I've been back and forth between a newer 4th Gen 4runner or keeping the 3rd gen and the Outback for a DD, but earlier in the week I test drove a 2015 Taco access cab 4x4. I liked the 4.0, the size of the cab was comfy and the truck rode decent, although it seemed rougher than my 4Runner.

I'm about to buy a fixer-upper house, so a truck would be more useful for me as opposed to keeping the 'runner and getting a small utility trailer. It's hard to tell how well the Taco may actually be in terms of a replacement for both of my current vehicles. [ '99 t4R and the '05 Outback wagon ] To be clear, if I went the route of a 4th gen 4runner, I'd still have to get a utility trailer for hauling debris and construction supplies. A truck would eliminate the need for a trailer.

If anyone owns a 2nd gen Taco and can share thoughts or give pros/cons, I'd appreciate it.

The few cons for the Taco that I come up with are:

- twist button t-case engagement, as opposed to the mechanical shift lever
- no multi-mode T-case on the Taco. this is hands down one of the best features of my Runner
- No rear e-locker, the Taco is a base model.