: 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 ).

: A 2WD-only XtraCab built for desert driving with a lifted front suspension and locking rear differential. Performance & Off-Road :

: 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.

: Available 14-inch touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital gauges bring it up to modern standards. Cons :

: The new turbo-four can sound "raspy" or noisy under hard acceleration.

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Buy New Tacoma May 2026

: 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 ).

: A 2WD-only XtraCab built for desert driving with a lifted front suspension and locking rear differential. Performance & Off-Road : buy new tacoma

: Rear legroom remains cramped for adults (33.7 inches), lagging behind most rivals. : An 8-speed automatic is standard, but the

: The "sitting on the floor" feeling of old models is replaced by a more upright, chair-like position with better headroom. : An 8-speed automatic is standard

: Available 14-inch touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital gauges bring it up to modern standards. Cons :

: The new turbo-four can sound "raspy" or noisy under hard acceleration.