2020 Toyota Tacoma Towing and Payload

Not everyone who buys a truck needs a half-ton pickup. Toyota Tacoma owners will tell you first-hand just how well their truck performs, even if it is smaller than many common pickup trucks. The size of the vehicle doesn’t necessarily determine how powerful that vehicle can be. It’s more important to know the engine inside and trust the construction of the vehicle. Read on to learn more about what makes the 2020 Toyota Tacoma the smart choice for the modern truck buyer.

2020 Toyota Tacoma Engine Options

The heart of the Toyota Tacoma is either one of two engines. First off, the base model engine is a 2.7L inline 4-cylinder that can produce up to 159 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque. The greater of the two engines is a 3.5L V6 that can create 278 horsepower and 265 lb-ft of torque. With this second engine, the Toyota Tacoma competes directly with plenty of larger trucks.

2020 Toyota Tacoma Towing Capacity

Towing capacity is determined by several factors, far too many to describe here, but the following are figures estimated for some trim levels and other equipment configurations. The base model SR with 4×2 drive and access cab can pull up to 3,500 lbs. Of course, this is the low end of the possible towing capacity the Tacoma can achieve.

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How Much Weight Can the 2019 Toyota Tacoma Tow?

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To get maximum towing capacity, the 2020 Toyota Tacoma needs 4×2 drive, access cab, and the V6 engine. In the case of the SR5 trim, the towing capacity nearly doubles to 6,800 lbs. Larger cabs, 4×4 drive, and other packages or equipment on the 2020 Toyota Tacoma will result in the truck’s towing capacity moving between 3,500 lbs. and 6,800 lbs.

2020 Toyota Tacoma Payload Capacity

Payload, like towing, relates to how equipped the truck is. When it is set up correctly, the 2020 Toyota Tacoma can carry up to 1,525 lbs. Of whatever you need to carry. At the very least, the Tacoma will shoulder at least 1,155 lbs.

2020 Toyota Tacoma Test Drive Pocatello, ID

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