Thank you so much! 🙏🏻 And thanks for watching!

I’m also a Tacoma TRD Off-road owner. Thanks for the review.

Haha! Thanks so much! And thanks for watching 🙏🏻

@@jax1079 aye nice job 🍻

Haha! Thanks so much! Hope she liked it as well. Thanks for watching. 🙏🏻

Thanks so much for the kind words! And thanks for watching!

Thanks! Hope we can catch up this week! 👍🏻

Nice! Glad to hear it!

Can you tell us about the acceleration and gears? Is it still gear hunting?

Larry Vang I would call it adequate in both regards. As I said in the video, the transmission is one of the biggest letdowns. It's a little hunty at slower speeds and it neuters some of the engine's power making it slower than it should be.

@@jax1079 thank you

Larry Vang the gearing is much better, a vast improvement overall.

Thanks so much! 🙏🏻

Yeah super interesting and entertaining ! And good details others don’t point out. A+ . Keep up the good work !

@@christ2054 Thank you! I really appreciate it!

Chris Taco hey who are you, I keep seeing you on Truck videos lol

Thanks so much!

Much appreciated! Thanks so much for watching!

Haha! Thanks for watching! 🙏🏻

The old school five speed auto in the 4Runner is actually less annoying than the Tacoma.

Thank you so much! 🙏🏻

Please do! And check out my Ranger review that went live today, which should reinforce your decision to get the Tacoma 🤣 Thanks for watching! 🙏🏻

Thank you so much! And thanks for watching! 🙏🏻

Thanks so much! Safe travels.

Same but 4 runner, Tacoma back seat way too small

Thanks so much! I’m 6’6” and I had no trouble getting comfortable. Thanks for watching!

You absolutely can! Drinks, backup drinks, and backups for the backups! 😂

@@jax1079 be prepared, isn't that the boy scout motto? "No mister drive thru employee I dont need a carrier, I have a tacoma. I have enough remaining cup holders to take the next five cars behind me too." Seriously though, trying to juggle turning, shifting, and a styrofoam cup between your legs is a challenge that requires expert precision.

Thank you so much! And thanks for watching!

Thank you so much! 🙏🏻 It's a Lumix GH5 with an Olympus Pro lens.

Thanks! It's important to be able to laugh at yourself. 😂🤣

Thank you! And thanks for watching 🙏🏻

Thanks so much! And thanks for watching!

Thanks so much! 🙏🏻

Right on! Thanks so much for watching!

Thanks! And thanks for watching!

Thanks!

It’s the extent of my abilities. 🤣

Haha! That's a first, but I'll take it! Thanks for watching!

Thanks! And thanks for watching!

No jokes, only facts 🤣

Thanks! 🙏🏻

That’s a fantastic color! Good choice! 👍🏻

Thanks so much! 🙏🏻 And thanks for watching!

Thanks! Glad you liked it!

Thank you! 🙏🏻

Thanks!

Haha! Some of it is because of its age, and some of it is for entertainment value since it's kind of an easy punching bag. My brother in law had a Titan and loved it, and I'd certainly like to get behind the wheel of the updated Frontier (if they'll let me, 😜)

Thanks! Hoping to get behind the wheel of some new KIAs soon, so we'll see... Fingers crossed!

@@jax1079 sounds good Jax I'll keep my fingers crossed.

@@dannyawesome1149 I tired out the 2020 Soul GT, and it resolved almost all my complaints from the 2018 model. It's still under-powered (and will be until they put a V6 in it), and the interior could use some updating, but otherwise I really liked it and I hope Jax gets to take a look at it. I'd like to watch his review. The Soul really impressed me with how much stuff you could put in it. The one I had came with a dinky little 1.4L and had trouble climbing normal hills unloaded. The 2.0L can do that with ease, but still lacks the power I'm expecting. I might need to adjust my expectations, but I had no problems recommending the 2018 version, even with my complaints.

Haha! It’s certainly tougher looking

@@jax1079 meh tbh, the Tacoma is one of the last trucks to look like an actual truck, the ranger looks like a cross between the honda ridgeline, and a Chrysler minivan. It does not scream truck to me.

