What’s New: 2026 Tacoma

The 2026 Toyota Tacoma has arrived!

Known for its legendary reliability, off-road toughness, and strong resale value, the Tacoma continues to deliver what truck buyers want: performance, durability, and peace of mind.

Toyota has fine-tuned the Tacoma over the years, adding smart safety features, powerful engines, and practical upgrades that make it a standout choice for work, play, or everyday driving.

Whether you’re thinking about upgrading from an older Tacoma or shopping for your first midsize truck, this guide breaks down all the new features and updates for 2026, so you can see why the Tacoma remains a top contender in its class.

Explore the 2026 Tacoma’s specs and all new features below.

New Features

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• No major changes expected for 2026
• Part of the fourth Tacoma generation, introduced in 2024
• New color Wave Maker Blue (limited to the TRD Pro)

Best Trim

Starting at $40,015 MSRP, we suggest the TRD Sport.

The 2026 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport is positioned as the street-focused performance trim, blending a sporty look and a specially tuned suspension for responsive on-road handling with the capability of a pickup truck. It is available with the powerful i-FORCE turbocharged engine and can be optioned with the i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain, and a 6-speed manual transmission for enthusiast drivers.

Highlights includes:

• TRD Sport-Tuned Suspension:
  • Provides enhanced handling characteristics for paved roads.
• i-FORCE Powertrain:
  • Standard 2.4L turbocharged engine with up to 278 hp and 317 lb.-ft. of torque.
• i-FORCE MAX Hybrid Option:
  • Available with the hybrid powertrain offering up to 326 hp and 465 lb.-ft. of torque.
• Transmission Options:
  • Available with an 8-speed automatic or a 6-speed intelligent Manual Transmission (iMT).
• Wheels:
  • Comes with 18-inch TRD Sport alloy wheels.
• Cab/Bed Configuration:
  • Available as a Double Cab with either a 5-foot short bed or 6-foot long bed.
• Interior Technology:
  • Features a standard 8-inch multimedia display or available 14-inch display, plus a standard 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster on most configurations.
• Exterior Features:
  • Includes color-keyed rear bumper and a black front logo specific to the TRD Sport trim.
• Standard Safety:
  • Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, including Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA).

Trims Levels / MSRP

• SR (i-FORCE)  — $32,145
• SR5 (i-FORCE) — $36,235
• TRD PreRunner (i-FORCE) — $38,735
• TRD Sport (i-FORCE) — $40,015
• TRD Off-Road (i-FORCE) — $42,415
• Limited (i-FORCE) — $53,170
• Trailhunter (i-FORCE MAX Hybrid) — $63,350
• TRD Pro (i-FORCE MAX Hybrid) — $64,350

Recognition

While the 2026 Tacoma waits to be reviewed, explore how well previous years like 2025 Tacoma have been praised:

• #1 Best Midsize Trucks for 2025 (Kelley Blue Book)
• #1 Best Midsize Trucks for 2024 (Kelley Blue Book)
• #1 Best Midsize Trucks for 2022 (Kelley Blue Book)
• #2 Best Midsize Trucks for 2023 (Kelley Blue Book)
• #5 Best Small Truck for 2025 and 2026 (Edmunds)
• #5 Best Midsize Truck for 2025 and 2026 (Edmunds)
• 2025 Truck of Texas Award (Texas Auto Writers Association)
• 2025 Best Midsize Pickup Truck (Car and Driver)
• 2025 Best Trucks (TrueCar)
• 2023 Midsize Truck of the Year (SEMA)
• Best Selling Trucks for 2025 (U.S. News: Cars)
• Most Reliable Trucks (Motor Trends)

Performance

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Engine & Power

• Standard Engine: 2.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder (i-FORCE).
  • Base SR Model: 228 horsepower and 243 lb.-ft. of torque.
  • Other Trims: Up to 278 horsepower and 317 lb.-ft. of torque.
• Hybrid Option (i-FORCE MAX): 2.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder hybrid powertrain.
  • Maximum Output: 326 horsepower and 465 lb.-ft. of torque.
• Transmission Choices:
  • 8-speed automatic.
  • 6-speed intelligent Manual Transmission (iMT) is available on some trims.
• Drive Options:
  • Rear-wheel drive (RWD).
  • Part-time Four-wheel drive (4WD) is available on most models.
  • Full-time 4WD with an electronic locking center differential is standard on Limited i-FORCE MAX trims.

