The Toyota Tacoma is a midsize pickup, while the Toyota Tundra is a full-size pickup:
The Tacoma is offered in two main body configurations:
The Tundra is available with two 4-door cab designs:
No. Modern Tacoma and Tundra lineups have transitioned exclusively to high-output turbocharged and hybrid powertrains:
The i-FORCE MAX is a performance-focused parallel hybrid system. It places a 48-horsepower electric motor between the engine and transmission, providing instantaneous low-end electric torque to maximize off-the-line acceleration, technical trail crawling, and heavy towing response.
Yes. A 6-speed intelligent Manual Transmission (iMT) is available on select gas Double Cab models, including TRD Sport and TRD Off-Road trims. It features automatic rev-matching, anti-stall software, and clutch start-cancel functionality.
No. All Tundra models come standard with an electronically controlled 10-speed intelligence automatic transmission (ECT-i) featuring sequential shift mode and dedicated Tow/Haul driving modes.
The Toyota Tacoma offers a maximum towing capacity of up to 6,500 pounds on properly equipped gas SR5 and TRD PreRunner models. i-FORCE MAX hybrid configurations provide a maximum towing rating of up to 6,000 pounds.
When properly equipped, the Tacoma delivers a maximum payload rating of up to 1,705 pounds.
The full-size Tundra provides a maximum towing capacity of up to 12,000 pounds on select Double Cab 4×2 gas configurations. i-FORCE MAX hybrid models deliver a maximum towing rating of up to 11,450 pounds.
The Tundra features a maximum payload rating of up to 1,940 pounds on SR Double Cab 4×2 models.
Each trim is purpose-built for distinct driving styles and terrain requirements:
EPA estimates for the Toyota Tacoma include:
EPA estimates for the Toyota Tundra include:
Toyota trucks come standard with Toyota Safety Sense (TSS 2.5 on Tundra, TSS 3.0 on Tacoma), which includes:
New Toyota trucks are backed by comprehensive factory warranties:
NHTSA campaign 24V-381 addresses machining debris that may not have been completely cleared from certain engine blocks during manufacturing. This debris can migrate into crankshaft main bearings, potentially causing bearing wear, knocking, rough running, or engine stalling. Authorized Toyota dealers perform the required inspection and complete engine assembly replacement at zero cost to vehicle owners.
The T24A-FTS 2.4L turbocharged engine features heavy-duty engineering including a forged steel crankshaft, cast-in iron cylinder liners, piston cooling oil jets, and an electronic wastegate. Recommended maintenance utilizes 0W-20 synthetic oil, with 5,000-mile service intervals recommended under severe operating conditions such as heavy towing or extended idling.
Toyota addressed reported delayed shift engagements and shift solenoid fault codes through updated Transmission Control Module (TCM) calibration software designed to refine hydraulic line pressures and shift timing.
Yes. On i-FORCE MAX hybrid models, the 1.87-kWh nickel-metal hydride traction battery, cooling fan assemblies, and high-voltage cabling occupy the rear under-seat storage well available on gas-only models.
Yes. The front IsoDynamic Performance Seats integrate internal air-over-oil shock absorbers directly inside the seatback structure. The added structural depth slightly reduces second-row knee clearance and legroom for rear passengers.
The XtraCab is engineered as a dedicated two-door commercial and utility configuration to enhance overall body rigidity, minimize cab curb weight, and maximize standard cargo bed length with a full 6-foot bed. Rear storage is accessed via sliding front seats.
Toyota truck fuel tanks incorporate an engineered reserve of roughly 3.0 to 4.0 gallons beyond 0 miles Distance-to-Empty. This reserve prevents fuel pump overheating and prevents engine starvation when traversing steep hill grades or off-camber terrain.
The multi-link coil rear suspension on modern Tundras and upper-grade Tacomas lowers unsprung mass and prevents unladen axle hop over washboards and potholes. While coil springs naturally demonstrate more visible squat under maximum tongue weights, certified payload and gross axle weight limits remain fully supported.
TRD Pro and Trailhunter models include extensive factory-engineered performance hardware as standard equipment, including the high-output i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain, specialized FOX QS3 or Old Man Emu suspension systems, 2,400-watt onboard AC inverters, high-clearance ARB bumpers, heavy-duty underbody armor, and integrated air systems.
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