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How we made the best Tacoma intake.
How we made the best Tacoma intake.

More torque and better throttle response. Turbo sound is louder but not obnoxious. Love it!

  Vance G — Reno, NV

Key Features

  • Adds +18.3 hp, +17.7 lb-ft
  • Dyno and road tested, beats all competitors
  • Evenly distributed air pressure across the face of the entire filter
  • Patented air filter housing
  • Largest air filter in its class
  • Oiled filter captures maximum dust
  • Massive organically-shaped intake tube
  • 72% larger Ram-Air Duct than stock
  • Flows 37% greater than stock
  • Large Ram-Air scoop seals to hood
  • Side inlet accommodates factory snorkel
  • Removeable side inlet splash guard
  • No Check Engine Light

Proven Power

Gale Banks has been designing turbocharged engines and intake systems for over 60 years. Long before he pioneered Diesel performance, Gale was the expert in forced induction gas engines. The new Tacoma intake system marks a return to his roots. The new Ram-Air intake delivers 18.3 horsepower and improved throttle response you can feel, all from a simple bolt-on system. 
Horsepower Gain for 2024 Tacomas With the banks Ram-Air Intake. 42291
Torque Gain for 2024 Tacomas With the banks Ram-Air Intake. 42291
Wheel Horsepower
Wheel Torque

Thanks to a reduction in pressure loss over the stock intake, air mass is increased into the turbo inlet. This denser air makes the turbo's job easier. Turbo lag is reduced and boost comes on sooner, widening the engine's working RPM range.

Unrestricted Airflow Performance

The Banks Ram-Air Intake for your Tacoma is able to reach your engines peak Mass Air Flow demands with 45% lower pressure loss compared to stock. This MAF gain of 8 lb/min means your turbo works less hard, generates less heat, and spools up faster resulting in improved throttle resposne you can feel.
Mass Air Flow Gain for 2024 Tacomas With the banks Ram-Air Intake. 42291

The Ram-Air Effect

Taking advantage of the fast-moving air hitting the nose of the truck, the Banks Ram-Air effectively supercharges your turbo.

As air density inside the Ram-Air intake increases with vehicle velocity, it reduces turbo's workload. In other words, the turbo will make the same boost at a lower shaft speed. This results in improved throttle response and longer turbo life.

Massive Filter Sized Right

The massive Ram-Air filter extends service intervals by collecting more dust within its deep pleats before causing restriction. Greater filtration surface area increases the dirt load the filter can take, which allows the Banks Ram-Air to continue performing long after other smaller filters become filled with contaminants. 2024+ Tacoma intake filter size comparison
Banks Ram-Air Filter and its massive size

Air filter housing volume has been optimized to ensure the incoming ram-air is evenly distributed around the filter and prevent housing choke from limiting airflow into the filter. This maximizes compressor efficiency while fully utilizes the entire filter medium for dust collection.

Massive Intake Tube Optimizes Flow

The Banks intake tube features a NASA-inspired low pressure loss duct bend. It also maintains the full 78.54 square-inch cross-sectional area of the filter outlet. Competitive intake system have small filter outlets, choking airflow back to stock or worse.
Tacoma Ram-Air intake Cobra Inlet

The intake tube's smooth change in both shape and direction avoids the harsh 90° bends found in other designs. This helps maintain intake air velocity by preventing boundary layer separation and drag which effectively reduces the flow diameter of the tube and causes pressure loss.

Banks vs The Competition

Banks v.s. K&N
Banks v.s. Mishimoto
Banks v.s. SXTH
About This Product

The Banks Ram-Air Intake adds an impressive dyno-tested 18.3 hp and 17.7 lb-ft. Using NASA-developed fluid dynamics, the system increases air density to the turbo inlet, improving throttle response and fuel economy. The enclosed housing keeps out power-robbing hot air. The massive filter element outflows stock and all competitors, captures finer debris, and extends service intervals. 

