Toyota Tacoma

The Toyota Tacoma, a pickup truck produced by the Japanese automaker Toyota since 1995, has undergone several generations. Initially, the Tacoma was considered a compact pickup truck and was manufactured from 1995 to 2004 (first generation). Subsequently, the second generation (2005-2015) and the ongoing third generation (since 2015) are classified as mid-sized pickups. In 2005, the Tacoma earned the distinction of being Motor Trend's Truck of the Year.

As of 2015, the Tacoma has been available for sale in various countries, including the United States, Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, Bolivia, Bermuda, and the French overseas collectivity of New Caledonia. In most global markets, the Toyota Hilux is offered instead of the Tacoma.

The name "Tacoma" was chosen because it is derived from the name given to Mount Rainier by the Coast Salish people of Washington state in the United States.

  

2021 Toyota Tacoma (N300) TRD Off-Road Double Cab
Overview
Manufacturer	Toyota
Production	January 1995 – present
Model years	1995–present
Body and chassis
Class	Compact pickup truck (1995–2004) Mid-size pickup truck (2004–present)
Layout	Front-engine, rear-wheel drive/four-wheel drive
Chronology
Predecessor	Toyota Pickup (1995)

First generation ( 1995),

In February 1995 (with a market launch in March 1995), the Toyota Tacoma was introduced in the United States as a successor to the Toyota Pickup, which was known as the Hilux in the North American market. Unlike the Hilux, the Tacoma was specifically designed to prioritize factors such as ride quality, handling, comfort, and safety, rather than solely focusing on ruggedness and payload capacity. This engineering approach aimed to better cater to the preferences and requirements of the US and Canadian markets, where pickup trucks are frequently used as personal vehicles, in addition to their commercial, agricultural, and off-road applications.

                                                    Technical

three engines were available for the Tacoma:

Engine	Model	Type	Power	Torque	2WD	4WD	Consumption[6]
2.4 L	2RZ-FE	I4	142 hp 106 kW	160 lb⋅ft 217 N⋅m	Yes	No	26 mpg‑US 9.0 L/100 km[a]
2.7 L	3RZ-FE	I4	150 hp 112 kW	177 lb⋅ft 240 N⋅m	No	Yes	20 mpg‑US 12 L/100 km[b]
3.4 L	5VZ-FE	V6	190 hp 142 kW	220 lb⋅ft 298 N⋅m	Yes	Yes	21 mpg‑US 11 L/100 km[a]

                      Second generation 2004,

Toyota commenced the development of the second generation Tacoma in 2000, led by chief engineer Chikuo Kubota. The majority of the development work was assigned to Hino, a subsidiary of Toyota, based in Japan. Shigeya Hattori and Hideo Karikomi, designers from Hino, emerged as the winners of the internal design competition in 2001. The final designs were frozen for production in 2002, and patents were filed on July 3, 2003. Test mules were subjected to testing starting early in 2003, followed by the construction of prototypes later that same year. The development phase concluded in the second quarter of 2004.

During the Chicago Auto Show on February 4, 2004, Toyota unveiled a larger and more powerful version of the Tacoma. It was officially launched on October 18, 2004, as a 2005 model. The new Tacoma offered a total of eighteen different combinations, including three cab configurations, four transmissions, two engines, and two bed lengths.

Second generation (N220/N240/N250/N260/N270)
Overview
Production	August 2004 – August 2015
Model years	2005–2015
Assembly	United States: Fremont, California (NUMMI, 2005–2010); San Antonio, Texas (TMMTX, 2010–2015) Mexico: Tijuana (TMMBC)
Designer	Shigeya Hattori, Hideo Karikomi (2001, 2002)[30] Akira Yamaguchi, Jinichi Sato (facelift: 2010)[31]
Body and chassis
Body style	2-door regular cab 4-door extended cab 4-door crew cab
Related	Toyota 4Runner/Hilux Surf (N210) Toyota FJ Cruiser
Powertrain
Engine	2.7 L 2TR-FE I4 4.0 L 1GR-FE V6
Power output	159 hp (161 PS; 119 kW) (2TR-FE) 236 hp (239 PS; 176 kW) (1GR-FE)
Transmission	4-speed automatic 5-speed automatic 5-speed manual 6-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase	Regular Cab 2WD: 109.4 in (2,779 mm) Regular Cab 4WD & PreRunner: 110.0 in (2,794 mm) Access Cab: 127.8 in (3,246 mm)/127.2 in (3,231 mm) Double Cab Long Bed: 140.9 in (3,579 mm)
Length	Regular Cab: 190.4 in (4,836 mm) Access Cab: 208.1 in (5,286 mm) Double Cab Short Bed: 208.1 in (5,286 mm) Double Cab Long Bed: 221.3 in (5,621 mm)
Width	2WD Extended: 74.6 in (1,895 mm) 2WD Regular: 72.2 in (1,834 mm) 4WD: 74.7 in (1,897 mm) X-Runner: 74.0 in (1,880 mm)
Height	Extended Cab & 4WD Regular: 69.9 in (1,775 mm) Double Cab: 70.1 in (1,781 mm) Regular Cab 2WD: 65.7 in (1,669 mm) 2005–06 X-Runner: 65.2 in (1,656 mm) 2007–15 X-Runner: 72.2 in (1,834 mm)
Curb weight	3,550–4,220 lb (1,610–1,914 kg)[32]

