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Seven trims, two engines, one truck. Here is what each one costs and comes with before you drive to Skyland Boulevard.
Prices shown are Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) and exclude tax, title, license, registration, and dealer documentation fees. See Tuscaloosa Toyota for current pricing and complete details.
The 2026 Toyota Tacoma comes in seven trims at Tuscaloosa Toyota: SR, SR5, TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, Limited, TRD Pro, and Trailhunter. Prices start at $32,145 and climb to $66,395 for the trail-built TRD Pro. The biggest decision across the lineup is powertrain, the standard i-FORCE 2.4-liter turbo gas engine or the i-FORCE MAX hybrid, which comes standard on Trailhunter and TRD Pro and is optional on TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, and Limited i-FORCE MAX models.
Tuscaloosa is a two-speed truck market. University of Alabama staff and Mercedes-Benz U.S. International and Novelis employees mostly want a dependable daily hauler for the commute down I-359 or Skyland Boulevard, which points toward SR5 or TRD Sport. Weekend hunters and anglers heading to Bankhead National Forest or launching a boat at Lake Tuscaloosa lean toward TRD Off-Road, Trailhunter, or TRD Pro for the locking differential and trail-tuned suspension. Browse current Tacoma inventory to see what is on the lot this week.
Every trim carries the same 8-speed automatic transmission and the same Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 safety suite, so nobody is skimping on the basics. The real differences show up in ride quality, technology, and how far off the pavement you plan to go.
Most Tacoma shoppers are really choosing between three things. Answer these and the trim picks itself.
Gas is right for you if you want the lowest price and the simplest maintenance. It is standard on every trim and the only option on SR and SR5.
i-FORCE MAX is right for you if you want more low-end torque and better city mpg. It is standard on Trailhunter and TRD Pro, optional on TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, and Limited.
SR5 is right for you if your truck spends most of its life hauling materials or commuting to Skyland Boulevard, and you would rather keep the price down.
TRD Off-Road is right for you if weekends mean the fire roads at Bankhead National Forest. Crawl Control and a locking rear diff earn their keep out there.
Limited is right for you if you want leather, a 14-inch touchscreen, and the JBL Flex speaker for the daily drive around Tuscaloosa.
Trailhunter or TRD Pro is right for you if you want factory-tuned suspension hardware built for sustained rough terrain, not just the occasional gravel road.
Tap a category to compare specs across every 2026 Tacoma trim.
| Trim | SR | SR5 | TRD Sport | TRD Off-Road | Limited | Trailhunter | TRD Pro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $32,145 | $36,335 | $40,115 | $42,515 | $53,270 | $65,395 | $66,395 |
| Standard Powertrain | i-FORCE gas | i-FORCE gas | i-FORCE gas | i-FORCE gas | i-FORCE gas | i-FORCE MAX hybrid | i-FORCE MAX hybrid |
| i-FORCE MAX Available | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | ||
| Drivetrain | RWD or 4WD | RWD or 4WD | RWD or 4WD | 4WD | RWD or 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Bed Length | 5 or 6 ft | 5 or 6 ft | 5 ft | 5 ft | 5 ft | 5 ft | 5 ft |
| Trim | SR | SR5 | TRD Sport | TRD Off-Road | Limited | Trailhunter | TRD Pro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine (Gas) | 2.4L Turbo | 2.4L Turbo | 2.4L Turbo | 2.4L Turbo | 2.4L Turbo | N/A | N/A |
| Horsepower | 228 hp | 278 hp | 278-326 hp | 278-326 hp | 278-326 hp | 326 hp | 326 hp |
| Torque | 243 lb-ft | 317 lb-ft | 317-465 lb-ft | 317-465 lb-ft | 317-465 lb-ft | 465 lb-ft | 465 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 8-speed auto | 8-speed auto | 8-speed auto | 8-speed auto | 8-speed auto | 8-speed auto | 8-speed auto |
| Max Towing | Up to 6,500 lbs | Up to 6,500 lbs | Up to 6,500 lbs gas / 6,000 lbs hybrid | Up to 6,500 lbs gas / 6,000 lbs hybrid | Up to 6,500 lbs gas / 6,000 lbs hybrid | Up to 6,000 lbs | Up to 6,000 lbs |
| Max Payload | Up to 1,705 lbs | Up to 1,705 lbs | Up to 1,705 lbs | Up to 1,705 lbs | Up to 1,705 lbs | Up to 1,705 lbs | Up to 1,705 lbs |
| Trim | SR | SR5 | TRD Sport | TRD Off-Road | Limited | Trailhunter | TRD Pro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cab Configuration | XtraCab or Double Cab | XtraCab or Double Cab | Double Cab | Double Cab | Double Cab | Double Cab | Double Cab |
| Bed Length | 5 ft (Double Cab) or 6 ft (XtraCab) | 5 ft (Double Cab) or 6 ft (XtraCab) | 5 ft | 5 ft | 5 ft | 5 ft | 5 ft |
| Seating Capacity | 5 (Double Cab) / 4 (XtraCab) | 5 (Double Cab) / 4 (XtraCab) | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Wheels | Standard alloy | 17-in alloy | 18-in alloy | 18-in TRD (Premium Pkg) | Alloy | Off-road tuned | Off-road tuned |
| Trim | SR | SR5 | TRD Sport | TRD Off-Road | Limited | Trailhunter | TRD Pro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 | |||||||
| Pre-Collision w/ Pedestrian Detection | |||||||
| Blind Spot Monitor | |||||||
| Locking Rear Differential | |||||||
| Crawl Control / Multi-Terrain Select |
| Trim | SR | SR5 | TRD Sport | TRD Off-Road | Limited | Trailhunter | TRD Pro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touchscreen | 8-in | 8-in | 8-in | 8-in | 14-in | 14-in | 14-in |
| JBL Flex Speaker | |||||||
| Available Digital Gauge Cluster | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Trim | SR | SR5 | TRD Sport | TRD Off-Road | Limited | Trailhunter | TRD Pro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leather Seating | |||||||
| Sport Bar | |||||||
| Suspension | Standard | Standard | TRD-tuned | TRD-tuned | Standard | Old Man Emu monotube | Fox shocks |
| Exclusive Color | WaveMaker (2026) |
The i-FORCE MAX pairs the same 2.4-liter turbo with an electric motor for 326 hp and 465 lb-ft of torque, a jump of nearly 150 lb-ft over the base gas engine. It comes standard on Trailhunter and TRD Pro and can be added to TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, and Limited.
