Toyota Tacoma vs Suzuki Equator
Overview | |
Years produced1995-Present | Years produced2009-2013 |
MSRP$32,545 | MSRP$19,449 |
Listings1484 | Listings1 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryWe’d bet good money that most people who buy a Tacoma TRD Pro—one of the most off-road-capable Tacoma models—won’t use it to blast across the desert with wild abandon. Buyers will probably want to consider a different version of Toyota’s midsize pickup truck, which is available in two cab styles, two bed lengths, several powertrain combinations, and multiple trim levels. Verdict: The 2026 Tacoma TRD Pro sells a fantasy, not a reality. Given some of the compromises it requires, we think people who want an expensive, off-road-ready Tacoma would be happier with the Trailhunter model. | |
Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 228 hp I4 | Engine |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain |
Seating Capacity2 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower228 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City20 | MPG City |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 228 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 152 hp I4 |
Torque243 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque171 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower228 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower152 hp @ 5200 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity2 | Seating Capacity4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length73.5 in | Bed Length73.3 in |
Cargo Space | Cargo Space33.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4145 lbs | Curb Weight |
Height74.0 in | Height68.7 in |
Length213.0 in | Length206.6 in |
Width76.9 in | Width72.8 in |
Wheelbase131.9 in | Wheelbase125.9 in |
Maximum Payload1460 lbs | Maximum Payload986 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity350 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1995-Present | 2009-2013 |
MSRP | $32,545 | $19,449 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | We’d bet good money that most people who buy a Tacoma TRD Pro—one of the most off-road-capable Tacoma models—won’t use it to blast across the desert with wild abandon. Buyers will probably want to consider a different version of Toyota’s midsize pickup truck, which is available in two cab styles, two bed lengths, several powertrain combinations, and multiple trim levels. Verdict: The 2026 Tacoma TRD Pro sells a fantasy, not a reality. Given some of the compromises it requires, we think people who want an expensive, off-road-ready Tacoma would be happier with the Trailhunter model. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 228 hp I4 | |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | |
Seating Capacity | 2 | 4 |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 20 | |
MPG Highway | 26 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 228 hp I4 | 2.5L 152 hp I4 |
Torque | 243 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 171 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 6000 rpm | 152 hp @ 5200 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | |
MPG Highway | 26 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 2 | 4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 73.5 in | 73.3 in |
Cargo Space | 33.5 cu ft | |
Curb Weight | 4145 lbs | |
Height | 74.0 in | 68.7 in |
Length | 213.0 in | 206.6 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 72.8 in |
Wheelbase | 131.9 in | 125.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1460 lbs | 986 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 350 lbs |
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