There are 6 models of the 2017 Tacoma available; the SR, SR5, TRD Sport, TRD Off Road, Limited, and TRD Pro. Technology was last updated in 2016, with the newest infotainment system update coming in 2020.
What Are the Different Models Of the Tacoma?
SR is the entry-level model
Current Use Value $29,641-$35,069
Available in Access Cab and Double Cab
Bed Length
- Short Bed 60.5 in. (Double Cab)
- Long Bed 73.7 in. (Access Cab)
Drivetrain
- 2.7-Liter DOHC 16-Valve 4-Cylinder with VVT-i; 159 hp @ 5200 rpm; 180 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm: 5-speed manual transmission or 6-speed automatic transmission
- 3.5-Liter DOHC V6 direct-injection Atkinson-cycle with 278 hp @ 6000 rpm; 265 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm: 6-speed manual transmission or 6-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-Wheel Drive or 4WDemand part-time 4WD
- Automatic Limited-Slip Differential (Auto LSD)
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) (A/T only)
Exterior Features
- Dark gray grille with black surround
- Color-keyed power outside mirrors
- Color-keyed rear bumper
- 16-in. styled steel wheels
- Integrated color-keyed tailgate spoiler
- Projector-beam headlights with turn Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
- Engine/front suspension skid plate
- Sliding rear window
- Easy lower tailgate with lock
- Deck rail system
- Fiber-reinforced Sheet-Molded Composite (SMC) bed
Interior Features
- Entune Audio
- Bluetooth wireless technology
- 2.2-in. LCD odometer/tripmeter
- Integrated backup camera
- Integrated GoPro mount on windshield
- Power windows and door locks
- Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
Options
- V6 Tow Package
- Hard tri-fold tonneau cover
- Utility Package
- Adds black door handles, mirror caps and bumper, and fixed rear window
- Removes rear seats and rear cup holders • SR Convenience Package
- Cruise control
- Remote keyless entry
SR5 Adds to or replaces features offered on SR
Current Used Value $32,755-$38,582
Available in Access Cab and Double Cab
Bed Length
- Short Bed 60.5 in. (Double Cab)
- Long Bed 73.7 in. (Access Cab and Double Cab)
Drivetrain
- 2.7-Liter DOHC 16-Valve 4-Cylinder with VVT-i; 159 hp @ 5200 rpm; 180 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm: 6-speed automatic transmission
- 3.5-Liter DOHC V6 direct-injection Atkinson-cycle with 278 hp @ 6000 rpm; 265 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm: 6-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-Wheel Drive or 4WDemand part-time 4WD
- Automatic Limited-Slip Differential (Auto LSD)
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) (A/T only)
Exterior Features
- Charcoal grille with chrome surround
- Chrome rear bumper
- Projector-beam headlights with turn Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and integrated fog lights
- Variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Sliding rear privacy glass
Interior Features
- Entune™ Audio Plus with Connected Navigation App
- 4.2-in. color Multi-Information Display (MID)
- Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel
- Remote keyless entry
- Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) with individual tire location alert
- Power sliding rear window with privacy glass (Double Cab only, standard on V6)
Options
- V6 Tow Package
- Hard tri-fold tonneau cover
- Mudguards (require SR5 Appearance Package on 4-cylinder)
- SR5 Appearance Package (4-cylinder)
- 16-in. silver alloy wheels
- Color-keyed overfenders
- Parking Sonar & Navigation Package
- Entune™ Premium Audio with Integrated Navigation and App Suite(V6 only)
- Rear parking assist sonar (V6 only)
TRD Sport Adds to or replaces features offered on SR5
Current Used Value $29,552-$33,191
Available in Access Cab and Double Cab
Bed Length
- Short Bed 60.5 in. (Double Cab)
- Long Bed 73.7 in. (Access Cab and Double Cab)
Drivetrain
- 3.5-Liter DOHC V6 direct-injection Atkinson-cycle with 278 hp @ 6000 rpm; 265 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm: 6-speed manual transmission or 6-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-Wheel Drive or 4WDemand part-time 4WD
- Automatic Limited-Slip Differential (Auto LSD)
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) (A/T only)
Exterior Features
- Gray grille with smoked finish and chrome surround
- Color-keyed power outside mirrors with turn signal indicators
- Color-keyed overfenders and rear bumper
- 17-in. machined alloy wheels
- Projector-beam headlights with LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and integrated wide-angle fog lights
- Color-keyed hood scoop
- 120V/400W in-deck AC power outlet
Interior Features
- Entune™ Premium Audio with Integrated Navigation15 and App Suite16
- Smart Key System18 with Push Button Start
- Auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror with compass
- Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging
- Leather-trimmed shift lever
- Power sliding rear window with privacy glass (Double Cab only)
Options
- V6 Tow Package
- Hard tri-fold tonneau cover
- Mudguards
- Premium & Technology Package
- Dual zone automatic climate control
- Heated front seats
- Rear parking assist sonar
- Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA)
- Auto headlights
- Moonroof (Double Cab only)
- Premium & Technology Package with JBL® Audio (Double Cab A/T only)
- Includes features from Premium & Technology Package
- Adds Entune™ Premium JBL® Audio with Integrated Navigation and App Suite
TRD Off Road Adds to or replaces features offered on TRD Sport
Current Used Value $36,411-$41,453
Available in Access Cab and Double Cab
Bed Length
- Long Bed 73.7 in. (Access Cab)
- Short Bed 60.5 in./Long 73.7 in. (Double Cab)
Drivetrain
- 3.5-Liter DOHC V6 direct-injection Atkinson-cycle with 278 hp @ 6000 rpm; 265 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm: 6-speed manual transmission or 6-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-Wheel Drive or 4WDemand part-time 4WD
