of the military are you in? I was in the 82nd Airborne at Fort Bragg from 76 to 79. I went back in the army in 85 and I got back out in 91. Thank you for your service and try to stay safe.
@@GerryHavican and the same to you brother! I’m Army for the last 15 years. 5-7 more and I’ll retire and do this full time 😎
@@teamoildrop I got out after Desert Storm. I put in 9.5 years active duty. Thank you for getting back to me so quickly. I really like the black beauty TRD sport premium.
Nice, i think I'll keep my DCSB V6 MT.
Nothings making me part with my 2016 DCLB 😎
looks like the engine cover is now built into the hood
Genius 🧠
whoa, whoa, whoa...I LOVE no engine cover...it's an "old guy" thing maybe? ; ) Great review....THX!
Look at y’all changing my mind 😆
cars these days man.. like driving with a frickin TV in your face
You are not kidding.. it was odd at first... but not gonna lie.. I kinda like it now
I just find it rough having all that light in my face even on low brightness driving at night
@@macabo I coulda see that. Prob one quick button turns the screen off. Or maybe you opt for the 8”?
How are you liking the Mild tune? Did you adjust to it? Or did you ever step down to Lite?
I have the mild/medium settings and always forget I have medium. Mild is great 😎
Really good video, but the music and wind noise were distracting. I'm glad the '24 doesn't have a heat trapping and rodent magnet engine cover. Engine idle sounds pleasingly quiet like the 3rd gen 4 cyl. I want this truck because it will be comfortable on long road trips whereas the 3rd gen was marginal in that respect. Will look forward to your DIY videos.
Thanks! Yah this was impromptu
I hate the price but I drove the truck and it drives really nice. Idk why people hate the 4 cylinder turbo? I have a 94 yota with the 22RE so I’m used to have a 4 cylinder. Also I would’ve loved to have the 22RTE that came out around 85-87 models.
What’s the current year and mileage of your 3rd gen?
2016 and a few miles short of 100k. Never a hiccup 😎
The large screen is default only on limited trim and above. It’s an upgrade on the sport and off-road, and is not available on the SR or SR5.
Mmhmm, I corrected that below in the video. Most sports and ORs I’ve seen on allocation seem to be coming with it by default
Good luck with the 4th gen. I still think there are better values out there that aren’t made in Mexico. Toyota pricing is also still an issue.
I wanna make a statement about this device coolant device. What if the electricity go out how would you use? It seems like a good advice, but you should make it battery operated.
Which part??
Great honest review.
🍻 we always try
love the vid climb to glory !
To the top 💪
The last thing I want to see when looking at the engine is a big, flat piece of plastic that helps hold in unwanted engine heat. Thumbs up to Toyota for NOT including it.
@@rs_pa THE ONLY reason I buy vehicles is that big flat piece of plastic… no I see your point. I’m warming up to the lack of it. We use to see valve covers plain as day and they were sharp and painted etc, this is just more “mechanically advantageous” now.
Good content as usual. Ill wait for the 5th Gen Taco and pass on this one. Maybe the regearing and the supercharger i got on my 3rd gen seems even more justfiable after seeing all the feedback on the 4th gen.
Your taco will always be king brother 👑 I love that ride
What is your father's honest opinion of the 4th generation?
@@GerryHavican so he absolutely loved it. However, I will say he’s driving a beat up old tundra so he can’t compare very well. He was honestly impressed.
@@teamoildrop Sometimes you have to go with the experience of the older generation and he also has the old man strength going for him also it looks like. When my father was 65, he could out hike and out work me.
@@GerryHavican sorry to hear that and words of wisdom. My dad is always wondering about the next time we ski or take a hike.
My father passed away just short of the age of 86. I cried like a baby at his funeral. I miss him everyday. Really enjoy the time that you have with your family. You tube Whoop Monster on juice. @@teamoildrop
How was getting into the truck?
I'm 6' - 2" and after 5 years of my '19 TRD Sport 4x2 DCLB I'm almost always brushing up against the weatherstrip on the back edge of the B pillar and the weatherstrip is now cracked and fraid where I always rub up against it when I get in the truck.
Dealer wants $180 for that part.
Good, honest review.
We try 🍻 I ain’t here to sell nothin but info and good times
I wish you could review the BlackHawk tune to compare it to this. It’s really good at low end torque and highway speeds.
Thanks for the honest review. Nice job...
Thanks for watching!
Greg
nice review!
We try! Thanks Sean
Thanks for your videos man! 🎉
🍻 😌
Hydraulic hood lift would be nice
Facts. Would love this too.
The problem just about ALWAYS is that the first few years of a new generation possesses defects that are resolved over the years. The 3rd generation had some not minor problems (years 2016, 2017, 2018). Obviously these things are not the type of things that are apparent in a test drive, that's for sure. The turbo can be problematic as the vehicle accumulates miles. There are already issues with the new generation six cylinder turbo Tundras that I think are being recalled.
You’re talkin to the owner of flawless 2016 brother! I’m y’all’s guinea pig 😎
You're a lucky one. not the norm.
