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Between the Toyota Tacoma and Tundra, what are the major differences? Here is more information to help you make an informed choice.
The table below shows 2026 starting prices for the Tacoma at your Sherbrooke Toyota dealership:
| Trim | 2026 Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|
| Double Cab 4×4, automatic gearbox | $51,847 |
| Double Cab 4×4, manual gearbox, short wheelbase | $53,422 |
| Double Cab 4×4, automatic gearbox, short wheelbase | $64,729 |
| Hybrid Double Cab 4×4, short wheelbase | $68,267 |
| Hybrid Double Cab 4×4, automatic gearbox | $88,279 |
In short, this mid-size pickup offers a good selection with many standard features and package options, like the SR5, TRD and Trailhunter.
Now take a look at the 2026 Toyota Tundra:
| Trim | 2026 Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|
| SR Double Cab 4×2 | $57,392 |
| SR Double Cab 4×2, long Cargo Bed | $57,892 |
| SR Double Cab 4×4 | $60,692 |
| SR CrewMax 4×4 | $62,637 |
| SR5 Double Cab 4×4, long Cargo Bed | $64,862 |
| SR5 CrewMax 4×4, long Cargo Bed | $65,547 |
| Limited CrewMax 4×4 | $75,372 |
| Limited CrewMax 4×4, long Cargo Bed | $75,732 |
| Limited hybrid CrewMax 4×4 | $79,027 |
| Limited hybrid CrewMax 4×4, long Cargo Bed | $79,072 |
| Platinum CrewMax 4×4 | $85,742 |
| Platinum CrewMax, long Cargo Bed | $86,102 |
| Platinum hybrid CrewMax 4×4 | $89,397 |
| Capstone hybrid CrewMax 4×4 | $97,682 |
The full-size Toyota Tundra pickup lets you choose based on your needs and goals. There is something for everyone, including TRD Off-Road and Rally package options, for example.
Whether gas or hybrid, the comparison moves to the 2026 Toyota Tacoma specifications and the 2026 Toyota Tundra specifications, which offer noteworthy characteristics.
Review the data in the table below:
| Specs | 2026 Toyota Tacoma | Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | 2.4 L turbo 4‑cylinder 278 HP / 317 lb-ft (automatic gearbox) |
SR: 3.4 L turbo V6 348 HP / 405 lb-ft Other trims: 3.4 L turbo V6 389 HP / 479 lb-ft |
| Hybrid | 2.4 L turbo 4‑cylinder + electric motor 326 HP / 465 lb-ft |
3.4 L turbo V6 + electric motor 437 HP / 583 lb-ft |
Both pickups are offered as gas or hybrid. The differences are more apparent in power and torque.
Between the Toyota Tacoma and Toyota Tundra, there are gaps in maximum towing and payload capacity.
The Toyota Tacoma can tow up to 6,400 lb., while the Toyota Tundra can tow up to 11,200 lb.
As for maximum payload, it is 1,520 lb. for the Tacoma versus 1,940 lb. for the 2026 Tundra.
With its attractive design, the 2026 Tacoma offers dimensions that vary as follows:
| 5‑foot Cargo Bed | 6‑foot Cargo Bed | |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 3,350 mm | 3,685 mm |
| Length | 5,410 mm | 5,745 mm |
| Width | 1,980 mm | 1,980 mm |
| Height | 1,891 to 1,912 mm | 1,893 to 1,897 mm |
The rugged and solid Tundra pickup also shows differences:
| Double Cab 6.5 ft | Double Cab 8.1 ft | CrewMax 5.5 ft | CrewMax 6.5 ft | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 3,700 mm | 4,180 mm | 3,700 mm | 4,005 mm |
| Length | 5,932 mm | 6,412 mm | 5,932 mm | 6,237 mm |
| Width | 2,030 mm | 2,030 mm | 2,030 mm | 2,030 mm |
| Height | 1,984 to 2,011 mm | 1,960 to 1,971 mm | 1,965 to 1,984 mm | 1,970 to 1,979 mm |
Both pickups offer comfortable seating in the cab, a versatile console, and numerous advanced technologies.
Between the Toyota Tacoma and Tundra, onboard technologies are often similar. Here are a few:
In this Toyota Tundra vs. Tacoma comparison, we can see that both pickups offer TRD trims with notable off-road capabilities. The Tacoma also provides a robust Trailhunter trim that is adventure ready.
Finally, combined fuel consumption appears in the following table:
| Toyota Tacoma | Toyota Tundra | |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | 11.2 L/100 km | 12.0 L/100 km |
| Hybrid | 10.1 L/100 km | 11.7 L/100 km |
Let’s review the key specs of both pickups in the table below:
| Specs | 2026 Tacoma | 2026 Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| Pickup type | Mid-size | Full-size |
| Power / torque | Gas: 278 HP / 317 lb-ft Hybrid: 326 HP / 465 lb-ft |
Gas: 389 HP / 479 lb-ft Hybrid: 437 HP / 583 lb-ft |
| Maximum towing capacity | 6,400 lb. | 11,200 lb. |
| Maximum payload | 1,520 lb. | 1,940 lb. |
| Starting price | $51,847 | $57,392 |
Come test-drive your next pickup at the Toyota dealer in Sherbrooke, near Magog. Take advantage of attractive financing solutions as well as current Toyota special offers. We look forward to seeing you.
