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What's the Difference Between the Tacoma & Tundra?

2023 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2023 Toyota Tundra
2023 Toyota Tacoma

vs.

2023 Toyota Tundra
$27,750 MSRP

Starting Price

$37,865 MSRP
Compact Pickup

Vehicle Class

Full-Size Pickup
2.7L Inline-4

Standard Engine

3.5L Twin-Turbo V6
Up to 19 city/24 highway MPG

Fuel Economy

Up to 18 city / 24 highway MPG
6,800 Pounds

Max Towing Capacity

12,000 Pounds

When you need first-rate performance on the job in Eatonton, look to the Toyota truck lineup. The compact Tundra and the full-size Tacoma are popular picks within their representative segments, but which model has the power and features you’re looking for? The biggest difference between the Tacoma and Tundra—and the one that most buyers will consider first—is their towing capacity. The Tacoma can handle up to 6,800 pounds, while the Tundra can tow anywhere between 8,300 to 12,000 pounds depending on the configuration.

 

 

Still not sure which is right for you? Below, we’ll take a look at a few other factors to help you decide between the Toyota Tacoma vs. Toyota Tundra—including gas mileage, pricing, and engine options.

2023 Toyota Tacoma vs. Toyota Tundra: Price & Trim Levels

Given the significant difference in size between the Tacoma and Tundra pickups, it’s no surprise that it will cost you more to take the latter home to Monticello. The Tundra starts at $37,865 MSRP, while the compact and city-friendly Tacoma starts at $27,750 MSRP.

Here’s how the price difference between the Tacoma and Tundra breaks down across their trim lineups:

2023 Toyota Tacoma

  • 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR: $27,750 MSRP
  • 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR5: $29,540 MSRP
  • 2023 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport: $34,660 MSRP
  • 2023 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road: $35,940 MSRP
  • 2023 Toyota Tacoma Limited: $40,505 MSRP
  • 2023 Toyota Tacoma Trail Special Edition: $40,970 MSRP
  • 2023 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro: $47,185 MSRP

2023 Toyota Tundra

  • 2023 Toyota Tundra SR: $37,865 MSRP
  • 2023 Toyota Tundra SR5: $43,370 MSRP
  • 2023 Toyota Tundra Limited: $49,465 MSRP
  • 2023 Toyota Tundra Platinum: $59,675 MSRP
  • 2023 Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition: $60,360 MSRP
  • 2023 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro: $69,420 MSRP
  • 2023 Toyota Tundra Capstone: $76,145 MSRP

Whichever model you choose, be sure to check out our current new vehicle specials at Five Star Toyota of Milledgeville to see how much you could save on your monthly payment!

2023 Toyota Tacoma vs. Toyota Tundra: Engines & Towing

There are two engines available for both trucks: a solid standard offering and a higher-horsepower upgrade. You’ll have nearly three times the horsepower and torque with the Tundra base engine, although the Tacoma’s 278-hp upgrade can make up some of the difference. See below for a detailed breakdown of the specs:

2023 Toyota Tacoma Engine Options

  • Engine Options: 2.7L inline-4/3.5L V6
  • Horsepower: 159 hp/278 hp
  • Torque: 180 lb-ft of torque/265 lb-ft of torque
  • Towing Capacity: Up to 6,800 lbs

2023 Toyota Tundra Engine Options

  • Engine Options: 3.4L i-FORCE Twin-Turbo V6/3.4L i-FORCE MAX twin-turbo V6 hybrid powertrain
  • Horsepower: 406 hp/437 hp
  • Max Torque: 479 lb-ft of torque/583 lb-ft of torque
  • Towing Capacity: Up to 12,000 lbs

2023 Tundra vs. Tacoma MPG Specs

If you spend a lot of time on the road between jobs in Monticello and Gray, fuel efficiency may be a higher priority than raw power. You might expect the smaller Tacoma to win handily in this category, but surprisingly, there’s actually almost zero difference between the Tacoma and Tundra’s EPA-estimated gas mileage. That’s great news for contractors who need the power of a half-ton truck without overpaying at the gas pump!

  • Tacoma Fuel Economy: Up to 19 city/24 highway MPG
  • Tundra Fuel Economy: Up to 18 city / 24 highway MPG

See the Difference Between the Tacoma & Tundra for Yourself at Five Star Toyota of Milledgeville!

Whether you have further questions about the Tundra vs. Tacoma MPG or you’d like assistance calculating your monthly car payment, we’re here to help! Stop by our Milledgeville dealership to take a test drive at any time that’s convenient for you, or simply give us a call at 478-387-3188 for more information.

 

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