Toyota Tacoma History
History
The Tacoma launched for 1995, replacing the long-running compact 'Toyota Pickup', and became the dominant mid-size truck in the US on the strength of legendary durability and resale value.
Across four generations it has spawned the off-road TRD Off-Road and TRD Pro and the street-performance X-Runner; the latest generation adds a hybrid i-FORCE MAX powertrain.
Generations
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First generation · N190
The original Tacoma; replaced the compact Toyota Pickup.
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Second generation · N220
Larger second-generation truck; home of the X-Runner and the first TRD Pro (2015).
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Third generation · N300
Third-generation Tacoma with expanded TRD Pro availability.
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Fourth generation · N400
All-new fourth generation with an available i-FORCE MAX hybrid.
Body styles
- Regular cab
- Access Cab (extended)
- Double Cab (crew)
Notable special editions & performance variants
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TRD Pro
Top off-road package with upgraded shocks and skid protection; debuted on the Tacoma for 2015.
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TRD Off-Road
Off-road-focused trim with a locking rear differential and terrain modes.
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X-Runner
Street-performance, lowered, V6 sport-truck variant of the second-generation Tacoma; dropped in the continental US after 2013.
Related models