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I am about to order a 2023 Access Cab 4cyl 4wd (thoughts)

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by KonaCoffee, Sep 13, 2022.

  1. Sep 23, 2022 at 4:43 PM
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    Limit it to 4th gear around town and 5th on the highway - that helps a lot since it doesn't have to downshift every time you need to accelerate slightly. Also, don't lift it and/or put huge tires on it and get used to hanging back in the right lane.
     
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    You got a quick recommendation?
     
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    Haha that seems to be the consensus.
     
  5. Sep 23, 2022 at 6:21 PM
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    These can get pretty pricey, can't they?
     
  6. Sep 23, 2022 at 6:24 PM
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    I live in the Bay Area. I have no problems keeping up with traffic or with hills.
     
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    At what speeds? I've read 4 cyls don't like going over like 65 mph.
     
  8. Sep 23, 2022 at 6:26 PM
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    lol. I’ve been up to 85.
     
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    Well I'm not sure what all the fuss is about haha
     
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    Yes, 6k plus labor. My friend bought one from the factory back in 01 02 for his but I believe it was a 6. Toyota should give you the option. I have a feeling 4th gen tacomas will have a 4cylinder turbo.
     
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    I personally don't have one but a buddy just bought a 2022 4 cyl and is trying not to regret it
     
  12. Sep 23, 2022 at 6:29 PM
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    That would be sweet!!! That would make it worth it.
     
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    Honestly, your best bet for more pep is a set of light tires.
     
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    So, what's the biggest reason someone would go for a 4 banger? Cost savings? Or is there something else to a 4 banger that a v6 doesn't have?
     
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    SR Utility Package 4x4 is dirt cheap. 28k.
     
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    My brother bought a Honda SV with a I4 turbo. I drove it and really liked it. Around 32mpg. Fun to drive
     
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    Fuel savings and 2.7l engine is pretty legend. Change the oil and beat the shit out of it. They are hard to kill
     
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    Love my 2018 4 banger, but I don’t tow. My advice: if you tow, get the V6. If not, the I4 is all you need.
     
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    I just drove from Utah to NY on 33s with an AVG speed of 85.
     
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    How was your gas mileage on that trip? What do you average with 33s?
     

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