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yeah. Started with lights. Then removed and they installed reflectors. Then completely removed on the 2.5. I wasn’t sure on the dates. 2.5 also removed then sliding rear benche seat. And the transfer case was redesigned as well.
Toyota has had gas Turbos. Lexus RX had a turbo. Harrier had a turbo. 2nd gen GS300 had a turbo inline 6. You just never saw them in the USA. The turbos will be fine, there just so happens to be a few that want to bash Toyota and not learn the facts when it comes to their engines and turbos. That whole “they don’t make em’ like they used to” is an old narrative… when I bought my first Lexus V8, people had said “Toyota doesn’t know how to make truck V8s” At the time the 2UZ was the first DOHC engine in a truck…
Okay so explain why so many of the new turbo engines are exploding?
For their smaller cars, it probably doesn't hurt anything, it's their bigger, heavier vehicles where it can be a problem. And maybe you can blame it on emissions standards, but not a proper thread to discuss this
Does Toyota have lightweight cars with turbo engines? Supra doesn't count not a Toyota. Here's the lineup so many vehicles
Originally Posted by Striker223
Okay so explain why so many of the new turbo engines are exploding?
We all know why, motor oil gets cooked much faster on a turbo engine you can't ignore oil changes especially when a 2.4 litre engine is dragging around 4500 pounds. And what's even the point a Grand Highlander gets 23mpg.
Does Toyota have lightweight cars with turbo engines? Supra doesn't count not a Toyota. Here's the lineup so many vehicles
We all know why, motor oil gets cooked much faster on a turbo engine you can't ignore oil changes especially when a 2.4 litre engine is dragging around 4500 pounds. And what's even the point a Grand Highlander gets 23mpg.
That and several more factors including "American owners"
yeah. Started with lights. Then removed and they installed reflectors. Then completely removed on the 2.5. I wasn’t sure on the dates. 2.5 also removed then sliding rear benche seat. And the transfer case was redesigned as well.
Toyota has had gas Turbos. Lexus RX had a turbo. Harrier had a turbo. 2nd gen GS300 had a turbo inline 6. You just never saw them in the USA. The turbos will be fine, there just so happens to be a few that want to bash Toyota and not learn the facts when it comes to their engines and turbos. That whole “they don’t make em’ like they used to” is an old narrative… when I bought my first Lexus V8, people had said “Toyota doesn’t know how to make truck V8s” At the time the 2UZ was the first DOHC engine in a truck…
2010 is the sweet spot for 2nd gen Tundras. After that they started removing little things here and there. I have zero storage under my backseat unless I cut three holes in the floor and install a storage compartment. In my 2nd gen I had space under and behind my backseat. Also feel like my 2nd gen was faster than my 2.5 gen. The 2nd gen felt more raw. The 2.5 gen is somewhat refined.
I wonder how has the RX turbo and GS turbo faired as the miles piled on.
Okay so explain why so many of the new turbo engines are exploding?
The excuse of Toyota bashing is just sad. Especially when long time owners are abandoning Toyota specifically for engine problems they never had in the past.
I apologize Jill if you think that all it is, but it's not Toyota bashing
That has to do more with economics, the F-150 is pricey. And in places like California gas is nearly $5 a gallon. I'm actually surprised it's still a top seller
2010 is the sweet spot for 2nd gen Tundras. After that they started removing little things here and there. I have zero storage under my backseat unless I cut three holes in the floor and install a storage compartment. In my 2nd gen I had space under and behind my backseat. Also feel like my 2nd gen was faster than my 2.5 gen. The 2nd gen felt more raw. The 2.5 gen is somewhat refined..
From what I understand. The 2.5 tundra has revised suspension tuning and revised throttle tuning. Steering was also adjust slightly. So yeah I can see it ride much better.
Originally Posted by BayeauxLex
I wonder how has the RX turbo and GS turbo faired as the miles piled on.
These models have been out for 10 plus years now. I am sure they are fine. Crown also had a turbo gas for multiple generations. Toyota also had a 1.5 inline 4 turbo gas in their Yaris for about a decade.
