Does the new i-Force MAX engine make things too complicated?

[VOOG]

Gone are the days of a naturally aspirated engine under the hood of the Toyota Tacoma. Not only is the i-Force MAX powertrain a turbocharged hybrid engine, but the hybrid motor resides between the engine and the transmission, making things even more complicated. This advancement in hybrid technology makes electrically-assisted powertrains more effective, but more complicated.

As an aside, we shouldn't be surprised that Toyota chose two 4-cylinder engines for the Tacoma. The writing was on the wall with the Tundra and Sequoia that both transitioned to V6 turbocharged engines.

Are you a fan of this new engine or not? WHat do you see as the pros and cons of this new setup?

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[26wx]

I trust Toyota. Does the 2.4T continue to be both port and direct injected?

 

[WIdirtfishing]

I trust Toyota. Does the 2.4T continue to be both port and direct injected?

Great question.

 

[26wx]

And too bad they couldn't pair the i-Force MAX with the 6MT lol...

 

[MJE]

I’d think if anybody could do a reliable hybrid it should be Toyota. I wonder what the MPG’s will be like of course.

 

[Rocky]

These engines should work great and offer reliable driving. The only concern I have is that the technology of placing a hybrid motor between the engine and transmission is relatively new.

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