Toyota overhauls the engine and performance offerings with the Toyota Tacoma and Toyota 4Runner for the 2024 model year. What does this mean for the would-be Tacoma or 4Runner driver? More power. Additionally, it means a smoother ride and some greatly need updates to the overall performance output of the 4Runner and Tacoma. If you’re looking to purchase a new Tacoma or 4Runner and performance is on your mind, the 2024 model year is the biggest update in many, many years and means you can enjoy greatly improved capability with your desired Tacoma or 4Runner. Reach out to our team to learn more about purchasing or leasing a 2024 Toyota Tacoma or Toyota 4Runner.
2024 Toyota Tacoma Engine Updates
The 2024 Toyota Tacoma replaces the old standard inline-4 engine with a sleek 2.4-liter 4-cylinder that makes 228 horsepower and 243 pound-feet of torque. This is a huge leap compared to the old inline-4 engine that managed 159 horsepower and 180 pound-feet of torque. This new standard engine features a variety of different configurations, offering increased power output. Tacoma models that pair the 6-speed manual transmission with the 2.4-liter engine offer increased power to the tune of 270 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. Drivers interested in opting for an 8-speed automatic transmission can enjoy 278 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque. For Troy and Waterford drivers interested in the most powerful and cutting-edge version of the Toyota Tacoma, there’s an optional i-Force Max powertrain that features a turbocharged engine and a 1.87-kWh battery pack and an electric motor. This hybrid engine boasts 326 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque. Yes, the 2024 Tacoma is available in a hybrid configuration.
2024 Toyota Tacoma Performance Updates
As far as general performance feature updates go, the 2024 Tacoma changes up the available suspension options, with various trims now coming with multilink variants. Some base versions of the 2024 Tacoma still will come with classic leaf spring suspensions. TRD version of the 2024 Tacoma will offer up monotube Bilstein socks with remote reservoirs. The TRD Pro trim steps things up by adding Fox QS3 three-way adjustable internal bypass shocks. The Limited trim comes with adaptive dampers.
2025 Toyota 4Runner Engine Updates
The 2025 Toyota 4Runner is set to get an updated powertrain. It’s very likely that it will be the same engine that comes with the 2024 Toyota Tacoma. That means Warren, MI drivers can look forward to a standard turbocharged 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine that makes 278 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque. It’s also quite likely that the 2025 Toyota 4Runner will offer an optional hybrid engine that makes 326 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque.
Why Choose a 2024 Toyota Tacoma
If you’ve always been a Toyota Tacoma fan but have felt that the power under the hood was a bit underwhelming (unless you opted for the V6), then the latest Tacoma model year offers an excellent solution. The refreshed 2024 Toyota Tacoma leaves little to be desired in the power realm thanks to the complete overhaul. Enjoy robust power, even with the base trim level of the 2024 Toyota Tacoma. There’s no need to jump to a TRD with a brawnier engine to enjoy the adventuring spirit of the Toyota Tacoma.
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Want to learn more about purchasing a 2024 Toyota Tacoma in the Sterling Heights area? Have some lingering questions that you’d like to clear up? Feel free to reach out to our team! Our team of professionals know the ins and outs of the auto world so that you can enjoy a modernly convenient auto experience near Troy.
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