“There is almost no stoarge area in the driver's seat. The door on the '06 Tacoma went the length of the door and had a lot of space for storage. This allows a water bottle only. Very uncomfortable. The window controls/door handle juts out and you can't relax your leg while driving long distance without feeling cramped.”
2022 Toyota Tacoma: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2022 Toyota Tacoma is mostly a carryover, with the upgraded TRD Pro as the headline change. It gets a taller suspension lift, forged upper control arms, revised exterior details, and updated off-road hardware.
About the 2022 Toyota Tacoma
3rd generation (2016-2023), late-cycle year.
Toyota positions the Tacoma as a midsize pickup with a strong work-and-play personality: tough enough for jobsite and weekend truck duty, but especially appealing to buyers who want real trail credibility in a smaller package than a full-size truck. Its big differentiators are Toyota’s durability reputation, broad trim spread from basic work truck to trail-focused versions, a durable composite bed, and an off-road image rooted in Toyota’s desert-racing background.
The lineup ranges from the work-focused SR and everyday SR5 to the street-oriented TRD Sport, trail-ready TRD Off-Road, and comfort-focused Limited. The TRD Pro sits at the top for off-road use with FOX shocks, an aluminum front skid plate, and a camera system that helps the driver see the terrain around the truck. Limited emphasizes comfort with leather-trimmed seats, premium JBL audio, LED lighting, and a panoramic camera system.
What changed, by category
Structural
The TRD Pro gets a taller lifted suspension, new forged upper control arms, and updated off-road hardware. The returning Trail Edition also receives added trail-focused hardware.
Styling
The TRD Pro receives revised exterior details, while the returning Trail Edition has specialty-model visual updates.
2022 Toyota Tacoma specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.7 Liter / V6, 3.5 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter / 4-Cyl, 2.7 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd |
| Drivetrain | 2WD / 4WD | 4WD / 2WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 18–20 mpg | 18–20 mpg | 18 mpg | 17 mpg | 18–19 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 22–24 mpg | 22–24 mpg | 22 mpg | 20 mpg | 22–24 mpg | 22 mpg |
| Horsepower | 159–278 hp | 159–278 hp | 278 hp | 278 hp | 278 hp | 278 hp |
| Torque | 180–265 lb-ft | 180–265 lb-ft | 265 lb-ft | 265 lb-ft | 265 lb-ft | 265 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3500–6400 lb | 3500–6400 lb | 6400 lb | 6400 lb | 6400–6500 lb | 6400–6500 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 24.6–32.6 in | 24.6–32.6 in | 32.6 in | 32.6 in | 24.6–32.6 in | 24.6–32.6 in |
| Seats | 4–5 | 4–5 | 5 | 5 | 4–5 | 4–5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||
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| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2022 Toyota Tacoma significantly different from the 2021 model?
No. The 2022 Tacoma is mostly unchanged from 2021, with the main updates limited to the TRD Pro and the returning Trail Edition. The core SR, SR5, TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, and Limited trims largely carry over.
What changed on the 2022 Tacoma TRD Pro?
The 2022 Tacoma TRD Pro gets a taller suspension lift, forged upper control arms, revised exterior details, and updated off-road hardware. It also has FOX internal-bypass shocks, an aluminum front skid plate, and a terrain-view camera system.
Did the Tacoma Trail Edition return for 2022?
Yes. The Trail Edition returned for 2022 as an SR5 4x4 Double Cab-based specialty model with added trail hardware.
Did the 2022 Tacoma get a new engine or transmission?
No. The 2022 Tacoma keeps its 2.7-liter four-cylinder and 3.5-liter V6 engines, along with a six-speed automatic and a six-speed manual on select V6 trims.
Did Toyota change the 2022 Tacoma’s safety or touchscreen systems?
No major lineup-wide safety or touchscreen changes were made for 2022. Toyota Safety Sense P remains standard, while core trims retain their existing 7-inch or 8-inch touchscreen systems.
2022 Toyota Tacoma Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 Toyota Tacoma.
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2022 Toyota Tacoma
(414 reviews)
“Get ready for sucky fuel mileage, exactly the same as a full size truck with a V8.”
“Quality is there. Feels sturdy. Tow capacity is good. Sporty look. Just feels solid.”
Sources
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