Debating between a used 2017 Tacoma or a new 2025 Tacoma

We really haven’t had a winter the last 4 years except for cold, but it surely will if I get a rwd truck….

 

That's the way it usually goes. I had an F150 4x4 when I lived up there. Lost a job, sold the truck for better fuel mileage. First winter storm was my first missed day to weather, ever. 18" storm with wind. It was fun. (Note heavy sarcasm.)

 

I like both of them. Would be easy decision if they both were 4x4

 

I heard a '24 start a few days ago. Definitely sounds like the George Jetson's DD.

 

Going to go with the 2025 Tacoma TRD off road 4x4 bronze oxide. Got them to include a 6/100,000 extended warranty and lifetime paint and interior protection. Likely pick it up on Tuesday evening. 4x4 will make more sense being in Chicago and for the 2 or 3 times a year towing the boat. Really liked that orange color though, if it was 4x4 probably would have got it.

 

Wow. Big difference to me. I say go with the 3rd gen.

 

I'm kinda skewed toward Inferno for some reason.... But I agree with 4WD where you are. Post up some pics when when you her.

 

This is the one I decided on. Not real sure about if I will use the tent thingy but didnt want black, or silver color. Too bad they didn’t have one in orange like the 2017 was.

 

Will be bringing it home Tuesday evening or Wednesday.

 

6000lbs is too much for a Tacoma. It may be rated for 6500lbs but regularly towing 6000lbs will not be a fun experience. Towing will be unpleasant, a real pain in the ass. It will be stressful. Does the 6000lbs include a full tank of gas, ice chests and other equipment? You may actually be exceeding 6500lbs. Love my Tacos but not for towing a lot of weight. I tow a 3500lb boat and trailer, that’s plenty. Couldn’t imagine adding another 2500lbs. Get a Tundra or other 1/2 ton truck.

I see OP you posted your new truck as I was posting. Nice looking truck. I wish you luck towing 6000+ lbs.

 

Actually I think the boat is more like 5200 pounds, and usually only gets towed 5 miles twice a year.

 

Nice looking rig there. You may find you like camping more than you thought!

 

I like camping, usually go to Michigan where I have a trailer on my friends property and is wooded, but may find a need to to tent camping, fun part will be getting the dog in it. 70 pounds pit.

 

I lucked out. She's 60 lbs and figured out how to climb up and down ladder. We of course were very close in case she slipped or needed help / encouragement.


Where at in MI? I'm from the thumb area, most recently SE between Detroit and Port Huron.

 

My trailer is in Dagget Michigan near the menomee river.

cute puppy. Maybe he will figure out how to use ladder