I agree. The Tacoma has always known what it is. The Ranger not so much.

Darth Vader lord Vader is correct, the Tacoma looks good, maybe the only truck to beat it in looks is that new 2021 Chevy Colorado

Nice! Hope you like it! Thanks for watching 🙏🏻

Thanks so much for watching!

Get ShiftSense Pro V2...problem solved !!

Haha! Sounds like a good plan. Thanks for watching! 🙏🏻

Nice! They’re unkillable.

Thanks so much! I think you're spot on in your thoughts. Good luck getting your Tacoma! 👍🏻

@@jax1079 thanks man. I know you talked a little bad about the Tacoma's climate controls but I like the simple dials to get things done over the Ford's button or doing it on the sync3 screen.

Ugh, Sync3 is awful. Yeah, I'll take simple over that mess.

The Toyota reliability is what pushed me towards Toyota. I'm still looking at either a new Tacoma or CPO Tundra. I was looking at a Ram 1500 Laramie before, but me and Chrysler have some really bad history, and after reading about MDS engines, I want nothing to do with them. Even though Ram is supposed to be its own thing, I'm deeply suspicious of anything that Chrysler touched. My last Jeep Wrangler, a 2012, was so horrific that I swore off anything Chrysler, so although Ram trucks are the better value proposition, I think I'm better off passing them up for a brand that doesn't bring up such bad memories. I've owned two Toyotas (both early-90's Camrys) and been extremely happy with each. I can live with cloth over leather interior so long as I can get the seat into a comfortable spot. Actually, cloth would probably be best, since I like to take my dog to the park and he likes to shed everywhere. He also likes to roll around in the dirt, so a cloth interior with rubber floor mats and hard plastics will be easier to keep clean. The Toyota name goes a long way towards reassuring people like me, as long as they continue to make quality products. They're about the only brand of used car I'll even consider. I know the Top Gear episode where they tried to destroy a Hylix was satire, but the point remains salient. For those of us who rely on a vehicle that absolutely must start every day, it's hard to beat a Toyota, and we're willing to pay the price premium and forgo features to get it. EDIT: grammar is a thing.

@@Dirtyboxer1 I'm definitely going to be giving up a little creature comforts with a new truck. I have never owned brand new always got used. My current Jeep is a Limited with all the options, leather, power heated seats and roof. I can't afford that in anything reliable that's new with all that stuff. But can live without. Cloth seats are ok. I don't need a sun roof that will eventually leak either. I really only need what comes with the SR5 v6 Tacoma. Willing to give up some things to get new and a reliable vehicle. I've had the Jeep nearly 11 years and replaced a transmission even though it's all well maintained. I want a good long ownership experience that is why I'm going to go with Toyota. A few months more of saving up like mad I'll have my big down payment to pull the deal off.

Why thank you. And thanks for watching!

@@jax1079 Just a great review with a killer sense of humor

I have a Suburban. You rarely need that much space. 🤣

I had the 04 Tahoe 4x4 with the 3rd row and that had all the space I needed ... With my Tacoma all I care about is me being comfortable lol... But the only thing I do not like and heavily agreed with you is the transmission.... too sluggish...

Very true. It's terrible. Surprisingly so considering how good the truck is overall.

Awesome! Glad you like it!

Nice! Good color. And you'll get some nice upgrades (like a power seat!).

@@jax1079 Actually I got the Voodoo blue 💙💙💙

Chump Cheddar Nice! That’ll stand out! 👍🏻

Why thank you! 🙏🏻

This is true!

You’re fairly tall, so most light trucks are going to be tight in the back seat at that height. The Tacoma is on the small side, though.

@@jax1079 I would sit up front, but on of my kids shortest 5'2" needs to be able to fit behind me.

@@Steven-xj2rf Probably be fine in most anything, but the Taco would be the most limited, I bet. Frontier is best all around in my opinion, although I have a soft spot for the Taco TRD Pro... not that I could ever afford one these days.

@@jax1079 same here. The first world problem of filling a three car garage is real. Covering all of the usage needs is a challenge.

