2013 Toyota Tacoma: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2013 Toyota Tacoma is mostly a carryover, with USB connectivity becoming standard on PreRunner models. There is no redesign or broad mechanical, styling, safety, or structural update.
About the 2013 Toyota Tacoma
2nd generation Tacoma (2005-2015), second model year after the 2012 update.
Toyota positions the Tacoma as a midsize pickup that covers a wide span of uses, from simple work duty to sport-truck or off-road-themed versions. Its main strengths are its manageable size, durable bed design, broad cab and powertrain variety, and reputation for toughness. In this era, Tacoma’s identity is less about one single configuration and more about giving shoppers a truck that can fit daily driving, hauling and weekend use without moving up to a full-size pickup.
The base Tacoma is the straightforward work-focused truck, with a composite bed, adjustable cargo cleats, air conditioning, and a 6.1-inch touchscreen. The PreRunner combines rear-wheel drive with the raised stance and extra ground clearance of a four-wheel-drive truck. The street-focused X-Runner pairs a 4.0-liter V6 and six-speed manual transmission with lowered sport suspension and 18-inch alloy wheels.
What changed, by category
2013 Toyota Tacoma specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.7 Liter / V6, 4.0 Liter | V6, 4.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.7 Liter / V6, 4.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 4-Spd / Automatic, 5-Spd | Manual, 6-Spd | Automatic, 4-Spd / Automatic, 5-Spd |
| Drivetrain | 2WD / 4WD | 2WD | 2WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 16–19 mpg | 16 mpg | 17–19 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 21–24 mpg | 21 mpg | 21–24 mpg |
| Horsepower | 159–236 hp | 236 hp | 159–236 hp |
| Torque | 180–266 lb-ft | 266 lb-ft | 180–266 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3500–6400 lb | 3300 lb | 3500–6400 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 28.2–32.6 in | 28.2 in | 28.2–32.6 in |
| Seats | 3–5 | 4 | 4–5 |
| Doors | 2–4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Cruise Control | |||
| Hill Descent Control | |||
| Hill Start Assist | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| Privacy Glass | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Side Steps | |||
| Tow Hooks | |||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| USB Ports | |||
| 115V Power Outlet | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||
| Power Driver's Lumbar Support Seat | |||
| Remote Keyless Entry | |||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2013 Toyota Tacoma compared with the 2012 model?
The main change is standard USB connectivity on 2013 PreRunner models; it was optional for 2012. The broader Tacoma lineup otherwise carries over without a major redesign or mechanical update.
Was the 2013 Toyota Tacoma redesigned?
No, the 2013 Toyota Tacoma was not redesigned. It remains part of the second generation and follows the exterior and interior update introduced for 2012.
Did the 2013 Tacoma get a new engine or drivetrain?
No, the 2013 Tacoma received no lineup-wide engine or drivetrain change. It kept the same basic engine families and rear-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive layouts as the 2012 model.
What is distinctive about the 2013 Tacoma X-Runner?
The 2013 X-Runner is the street-focused Tacoma. It has a 4.0-liter V6, a six-speed manual transmission, lowered sport suspension, Bilstein shocks, and 18-inch alloy wheels.
What is the 2013 Tacoma PreRunner?
The 2013 PreRunner is a rear-wheel-drive Tacoma with the taller stance and extra ground clearance associated with a four-wheel-drive truck. It also has black overfenders, a 6.1-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, and standard USB connectivity.