2027 Tacoma and 2027 Tundra in Pensacola
2027 Toyota Tacoma and Tundra: What’s New for Pensacola Drivers
Toyota’s truck lineup heads into 2027 with two very different approaches to pickup capability. The midsize 2027 Toyota Tacoma returns with no major changes, while the full-size 2027 Toyota Tundra gets a revised front fascia and adds the off-road-focused Trailhunter.
At Bob Tyler Toyota in Pensacola, FL, truck shoppers can look ahead to two pickups built for different combinations of daily driving, towing, hauling, and off-road travel. Here’s what separates them and what changes for 2027.
What’s New for the 2027 Toyota Tacoma?
The Tacoma was recently redesigned, so it rolls into 2027 unchanged. Buyers can still choose between XtraCab and Double Cab configurations, rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive, and automatic or manual transmissions, depending on the configuration.
Every nonhybrid Tacoma uses a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. Key powertrain specifications include:
- 228 horsepower in the SR
- Up to 278 horsepower with the higher-output i-FORCE engine
- Up to 317 lb-ft of torque
- Eight-speed automatic transmission available
- Six-speed manual transmission available
Pairing the higher-output engine with the manual transmission changes output to 270 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. The available i-FORCE MAX hybrid delivers considerably more, producing 326 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque.
2027 Toyota Tacoma Towing and Truck Capability
The Tacoma’s midsize dimensions provide pickup capability without forcing drivers into a full-size truck. Properly configured nonhybrid models can tow up to 6,500 pounds and carry up to 1,705 pounds of payload. Hybrid models are rated to tow up to 6,000 pounds and carry up to 1,710 pounds. Suspension design varies by configuration. The SR, SR5 XtraCab, and TRD PreRunner use rear leaf springs, while other configurations use rear coil springs. XtraCab models pair with a six-foot bed. Double Cab models offer five-foot and six-foot bed choices.
2027 Toyota Tacoma Technology and Interior
Toyota combines traditional physical controls with large digital displays inside the Tacoma. Most configurations have a 7-inch digital gauge cluster, while TRD Off-Road and higher trims receive a 12.3-inch digital unit.
Technology highlights include:
- Standard 8-inch touchscreen
- Available 14-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay®
- Wireless Android Auto™
- Available 10-speaker JBL® audio system
An available wireless charging pad and household-style power outlets add everyday utility, while the Limited includes a head-up display.
What’s New for the 2027 Toyota Tundra?
The 2027 Toyota Tundra gets the more noticeable changes of the two trucks. Every Tundra receives a revised front fascia, and a new Tundra Trailhunter joins the lineup. The Trailhunter adds equipment aimed at off-road driving, including 265/70R Michelin LTX Trail tires mounted on bronze-colored 18-inch wheels, an upgraded Old Man Emu suspension, and a locking rear differential. Front recovery hooks, additional underbody skid plates, Multi-Terrain Select, and Crawl Control add to the Trailhunter’s trail-focused equipment.
2027 Toyota Tundra Power and Towing
Nonhybrid Tundra models use a twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter V6 paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. The SR produces 348 horsepower, while other nonhybrid configurations increase output to 389 horsepower. The available i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain raises output to 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque. Properly equipped, the Tundra can tow up to 12,000 pounds and carry a maximum payload of 1,940 pounds. Those figures give it a clear advantage over the Tacoma when heavier trailers and loads are part of the plan.
2027 Toyota Tundra Interior and Technology
The Tundra’s full-size footprint provides a spacious cabin, with two cab sizes and multiple bed configurations available.
Key technology and utility features include:
- Standard 14-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
- Available JBL® audio
- Available wireless charging
- Up to five USB ports
Higher trims also offer a 120-volt AC outlet. Bed choices include 6.5-foot and eight-foot lengths, with 48.7 inches of width between the wheel wells.
2027 Toyota Tacoma vs Toyota Tundra
Choosing between these 2027 Toyota trucks starts with deciding how much truck you need. The Tacoma is the smaller choice, with available manual shifting, multiple configurations, and up to 6,500 pounds of towing capacity in nonhybrid form. Its available hybrid also produces 465 lb-ft of torque.
The Tundra answers with full-size dimensions, up to 12,000 pounds of towing capacity, and considerably higher available hybrid output. The new Trailhunter also expands its off-road choices for 2027. For easier maneuverability and midsize proportions, the Tacoma has the advantage. For heavier towing, greater hauling capability, and full-size truck space, the Tundra is the stronger fit.
Explore 2027 Toyota Trucks at Bob Tyler Toyota
The 2027 Tacoma and Tundra cover a wide range of truck needs, from commuting and weekend trail driving to towing and hauling.
Visit Bob Tyler Toyota in Pensacola, FL, to learn more about the 2027 Toyota Tacoma and Toyota Tundra, compare available Toyota trucks, discuss financing or trade-in options, and take a test drive when the models and configurations you want become available.
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