Fitment Note
Specifications
The Banks Ram-Air intake for 2024 Tacoma adds a dyno tested +18.3 hp. The enclosed system keeps out hot power-robbing air. Improves fuel economy and filtration.
This Banks Ram-Air®
fits the following vehicles:
click to expand

Toyota 4Runner

  • Toyota 4Runner | 2.4L Hybrid 2026
  • Toyota 4Runner | 2.4L Gas 2026
  • Toyota 4Runner | 2.4L Hybrid 2025
  • Toyota 4Runner | 2.4L Gas 2025

Toyota Tacoma

  • Toyota Tacoma | 2.4L Hybrid 2026
  • Toyota Tacoma | 2.4L Gas 2026
  • Toyota Tacoma | 2.4L Hybrid 2025
  • Toyota Tacoma | 2.4L Gas 2025
  • Toyota Tacoma | 2.4L Hybrid 2024
  • Toyota Tacoma | 2.4L Gas 2024
Installation and Support

Banks Ram-Air®

Cold Air Intake w/ Side Fender Inlet
Oiled Filter

SKU #42291

2024-2026 Toyota Tacoma 2.4L & 2025-2026 Toyota 4Runner 2.4L

+18.3 hp and +17.7 lb-ft. Improves throttle response and turbo life. Superior filtration. Amazing sound.

Not compatible with Trailhunter and TRD Pro
$398.00
MSRP: $442.22
Add-Ons
50 state compliant
D-161-179/184 for 2025-2026 4Runner
D-161-182 for 2024-2026 Tacoma
Banks Ram-Air®

More torque and better throttle response. Turbo sound is louder but not obnoxious. Love it!

  Vance G — Reno, NV

Key Features

  • Adds +18.3 hp, +17.7 lb-ft
  • Dyno and road tested, beats all competitors
  • Evenly distributed air pressure across the face of the entire filter
  • Patented air filter housing
  • Largest air filter in its class
  • Oiled filter captures maximum dust
  • Massive organically-shaped intake tube
  • 72% larger Ram-Air Duct than stock
  • Flows 37% greater than stock
  • Large Ram-Air scoop seals to hood
  • Side inlet accommodates factory snorkel
  • Removeable side inlet splash guard
  • No Check Engine Light

Proven Power

Gale Banks has been designing turbocharged engines and intake systems for over 60 years. Long before he pioneered Diesel performance, Gale was the expert in forced induction gas engines. The new Tacoma intake system marks a return to his roots. The new Ram-Air intake delivers 18.3 horsepower and improved throttle response you can feel, all from a simple bolt-on system. 
Horsepower Gain for 2024 Tacomas With the banks Ram-Air Intake. 42291
Torque Gain for 2024 Tacomas With the banks Ram-Air Intake. 42291
Wheel Horsepower
Wheel Torque

Thanks to a reduction in pressure loss over the stock intake, air mass is increased into the turbo inlet. This denser air makes the turbo's job easier. Turbo lag is reduced and boost comes on sooner, widening the engine's working RPM range.

Unrestricted Airflow Performance

The Banks Ram-Air Intake for your Tacoma is able to reach your engines peak Mass Air Flow demands with 45% lower pressure loss compared to stock. This MAF gain of 8 lb/min means your turbo works less hard, generates less heat, and spools up faster resulting in improved throttle resposne you can feel.
Mass Air Flow Gain for 2024 Tacomas With the banks Ram-Air Intake. 42291

The Ram-Air Effect

Taking advantage of the fast-moving air hitting the nose of the truck, the Banks Ram-Air effectively supercharges your turbo.

As air density inside the Ram-Air intake increases with vehicle velocity, it reduces turbo's workload. In other words, the turbo will make the same boost at a lower shaft speed. This results in improved throttle response and longer turbo life.

