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2024 Toyota Tacoma Review

The Toyota Tacoma is available in an XtraCab 4x2 and XtraCab 4x4 both with a 6-foot box and a Double Cab 4x2 and 4x4 with both a 5- and 6-foot box in multiple trims. Two engines are available depending on the trim, a 2.4L intercooled turbo 4-cylinder producing 228 or 278 horsepower. The Tacoma Hybrid is available in a 4x4 Double Cab with a 5- or 6-foot box and uses the same 2.4L engine that adds an electric motor that increases the power to 326 horsepower. Standard features include a skid plate, heated side mirrors, LED headlights, 17-inch wheels, air conditioning, a satellite radio, an 8-inch touchscreen, adaptive cruise control, wireless device connectivity, 3 USB ports, push button start, a 7-inch gauge cluster, and a class IV hitch. The Limited trim adds paddle shifters, hill hold control, power running boards, power tailgate, a bed extender, a rail system, a power sunroof, chrome mirrors with integrated turn signals, chrome exterior accents, LED fog lights, 18-inch wheels, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, heated and cooled power front seats, automatic dual-zone climate control, a 9-speaker sound system, a 14-inch touchscreen, adaptive cruise control with traffic stop-go, a garage door transmitter, wireless device charging, a 12.3-inch gauge cluster, a head-up display, surround view camera, and a heated leather steering wheel. Standard safety features include active lane departure, forward collision mitigation, front pedestrian detection and traffic sign information. Higher level trims also add blind spot warning, and a rear collision warning.

2024 Ford F-150 Review

The 2024 F-150 comes with many engines, trims and body options so let get rite into nitty-gritty details. The most basic engine is a 3.3L V6, which produces 290 horsepower, allowing for a tow rating over 7,600 pounds. The next step up is a 2.7L turbocharged V6 that makes 325 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. A bigger 3.5L turbocharged V6 makes 400 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque. Of course, a V8 is still available; it's a 5.0L unit making 400 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque. A high-output version of the 3.5L turbocharged V6 making 430 horsepower and 570 lb-ft of torque is also offered. Trims include XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, Tremor and Limited. The basic XL trim is available with three different cab sizes and three different bed lengths in either 2WD or 4WD configurations. Owing to its work-truck pretensions, the XL is relatively light on bells and whistles, with just basic utilities like an AM/FM radio and a 4-inch screen in the center stack. The XLT, while still relatively basic, adds chrome bumpers, Ford's SYNC 3 system, fog lamps, an alarm, air conditioning, automatic headlamps, cruise control, keyless entry, power windows, a powered tailgate and power door locks. The Tremor model offers loads of off-road specific features such as upgraded suspension for better ground clearance and softer dampening. It also comes with many drivetrain features such as locking differentials and reinforced front hub knuckles, as well as other exterior elements such as off-road running boards, upgraded bash plates, high-flow exhaust, and unique front fascia. Lariat-trimmed F-150s start to venture into more luxurious territory and are only available with extended or crew cab cabins. Standard equipment on the Lariat includes power folding door mirrors, a rearview camera, 18-inch wheels, ambient interior lighting, steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls, a power sliding rear window, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, leather-trimmed seats, a 10-way power adjustable driver's seat, SiriusXM satellite radio and an 8-inch touchscreen. King Ranch versions come standard with the 5.0L V8 engine, a crew cab cabin and 2-tone exterior paint. Other features on the King Ranch include LED box lighting, LED headlamps, lots of exterior chrome, heated side mirrors with integrated turn signals and an auto-dimming feature on the driver's side, a remote starter, heated front and rear seats, wood interior trim and dual zone climate control. The Platinum version is the urban cousin to the King Ranch trim. Like the King Ranch, it's only available with a crew cab and the V8. It also features a voice-activated navigation system, unique 20-inch polished aluminum wheels, LED side mirror spotlights, power deployable running boards, aluminum interior trim and a leather wrapped and heated steering wheel. Finally, the Limited trim rides on 22-inch wheels and makes standard a whole range of convenience items that are optional on lesser trims. These include a 360-degree camera with split-view display, remote tailgate release, a twin-panel moonroof and more.

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