TRD Intake Review (2016+)

My friend got one of these not too long ago. The sound alone adds +20 hp.

Joking aside, it sounds cool, lol

 

I realize I'm bumping an old thread with my first post which is committing two cardinal sins in the world of automotive forums, but...

1. I've been in the Toyota off-road community for 20 years (T4R.org, ClubLexus, Lexus Enthusiast, Toyotanation, etc)
2. I come from 4 4Runners and a GX 460, so BOF Toyotas are what I know best
3. I just ordered a 2023 TRD Off Road Premium that'll arrive next month
4. On my last 5th gen 4Runner, I decided to install the TRD CAI and did a series of dynos to confirm the results after so much back and forth on T4R about what it was or wasn't actually good for. I've noticed a lot of people here have asked for dynos to prove what the TRD CAI does or doesn't do and while I know (A) The 1GR-FE is not the 2GR-FKS and (2) There are a number of differences between a full-time 4WD 4Runner Limited and a 2WD Tacoma, I figured I would share these for those who are curious:

Stock:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYugD5IvFbE

TRD CAI + Borla Exhaust:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mGw7hc1hEY

TRD CAI + Borla Exhaust + URD MAF Calibrator:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QRjfw2znYfQ

Dyno results are in the video descriptions if you're curious.

Anyway, like many others have mentioned in this thread for the Tacoma, the TRD CAI made a bigger difference in throttle response than it necessarily provided a major boost in power. I know many here have owned both, but in my experience driving 3GTs, the Tacoma's 6AT is much faster to shift than the 4Runner's 5AT. There's a lot of love here for the 1GR-FE and after owning two 4Runners, I'm not really sure why . I think the engine is decent enough but the 5AT is so old and slow to shift, respond or do anything. The TRD CAI helped this a lot and there's no way I could own another 4Runner without it.

Anyway, my Tacoma arrives next month and I went ahead and ordered the TRD CAI based on the info in this thread and my previous experience with TRD CAI on 4Runners.

 

@geckornr

I'm the type of owner that would buy the Intake Kit because I think it makes the engine bay look "fancy".

I've also updated my truck with OTT Tune so it is much better with torque on the fly.

With your test results/opinion, I would take it to heart. It would only improve my confidence in the purchase too.

If I could get a discount on the kit, that would be even better!

Last I checked, it was over $350+ threshold. If it hits near $200, I'd be all over it.

 

Least expensive TRD Intake I just searched:

https://parts.bennetttoyotaoflebano...88Dchi1lkg1dRsJf3E2AIi0Anm72_0thoClY8QAvD_BwE

 

Thanks. You are correct. Best price. I've been wanting one so I just ordered it.

 

Toyota just gave me $1000 parts & service credit, I was thinking about getting one of these but it states 2016-2022. Anyone know if it'll fit a 2023?

 

It should. I don't think anything has changed from 22 to 23 model for TRD intake fitment.

 

Just bought the kit from Bam Wholesale Parts for $355 shipped.

 

Is there any benefit in just putting the TRD filter in other than being reusable? Or just stick with the paper filter

 

Not really. I have the TRD intake and went back to the paper filter. Cheaper and easier to deal with.