The 2024 Toyota Tacoma has been a favorite in the midsize truck segment for quite some time now, and that shouldn’t come as a surprise. From a utility perspective, this model is suitable for other uses in terms of flexibility and sturdiness and is accompanied by a strong engine output line and enhanced safety measures. To provide streamlined and informative insight into the 2024 Toyota Tacoma, we will look at the enhanced features and practicality of the vehicle and also at some of the drawbacks of the car in this piece.
Powertrain
For power under the hood of the new 2024 Toyota Tacoma, you will have the options of two powerful engines. The base power plant is 2.4-litre inline-4 that delivers 160 hp and 178 pound-feet of torque with the help of a six-speed automatic gearbox. There is also a 3.5-liter V6 engine producing 278 horsepower and 265 ft players of torque, the car being equipped with a ten-speed automatic transmission. Each is available with rear-wheel drive as standard and the choice of four-wheel drive for those wanting a little more off-road oomph.
Advanced Technology
The Advance Technology package of the 2024 Toyota Tacoma includes a vast number of features that aim to increase safety and comfort during the drive. Included throughout the line is a standard 7-inch infotainment touch display with smartphone compatibility, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Standard is an AM/FM/CD sound system on the base L and increasing up to the standard offering of an 8-inch display with integrated navigation on the higher trims. Other tech on offer includes a Wi-Fi hotspot, a JBL premium audio system and a host of driver aids.
Capability and Towing
Just like its predecessors, the 2024 Tacoma is built to excel in utility and towing and withstand daily use and occasional off-road use as well. The optional Multi-Terrain Select system orients traction control to one of the modes according to the area of the surface, and the Crawl Control function allows passage with a low speed through the tracheal. For towing, the 3.5 liter V6 engine in Tacoma tases up to 6,800 pounds, and the 3.5 liter V6 TRD Pro taces up to 6,800 pounds.
Safety and Reliability
Unlike many other cars in the compact pickup truck market, safety is the focal point of the new 2024 Toyota Tacoma with several standard and optional assistant features. These are extension systems that exist in the class and they include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, a lane departure warning, and adaptive cruise control. The Tacoma also boasts off having been tested and awarded five stars by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in safety.
However, new for the 2021 model year, the Tacoma earned an above-average predicted reliability rating from J.D. Power’s 2021 Vehicle Dependability Study. Such a background of reliability is to ensure that the Tacoma can serve you for several years after purchasing it.
Design and Configuration
The new Toyota Tacoma will also come in different types including the regular cab, the extended cab and the crew cab that can come with either short or long bed space. Available at all Tacomas is the 6-foot bed, but there is a shorter 5-foot bed for those seeking easier access. There is also additional Tacoma adventure grade options which include the sport-tuned suspension, off-road lamps and even protective skid braces.
Conclusion
The new 2024 Toyota Tacoma gives the midsize truck market a run for its money and is worth looking at. It has a potent range of engines, high-tech innovative features, and; the capability to go through off-road terrains as if they are designed for it because the Tacoma top-notch vehicle can accomplish just about anything. The designers did not make the Toyota Tacoma a luxury or completely comfortable ride; however, the reliability factor, safety aspects, and general substance of the truck are enough to guarantee it as one of the market’s best choices for different types of truck users.
