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2013: New Engines??

Discussion in 'Toyota Trucks & SUVs' started by jdub79, Feb 17, 2012.

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  1. Feb 17, 2012 at 6:38 PM
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    3" lift, Xd Spy wheels, 265/70/17 Michelins, skid pan, fog lights tint, Flyzeye LED lights, ADVMonster LED lights, tri-fold tonneau, box divider........will it ever end? LOL
    EVERY year every manufacturer comes out with SOMETHING new, it's called progress. Personally I like little cosmetic changes and sticking with a model that's tried and true, hence why a bought a 2012. Very happy here.
     
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  2. Feb 22, 2012 at 8:54 AM
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    the plan was originally to have them in 2012, which they didn't for some reason. there was no plan at that time to go with diesel, although he did say that eventually they would have to go with diesel to comply with mileage regulations. of course, that doesn't mean something hasn't changed since the last time i received an update. unfortunately my contact there has gone silent and won't reply anymore. i'm sticking with my 1st gen until they update the engine. happy for now for the most part...
     
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  3. Feb 22, 2012 at 8:58 AM
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    That is exactly their plan and exactly what they should do. The hand me down thing makes no sense. That's their latest production engine, and well tested.
     
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  4. Feb 22, 2012 at 8:59 AM
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    i'd love to get my hands on some of the toyota australian diesels...
     
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  5. Feb 22, 2012 at 3:00 PM
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    So far somebody like me who doesn't need a truck yet, should I wait til the 2013 model is released?

    I am driving a '99 Honda passport :)
     
    tractng, Feb 22, 2012
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  6. Apr 25, 2012 at 8:27 AM
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    I have an 09 2.7l 4x4 taco. Looking to upgrade to a V6, test drove a 2012, but I am holding off until more factual 2013 info comes out. Would hate to buy a 12 and the 13s come out a month later and they have more power and are better on gas and kick ass.
     
    JUNOBEACH, Apr 25, 2012
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  7. May 18, 2012 at 1:43 AM
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    Another consideration would be the transmissions. 6 speed auto? yes please.
    the venza and highlander both have the updated 2.7L w/ 6sp autos. taco? soviet era 4 speed...
     
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  8. May 18, 2012 at 12:53 PM
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    I'm guessing the OP pretty much gave up on these forums given that he was basically told to 'go do your own freaking homework'. :facepalm:
     
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  9. Jul 20, 2012 at 6:29 AM
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    Still looking.
    I went to the dealership and they showed me the list of changes...
    No new motors. They're changing some of the packages and thats it.
    Examples:
    The TRD Sport packages in 2013 are now standard with heated seats for
    both the cloth and leather seating options

    The 2013 Limited Package, built off the SR5 Power Package now
    available for the Double Cab V6 automatic and includes:

    18"Chrome Wheels 265/60/18 all-season tires
    7-speaker (6+subwoofer) JBL Premium Audio with 6'1" display,
    navigation, advanced voice recognition, bluetooth audio streaming and
    more.
    softex leather seating surfaces
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    chrome mirrors, handles, and fog light surrounds
    limited badging
     
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  10. Jul 20, 2012 at 12:36 PM
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    NO Chrome,3" NFab's steps,TRD skid,Wet okie's.011 grill, k&n,5100's,All this comes right off when the old lady says let's go get a NEW ONE!!!
    We need a V6 with 400 HP & 400 FPT that gets 25 MPG now we are talking Taco in the fast lane!!!
     
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  11. Jul 21, 2012 at 8:21 AM
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    Toyota!!! Are you are listening in ?.....

    I have purchased 5 new Tacomas in the past 10 years from you.
    OK now that I have your attention:

    Please put your CARB APPROVED Supercharger on the 4.0L V6 and sell it on a stock vehicle! Now was that so hard??? If I can buy it in the parts dept(TRD) and have it legally installed by you, why don't you offer it as an option. F-ing BONE HEADS!
    I will trade in my 2012 and buy one today.

    The other option I will give you is a turbo V6 Clean diesel making 400-430lb/ft. You can call VW. They will sell you all you want..
    They are already approved for the US market. Mark the car up $5,000 for either motor. I will pay it..!!
    HELLO..................
     
    midlife4X4fix, Jul 21, 2012
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  12. Jul 21, 2012 at 8:22 AM
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    LOL...
     
    midlife4X4fix, Jul 21, 2012
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  13. Jul 21, 2012 at 8:23 AM
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    If Jeep brings it first I will jump ship...

    How about the 800lb/ft dodge Cummins motor in a Jeep? :eek:
     
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  14. Jul 21, 2012 at 8:28 AM
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    REALLY?

    My dad just got a Dodge. F-ing 800 lb/ft BEAST!
    I like my TOYO but it needs POWER! And maybe 20mpg. Can I just get 20?
     
    midlife4X4fix, Jul 21, 2012
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  15. Jul 21, 2012 at 8:30 AM
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    P.S. Toyota!!
    Hybrids are NOT the answer.
    Clean Diesel IS!
     
    midlife4X4fix, Jul 21, 2012
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  16. Jul 21, 2012 at 8:32 AM
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    I just hate their build quality and also want a pick up. My mom(78) just got a Jetta TDI Sportwagen and it had FOUR things wrong with it the day she bought it! Two parts actually fell off the car in her hand... :eek:

    The TDI motor is sweet though. AND what kills me is that TOYOTA can and does diesel well all over the world but just not here????
    Tacoma/Tundra mileage must be hurting their CAFE..
     
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  17. Jul 21, 2012 at 8:41 AM
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    My Wife's '12 Golf TDi has been great. She gets 47, I get 20 in my Taco. We both had Subaru's (Forester and Impreza) and got 26 and 28 respectively. Our combine average is better now than before. Realistically, a diesel will get 25-30% better MPG, so a Taco might get 25 or 26 overall. Nowhere near the gain that a small car gets when it has a diesel.
     
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  18. Jul 21, 2012 at 8:43 AM
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    I have done re-powers before but they are super expensive and are hard to get legalized. I live in California:eek:.....
    I had 8 Vanagons over the years(the BOX) and tried everything to make them dependable. They are at their best while being towed but what a great car otherwise. Fun to frive when set up properly and have a bed upstairs;)
     
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  19. Jul 21, 2012 at 8:46 AM
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    I am also a diesel head. We have an A3 TDI and have had 5 other VW TDI's in the last 20 years. VW really is light years ahead of the japanese car co's in correct and environmentally friendly engines brought to market..
     
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    Currently:
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    82 cars since 1974
    Danm I'm getting old!
     
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