But what will you do if you need to buy those EXACT items from Lowe’s?! I might have just saved you precious moments of your life!

Thanks so much! And, yes, that sounds like a great idea. Good tip! 👍🏻

Why thank you! Welcome to the channel!

Not sure, but I imagine a knowledgeable tuner might have a fix. It's not terrible, but it's definitely noticeable.

JAX thank you for the reply. I heard there is a setting where the truck will hold onto gears a little longer and that helps. But that may just be for the pro.

Haha! Well the new Frontier looks pretty good so I'll take credit 😂

Damn, I knew I should've done that... 🤣

Depends... The GM twins are more modern with nicer interiors and as many or more features, but for "real" truck use, especially off-road, the Tacoma is superior. Plus it'll last forever.

Haha! 😂🤣

If you don't truly need the off-road capabilities, I'd go with the Limited (or Chevy Colorado, to be honest...).

@@jax1079 yeah, I really don't do any off road I'm just looking for a smooth highway truck but I do like the tacoma

It's a great truck. I hope the Limited works out better for you! 👍🏻

Lol I love it the ride it’s smooth to me . Idk people have different things they like

Thanks!

Possibly, but with great power comes great responsibility...

Neither is what it used to be

There always are 🤣

Yes, check out the Tacoma and the Chevy Colorado and see which one you like better. They’re both very good.

Honestly don't know, but I think most bed liners and tonneau covers are actually dealer installed options. Thanks for watching!

Keep grinding and you'll get there. Best of luck and thanks for watching!

This is true. I’d love to do a Tacoma vs Hilux video. That would be awesome.

@@jax1079 I think Tacoma is much better than Hilux in terms of Body style, Quality & Options. The differences are quite a few including Hilux comes with Diesel.

Not a bad choice! Thanks for watching 🙏🏻

Awesome! Yeah, Toyota radar cruise isn't quite as good as some other offerings, especially from Honda. But I bet having that 6 speed is a lot better than the auto trans, which kinda sucks. Thanks for watching!

Why don't you like the radar cruise?

I believe so, but I'm not 100 percent sure. Might be a dealer installed option that they just go ahead and put in.

Option.

True. It's not too bad.

It's ok. Looks are subjective, but I like the squarish look of the Tacoma more than the Hilux. Over here, the Hilux's front end looks like the last gen Toyota Highlander, which is a family SUV.

Haha! Thanks! Maybe if I keep going on KZfaq I’ll end up with a Netflix special. Thanks for watching 🙏🏻

@@jax1079 Hopefully. It’s very rare to be witty and funny in a quick way. The lows home depot stuff had me cracking up.

Bahahahaha! Well played. 😉👍🏻

Haha! True, but I’m not a huge fan of the Tundra. Badly needs an update.

@@jax1079 no it doesn't I have one, tried and true v8 and reliable as hell lol

I plan to! Thanks for watching!

Tragic 😐

It would be interesting to see how they stack up against each other.... Now I kind of want to film that test! Tacoma vs Hilux!

JAX please do that!!!

Facts. Thanks for watching. 👍🏻

Depends on what you want it for, but if you’re looking for the best trucky truck that will last forever, there’s no beating a Tacoma.

The Frontier is uglier than a mummified testicle

@@jax1079 Exactly my point. Lol

I’d love to test that battle!

Well I am secretly an architect, so my garage is full of Saabs. I have one for each day of the week, but I was unable to make heads or tails of this strange contraption known as the pickup truck because I’m clearly not manly enough to own one.

The rust situations seem to have been addressed on two separate occasions and affected trucks more in certain regions. I would also note that the big three have not been free from stupid recalls, either, some of which were more serious than others.

Rust problem will never go away from people even though it has been addressed. 🤦🏻‍♂️

Haha! I don't necessarily disagree. Lowe's was just closer. 😉👍🏻

Better than a Nissan Frontier....

To be fair, the new Frontier looks good. Looking forward to testing it this year.

@@jax1079 aye; the new one does look pretty slick 🍻

I mean... 😂🤣