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All-new Tacoma debuts with more power, cool tech, new trim levels
2024 Toyota Tacoma TrailhunterWe have officially decided this is the year of the midsize truck. So far, the 2023 GMC Canyon and Chevy Colorado have launched. Then the 2024 Ford Ranger was revealed. Now, we have the 2024 Toyota Tacoma hitting prime time. And, the new Tacoma just might be the best of the bunch, with some segment-exclusive features, cool tech, multiple configuration options and powertrain choices and, a new rugged overlanding trim. But, the biggest news for 2024 may be the number of powertrain options available for the Tacoma.
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Returning are both two-door “XtraCab” and four-door “Double Cab” configurations. The Double cab can be fitted with either a 5- or 6-foot bed, while the XtraCab comes only with the latter. As for powertrain options, you may want to take notes:
2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD SportFor 2024 there are two engine options and two transmission options. This is where we start getting into some of the more exclusive options. The 2024 Tacoma will be the only midsize truck to offers either a hybrid powertrain or a 6-speed manual transmission.
The base engine is a turbocharged, 2.4-liter, 4-cylinder. In base SR models equipped with the 8-speed automatic transmission, the 2.4 delivers 228 horsepower and 243 pound-feet or torque. Equipped with the available 6-speed manual, those numbers jump to 270 and 310, respectively. In other trim levels, the 2.4-liter engine mates only to the automatic transmission, and delivers 278 horsepower, and 317 pound-feet of torque. Available on TRD Sport models is Toyota’s i-Force Max hybrid engine. The turbocharged 3.4-liter V6 delivers 326 horsepower, and a stout 465 pound-feet of torque.
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2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD ProMaking up for lost time, the 2024 Tacoma is available with a plethora of tech features. Essentially, all the equipment we’ve seen on redesigned Toyota vehicles—Crown and Tundra especially–is available on the Tacoma.
On the base end of the spectrum, you’ll see a 7-inch digital gauge cluster, 8-inch infotainment touch-screen display, LED headlights, push-button start, and Toyota’s new infotainment system. Upper trim-level features include a 12.3-inch gauge cluster, 14-inch infotainment screen, head-up display, an up-level JBL audio system with a removable portable Bluetooth speaker, heated-and-cooled seats, dual automatic climate control, and a heated steering wheel.
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Two additional features you won’t see on another midsize truck: power running boards, and a power tailgate which can be retracted with a simple knee bump.
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2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD SportThe 2024 Tacoma will be available in eight (yes 8) trim levels, with the new Trailhunter being arguably the coolest. The new top-tier Tacoma is meant for the overlanding crowd, and comes factory equipped with accessories designed to allow this midsize truck to “go far.”
Toyota worked with the Australian-based ARB, a large distributor of off-road accessories, to co-develop the Trailhunter. So, you’ll see standard features such as 2.5-inch Old Man Emu-brand forged monotube position-sensitive shocks, a steel rear bumper, robust recovery points, a bed utility bar with removable Molle bed-side storage panels, 33-inch Goodyear Territory R/T tires, frame-mounted rock rails, and a high-mount air intake.
Pricing hasn’t yet been announced, but a basic trim breakout looks like this:
The 2024 Tacoma will be manufactured both at the Toyota Motor Manufacturing in Baja California as well as Guantajuato, Mexico. The gasoline models will go on sale in late 2023, and the i-Force Max hybrid models will be available in the spring of 2024.
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