2017 Toyota Tacoma Long Island NY

How does the 2017 Toyota Tacoma stand up against competitors?

It shouldn't come as a shock that the Toyota Tacoma has been a best-selling midsize truck for many years. The Toyota brand is known for its reliability and resale value, and the Tacoma is no exception. The Tacoma has a fantastic reputation for both of the aforementioned traits. In addition to that, the Toyota is known for its rugged and dependable personality and superb off-road capability. The Toyota Tacoma's off-road capability is aided by a remarkable ground clearance, high stance, and cut front bumper. Inside the Tacoma, this Toyota has a handsome and well-appointed design. The 2017 Toyota Tacoma gives buyers many options to pick from, making it more flexible than many other midsize pickups. Options include two cabs, two bed lengths, two engines, and rear- or four-wheel drive.

What powertrain options are available for the 2017 Toyota Tacoma?

The Toyota Tacoma of 2017 features two available engines that kick off its powertrain options. The standard engine beneath the hood of the Tacoma is a 2.7-liter inline four-cylinder. This engine has been around for quite some time and is well-loved and capable. It's a powerful four-cylinder, charging the Tacoma with 159 horsepower and 180 pound-feet of torque. It can be paired with a six-speed automatic or a five-speed manual transmission; with the automatic, you have the option of rear- or four-wheel drive. Four-wheel drive is exclusive for the manual. The Toyota Tacoma also offers an alternative engine option: a strong and smooth 3.5-liter V6. This V6 charges the Tacoma with 278 horsepower and 265 pound-feet of torque -- nearly 120 horsepower more than the base engine! Fuel economy is nearly the same with this upgraded engine as well. If you want rear-wheel drive, you'll get an exclusive six-speed automatic transmission. With four-wheel drive, you can choose from a six-speed automatic or a six-speed manual.

What should I know about the design of the 2017 Toyota Tacoma?

There are six trim levels available for the 2017 Toyota Tacoma: SR, SR5, TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, Limited, and TRD Pro. The lineup starts with the SR, available with a crew cab with a 5-foot bed or an extended cab with a 6.1-foot bed. Feature highlights include a steering column with tilt and telescoping functionality, a steering wheel with integrated audio controls, Bluetooth, and a built-in GoPro camera on the upper edge of the windshield. SR5 models are offered in the two configurations above as well as a crew cab with a 6.1-foot bed. For standard equipment, you'll find a 4.2-inch driver information display, satellite radio, Siri Eyes Free, cruise control, and foglights. The TRD Sport is offered in all the configurations of the SR5 and includes highlight equipment may include a 7-inch touchscreen, navigation, push-button start, 17-inch alloy wheels, and a hood scoop. TRD Off-Road models are similar to the TRD Sport, losing the sporty flourishes like the hood scoop and adding off-road features such as extra skid plates, an off-road traction control system, and a lockable rear differential. Limited models are offered in an exclusive crew cab and 5-foot bed configuration and offer features such as leather-trimmed seats, a JBL speaker upgrade with a subwoofer, and several other comfort features. Finally, TRD Pro models are offered in the crew cab and short bed configuration exclusively, and the TRD Pro offers LED foglights, black wheels, 2.5-inch Fox internal bypass shocks, the traction management system, red accent stitching, and heated leather seats.

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