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Originally Posted by Big_Cuss
Was thinking about engine options for the 6th gen, and think we'll see the following:
-Base level 3.5L, massaged/tuned as compared to the Taco (tho the Taco might then get the same) to something more like 285+ hp and 280 tq.
-Upgrade for $X,000 to a 3.5L Hybrid, with a little more hp, but a lot more torque. This would line up well against the Jeep Hybrid, and Toyota has the R&D to do it right at a high volume (I'd think this engine will sell more than the standard one). Also adds the ability to run some campsite utilities off the giant battery overnight without a generator or dual battery setups.
-Also, the hybrid might allow for 5-10 miles of electric-only low speed operation, which would really improve city gas mileage.
Thoughts?
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I think you're pretty close to what will actually happen.
The 3.5 might have a more aggressive tune and/or different trans to alleviate complaints about a Tacoma comparison.
If it does go to a 3.5, I'm hoping it has a turbo, but I think that's unlikely.
I'd be willing to bet money there will be a hybrid version.
