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Toyota Tacoma III Double Cab 2.7 (159 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Toyota Tacoma:
The Toyota Tacoma is a pickup truck manufactured by Japanese automobile manufacturer Toyota since 1995. The first-generation Tacoma was classified as a compact pickup truck; subsequent models are classified as mid-size pickup trucks. The Tacoma was Motor Trend's Truck of the Year for 2005.
As of 2015, the Tacoma was sold in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, Bolivia, Bermuda, and the French overseas collectivity of New Caledonia. Most markets across the world receive the Toyota Hilux in lieu of the Tacoma....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Double Cab Overview:
Toyota Tacoma (III Double Cab). With 245 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1857 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.7 (159 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for light-duty tasks and city driving, but noticeably underpowered for highway merging, heavy loads, or towing compared to the V6.
Fuel Economy
Disappointingly similar fuel economy to the more powerful V6, making it a less compelling choice for efficiency alone.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary Toyota reliability and durability
- • Excellent off-road capability (especially 4WD V6 trims)
- • Strong resale value
- • Robust V6 engine performance
- • Practical and versatile Double Cab configuration
Cons:
- • Mediocre fuel economy, especially for the 4-cylinder engine
- • Interior comfort and refinement lag behind some competitors
- • Rear drum brakes on some trims are outdated
- • Limited power from the base 2.7L engine for heavy tasks
- • Ride quality can be stiff, typical for a body-on-frame truck
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV XtraCab: November, 2023 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Tacoma |
| Generation: | III Double Cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.7 (159 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | September, 2015 |
| End of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 159 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 59 Hp/l [18mm less] |
| Torque: | 245 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 2TR-FE More details about the engine 2TR-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 2694 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC-VVT-i |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.9 l |
| Coolant: | 8.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 95 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 95 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.7 kg/Hp, 85.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.6 kg/Nm, 131.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1857 |
| Max. weight: | 2540 |
| Max load: | 683 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 79 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5392 mm [18mm less] |
| Width: | 1890 mm [63mm less] |
| Height: | 1793 mm [84mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3236 mm [114mm less] |
| Front track: | 1600 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1605 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 239 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 245/75 R16; 265/70 R16; 265/65 R17; 265/60 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 16; 17; 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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