2023 toyota tacoma trd off road lunar rock

Are you ready to go off-roading? Great, now we just need the right truck. That truck should be the 2023 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro. Why this truck? The TRD Pro model is a specialized off-road truck in the midsize pickup class. This version of the Toyota Tacoma offers the packaging necessary to tackle some of the toughest trails and return home to tell the tale.

What does it feel like to drive the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro?

2023 toyota tacoma trd off road lunar rock
Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro | Toyota

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Have you ever driven a pickup truck that feels like it always wants to leave the paved road? That’s what you’ll feel in the TRD Pro model of this Toyota truck. Of course, that’s a bit of an exaggeration, but the Tacoma with the off-road packaging does make it easy for you to head off the beaten path for some adventures. Whether these excursions are planned or spontaneous, this truck gives you the equipment to have a lot of fun in the wilderness.

What does the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro offer?

2023 toyota tacoma trd off road lunar rock
Toyota Tacoma | Toyota

Toyota packages the TRD Pro to give you the most off-road equipment possible in the Tacoma. The equipment list includes:

  • Specialized off-road Fox suspension
  • TRD Pro skid plate
  • Specialized exhaust
  • Hood scoop
  • Powered moonroof
  • Dual-zone automatic climate controls
  •  Heated/leather-covered front seats
  • Upgraded audio system
  • Optional Multi-Terrain monitor
  • All-terrain tires
  • Locking rear differential

Of course, this off-road-focused truck brings equipment from the lower trim levels to give you a complete package.

What is the body and powertrain configuration of this Toyota truck?

The Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro is only offered with the Double Cab and a 4WD drivetrain. The engine is a 3.5-liter V6 that mates to either a 6-speed automatic or manual transmission. This setup gives you 278 horsepower and 265 lb-ft of torque for your drive.

Fuel mileage for this Tacoma truck is 18 city/22 hwy mpg using the automatic transmission and 17 city/20 hwy mpg for trucks with the manual gearbox.

How much cargo can you carry and tow in the Tacoma?

2023 toyota tacoma trd off road lunar rock
Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro | Toyota

The maximum payload for the Toyota Tacoma is 1,525 pounds, and towing tops out at 6,800 pounds. That should be more than enough capability for you to take the gear you need deep into the wilderness.

How much is the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro?

The starting price of the 2023 Tacoma in the TRD Pro trim is a little more than $45,000. Adding a few options to this truck could push the final price over $48,000.

Is the TRD Pro Tacoma worth it?

Are you looking for a midsize truck that handles the trails well and never backs down? If so, the 2023 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro is worth the price. If you’re not looking for an off-road pickup truck, you’ll want to look at other versions of the Tacoma or possibly another midsize truck like the Honda Ridgeline.

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What colors will the 2023 Tacoma come in?

New Color Options 2023 Trail Edition: The Trail Edition returns for the 2023 model year, offered in four exterior colors that include Lunar Rock, Magnetic Gray Metallic, Black, and White.

Will Toyota redesign the Tacoma for 2023?

The 2023 Toyota Tacoma will carry over for at least one more year. That's the big takeaway from Toyota's announcement last week of a new SX cosmetic package on SR5 grades on both the bestselling mid-size pickup truck and its bigger brother, the 2023 Toyota Tundra that was redesigned for 2022.

What Tacoma models come in lunar rock?

Lunar Rock is now available in multiple trim levels across the 2022 Toyota Tacoma board. Potential buyers can find Lunar Rock in 2022 Tacoma TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, SR5 and Trail Edition.