Does Toyota have lightweight cars with turbo engines? Supra doesn't count not a Toyota. Here's the lineup so many vehicles
We all know why, motor oil gets cooked much faster on a turbo engine you can't ignore oil changes especially when a 2.4 litre engine is dragging around 4500 pounds. And what's even the point a Grand Highlander gets 23mpg.
With the influx of turbo engines in Toyota/Lexus vehicles it leveled the playing field with other manufacturers in my eyes which made us look outside of the brand.
I’m more diligent with our turbo engines than I am with NA/hybrid engines. I like to think I’m a low maintenance guy and that’s how I prefer my vehicles but sometimes I have to crossover to the dark side for a little more fun and excitement. Sometimes I boost taking my kids to school, dance performances, and daycare. I used to take my daughter to pre K in a C7 Z06.
From what I understand. The 2.5 tundra has revised suspension tuning and revised throttle tuning. Steering was also adjust slightly. So yeah I can see it ride much better.
These models have been out for 10 plus years now. I am sure they are fine. Crown also had a turbo gas for multiple generations. Toyota also had a 1.5 inline 4 turbo gas in their Yaris for about a decade.
RAV4 has 9% growth in its 6th model year. Spectacular product. Toyota really did their homework. Made in Canada too. (No tariffs)
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I really dig your over the top assessment. And when the model Y outsells it like they have in the past, does that mean they will need to do more homework? You're taking all this way to personal. It's just a car company
From what I understand. The 2.5 tundra has revised suspension tuning and revised throttle tuning. Steering was also adjust slightly. So yeah I can see it ride much better.
These models have been out for 10 plus years now. I am sure they are fine. Crown also had a turbo gas for multiple generations. Toyota also had a 1.5 inline 4 turbo gas in their Yaris for about a decade.
RAV4 has 9% growth in its 6th model year. Spectacular product. Toyota really did their homework. Made in Canada too. (No tariffs)
Spoiler
‘’but not for me
I can see that. From a neutral standpoint my brother drove my 2.5 gen and my 2nd gen Tundra on back to back 1000+ mile roadtrips and he said the 2.5 gen rides better.
Are you referring to the Crown that’s currently available in the U.S.? I wasn’t aware of the Yaris having a turbo. I’ve actually seen a Yaris at track day. Not sure what was under the hood. Our ‘23 Rav hybrid was assembled in Kentucky. VIN starts with a 4. It was at the same port at the same time as my Japan assembled Prime.
I can see that. From a neutral standpoint my brother drove my 2.5 gen and my 2nd gen Tundra on back to back 1000+ mile roadtrips and he said the 2.5 gen rides better.
Are you referring to the Crown that’s currently available in the U.S.? I wasn’t aware of the Yaris having a turbo. I’ve actually seen a Yaris at track day. Not sure what was under the hood. Our ‘23 Rav hybrid was assembled in Kentucky. VIN starts with a 4. It was at the same port at the same time as my Japan assembled Prime.
‘Previous generation Crown models. Not the current Gen. 2005 era Yaris. Toyota Crown has a gas turbo back in their 1990s, even as far back at the early 80s the crown had a turbo. Even had a mild hybrid as well in the late 90s
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From what I understand. The 2.5 tundra has revised suspension tuning and revised throttle tuning. Steering was also adjust slightly. So yeah I can see it ride much better.
These models have been out for 10 plus years now. I am sure they are fine. Crown also had a turbo gas for multiple generations. Toyota also had a 1.5 inline 4 turbo gas in their Yaris for about a decade.
RAV4 has 9% growth in its 6th model year. Spectacular product. Toyota really did their homework. Made in Canada too. (No tariffs)
Spoiler
‘’but not for me
The GS turbo is known to be the worst engine you can pick as far as reliability goes....
Wait, there is a GS turbo 2.0? Am I seeing things? Didn't know this car existed.
I know the IS300 has been a 2.0L turbo (originally the IS200t) for some time. Don't know how reliable the engine is, but my friend has one and it's slooooooooooow
taking my kids to school, dance performances, and daycare. I used to take my daughter to pre K in a C7 Z06.