2022 Toyota Tacoma

What Is the 2022 Toyota Tacoma?

The Tacoma is a mid-size pickup truck that offers a choice of two cabs and can seat up to five. A 159-horsepower, 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine is standard, while a 278-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 is available. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard, and the V-6 can have an optional six-speed manual. Rear- and four-wheel-drive configurations are available, and Tacoma rivals include the Chevrolet Colorado, Ford Ranger and Nissan Frontier. 

What’s New on the 2022 Toyota Tacoma?

The Trail Edition gets a lifted suspension, 16-inch bronze wheels with Goodyear tires, a unique grille and additional cargo box storage. The TRD Pro, meanwhile, gets an even greater suspension lift, forged-aluminum upper control arms and new wheels. 

What Features in the 2022 Toyota Tacoma Are Most Important?

Standard features include: 

• 16-inch steel wheels
• Air conditioning
• Fabric-trimmed seats
• 7-inch touchscreen multimedia system
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
• Automatic emergency braking 
• Adaptive cruise control 
• Lane departure warning 
• Automatic high-beam headlights

Available features include: 

• 16-, 17- or 18-inch alloy wheels
• LED headlights
• Power moonroof
• Power-sliding rear window
• Leather-trimmed seats
• Heated front seats
• 8-inch touchscreen
• Navigation
• JBL premium stereo
• Wireless device charging
• Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
• Electronic-locking rear differential

Should I Buy the 2022 Toyota Tacoma?

The Tacoma’s base four-cylinder engine helps keep the price low, but the V-6 delivers better performance without a significant gas mileage penalty. However, the truck’s limited headroom and small backseat are downsides.