2025 Toyota Tacoma: What’s New in the Latest Model

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The 2025 Toyota Tacoma continues its legacy as one of the most versatile and reliable midsize trucks on the market, but this year’s model brings a host of significant updates. Redesigned interior materials offer a more refined and comfortable cabin experience, with upgraded soft-touch surfaces, improved seat padding, and revised storage solutions. Infotainment gets a boost too: a new, sharper 10.5‑inch touchscreen is standard across most trims, replacing the previous 8‑inch display, and now supports wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ for seamless smartphone integration.

Under the hood, the Tacoma sticks with the proven 2.4‑liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, but Toyota has optimized the powertrain for smoother acceleration and improved fuel economy. The 8‑speed automatic transmission has been recalibrated for quicker, more responsive shifts. For off-road enthusiasts, the TRD‑Off‑Road and TRD‑Pro packages receive enhancements—new dampers, revised suspension tuning, and a multi‑terrain monitor help you navigate tricky terrain with confidence.

Safety and driver assistance are also dialed up in the 2025 Tacoma. Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5 is now standard, adding features like dry pavement lane tracing and emergency steering assist. Available Honda-like blind-spot alert with rear cross‑traffic braking and a new 360‑degree camera with off‑road capability give a better sense of surroundings, especially helpful on tight trails and in rugged conditions. Even the base trims benefit from a standard front skid plate—something previously reserved for higher-level packages.

Finally, 2025 marks the return of the Trailhunter trim, blending rugged off-road performance with everyday comfort. Trailhunter includes 33‑inch all‑terrain tires, unique TRD-tuned Fox internal bypass shocks, skid plates, enhanced Dana 43 front axle, and exclusive badging. Inside, premium amenities like SofTex®-trim seats, dual-zone climate control, and wireless charging make it as comfortable on the highway as it is capable off the beaten path. Whether you live in town or love weekend adventures, the 2025 Tacoma gives you the durability, tech, and style to match.