If there’s one thing the Toyota Tacoma has always been known for, it’s toughness. The kind of truck that doesn’t flinch when the road gets rough. And for 2025, Toyota has given this midsize legend a serious glow-up — with a bunch of new tech, design updates, and a more refined ride — without messing up its core rugged charm.
Let’s dive in and see what’s new, what’s familiar, and whether this could be your next adventure rig.
🔧 What’s New in 2025?
Toyota wasn’t playing around this year. The 2025 Tacoma gets:
A fully redesigned exterior
New turbocharged 4-cylinder engines (bye V6!)
An available hybrid powertrain (yes, a hybrid Tacoma!)
A new high-tech interior
Fresh suspension setup with better ride quality
So yeah, it’s a big leap forward — but still very much a Tacoma.
🧱 Exterior: Tougher, Sharper, More Modern
At first glance, the 2025 Tacoma looks like it hit the gym and got a new haircut. The body is bolder, with sharp lines, a beefier grille, and LED lighting that actually looks like it belongs in this decade.
Cool design touches:
Muscular wheel arches
Higher ground clearance
Available off-road packages with unique styling
It’s not just a work truck anymore — it’s a looker too.
🛋️ Interior: From Basic to Basically Awesome
Toyota finally gave the Tacoma cabin some love. No more plain plastic dash and tiny screen — now you’re getting:
8″ or 14″ touchscreen with Toyota’s new infotainment system
Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Digital gauge cluster
Nicer materials all around. The seating position is lower (thank you, Toyota), and rear-seat space is better in the crew cab version.
⚡ Engines & Performance: Turbo Time
Here’s where things really change. No more V6. Instead, you’ve got:
- 2.4L Turbo 4-cylinder ~278 horsepower
Smooth, quick, and surprisingly efficient - 2.4L i-Force MAX Hybrid (TRD Pro & Trailhunter) 326 horsepower (!!)
465 lb-ft of torque — that’s full-size truck power!
Transmission: 8-speed auto (manual option on some trims 🙌)
Drivetrain: RWD or 4WD
Off-road trims like TRD Off-Road and TRD Pro get special shocks, crawl control, locking diffs, and more.
🛡️ Safety: Packed with Tech
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 comes standard. That means:
Adaptive cruise control
Lane-keeping assist
Pre-collision system
Blind spot monitor (on most trims)
Yup, even your rugged off-roader is watching your back.
💸 Price & Trims
| Trim | Estimated Starting Price |
| – | |
| SR | ~\$28,000 |
| SR5 | ~\$31,000 |
| TRD PreRunner | ~\$34,000 |
| TRD Off-Road | ~\$38,000 |
| Limited | ~\$42,000 |
| Trailhunter | ~\$48,000 |
| TRD Pro (Hybrid) | ~\$52,000+ |
Prices vary by configuration, cab size, and drivetrain.
✅ Quick Pros & Cons
👍 What We Love:
Big interior tech upgrade
Hybrid power with beastly torque
Still a Tacoma: rugged, reliable, off-road ready
Available manual transmission (rare these days!)
👎 What to Keep in Mind:
No more V6 might upset purists
Prices have gone up
Some off-road gear only on high trims
🏁 Final Thoughts
The 2025 Toyota Tacoma is like your favorite action hero who just went to finishing school. It’s smarter, smoother, and way more modern — but still knows how to kick up dust when it counts.
If you’ve always loved the Tacoma for its no-nonsense ruggedness, this one keeps that spirit alive… and then some.