2019 Toyota Tacoma

The 2019 Tacoma is available in six different trim levels: SR, SR5, TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, Limited, and TRD Pro. The entry-level SR may be the base model, but it comes with many features that are only optional on other trucks. It can come with an extended cab with a 6.1-foot bed or a crew cab with a 5-foot bed and there's also a choice to be made between two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive. Among standard equipment, you'll find 16-inch wheels, heated power-adjustable side mirrors, a 4.2-inch driver display screen, and four-way adjustable seats. Higher trims bring many other useful features such as larger wheels, remote keyless entry, a 120-volt power outlet, wireless smartphone charging pad, or a JBL speaker upgrade, among many others. The TRD Off-Road is, as the name suggests, the most suitable for rough terrains, while the Limited is the most luxurious version.

The base engine for the 2019 Toyota Tacoma is a 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine that's capable of producing up to 159 horsepower and 180 pound-feet of torque. While that's enough for regular everyday use, the optional engine is more fitted for such a powerful looking vehicle. It's a 3.5-liter V-6 with 278 horsepower and 265 pound-feet of torque. For four-wheel drive versions, buyers can choose between a six-speed automatic transmission and a performance-oriented six-speed manual.

The 2019 Toyota Tacoma's V-6 manages to propel the vehicle to a speed of 60 miles per hour from a complete standstill in 8.1 seconds, a good time for a vehicle this big. It also boasts impressive braking performance, with only 140 feet needed for it to come to a complete halt from a speed of 60 miles per hour. Utility-wise, the Tacoma can tow up to 6,800 pounds, with a maximum payload of 1,540 pounds.

The cabin is both attractive and functional. It's easy to get in and out of the vehicle, while all the basic functions are intuitive and easy to use. The touch-screen interface makes all the vehicle's functions easily available, but there are also physical buttons for the most used ones. Toyota's Entune system handles the infotainment functions, while smartphone connectivity is available via Bluetooth and USB. Everything can also be accessed by voice control, making it easy for the driver to be focused on the road.

The 2019 Toyota Tacoma comes with an impressive list of standard safety features that are only optional on most other vehicles. Features such as lane departure warning, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beams all help the driver keep the truck safe and on the road in difficult circumstances.