I hope they put a V8 in the Tacomas soon. The 4Runner's had it since 2003 (I think) and we've been left out. :disappoin

If they come out with a V8 Tacoma soon, mine will get traded fa sho!

BTW: The poll results percentage adds up to 116.67%. How did that happen?

 

BTW: The poll results percentage adds up to 116.67%. How did that happen?

LOL I'm not sure. Could it have something to do with the poll being a multiple-choice?

 

The V8 and the diesel will happen someday ... it's just a matter of when.

Oh, and count on a hybrid in the next generation.

 

I voted "no". I bought my Taco to get decent mileage and still have enough power to do what I want to do with it. The v6 has more than enough power and gets 20+ mpg. Why would we want to get 14 mpg with a Taco?

 

Save the design money, put it toward fixing the squeeky/bottoming out suspension, add some carpet other than this dime store stuff, make available some bells and whistles like heated seats and mirrors, at least give me a cupholder divider that works!

 

I love a smooth torquey V8 as much as anyone, but I'm not sure it makes sense in the Tacoma, given the power & (relative) fuel economy of the 4.0L V6 -- especially considering current (and expected) fuel costs.

Sure would be a sweet little truck, though. Of course, additional sound deadening would be an absolute must. Heated mirrors & seats, power seats, and leather interior should be options.

So what would our well-equipped V8 Tacoma cost? Mid to upper thirties? Plenty of other pricey, thirsty vehicles are still selling well. And it would likely only take a small hit in fuel economy (look at the numbers for the new Tundra). Maybe Toyota should seriously consider a V8 Tacoma. It may have stolen sales from the 'old' Tundra, but I doubt it would take many buyers from the new Tundra. They are too far apart now in size.

As much as I would love to have a V8 Tacoma, I doubt I would buy it. But I think a lot of people would. I started this post thinking I would vote 'no'. Now I have talked myself into voting 'yes', though I think a good diesel would also be a great option.

 

I voted no because I dont want to have to trade in my XR and get a new one with a V8. :lol:

 

Absolutely Yes. I would really hate to have to trade in my 06 Taco for one, but I would definitely do it for the 5.7L.

 

With the new Gen Tundra havin the 5.7, there's no reason for the Tacoma not to get the 4.7. It'll definately give Dodge a run for its money on the Dakota (that blows monkey nuts, anyways!)

 

V8 would be so awesome. Now that the tundra has the 5.7

 

I'd rather have a diesel, better fuel economy and lower emissions.

 

I bet with the 5.7L V8 in the Tacoma, it would get better gas mileage than the 4.0L v6 because of all the low end torque. The Tundra is much heavier than the Tacoma and it is only rated at 1mpg less than the Tacoma

 

We gotta keep ole Mhadden outta here!!! Every time I see his signature, makes me want to go test drive one of them things. I know if I ever do, that'll be the end of ole Blue!!
J/K!!

 

If I wanted a V8 I would have gotten a Tundra.

 

If it came with a tranny and gearing that would allow for better mileage than the V6 while achieving better performance, I'd be all for it. Not that I'd trade mine until I needed to.

Frankly, I see nothing to complain about with the V6..

-- mike

 

Overall some very insightful comments. Perhaps they'd offer multiple engine choices for the next Taco much like the new Tundra, where you can have the 4.0L V6, the 4.7L or 5.7L V8s. So people can still opt for the V6 if they can't justify getting the V8, and the ones that want power can go V8 for real. One thing is for sure though, which is Toyota needs to offer a comparable turbo-diesel for the pickup truck line, and needs to do it fast (within the next 3 years). Could Toyota not offering diesel in North America have something to do with politics (government, big oil, etc)?

We gotta keep ole Mhadden outta here!!! Every time I see his signature, makes me want to go test drive one of them things. I know if I ever do, that'll be the end of ole Blue!!
J/K!!

:lol:

 

A 4.7 would be nice, as would a Limited trim level (discontinued after 04 on Tacomas), maybe heated mirrors/seats, leather, rear defroster, power rear slider...that would be nice.

 

We gotta keep ole Mhadden outta here!!! Every time I see his signature, makes me want to go test drive one of them things. I know if I ever do, that'll be the end of ole Blue!!
J/K!!

MUHAHAHAHA:wink2:

 

If it came with a tranny and gearing that would allow for better mileage than the V6 while achieving better performance, I'd be all for it. Not that I'd trade mine until I needed to.

Frankly, I see nothing to complain about with the V6..

-- mike

I agree, unless they could get the 4.7 V8 to have equal or better mpg then our V6, I'll stick with the good power and decent fuel economy of the V6. However, if they were able to accomplish that, then the current V6 would basically become an obsolete engine. Unless they could tweak it for better economy.

I do think that we should have a broader range of engine choices though. It would be awesome if we had the choice of the 2.7 I4, 3.0 I4 Turbo Diesel, 4.0 V6, or the 4.7 V8. Wishful thinking though, because I don't foresee that occurring anytime soon.

 

And if/when the v8 comes out, how many will complain of the bad fuel milage? Seem some are not happy wilth the v6 and gas milage. I for one think the v6 is just fine in milage and performance. Though a good diesel with better milage than the v6 would be an interesting alternative.

 

V8 = no need for a S/C :clap::clap::clap:

 

The 1GR will probably get updated with dual VVT-i and roller rockers soon to improve efficiency and power (or even the new Valvematic system). They need to work on valve noise and the knocking type noise when the engine is very cold (continues until fully heat soaked). Power output of the new 1GR is likely to be around 263hp/284lb-ft (87 octane). 4-2-1 headers would also be nice.

The 2UZ is about to get replaced as well with the new 4UR-FE w/ dual VVT-i. Power output is expected to be around 320hp/357lb-ft.

1GR - 263hp/284lb-ft (will approach 270/300 with 91)
4UR - 320hp/357lb-ft
3UR - 381hp/401lb-ft

All speculation, but the power outputs cover a broad range and fill current voids quite nicely. Toyota is still seriously considering a V8 Tacoma. Whether it'll have the 2UZ or 4UR is a big question.

 

V8 = no need for a S/C :clap::clap::clap:

No need, but yes want.

 

I bet with the 5.7L V8 in the Tacoma, it would get better gas mileage than the 4.0L v6 because of all the low end torque. The Tundra is much heavier than the Tacoma and it is only rated at 1mpg less than the Tacoma

Yeah, I'm sure the guys with 5.7 Tundras are getting really "great" mileage.

 

DIESEL !

Lets make some power!