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2015 Toyota Tacoma review

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Toyota Tacoma highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • Very capable off-road for a compact pickup
  • Available V6 engine or standard four-cylinder
  • Convenient size for a pickup
  • Standard touchscreen

Cons

  • Soft brake pedal feel
  • Not the most comfortable driving position
  • Engine options can be noisy when pushed

Mileage (EPA estimate)

15 city, 19 highway, 17 combined

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What is new for the 2015 Toyota Tacoma?

  • The Tacoma is available in a new trim called the TRD Pro.
  • Tacoma trims have been upgraded with Cruise Control, Rear View Camera, Alloy Wheels, Navigation System, Satellite Radio Ready, and Entune as standard equipment this year.
  • Parking Sensors, Remote Start, Leatherette Seats, and Long Bed features are now available as options on select trims.

5 reasons to buy the 2015 Toyota Tacoma

1. Ready to off-road

If your idea of camping is finding a remote location with no cell reception but plenty of four-wheel-drive tracks, the 2015 Toyota Tacoma might be for you if you opt for the available four-wheel drive system. If you're really into exploring the back woods, the TRD Pro Off-Road package comes equipped with everything an adventurer needs. This gives the 2015 Toyota Tacoma off-road shocks and an upgraded suspension, hill descent control, and an electronically controlled locking rear-wheel differential.

2. Towing and hauling capabilities

Sure, the 2015 Toyota Tacoma is a compact pickup, but its towing and hauling capacities are noteworthy. Whether you're towing small equipment like four-wheelers or hauling home renovation supplies like new flooring, the Tacoma can deliver. With the available 236-hp 4L V6, the 2015 Toyota Tacoma can haul a payload of up to 1,500 pounds and tow up to an estimated 6,500 pounds when properly equipped.

3. Hidden storage

Interior storage is tricky in a pickup truck. But if you're searching for a place to stash your most valuable hand tools or a spare change of clothes, the 2015 Toyota Tacoma has a surprise: a hidden storage compartment behind the back row of seats. This feature is only available on double cab Tacomas, which have four doors and seat five people.

4. Easy to clean

If you're walking around muddy job sites all day or playing on rough off-road tracks, the last thing you want to worry about is dirtying your truck's interior. The 2015 Toyota Tacoma is ready for work, with available waterproof removable floor mats. These make it easy to spray away a mess before heading off to create the next one.

5. Built-out bed

Whether you need to tie down a load of yard clippings or plug in your tools, the Tacoma has you covered. The 2015 Toyota Tacoma comes with standard bed features like eight tie-downs and available extras, including a 115-volt power outlet, making your life easier when you're camping or working on a site without power.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

The 2015 Toyota Tacoma is a truck that is great for work and family, with many great standard features.
4
Excellent

RepairPal gave the Toyota Tacoma an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Toyota Tacoma 1st out of 8 among Midsize Trucks.

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Toyota Tacoma features and specs

Base 2WD 4D Crew Cab

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD Audio
  • Cloth Seats
  • Entune
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Side Airbags
  • Traction Control
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Bed Cover
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Cruise Control
  • Navigation System
  • Parking Sensors
  • Rear View Camera
  • Remote Start
  • Running Boards
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Tow Hitch

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.7L

Horsepower

159

Torque (ft-lbs)

180

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

21.1

Wheelbase

127.4"

Overall length

208.1"

Width

74.6"

Height

70.1"

Leg room

F 41.7"/R 32.6"

Head room

F 40.2"/R 38.5"

Front tires

P215/70SR15

Rear tires

P215/70SR15

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

340/3400 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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