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Toyota Tacoma Rentals — SR5, TRD Off-Road, TRD Sport, TRD Pro, Trailhunter
Toyota Tacoma is America's best-selling mid-size pickup (every year since 2004) + has the best resale value of any pickup in the US per Kelley Blue Book. PickRV's Tacoma catalogue spans SR5 (volume), TRD Off-Road (capability), TRD Sport (street), TRD Pro (factory overland), Trailhunter (overland-ready new for 2024), and the iForce Max hybrid powertrain.
The brand
About Toyota Tacoma
Toyota Tacoma debuted in 1995 as the successor to the Toyota Pickup (Hilux US version). Production at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Mexico (TMMBC) in Baja California + (historically) NUMMI Fremont CA (closed 2010, now Tesla Fremont).
Tacoma has been America's best-selling mid-size pickup every year since 2004 (per Toyota US sales data + IHS Markit). Closest competitors: Chevy Colorado, GMC Canyon, Ford Ranger, Nissan Frontier, Honda Ridgeline.
Fourth-generation Tacoma (2024+) shares the TNGA-F platform with Tundra + Sequoia + 4Runner. Engines: 2.4L Turbo I4 (228 hp) base; 2.4L Turbo I4 hybrid (326 hp / 465 lb-ft iForce Max) on premium trims.
TRD Pro trim is Toyota Racing Development's factory off-road performance package — Fox Internal Bypass QS3 shocks, TRD-tuned springs, 33in all-terrain tires, skid plates, front + rear lockers (TRD Pro), red-painted suspension components.
Trailhunter trim (new 2024) is Toyota's first factory-overland package — Old Man Emu by ARB suspension, 33in Goodyear Wrangler Territory R/T tires, factory-installed RIGID auxiliary lights, ARB compressor, bed-mounted MOLLE rack — purpose-built for overland adventure with factory warranty.
The lineup
Toyota Tacoma models available for rent
Toyota Tacoma SR5 Double Cab 4WD
$75-125/day
Double cab mid-size pickup · 5-seat · 6.1ft bed · Up to 6,500 lb tow · 1,705 lb payload
- 2.4L Turbo I4 (228 hp)
- 8-speed automatic
- Most-rented Tacoma trim
Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport Double Cab 4WD
$95-155/day
Sport double cab · 5-seat · Up to 6,500 lb tow · 1,675 lb payload
- Sport-tuned suspension
- Body-color trim
- 18in alloy wheels
- Hood scoop
Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road Double Cab 4WD
$105-175/day
Off-road double cab · 5-seat · Up to 6,400 lb tow · 1,610 lb payload
- Multi-Terrain Select
- Crawl Control
- Locking rear differential
- Bilstein shocks
Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Double Cab 4WD
$155-225/day
Off-road performance · 5-seat · Up to 6,000 lb tow · 1,415 lb payload
- Fox Internal Bypass QS3 shocks
- iForce Max hybrid (326 hp / 465 lb-ft)
- 33in tires
- Front + rear lockers
Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter Double Cab 4WD
$165-235/day
Factory-overland double cab · 5-seat · Up to 6,000 lb tow · 1,410 lb payload
- Old Man Emu (ARB) suspension
- 33in Goodyear Wrangler Territory R/T
- RIGID aux lights
- ARB compressor
- Bed-mounted MOLLE rack
Toyota Tacoma Limited Double Cab 4WD
$135-195/day
Luxury double cab · 5-seat · Up to 6,500 lb tow · 1,545 lb payload
- Heated/cooled leather
- JBL premium audio
- Premium tech package
Where it rents
Best states for Toyota Tacoma rentals
Honest fit
Toyota Tacoma pros and cons
Pros
- Best mid-size pickup resale value in US (Kelley Blue Book + Black Book) — proven durability + demand
- Toyota reliability heritage; lowest mid-size pickup 5-year cost-of-ownership per Edmunds
- Factory overland Trailhunter trim is unique — purpose-built with factory warranty
- Wide TRD lineup (TRD Off-Road, TRD Sport, TRD Pro, Trailhunter) for off-road customization
- iForce Max hybrid powertrain (326 hp / 465 lb-ft) = best-in-class mid-size torque
- Mid-size footprint fits in standard garages + parking spaces (unlike Tundra)
Cons
- Lower max tow rating than full-size (6,500 lb vs 11,400-13,300 lb F-150/Silverado/Ram)
- Lower payload than full-size pickups (1,415-1,705 lb vs 1,750-2,400)
- Cramped 2nd row vs F-150 SuperCrew + Silverado Crew Cab
- No EV variant yet (vs Rivian R1T mid-size adjacent)
- Tacoma TRD Pro + Trailhunter premium daily rate ($155-235/day)
- Some renters find ride firmer than Honda Ridgeline + Ford Maverick
Straight answers
Toyota Tacoma rental FAQ
Tacoma vs Tundra — which is right for me?
Tacoma for daily-driver fit + mid-size parking + best resale + off-road heritage. Tundra for full-size capability (12,000 lb tow vs 6,500 lb) + more interior space + higher torque (iForce Max 583 lb-ft Tundra vs 465 lb-ft Tacoma).
Tacoma TRD Pro vs Trailhunter — which to rent?
TRD Pro for off-road performance (Fox shocks + lockers + aggressive geometry). Trailhunter for overland readiness (Old Man Emu suspension + aux lights + ARB compressor + MOLLE rack). Trailhunter is more touring-friendly; TRD Pro more aggressive.
Can I tow my travel trailer with a Tacoma?
Trailer up to 6,500 lb GVWR (Tacoma max tow) with safety margin — practical 5,500 lb. Most pop-up campers + light travel trailers fit. Larger fifth-wheels + bumper-pull over 6,500 lb need full-size pickup (Tundra, F-150, Silverado, Ram 1500).
Citations
- Toyota Tacoma — official lineup
- EPA FuelEconomy.gov — Toyota Tacoma
- NHTSA — Tacoma safety ratings
- IIHS — Tacoma safety ratings
- Kelley Blue Book — Best Resale Value awards
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