- Electronically controlled locking rear differential
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) (A/T only)
Off-Road Performance
- Off-road-tuned suspension with Bilstein® shocks
- Electronically controlled locking rear differential
- Multi-terrain Select and Crawl Control (CRAWL) (4×4 A/T only)
- Active Traction Control (A-TRAC) (4×4 M/T only)
Exterior Features
- Black overfenders
- Chrome rear bumper
- 16-in. machined contrast alloy wheels
Interior Features
- Entune™ Premium Audio with Integrated Navigation and App Suite
- Power sliding rear window with privacy glass (Double Cab only)
Options
- V6 Tow Package
- Hard tri-fold tonneau cover
- Mudguards
- Premium & Technology Package
- Replaces chrome rear bumper with color-keyed rear bumper
- Dual zone automatic climate control
- Heated front seats
- Rear parking assist sonar
- – Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA)
- Auto headlights
- Moonroof (Double Cab only)
- Premium & Technology Package with JBL® Audio (Double Cab A/T only)
- Includes features from Premium & Technology Package
- Adds Entune™ Premium JBL® Audio with Integrated Navigation and App Suite
Limited Adds to or replaces features offered on TRD Off-Road
Current Used Value $34,705-$40,651
Available in Double Cab
Bed Length
- Short Bed 60.5 in. (Double Cab)
Drivetrain
- 3.5-Liter DOHC V6 direct-injection Atkinson-cycle with 278 hp @ 6000 rpm; 265 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm: 6-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-Wheel Drive or 4WDemand part-time 4WD
- Automatic Limited-Slip Differential (Auto LSD)
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)30 (A/T only)
Exterior Features
- Charcoal grille with polished finish and chrome surround
- Chrome-accented power outside mirrors with turn signal indicators
- Chrome-accented door handles
- Color-keyed overfenders
- Chrome rear bumper
- 18-in. polished alloy wheels
- Integrated fog lights and chrome bezels
- Power tilt/slide moonroof
- Rear parking assist sonar
- Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)26 and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Interior Features
- Entune™ Premium JBL® Audio with Integrated Navigation and App Suite
- Leather-trimmed seats
- Dual zone automatic climate control
- Power sliding rear window with privacy glass
- Auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror with compass and HomeLink® universal transceiver
- Auto headlights
Options
- V6 Tow Package
- Hard tri-fold tonneau cover
- Mudguards
TRD Pro Adds to or replaces features offered on Limited
Current Used Value $39,507-$44,980
Available in Double Cab
Bed Length
- Short Bed 60.5 in. (Double Cab)
Drivetrain
- 3.5-Liter DOHC V6 direct-injection Atkinson-cycle: 6-speed manual transmission or 6-speed automatic transmission
- 4WDemand part-time 4WD
- Automatic Limited-Slip Differential (Auto LSD)
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)30 (A/T only)
- V6 Tow Package
Off-Road Performance
- TRD Pro cat-back exhaust
- TRD-tuned off-road suspension with 2.5-in. FOX Internal Bypass shocks with rear remote reservoirs
- TRD-tuned front coil springs and rear leaf springs
- Electronically controlled locking rear differential
- Multi-terrain Select and Crawl Control (CRAWL) (A/T only)
- Active Traction Control (A-TRAC) (M/T only)
Exterior Features
- TRD Pro 1/4-in. aluminum front skid plate
- Black overfenders
- Hood scoop with matte-black decal
- Color-keyed rear bumper
- Heritage “TOYOTA” front grille
- Rigid Industries® LED fog lights
- 16-in. TRD black alloy wheels with Goodyear Wrangler® All-Terrain tires
Interior Features
- Entune™ Premium Audio with Integrated Navigation and App Suite
- Black TRD Pro leather-trimmed heated front seats
- TRD shift knob
- TRD floor mats
- Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel
- Smart Key System on driver’s-side door with Push Button Start (A/T only)
- Dual zone automatic climate control
- Power sliding rear window with privacy glass
- Auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror with compass and HomeLink® universal transceiver
Does Tacoma Have Good Gas Mileage?
Fuel economy is average from both motors for a compact truck. The 4-cylinder gets 19 MPG city, 23 MPG highway, and 21 MPG combined. Efficiency in the V6 is similar at 19 MPG city, 24 MPG highway, and 21 MPG combined.
What Are the Tacoma Engine Options?
- The base engine is a weak 2.7L 4-cylinder with 159 horsepower and 180 lb.-ft. of torque. It is available with either a manual or automatic transmission.
- The 4-cylinder tows up to 3,500 pounds and is offered with RWD or 4WD.
- There’s a more powerful 3.5L V6 engine available with 278 horsepower and 265 lb.-ft. of torque. There is a manual or automatic transmission option as well.
- The V6 tows up to 6,400 pounds and also comes with RWD or 4WD.
What Are the Safety Features?
Standard safety features include electronic stability control, anti-lock brakes, air bags, tire pressure monitoring, and crawl control. Optional upgrades across all models include a backup camera, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert.
How Big Is the 2017 Tacoma?
The Tacoma is an average sized compact truck available with a 4-door access cab and larger 4-door double cab. Available bed lengths include a 5-foot short bed or a 6.1-foot standard bed.
The 2017 Tacoma is 212 to 226 inches long depending on cab and bed configurations, 74-75 inches wide, and 71-72 inches tall depending on suspension.
What Are the Color Options?
What Type of Suspension Does the Tacoma Have?
- The 2017 Tacoma comes standard with a double wishbone suspension with coil springs in the front and leaf springs in the rear.
- The TRD Pro model offers improved shocks for better off-road performance.