Handling & Suspension

• Frame:
  • Built on the Toyota New Global Architecture-F (TNGA-F) platform.
• Suspension:
  • Coil spring multi-link rear suspension is available on most trims.
  • Traditional leaf springs are on SR, SR5 Extended Cab, and TRD PreRunner.
  • TRD Pro: Features 2.5-in. FOX® Internal Bypass coil-overs and rear remote-reservoir shocks. TRD Pro front stabilizer bar.

Off-Road Capability

• Platform:
  • High-strength steel with lightweight aluminum for enhanced rigidity.
• Off-Road Features:
  • Multi-Terrain Select (MTS) offers terrain-specific traction control.
  • Next-generation CRAWL Control (low-speed off-road cruise control).
  • Available electronically controlled locking rear differential.
  • Available Stabilizer Disconnect Mechanism (SDM).
  • TRD Pro and Trailhunter trims have a standard high-clearance front bumper.

Fuel Economy (EPA Estimates)

• 2WD Models (Gas):
  • 21 MPG city / 26 MPG highway.
• 4WD Models (Gas):
  • 20 MPG city / 23 MPG highway (Varies by trim).
• i-FORCE MAX Hybrid Models:
  • 22 MPG city / 24 MPG highway (Varies by trim).

Towing

Towing Capacity & Payload

• Maximum Towing:
  • Up to 6,500 lbs (when properly equipped).
• Maximum Payload:
  • Up to 1,710 lbs.
• Towing Update:
  • A tow hitch is now standard on SR XtraCab models.

Advanced Towing Technology

• Trailer Brake Controller:
  • Available integrated trailer brake controller.
• Trailer Backup Guide:
  • Available Trailer Back Up Guide with Straight Path Assist.
• Blind Spot Monitor:
  • Detection area expands when a trailer is attached.
• New Feature:
  • A manual headlight leveling switch is introduced for glare reduction when towing or heavily loaded.
• New Feature:
  • Available Wireless Trailer Camera provides a live HD feed to the digital rearview mirror.

Cargo & Storage

• Truck Bed: Available in 5-ft. or 6-ft. configurations.
  • Composed of a durable Sheet-Molded Composite (SMC) surface.
  • Household-style power outlet: 400-watt standard, 2,400-watt on Hybrid models.
• Cabin Configurations:
  • XtraCab: Two-door extended cab with a 6-ft. bed and utility-focused rear storage.
  • Double Cab: Four-door crew cab available with a 5-ft. or 6-ft. bed.

Technology

Infotainment & Connectivity

• Standard Touchscreen:
  • 8.0-inch display.
• Optional Touchscreen:
  • 14.0-inch display (Standard on Limited trim).
• Smartphone Integration:
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ (Standard on all models).
• Audio System:
  • Available 9-speaker JBL® system with a detachable Bluetooth speaker on the dashboard.
• Charging:
  • Qi wireless charging pad with enhanced output and multiple USB-C ports are available.

Driver Displays

• Standard Gauge Cluster:
  • 7.0-inch digital gauge cluster on most models.
• Digital Gauge Cluster (Available/Standard on Higher Trims):
  • 12.3-inch all-digital gauge cluster.
• Head-Up Display (HUD):
  • Standard on Limited trim.

Driver Assistance & Safety

• Standard Suite: Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 (TSS 3.0) is standard on every Tacoma.
  • Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection.
  • Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control.
  • Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist.
  • Lane Tracing Assist.
  • Road Sign Assist.
  • Automatic High Beams.
  • Proactive Driving Assist.
• Available/Other Features:
  • Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA).
  • Traffic Jam Assist (hands-free driving up to 25 MPH in certain conditions).
  • 3D Multi-Terrain Monitor (MTM) provides a 360-degree simulated top-down view and camera views of surrounding terrain.

