So, I’m just finding out that the 2024 Tacoma Access Cab is now only coming with two doors, ditching those handy suicide doors from previous models. I’m really curious, why the change? Online, I’ve seen explanations saying it’s because it’s “cheaper” (which seems kind of funny) and “safer,” but honestly, I’m wondering if I’m the only one who thinks this is a bit of a bad move. What’s the real reason behind this decision?
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I have a second-gen Access Cab, and losing those rear doors would be a deal-breaker for me. I really love the truck, and having access to that extra space is just too useful to give up.
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For me, the deal-breaker is that they’re only offering them in 2WD. Looks like I’ll have to switch to a crew cab instead. Ugh.
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Seriously? This is the first I’m hearing of that. It sounds like they’re just turning the Access Cab into a fleet truck now.
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To be fair, that’s the Prerunner model, which has always been 2WD only. As of now, there’s no word on the Access Cab being available on anything other than the Prerunner and the SR. Plus, the Prerunner doesn’t actually have a back seat; it just has a storage area in the rear.
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Who doesn’t appreciate the convenience of adjusting their seat every time just to lift or torque something out of the Access Cab? At least the first ten chiropractic visits are covered under Toyotacare.
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, I really don’t get why they’re removing the seats to create more storage while making it harder to access. They could have at least given people one side that opens.
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Update: The Xtracab (SR) does come with a 4WD option, I saw it in ToyotaJeff’s video review.
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Since the fourth day I had my fleet truck, the driver’s side access door hasn’t worked. I know what’s wrong with it, but I’m sure my company won’t fix it. For the past 10 months, I’ve been climbing over the passenger side to get things. I know what part is broken, but I’m not going to invest the time and money to fix it myself.