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Benefits and downfalls of TRD Sport vs OffRoad

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Theheisman19, Jan 22, 2016.

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  1. Jan 22, 2016 at 10:38 AM
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    Im trying to make a decision on which one to get so if someone could list each trim level pros/cons thatd be very appreciated.
     
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  2. Jan 22, 2016 at 10:50 AM
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    just kidding OP. There are lots of threads on this though. Plenty of reading available.

    Here is one...it is mostly a pro-OR thread but towards the end there are reasons listed for the Sport too. Most of these threads go that direction.
     
    OnceARunner, Jan 22, 2016
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  3. Jan 22, 2016 at 10:51 AM
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    Get an OffRoad.
     
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  4. Jan 22, 2016 at 10:54 AM
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    DCLB TRD Offroad
     
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  5. Jan 22, 2016 at 10:56 AM
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    I love my 2010sport because I do very little off roading just hunting and fishing no rear locker is not an issue because of light 4x4 need I have. I like the all black of the sport and the hood
     
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  6. Jan 22, 2016 at 11:02 AM
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    Wow, can't get a OR in access cab with a manual. Much disappoint...
     
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  7. Jan 22, 2016 at 11:02 AM
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    In the US
     
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  8. Jan 22, 2016 at 11:03 AM
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    Sport has an 8.4 inch open diff, OR has 8 inch locking diff. Most other differences are cosmetic
     
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  9. Jan 22, 2016 at 11:04 AM
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    Much disappoint. Guess when I get around to getting another Tacoma I'll fall back on the 1st gen's. Few years out still but I figure a used one and the opportunity to rebuild it will be fun
     
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  10. Jan 22, 2016 at 11:16 AM
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    $1 US = $1.30 CDN right now , might make buying one up here worth it if you can navigate the importation paperwork
     
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  11. Jan 22, 2016 at 11:23 AM
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    I never really understood Toyota's logic of offering different trim/packages in Canada vs the US.

    Like where the hell do they get their data that Canadians don't want a DCSB Offroad or that Americans don't want an AC Offroad with a manual transmission?

    I am happy though that when I bought my truck Toyota had the "Sport Premium" package in Canada which gave you leather and navigation without having to buy the Limited package. I don't think that was an option in the states.
     
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  12. Jan 22, 2016 at 11:27 AM
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    I can't bring myself to get into a 2016 Tacoma. It doesn't impress me at all. I'd prefer a 1st gen but would settle with a 2nd gen. Hearing about the hunting for gears kinda turns me off of it as well as the switched transfer case. I mean for gods sake the 4Runner has a manual transfer case on the trail and SR5, why can't the Tacoma?
     
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  13. Jan 22, 2016 at 11:32 AM
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    How would it be hunting for gears in a manual
     
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  14. Jan 22, 2016 at 11:35 AM
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    I was referring to the auto in that statement. I don't mind driving a manual and if I have to down shift then I have to downshift. Reading about the constant up a gear down a gear in the auto though...
     
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    I C

    I just shift my Auto to 4th if its in the range where it is in between gears or TC lock up
     
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  16. Jan 22, 2016 at 11:45 AM
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    That was true with 2nd gen, not so with 3rd gen.
     
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  17. Jan 22, 2016 at 11:47 AM
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  18. Jan 22, 2016 at 11:49 AM
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    OR has Billstein and Sport has Hitachi shocks. And I was surprised that Limited doesn't have Billstein either. Bought a set of OR suspension from a forum member. Much better!
     
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  19. Jan 22, 2016 at 11:53 AM
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    What was wrong with the thread on the same topic that you started 2 days ago? The sport has a stiffer suspension and bigger wheels with a fake hood scoop that can in some cases impair your view of things close to the front of the vehicle. The OR has crawl control, a locking rear diff, a softer suspension tuned for off-roading, and better brakes.
     
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    GET A SPORT!!!!
     
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