See full 2026 Tacoma specs on Toyota's official Tacoma page.
Limited swaps the off-road hardware for leather seating, a 14-inch touchscreen, and a JBL Flex portable speaker you can pull out at a Bryant-Denny Stadium tailgate. It is the pick for buyers who want the top-trim cabin without the overland price tag.
Every 2026 Tacoma, from the base SR to the flagship TRD Pro, ships with Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Tracing Assist, and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control. Blind spot monitor is standard from SR5 up.
Detects vehicles and pedestrians ahead and can apply the brakes to help avoid or reduce a collision.
Warns you when you drift out of your lane on I-359 or I-20/59 and can help steer you back.
Keeps a set following distance in highway traffic and adjusts speed automatically.
Helps keep the Tacoma centered in its lane during longer highway stretches.
Applies light braking and steering support to help you react earlier to traffic ahead.
Switches between high and low beams automatically on unlit roads outside Tuscaloosa.
Right for you if you need a dependable daily hauler around Tuscaloosa or Northport without paying for gear you will not use.
Right for you if weekends mean Bankhead National Forest or towing a boat to Lake Tuscaloosa, and weekdays mean the commute to work.
Right for you if you want leather seats and a 14-inch touchscreen for the daily drive down Skyland Boulevard.
Right for you if you want factory-tuned suspension hardware for serious off-roading, from the Sipsey Wilderness to a longer overland trip.
3325 Skyland Blvd E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
Sales: (205) 553-3325 | Sales Hours: Mon-Fri 9 AM-6 PM, Sat 9 AM-5:30 PM
We carry one of the broadest Toyota hybrid lineups in the state, and every 2026 Tacoma trim is available to test drive on the same lot.
Most buyers around Tuscaloosa land on the SR5 or TRD Off-Road. SR5 covers daily driving and light hauling for $36,335. TRD Off-Road adds a locking rear differential and Crawl Control for $42,515, which pays off if weekend trips include Bankhead National Forest or the boat ramps at Lake Tuscaloosa.
The i-FORCE is a 2.4-liter turbo gas engine making 228 hp on SR and 278 hp on SR5 and above. The i-FORCE MAX adds an electric motor to the same block for 326 hp and 465 lb-ft of torque, with stronger low-end pull and better city mpg.
Trailhunter and TRD Pro ship with the i-FORCE MAX hybrid standard. TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, and Limited offer it as an option over the standard gas engine. SR and SR5 are gas only.
The i-FORCE MAX gets an estimated 22 mpg city versus 19 to 20 mpg city for the gas only i-FORCE, based on EPA-estimated mpg figures. Drivers who spend most of their week in stop-and-go traffic around campus or Skyland Boulevard see the biggest gap. Ask our sales team for a side-by-side cost comparison based on how you drive.
The gas i-FORCE tows up to 6,500 lbs when properly equipped, which covers most bass boats and pontoons launched around Lake Tuscaloosa. The i-FORCE MAX hybrid tows up to 6,000 lbs. SR5 and TRD Off-Road are the most common picks for regular boat towing.
TRD Off-Road adds Crawl Control, Multi-Terrain Select, and a locking rear differential over SR5 for trail driving in places like the Sipsey Wilderness. Trailhunter goes further with Old Man Emu 2.5-inch forged monotube shocks and rear piggyback reservoirs built for sustained rough terrain, not just occasional trail runs.
Yes. Our lot on Skyland Boulevard East carries multiple 2026 Tacoma trims at once, so you can drive an SR5 and a TRD Off-Road back to back. Call (205) 553-3325 to confirm which trims are on the lot before you come in, or check current inventory online.
Yes. Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard on all seven 2026 Tacoma trims, from SR to TRD Pro. That includes Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Tracing Assist, and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, with no upgrade needed to get the full safety suite.
Start an application through our online financing page before you visit to speed up paperwork. Value your current vehicle with our trade-in tool, and our team will apply that value toward whichever Tacoma trim you choose.
Come compare SR, SR5, TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, Limited, TRD Pro, and Trailhunter in person at Tuscaloosa Toyota.
