2WD or 4WD

It's 29° and snowing here. That's why 4x4 for us

 

15 below and snowing. Want 4WD

 

4wd Rocks

 

Ending up backwards in the interstate median with wet pants is the best!

 

I can't ever think of a situation where I can say I was happy I only had 2wd.

My first truck was 2wd, the four after that have all been 4wd.

 

I live in AK, and commute around 2k miles a month through a few mountain ranges. I pretty much drive in 4 hi the entire time when there’s snow on the road. I would never get another 2wd truck, as I’ve gotten stuck too many times.

 

When i had 2wd i was happy in the summer, and early fall with it. Theres something about snow, and mud with 2wd that don't get along.

 

I was contemplating trading up to a 4wd as well but came to my senses. I’ve never needed a 4wd living in south Texas and if I ever did need one it’ll be because I put myself in that situation. That said, someone will be more than happy to pull me out of the sand at the beach going to use the money I’m saving on a good suspension lift

 

Used my Tacoma to deliver a stove today. Had to back down the steep driveway in snow. 4WD was super nice to have. 2WD? Would’ve been shoveling it out.

 

Slight less mpg, lower tow rating and maybe higher insurance. But you have a 4x4. I went 2wd for the cost and I don’t need 4wd but it would be nice. It was hard to make that decision.

 

my previous taco was 2wd, upgraded to a 4wd 3rd gen and I wouldn't go back

 

I live in Maine and just bought a 2023 4x2 SR5. This truck is perfect for my every day driving needs; grocery getter, occasional trip to Home Depot, etc. I will add some weight in the bed this winter and will only drive it when the roads are clear. I use to drive a Chevy S10 when I first got my license; a sand bag in the bed during the winter served me well.

I see all kinds of 4x4 Tacomas here in Maine and none of them look like they have ever left the pavement. I'm not trying to be a glitter cowboy or keep up with Joneses, so my new truck is all I need. Buy what will serve you best!

Also, my wife has an AWD Honda CR-V when the snow gets bad.