This TRD Pro guide covers:
- Release date and price
- Horsepower and torque specs
- Distinct TRD Pro off-road features
- Tacoma TRD Pro Vs. Tacoma Off-Road differences
- Spec summary
The Tacoma TRD Pro checks most boxes regarding off-road abilities, go-fast performance, and upscale interior features. It’s one of the most popular Taco trims, and there’s a reason it’s known as the ultimate adventure machine in a compact size. The previous 2022 TRD Pro added some worthy specs like black-out wheels and lifted suspension with FOX shocks, but Toyota’s latest TRD Pro is an entirely different beast.
While the new Tacoma Trailhunter and the 2024 TRD Off-Road with the manual transmission are also great options, they don’t strike the right balance the TRD Pro does with its major suspension upgrades, improved seats, a potent hybrid powertrain, and premium interior— all designed to take on the harsh elements. Here’s our quick 2024 Tacoma TRD Pro video on YouTube.
New TRD Pro Release Date and Price
Hybrid-equipped Tacomas, including the TRD Pro, are scheduled for release in Spring 2024. Toyota tells us that if you’re eager for an off-roading Tacoma, the TRD Off-Road with the standard gas-powered i-FORCE will be available in late 2023. Hybrid pricing hasn’t been released, but here’s the MSRP for the gas-powered Tacomas.
Horsepower and Torque Exclusively Hybrid-Powered
For 2024, there are eight Tacoma trims to choose from — and the entire Taco lineup is redesigned, entering its next generation. As for the 2024 Tacoma TRD Pro exclusively gets the i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain — the most powerful engine in the lineup, making 326 horsepower and a whopping 465 lb.-ft. of torque. Compared to the outgoing V6 gas engine, this hybrid nearly doubles the output.
Here’s a breakdown of all the 2024 Tacoma powertrain offerings:
1) i-FORCE – SR model:
- Engine: 2.4L turbo, 4-cylinder
- Transmission: 8-speed auto
- Horsepower: 228 hp @ 6,000 RPM
- Torque: 243 lb.-ft. @ 1,700 RPM
2) i-FORCE – 6-speed manual:
- Engine: 2.4L turbo, 4-cylinder
- Transmission: 6-speed manual
- Horsepower: 270 hp @ 5,400 RPM
- Torque: 310 lb.-ft. @ 1,700 RPM
3) i-FORCE – 8-speed auto:
- Engine: 2.4L turbo, 4-cylinder
- Transmission: 8-speed auto
- Horsepower: 278 hp @ 6,000 RPM
- Torque: 317 lb.-ft. @ 1,700 RPM
4) i-FORCE MAX – TRD Pro:
- Engine: 2.4L turbo hybrid, 4-cylinder
- Transmission: 8-speed auto
- Horsepower: 326 hp @ 6,000 RPM
- Torque: 465 lb.-ft. @ 1,700 RPM
The i-FORCE MAX hybrid is standard with TRD Pro and Trailhunter, optional with TRD Off-Road and Limited trims, and unavailable in entry Tacoma models like SR and SR5. The system’s 2.4L engine pairs with a 48-hp electric motor integrated into the eight-speed transmission, feeding off a 1.87-kWh NiMH battery pack.
Crazy New Seats, Higher Ground Clearance, and Upgraded Suspension
For the first time in the small truck segment, and only available with Tacoma TRD Pro, are the IsoDynamic Performance Seats up front. A fancy name for seats designed to reduce fatigue on the unbeaten path, improve vision on the road, and overall provide enhanced off-road driving control and comfort. Frankly, they look like something out of NASA’s workshop.
With up to eight Tacoma trims now (Prerunner and Trailhunter are new for 2024), Toyota decided each Tacoma will now feature suspensions tuned specifically to each grade. In the TRD Pro’s case, this means exclusive red TRD sport-tuned shocks for a more responsive feel, improved high-speed off-road performance with FOX’s new QS3 three-way adjustable internal bypass shocks with remote reservoirs, improved bottom-out feel courtesy of FOX Internal Floating Piston (IFP) rear bump stops, and red aluminum front TRD upper control arms alleviating unsprung weight.
The standard on TRD Pro four-wheel-drive models is an electronic locking rear differential; the system works on an electronically controlled two-speed transfer case with high/low range and Active Traction Control (A-TRAC). Riding on 18-inch black TRD Pro wheels wrapped in 33-inch Goodyear Territory R/T rubber, for those serious about traversing mountainsides and conquering dunes, the TRD Pro ramps it up with a running maximum ground clearance at 11.1 inches.
That’s a whopping two inches higher in the front and an inch and a half in the rear compared to the 2023 TRD Pro. Pair all that with a 33.8-degree approach, 23.5-degree breakover, and 25.7-degree departure angles. Other TRD Pro features include RIGID white LED fog lamps, a new integrated LED light bar coupled with LED headlights, an aluminum TRD front skid plate, and a rear metal bumper with red recovery hooks courtesy of Australian-based ARB.
Lastly, Toyota says only the TRD Pro gets an exclusive new exterior colour, being announced sometime in Summer 2024. (The current 2024 Tacoma colour palette includes Supersonic Red, Blue Crush Metallic, Underground, Wind Chill Pearl, Solar Octane, Celestial Silver Metallic, Black, Ice Cap, and Bronze Oxide.)
Tacoma TRD Pro Vs. Tacoma Off-Road: Differences Explained
Granted, the Tacoma TRD Off-Road is built for just that, off-roading. But it lacks some of those more premium features you’ll get with the TRD Pro — it takes spot five in the eight-trim lineup regarding grade walk and pricing. While the Off-Road gets the manual stick shift transmission and composite skid plates, it comes standard with the less potent, gas-powered i-FORCE engine; this truck’s more powerful hybrid is optional. Here’s our complete 2024 Tacoma TRD Off Road first drive review.
These Tacoma grades are only available in double-cab; no 2-door XtraCab options exist. These three (TRD Off-Road, TRD Pro, and Trailhunter) also get tons of available cameras installed so drivers can view potential obstacles looming on the trail via the Multi-Terrain Monitor displayed on the 14-inch touchscreen that’s standard on TRD Pro.
TRD Pro Vs. Trailhunter
The first-ever Tacoma Trailhunter is a beast, but it’s designed more for weekend getaways and overlanding with exclusive features like the integrated high-output air compressor in the bed, ideal for things like a fridge and shower. Trailhunter and TRD Pro are the top-of-line Tacos for 2024, and both are powered exclusively by the hybrid i-FORCE MAX. Here’s our 2024 Tacoma TRD Pro Vs. 2024 Tacoma Trailhunter comparison.
2024 Tacoma TRD Pro Specs
- Engine: i-FORCE MAX 2.4L turbo hybrid, 4-cylinder
- Power: 326 hp @ 6,000 RPM
- Torque: 465 lb.-ft. @ 1,700 RPM
- Transmission: 8-speed automatic
- Wheels: 18-in. black TRD Pro wheels
- Tires: 33-in. Goodyear Territory R/T tires
- Interior screens: 12.3-in. gauge cluster, 14-in. multimedia display, HUD
- Interior seats: IsoDynamic Performance Seat (driver/passenger)
- Lighting: front integrated LED light bar, RIGID LED fog lamps, “TRD Pro” signature LED headlamps
- Off-road upgrades: aluminum front skid plate, rocker protector, ARB steel rear bumper with red recovery hooks, forged aluminum upper control arms, electronically activated rear locking differential, front stabilizer bar disconnect, and 2400W AC inverter
