Why I Bought the TRD Off-Road over the TRD Sport | 3rd Gen Tacoma Battle

Excellent video. In the end, I would put it this way. If you are in a situation where you are choosing to buy either a Tacoma TRD Sport or a Tacoma TRD Off-Road, then your life is in a very good place. There are no bad choices here. Thanks!

I test drove a TRD Sport and an Off-road and the TRD Sport felt a lot more smoother and quieter compared to the Off-road

Test drove both. The Sport ride wasn't as mushy on the street. I spend 99% on the street so the Sport is for me. I still got 4x4 when I need it.

Thanks for the really informative video! I’ve been cross-shopping the two TRD trims myself and think the Sport probably fits my needs better. I don’t off-road (not yet at least), just need a reliable 4WD car that can haul my motorcycle. Plus I am a fan of the hood scoop too!

I did the same as you before buying. Drove both a Sport and Off Road. Was leaning towards the Sport but, as you mentioned, the street comfort of the Off Road seems better so I went that direction too. The biggest thing beyond the street ride was the locker. Having done some off roading in a jeep without a locker I feel that is a VERY important thing to have to keep from getting stuck.

I have a 2004 TRD with the 3.4 cast iron v6 and 5 spd. It has the electrically controlled resr locker and the clutch start override switch and both have been helpful. It has 277k miles and I have used it for towing cross country as well as on mountain dirt roads. My wife and a friend used it to tow a 19 ft travel trailer 10k miles in a month from coast to coast. She needed the locker once when she had to climb a hill on wet grass.

I bought the 2021 TRD 4x4 Offroad in Barcelona Red, I love off-roading, 4 wheeling, and though I haven’t used the crawl control, I do use the rear locker a good amount. I did a 3” lift with Fox 2.5 coil-overs w/Res front and 2.5 w/Res in the rear with SPC UCA’s, run 33” BFG K02’s on 17” TRD wheels. I also have the HiLine front bumper with Warn Zeon 10S winch, I love it!!! I love you did the Decked system as I am soon too. I had a 2017 SR5 4x2 and traded it for this one. For me, it was a no brainer. Thanks Chloe for sharing …..

Great video I test drove both a I went with a 2022 sport. I don't off road just a few small easy trails and I love the hood scoop & painted fender flares can't go wrong with the sport or the off road they're both nice trucks. keep up the excellent videos

I looked at SR5, TRD OR and TRD Sport. Earlier this year I got a '21 TRD OR and couldn't be happier with it!

Very good video, I was in the same boat back in 2019. I just wanted a 2 wheel drive commuter Tacoma. But didn't know much about the different versions. But once I got to the dealer I knew I wanted the hood scoop, and all the electronic and safety features. I also heard good things about fox suspension, so it ended up being cheaper to buy the Pro then to get an off-road and add all the options.

I love your content and this is another great video. I nearly bought a TRD Pro two years ago but opted for an Audi S4 instead (I know, not even in the same side of the spectrum) but while I loved my Audi, I regretted not getting the Taco until TODAY. I picked up a 2923 TRD Sport (even though I thought I needed the Pro and then figured I’d “settle” for an Off Road model. Being it would be more of a daily driver and essentially on roads, it made more sense. It has the Advanced Technology Package, LEDs, remote tailgate lock, tie down brackets, exhaust tip, door edge guards, mud guards, all weather mats and sill protectors and essentially everything I would want it to have. I am sure I’ll do some mods at some point, but I am really happy with the decision I made. I am grateful for the videos you produce and look forward to learning more as I begin my Taco journey. 😊

Great video. Thank for it. I opted for the Sport model just due to looks and the fact that I wouldn't be doing much, if any, off roading. Love your Taco!

Choosing between a Sport or OFF ROAD 4x4’s was a great problem to have. I really liked the color matched flares, scoop and rear sway bar on the Sport but the upgraded larger rear axle with the Locking Diff in the OFF ROAD was a deal maker for me - 2020 OFF ROAD with no regrets ! Aftermarket Helwig rear sway bar ( even thicker than the OEM Sport sway bar ) is on the way and color matched flares is on my to do list…. A OEM Sport hood is on my mind rather heavily but not planned at this point. OFF ROAD package is for true 4WD enthusiasts needing/wanting a variety of traction aids and a true heavy-duty rear axle and the Sport 4x4 is a great looking ride for those who only need the basics for leaving the paved roads and are content with the standard Yota drivetrain …

Very nicely done video. Two months ago I got myself a 2021 TRD off-road and I really like it a lot. I have not had a chance to try it out off-road but I suspect this winter (in Maine) it will get a good work out. This is the first of your videos I have seen but now I will definitely have to check out your other ones.

Good stuff, I knew next to nothing about the differences between the Off-Road and Sport when I purchased my 2014, went with the Off-Road at the time and stuck with that when I traded it in for my current 2017 Tacoma.

great video as usual. This is some good info for those trying to decide what Tacoma to buy.

I think the TRD off road is about the best off road value in the market, love mine! Some good tires and it does everything I need.

Great info. I was wondering about those features so that was really in depth as far as first hand experiences in each vehicle.

'17 Sport. To be honest, I bought her because I had been waiting for a Taco with an auto trans to tow my boat out of the water and this one became available at an affordable price. I have had an SR5 of 1st + 2nd gen and loved them, but they were both 4 bangers with manual trans. My only off roading is on old logging roads so stumps and mud are bigger hazards than rocks and sand. I would like a locking diff and will be adding a bumper w/winch as I go solo. I lifted her a little with spacers sure to budget constraints and to keep the ride which I enjoy. Suspension upgrade may be in the future (I'll watch your install videos to see if you address ride quality.) Finally, I'll admit to really liking that hood scoop too. Keep up the good work, Lady.

I have a TRD sport and my friend has a TRD off road. The main difference for me was that the off-road was really bouncy on the road and every time my friend or I would break the front would take nose dive. The trd sport definitely has a smoother ride on road and limited body roll.