Massive Filter Sized Right

The massive Ram-Air filter extends service intervals by collecting more dust within its deep pleats before causing restriction. Greater filtration surface area increases the dirt load the filter can take, which allows the Banks Ram-Air to continue performing long after other smaller filters become filled with contaminants. 2024+ Tacoma intake filter size comparison
Banks Ram-Air Filter and its massive size

Air filter housing volume has been optimized to ensure the incoming ram-air is evenly distributed around the filter and prevent housing choke from limiting airflow into the filter. This maximizes compressor efficiency while fully utilizes the entire filter medium for dust collection.

Massive Intake Tube Optimizes Flow

The Banks intake tube features a NASA-inspired low pressure loss duct bend. It also maintains the full 78.54 square-inch cross-sectional area of the filter outlet. Competitive intake system have small filter outlets, choking airflow back to stock or worse.
Tacoma Ram-Air intake Cobra Inlet

The intake tube's smooth change in both shape and direction avoids the harsh 90° bends found in other designs. This helps maintain intake air velocity by preventing boundary layer separation and drag which effectively reduces the flow diameter of the tube and causes pressure loss.

Banks vs The Competition

Banks v.s. K&N
Banks v.s. Mishimoto
Banks v.s. SXTH
About This Product

The Banks Ram-Air Intake adds an impressive dyno-tested 18.3 hp and 17.7 lb-ft. Using NASA-developed fluid dynamics, the system increases air density to the turbo inlet, improving throttle response and fuel economy. The enclosed housing keeps out power-robbing hot air. The massive filter element outflows stock and all competitors, captures finer debris, and extends service intervals. 

Fitment Note
Specifications
The Banks Ram-Air intake for 2024 Tacoma adds a dyno tested +18.3 hp. The enclosed system keeps out hot power-robbing air. Improves fuel economy and filtration.
This Banks Ram-Air®
fits the following vehicles:
click to expand

Toyota 4Runner

  • Toyota 4Runner | 2.4L Hybrid 2026
  • Toyota 4Runner | 2.4L Gas 2026
  • Toyota 4Runner | 2.4L Hybrid 2025
  • Toyota 4Runner | 2.4L Gas 2025

Toyota Tacoma

  • Toyota Tacoma | 2.4L Hybrid 2026
  • Toyota Tacoma | 2.4L Gas 2026
  • Toyota Tacoma | 2.4L Hybrid 2025
  • Toyota Tacoma | 2.4L Gas 2025
  • Toyota Tacoma | 2.4L Hybrid 2024
  • Toyota Tacoma | 2.4L Gas 2024
Installation and Support

Overall rating: 4.7444444 / 5 from 90 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Banks Ram-Air Intake enhances vehicle performance with notable power gains and improved throttle response. Customers appreciate its easy installation and the enclosed housing that protects against hot air. The system also offers superior filtration, extending service intervals.

Summary topics

  • Power Increase (27%): Customers keep praising the impressive power and throttle response provided by this system for their vehicles.
  • Ease of Installation (35%): Many customers expressed satisfaction with the easy installation process of the product, mentioning it as easy and straightforward.

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Review highlights

  • "I would highly recommend this system to anyone looking for a little power upgrade not to mention fuel efficiency." — Mark
  • "The air intake system was a very simple install!" — Mark
  • "The install was very easy and the fit was as good as oem." — Jimmy B.

Reviews

Thank you for your amazing products!

"I got the RAM-air intake and boost tubes for my 4th Gen Tacoma. I immediately felt the difference with just the intake alone installed. It gave my SR5 the giddyup I felt it was missing. I took my truck out for a mud bath and was impressed the filter stayed dry, even with the side port off. 10/10 would recommend"

— @TopangaTaco (5/5)

2025 Tacoma trd banks ram air review

"Big Improvement — Definitely Worth It I’ve been really impressed with the Banks Ram-Air intake. The difference was noticeable right away. Acceleration feels quicker and more responsive—to me, it almost feels like the truck is in Sport Mode now. One of my favorite parts is being able to actually hear the turbo spool up. Banks includes a rubber block-off cap if you prefer a quieter setup, but I left mine open because I really like hearing the turbo. I’m also already seeing an increase in gas mileage, which was a nice bonus. Better throttle response, improved acceleration, great turbo sound, and better MPG so far. Very happy with the upgrade and would definitely recommend it."