Appearance

Exterior Features

• TRD Trims:
  • Black front logo added to the TRD Off-Road, TRD Sport, and TRD Pre-Runner trims.
• TRD Off-Road i-FORCE Premium Package:
  • Now includes 18-inch TRD wheels paired with 32-inch Goodyear All-Terrain tires.
• Design:
  • Aggressive stance, high-clearance front bumper on TRD Pro/Trailhunter, and available Premium LED headlights.
• New Colors:
  • Heritage Blue, and Wave Maker (exclusive to the TRD Pro).
• All Exterior Colors
• Mudbath
• Heritage Blue (new for 2026)
• Underground (dark gray)
• Celestial Silver Metallic
• Black
• Ice Cap (white)
• Bronze Oxide (earthy metallic)
• Wave Maker — exclusive bright blue for TRD Pro
• Supersonic Red (premium)
• Wind Chill Pearl (premium)

Interior Features

• Displays:
  • Available 14-inch high-resolution touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster.
• Controls:
  • Design includes large, physical buttons and knobs for frequently used functions (e.g., climate and audio).
• Seats:
  • Available heated and cooled front seats (Limited trim).
  • TRD Pro includes IsoDynamic Performance front seats with a damping system.
• Convenience: Smart Key System with push-button start is standard across all trims.
• Upholstery
• Cockpit Red SofTex® — available in TRD Pro (with technical camo inserts)
• Mineral SofTex® — used in Trailhunter for seats (heated & ventilated)
• Walnut burl‑wood accents (for Limited trim interiors)
• Interior Colors
  • Black
  • Boulder
  • Boulder/Black

Safety

Safety Awards

• 2026: Reviews for 2026 still in development
• 2025 & prior year models:
  • 2025 Tacoma Earned Top Safety Pick (IIHS)
  • 2024 Tacoma Earned Top Safety Pick (IIHS)

Standard Safety Suite

• Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 (TSS 3.0): This comprehensive suite of active safety and driver assistance features is standard on every 2026 Tacoma trim.

Key Driver Assistance Features (TSS 3.0)

• Pre-Collision System (PCS) with Pedestrian Detection:
  • Designed to detect vehicles, pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists.
  • Provides audio/visual warnings.
  • Can apply Automatic Emergency Braking if the driver does not react.
• Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC):
  • Adaptive cruise control system that maintains a driver-set distance from the vehicle ahead.
  • Operates down to a complete stop and can resume following the lead vehicle.
• Lane Departure Alert (LDA) with Steering Assist:
  • Provides audio/visual warnings if an inadvertent lane departure is detected.
  • Can provide gentle corrective steering input.
• Lane Tracing Assist (LTA):
  • Works when DRCC is active.
  • Provides active steering assistance to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane.
• Road Sign Assist (RSA):
  • Uses a camera to recognize and display specific road signs (e.g., speed limits, stop signs) on the driver display.
• Automatic High Beams (AHB):
  • Automatically toggles between high and low beams based on detection of oncoming or preceding vehicles.
• Proactive Driving Assist (PDA):
  • Provides gentle braking and/or steering inputs to support driving tasks, such as maintaining distance from a preceding vehicle or assisting with speed control on curves.

Other Standard & Available Safety Systems

• Blind Spot Monitor (BSM):
  • Standard. Alerts the driver to vehicles in the blind spot areas.
  • Expands the detection area when a trailer is attached.
• Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA):
  • Standard. Warns the driver of approaching vehicles when reversing out of a parking space.
• Traffic Jam Assist (TJA):
  • Provides hands-free steering, braking, and acceleration support in heavy, low-speed traffic (up to 25 MPH) on certain roadways.
• Advanced Camera Systems:
  • 3D Multi-Terrain Monitor (MTM): Available system that uses cameras to provide a top-down, 360-degree view and selectable views of the terrain immediately surrounding the vehicle for off-roading or tight maneuvers.
• Emergency Driving Stop System (EDSS):
  • Available feature. Monitors driver input when LTA is active; if the driver is unresponsive, it is designed to bring the vehicle to a controlled stop.

Toyota Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

• New Vehicle Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty
  • 36-month/36,000-mile limited warranty coverage
• New Vehicle Powertrain Limited Warranty
  • 60 months/60,000 miles
• Rust-Through Coverage (Anti-Perforation)
  • 60 months/unlimited miles
• ToyotaCare 24/7 Roadside Assistance
  • 2 years/unlimited miles
• ToyotaCare No Cost Maintenance Plan
  • 2 Years/ 24,000 Miles
• Hybrid System Components Warranty
  • 8 Years/ 100,000 Miles
• Hybrid Vehicle Battery Warranty
  • 8 Years/ 100,000 Miles
• Hybrid Vehicle Battery Warranty (2020+ Models)
  • 10 Years/ 150,000 Miles

View Warranty & Extended Protection Plans: The Toyota Warranty

FAQS

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Whether tackling city streets or rugged terrain, the 2026 Tacoma delivers power, durability, and modern features you can rely on.

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