What is the Toyota Tacoma?
The Tacoma is Toyota’s midsize pickup for North America, with an open load bed and a cabin suited to everyday use. It became Toyota’s dedicated pickup nameplate for the US and Canada in the mid-1990s, and remains part of the maker’s North American range.
The Tacoma has passed through four generations. Its latest generation began in 2024 with a full redesign, including a new frame, body and powertrain options.
Tacoma generations
The first generation ran from 1995 to 2004. The second followed from 2005 to 2015, then the third from 2016 to 2023. The fourth generation began in 2024. Across these generations, the Tacoma has remained a midsize pickup with a focus on the North American market.
Engines and fuel consumption
US EPA listings cover petrol and hybrid Tacomas, with engine sizes from 2.4 to 4.0 litres. The lowest listed fuel consumption is 9.8 L/100 km, or 24 MPG combined on the EPA measure. Canadian NRCan listings cover petrol engines in the same 2.4-to-4.0-litre range, with a lowest figure of 10 L/100 km on the 5-cycle test. Test procedures differ: the EPA rates US vehicles, while NRCan uses Canada’s 5-cycle test.
Where was the Tacoma sold?
US EPA listings span 1995 to 2026 and include 133 versions. Canadian NRCan listings span 1996 to 2026 and include 119 versions.
Questions and answers
Is the Tacoma sold in Europe?
The Tacoma is a North American model.
What engine sizes are listed for the Tacoma?
US and Canadian listings span 2.4 to 4.0 litres.
What is the lowest listed Tacoma consumption?
The lowest US EPA figure is 9.8 L/100 km; Canada’s lowest NRCan 5-cycle figure is 10 L/100 km.
