2025 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2025 Toyota Tundra Review

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2025 Toyota
Tacoma

MSRP*: $31,590 to $52,555
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2025 Toyota
Tundra

MSRP*: $40,090 to $67,690
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MPG - City 18 - 21 MPG 17 - 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 26 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 2 - 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 270-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 278-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 358-hp, 3.4-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 389-hp, 3.4-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Manual Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 228 - 278 hp 358 - 389 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 6,500 lbs 8,300 - 12,000 lbs
Exterior Length 213.0 - 226.2 in 233.6 - 252.5 in
Exterior Width 76.9 - 77.9 in 80.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 33.7 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 33.3 - 41.6 in
Head Room Front 38.0 - 39.7 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 39.3 - 41.0 in
Rear 36.9 - 38.9 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Toyota Tacoma and the Toyota Tundra.

Convenience
The Toyota Tundra requires less frequent visits to the gas station than the Toyota Tacoma, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Toyota Tacoma is a better financial choice over the Toyota Tundra, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Toyota Tacoma is much slimmer than the Toyota Tundra, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Toyota Tacoma, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Toyota Tundra.

Handling
The Toyota Tacoma has a smaller turning radius than the Toyota Tundra, allowing you to more easily get in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Tundra is clearly the choice over the Toyota Tacoma for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Toyota Tacoma is clearly outclassed by the Toyota Tundra.

Powertrain
The Toyota Tacoma offers much less torque than the Toyota Tundra, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
You'll be able to bring along a larger crew with the Toyota Tundra than the Toyota Tacoma, due to its significantly greater seating capacity.