— John D. (5/5)

Looks factory

"When I first installed ram air system I drove 54201 odometer to 54278 and got an average of 28. 9mpg. This was with non ethanol Casey’s gas. Since then I have made several long trips not getting as good mpg (lower grade gas and maybe need to clean filter?). I am really impressed with ease of install and the look of “factory”."

— John Y. (5/5)

Banks 4th gen Tacoma Ram Air Intake

"Intake installs quickly and easily, just follow directions and use suppled screws for MAF sensor. Left the snorkel cover off for sound and glad I did! Great intake sound when you get on it and turbo blow off flutter. Definitely feels like I got more power. Would recommend to anyone and you cant beat Banks known reputation!!"

— MIchael H. (5/5)

Nice intake

"Solid intake. Better throttle response. Not too much louder which I like. My only gripe with banks is who they choose for their brand ambassadors. Specifically rob motive. Because of him I’ll likely be moving to a sxth intake."

— Nathan C. (3/5)

Tacoma is breathing better.

"Installed both Banks Boost Tubes and the Banks Ram-Air on my '24 Toyota Tacoma TRD OFF ROAD, straight forward instructions, looks Real Nice, just waiting on Banks to release the Intercooler."

— David W. (5/5)

Banks charge pipes and intake for the win!

"Banks knocks it out of the park, again! Everything installed in a snap; quality hardware. If you are looking for an intake that is reliable, backed by an amazing warranty, 50-state CARB-compliant, adds some extra whooshy from the turbo, Banks is the winner."

— Steve (5/5)

2024 Tacoma

"I recently installed your cold air kit before I took a week trip through the Rocky Mountains. I was happy to see the highway mileage go up 2-2.5 mpg, and it feels like there is some extra power under the hood as well. The install was easy and took maybe 30 minutes. GREAT PRODUCT, and thanks for going through the hoops of getting it CARB certified."

— William S. (5/5)

The package arrived within a

"The package arrived within a week of ordering, contents packed well, parts inventory complete. The installation was simple, took about an hour. Press fitting the filter into the housing was most difficult part. It should be done before housing mounted in truck. There is a definite improvement in acceleration and throttle response. Increases in sound is negligible. Very satisfied with thee service, product and improved performance. The hot/cold tubes will be next."

— James F. (5/5)

The missing piece

"It really gives your tacoma that extra oomph if you get larger wheels and tires. No extra sound which I preferred, just all power. Mpg went up because everything's easier. Install was maybe 20 or so minutes. My advice is buy an extra filter so you can swap when you recharge and clean one"

— Joe C. (5/5)

Q&A

Is there a dry filter option?
We only recommend a oiled filter solution for Toyota vehicles as its far superior for dust collection.
Does this CAI come with the air filter or must it be purchased separately?
Hey thanks for messaging us, all our Ram-air Intake kits come with a filter and are ready to install.
Hi - Will you be making this for the Trailhunter trim? ETA?
Trailhunter version can be found here: https://bankspower.com/products/ram-air-intake-system-42292-toyota-tacoma-2-4l-trd-pro-trailhunter?variant=45227085234373
What's the efficiency for this intake in both oiled and dry versions?
Filter efficiency for the oiled filter is 99.25%. At this time, we do not offer a dry filter for this application. We have chosen to offer only the an oiled filter because of its superior air mass flow and filtration, without clogging the MAF sensor with oil.
Has Banks made the change on the Ram-Air cold air intake version for 2025 4Runners to address the issue of the corner of the air intake clip / rivet hole (4'o clock position) that didn't line up with anything?
The Ram-Air Intake ships with the new molded rubber inlet designed for both Tacoma and 4Runner. The 4 o'clock position hole lines up as it should. Pull the trigger. You'll love it!