@@teamoildrop I'm reminded of the Kia Telluride. Everyone and their mother wanted one of those when they first appeared and now they are recalling close to half a million and advising people not to park it in an enclosed space due to fire concerns.
@@vario2664 Guinea pig 🙋♂️
You know the only thing I don’t like about those screens like that you got a big screen setting up on the dashboard like that that don’t look good at all on no truck oh no big screen setting up on the dashboard like that it should’ve been built into the dashboard and not blocking vision it look real tacky lol
Yah it’s definitely big and will take some getting used to that’s for sure!
Man the screen doesn’t bother me at all while driving and it’s actually so nice to have it there. Helps so much with google maps. Besides that, the girls on next seat love it too…😀
@@jpg1789 🌮 get 🐥 with 📺
@@teamoildrop exactly!!😂 man I had a gen 3 and just can’t compare how much better is to drive the 4th. May the 4th be with us.
@@jpg1789 I hear mostly good! Can’t wait for mine 😎
Reference the “moon/sun” roof. Ever wonder when you watch the IIHS crash videos, why none of the vehicle have a moon/sun roof? That hole in the roof compromises the structural integrity of the body, the entire body, not just the roof. Just not the best idea to order any vehicle with a moon/sun roof. IMHO 🤷🏻♂️
They are nice to have. crack the top and get some fresh air in without having the windows cracked down. If doing a lot of rock crawling or real off-roading then your right. If your worried about the crash testing in vehicles you might want to start thinking about taking the bus or light rail.
This just isn't the case. The roof has a great deal more structure. It isn't just a hole cut and the moonroof installed. Just like convertible model cars, the bodies are stiffer due to the added reinforcements.
Greg
What is up with ppl suddenly complaining about not having an engine cover?
We are babies, duh 👶 👋
Millenial review…
OMG it’s pretty!!!
Thanks brother 🍻
Oh, I think it is battery operated. OK that’s good. That’ll work. I got to give me one of those lol sorry about that.
Which part??
How tall are you ?
@@bojangles4704 a hair over 6’ but not quite 6’1
@@teamoildrop I watched the video through all the way once and somehow missed it , just got to the part where you said it, thanks man
@@bojangles4704 for sure brother
Would the 2024 Tacoma fit 16 inch wheels?
If you are asking about earlier Tacoma wheels, they won't fit. The bolt pattern is different.
Greg
Any reservations about all 4th gens being made south of the border?
If all the early reports are honest, not much. I’d rather them be made in the US of course but I understand why.
v6 reliability>4 banger turbo.
We’ve heard!
QUIET? IT SOUNDS LIKE DIESEL ENGINE.
It's quiet as compared to the 3rd Gen 3.5L
Greg
I dont know why i find the design ugly especially looking from the back. Too square and you will mistaken it for a tundra. I still wouldnt buy this truck even for a $30k because they made this truck like a rice car for teenager.
😆 well I dont know about that but the design definitely grew on me. Look up a TRDOR long bed in bronze oxide 👀
I am sure it’s a nice truck for $40,000 but $60k+?
TRDOR starts at 43. I got everything I wanted but leather for a hair under 49. But you can definitely build them to be pricier if you try.
8:46 Bro you literally have the passenger seat slid forward. Which means the front passengers knees will be in the dash unless they are 5 feet tall. Slide it all the way back where the driver seat is and lets see it again. The back seat is just as tiny as the last gen.
You fooled yourself by skipping around. Watch that scene again starting with how I situate the front seat for myself first 🤦♂️
I’ll help you out 7:30
That Truck is a piece of garbage
Solid input brother 😎
My humble opinion when test driving the same platform as this review, liked the low end torque and the 8-speed gearbox. Long story short overall, cheaply made like Toyota was in a hurry getting this out to the public with a fair amount of afterthought it seems and will be curious if there will be problems arising in the future with the 4-gen Tacoma.
Bottom line, if you already have a 3-gen in good shape, keep it. However if you’re a fanboy/girl and want to impress your friends/neighbors and want a throwaway vehicle, buy it. Or if your a “Flyin Freckle”🥱 follower and admirer, you better purchase it as well.😳
Many have stated to avoid buying the 1st year of a model redesign.
Greg
“Throwaway vehicle” 😆 that’s a good one! I’ll be keeping my first year 3rd gen as well
I am watching your video again and she is the same as the 1 that I tested. TRD sport premium with power tailgate and the same color.
I am watching your video again and she is the same as the 1 that I tested. TRD sport premium with power tailgate and the same color.
I am watching your video again and she is the same as the 1 that I tested. TRD sport premium with power tailgate and the same color.
@@GerryHavican I liked the truck. 🛻 could not get another black truck though. And I actually find the underground color which seems to be the most common on the road, the least appealing 🤷♂️
@@teamoildrop I like the black beauty or the super sonic burgundy color.
@@teamoildrop I don't care for the underground or the copper something I think that it's called. I know that black is high maintenance and gets hot but it's a pretty color. High gloss.
@@GerryHavican if copper you mean bronze oxide… that’s MY color and I love it 😆
@@teamoildrop That's the color that I was thinking about and I have seen it up close.