: While powerful, the Tacoma's 6,500-lb max capacity lags behind the Chevrolet Colorado (7,700 lbs) and Ford Ranger (7,500 lbs). Critical Improvements & Persistent Flaws
: Rear legroom remains cramped for adults (33.7 inches), lagging behind most rivals.
: The "sitting on the floor" feeling of old models is replaced by a more upright, chair-like position with better headroom. buy new tacoma
: The new turbo-four can sound "raspy" or noisy under hard acceleration.
: An 8-speed automatic is standard, but the Tacoma remains the only midsize truck to still offer a 6-speed manual (on select trims like SR , TRD Sport , and TRD Off-Road ). : While powerful, the Tacoma's 6,500-lb max capacity
: A 2WD-only XtraCab built for desert driving with a lifted front suspension and locking rear differential. Performance & Off-Road :
The traditional V6 is gone, replaced by variations of a 2.4L turbocharged four-cylinder. Standard Gas (i-FORCE) Hybrid ( i-FORCE MAX ) 228 - 278 hp Torque 243 - 317 lb-ft Combined MPG ~20–22 mpg ~23–25 mpg Best For Lower entry price, simpler maintenance. Max torque for towing and off-roading. Key Considerations : : The new turbo-four can sound "raspy" or
: Available 14-inch touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital gauges bring it up to modern standards. Cons :