DecodedCars2026 Toyota Tacoma
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
- Body styles
- Double Cab Hybrid, Double Cab L/Box 4WD, Double Cab S/Box 4WD, Xtra Cab L/Box 4WD
- Engines
- 2.4L 4-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 228–278 hp
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline, Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 23 combined · 22 city / 26 hwy
- Length
- 213–226.4 in
- Curb weight
- 4,374–5,104 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 23 MPG combined, 13% below the 2026 small pickup truck average of 26.4 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 6 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Toyota Tacoma is a small pickup truck offered with a 2.4L 4-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive, part-time 4-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 213 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 132-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,104 lb (Double Cab Hybrid).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (22 city / 26 highway), 13% worse than the 2026 small pickup truck average of 26.4 MPG, for an estimated $2,900 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 Tacoma — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Tacoma →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Tijuana, Baja California · Apaseo El Grande, Guanajuato
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 4 2026 Tacoma configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Cab Hybrid | 213 in | 76.8 in | 74 in | 131.9 in | 65.7 / 66.1 in | 5,104 lb | |
| Double Cab L/Box 4WD | 226.4 in | 76.8 in | 74 in | 145.3 in | 65.7 / 66.1 in | 4,718 lb | 58/42 |
| Double Cab S/Box 4WD | 213 in | 76.8 in | 74 in | 131.9 in | 65.7 / 66.1 in | 4,484 lb | 58/42 |
| Xtra Cab L/Box 4WD | 213 in | 76.8 in | 74 in | 131.9 in | 65.7 / 66.1 in | 4,374 lb |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/PreRunner 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 26 / 23 | -13% | $2,900 | 393 |
| Tacoma 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 23 | -13% | $2,900 | 394 |
| Tacoma Hybrid 4WD Hybrid | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 22 / 24 / 23 | +26% | $2,900 | 386 |
| Tacoma Hybrid 4WD Hybrid | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 22 / 24 / 23 | +26% | $2,900 | 380 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/PreRunner 2WD | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 24 / 22 | -17% | $3,050 | 403 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/Off-Road/Limited 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 23 / 21 | -16% | $3,200 | 433 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/Off-Road/Limited 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 23 / 21 | -16% | $3,200 | 420 |
| Tacoma SR5/Sport/Off-Road/Limited 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 24 / 21 | -16% | $3,200 | 424 |
| Tacoma 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 24 / 21 | -16% | $3,200 | 424 |
| Tacoma 4WD MT | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 18 / 23 / 20 | -20% | $3,350 | 452 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Toyota Tacoma.
Similar 2026 small pickup trucks
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Toyota Tacoma (this car) | 23 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Chevrolet Colorado | 21 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 GMC Canyon | 20 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Ford Ranger | 23 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
| 2026 Honda Ridgeline | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Jeep Gladiator | 19 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Rivian R1T | 420 mi | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Toyota Tacoma.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2026 Toyota Tacoma is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
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Other Tacoma years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Tacoma | 23 | 213 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 114 |
| 2024 Tacoma | 24 | 226.4 in | Not rated | 6 | 154 |
| 2023 Tacoma | 21 | 212.2 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 54 |
| 2022 Tacoma | 21 | 212.2 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 59 |
| 2021 Tacoma | 21 | 212.2 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 81 |
| 2020 Tacoma | 21 | 212.2 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 90 |
| 2019 Tacoma | 21 | 212.2 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 219 |
| 2018 Tacoma | 21 | 212.2 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 209 |
| 2017 Tacoma | 21 | 212.2 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 243 |
| 2016 Tacoma | 21 | 212.2 in | Not rated | 4 | 324 |
| 2015 Tacoma | 22 | 208.3 in | Not rated | 4 | 100 |
| 2014 Tacoma | 22 | 221.3 in | Not rated | 4 | 79 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Toyota. How we calculate this →