2024 Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter & TRD Pro: Going Farther vs Going Faster

While first drives of the all-new 2024 Toyota Tacoma hit a few weeks back, notably absent were two of the most exciting models in the lineup. That changes today.

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This 4th gen Taco sees the return of the TRD Pro along with a new Trailhunter model focused on overlanding. When this truck first debuted a few months back, it had a lot of people asking: which version is going to be the halo truck? We went to find out.

So we headed out to the beautiful, rugged terrains of southern Utah, and enlisted the help of 8-time Pro-4 champion, C.J. Greaves! It was high-speed desert pre-running versus long-distance overlanding. Using C.J.’s expertise, we show you the difference between going faster with the TRD Pro and going farther with the Trailhunter, along with some handy techniques along the way!

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[zigzag]

This guy has a really good way of reviewing. I like his reviews. He looks like a cool dude too.

[IndependenceOverland]

I am so stoked to own a Trailhunter. Cool video, I hope the views pick up. 4:57 is something I have VERY much wanted to hear, thank you for that!

[TRDJon]

The TRD Pro is a ripper! Holy smokes man!

[jayf]

Before I bought my 2023 ZR2, I really looked at the Hunter. I think that mid truck is all I was looking for, but it hadn't come out yet. I needed a vehicle at that time. I am not one to hate on Toyota. But I must admit this ZR2 is amazing. I am the only one of my friends that doesn't have an import, and I still get to where they go. But man...that Trail Hunter....that is was the Trail Boss should have been. Nice vid!

[russellbrown]

Beautiful Tacos! Way out of my price range.

[ninja]

Great demonstration video! Will probably wait 1-2 years until the hype and price gouging comes down.

[ALLwrk]

I think the styling of the pro is so spot on. Only downside is those seats bc you lose cab space, if you have kids.

[escheidl]

These new Tacoma's are more "Recreation Vehicle's" than pickups that have achieved Supertruck status, .. and price. They certainly bring out the "Toy" in Toyota. Nice demonstration and driving. 👍

[lancewilson]

That Terra color looks sweet, at first I thought I would like a PRO in underground, but not I’m thinking about the Terra color more and more

[hugogamez]

Sorry if my English isn’t clear but after watching this video I don’t want a Tacoma. I want two. 😂. Saludos desde Mexico ✌🏼

[cybrtnk]

I don’t care what the price is, I want a trd pro 🌮 and I want it now! Ice Cap white!

[jmyers]

The 24 Tacoma is a awesome improvement. Complaining about prices won't matter. You don't buy it, someone else will.

[kushing]

Great review I’m leaning towards the TRD PRO but I wanted to know, which of these trucks offers a more comfortable ride for washboard roads with pot holes?

[jasonmunday]

Great video highlighting the differences between these two awesome machines. Well made with some great tips. Should we expect the same with the new 4runners?

[Eskimofo-lesy]

I can’t wait for the $10, 000+ stealerships markups!

[InvestBetter.]

Technically, the TRD Pro os the flagship
The Pro has its own tailgate and Fox Shocks.
The Trailhunter doesn't.
That's your clue, as to which one Toyota favors.

[joelfranco]

Do they both have the same width dimensions?

[Senbonzakura]

Can't wait to see the crazy ass prices for both.

[McCracken]

Ditch the stupid snorkel and allow a moon roof as an option and I could be convinced to give the trailhunter a shot.

[bubb]

You said you can manually shift. Just making sure it doesn’t have paddle shifters does it?