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    : 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 ).

    : The sweet spot for many, featuring Bilstein remote reservoir shocks and available stabilizer disconnect.

    : Upgraded to 278 hp and gains 17-inch alloy wheels.

    The choice to buy a new Toyota Tacoma involves navigating its first ground-up redesign since 2005. The fourth-generation (2024–2025) model has shifted from its long-standing V6 to a purely turbocharged and hybrid-four-cylinder lineup, addressing decade-old complaints about seating comfort while maintaining the "rugged simplicity" that defines its brand.

    The 2025 lineup remains consistent with the 2024 redesign, offering eight distinct trims and a wide range of configurations. :

    : Capacity dropped from 21 to 18 gallons, which can reduce driving range. 2024 Toyota Tacoma TOTY Review: A Legend Is Reborn