it’s a shame the hi-lux style 4x4 with 2.7 VVTI isn’t offered in the usa. i have a 2005 base tacoma 4x2 w/ 2.7L 5 spd and the thing has more than enough power, and enough for a hi-lux to be outfitted w a 12.7mm and cross the deserts and mountains of the middle east