                          Third generation (N300; 2015)

The latest iteration of the Tacoma was introduced to the public at the North American International Auto Show in January 2015, and sales in the United States began on September 10, 2015. In terms of size and mechanical features, the N300 Tacoma closely resembles its predecessor, the N2x0 model.

The Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport Access Cab, which was introduced in 2016, has been in production since August 2015 and is still being manufactured. It falls within the model years 2016 to 2023. The assembly of the Tacoma takes place in multiple locations, including Apaseo el Grande in Mexico (TMMGT, 2020-2023) and Tijuana in Mexico (TMMBC). In the United States, it was assembled in San Antonio, Texas (TMMTX) from 2015 to 2021. The design of the Tacoma TRD Sport Access Cab was led by Kevin Hunter.

In terms of body style, it is available as a four-door extended cab and a four-door crew cab. It shares a relationship with the Toyota 4Runner (N280) model. The Tacoma TRD Sport Access Cab offers two engine options: a 2.7 L 2TR-FE I4 engine and a 3.5 L 2GR-FKS V6 engine. The power output of the 2TR-FE engine is 159 hp, while the 2GR-FKS engine delivers 278 hp. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual (2016-2017), 6-speed automatic, and 6-speed manual (RC62F).

In terms of dimensions, the wheelbase for the Access Cab and Double Cab (Short Bed) models is 127.4 inches, while the Double Cab (Long Bed) variant has a wheelbase of 140.6 inches. The length of the Access Cab and Double Cab (Short Bed) models is 212.3 inches, while the Double Cab (Long Bed) measures 225.5 inches. The width ranges from 74.4 to 75.2 inches, and the height is 70.6 inches. The curb weight of the Tacoma TRD Sport Access Cab varies between 4,425 to 4,480 pounds (2,007 to 2,032 kilograms).

                    Fourth generation (N400; 2023)

On May 19, 2023, the fourth-generation Toyota Tacoma was officially unveiled. This latest version of the Tacoma is constructed using Toyota's TNGA-F global body-on-frame vehicle platform, which it shares with the larger Toyota Tundra (XK70). The design of the Tacoma was developed by teams at Toyota's Calty Design Research facilities in California and Michigan. The primary goal during the design process was to create a truck that truly embodies the way customers utilize their vehicles for rugged outdoor adventures. Calty president Kevin Hunter stated that the Tacoma was styled to capture the iconic Tacoma look, referred to as 'Tacoma-ness', which includes features such as a high lift, large tires, a sleek body, and a powerful and athletic stance. The design draws inspiration from previous Toyota Baja trophy racing trucks.

Category	Details
Generation	Fourth (N400)
Production	2023 (to commence)
Model Years	2024–
Assembly	Mexico: Apaseo el Grande (TMMGT); Tijuana (TMMBC)
Body Style	2-door extended cab; 4-door crew cab
Platform	TNGA: GA-F
Related	Toyota Tundra (XK70); Toyota Sequoia (XK80)
Powertrain
Engine	2.4 L T24A-FTS turbo I4
	2.4 L T24A-FTS turbo hybrid I4
Power Output	228–278 hp (170–207 kW; 231–282 PS)
	326 hp (243 kW; 331 PS) (hybrid, combined system)
Transmission	6-speed manual
	8-speed automatic
Hybrid Drivetrain	Parallel (i-Force Max)
Battery	1.87 kWh, 6.5 Ah, 288 V NiMH