Trail Special Edition 4X4
What the Trail Special Edition adds over the SR
| Spec | SR | Trail Special Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4075 lbs | 4550 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3915 lbs | 4340 lbs |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 2694 cc | 3456 cc |
| Fuel injection system | EFI | EFI D-4S |
| Horsepower | 159 hp | 278 hp |
| Torque | 180 lb-ft | 265 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.7-liter inline 4-cylinder, DOHC 16-valve cast iron block with aluminum alloy head with VVT-i | 3.5-liter V6 D-4S Injection Atkinson Cycle Engine with VVT-iW and VVT-i |
| MPG (city) | 20 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 21 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 23 mpg | 20 mpg |
| Payload capacity | 1685 lbs | 1135 lbs |
| Tire size | P245/75R16 | P265/70R16 |
| Transmission type | automatic | manual |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 20.3 ft | 20.4 ft |
| Wheel material | steel | alloy |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 120V/400-watt deck-mounted AC Power Outlet, 16-inch bronze-colored wheels with P265/70R16 all-terrain tires, Audio – includes 6 speakers, 8.0-in. touchscreen, Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay® & Amazon Alexa compatible, hands-free phone capability, advanced voice recognition and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, SiriusXM® with 3-month All Access trial, Auto-dimming Day/Night rearview mirror, Black fabric-trimmed seats with tan stitching, 10-way adjustable driver's seat including 2-way power lumbar support, 4-way adjustable front passenger seat, Color keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal indicators, Heritage-inspired "TOYOTA" front grille with bronze-colored lettering, black badging and color-keyed power outside mirrors, door handles and rear bumper, Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel, Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio and Bluetooth® hands-free phone controls, Outside mirrors with turn signal indicators, Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) with Camera, Projector beam headlights with turn Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and integrated fog lights, Rear Parking assist sonar, Remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock, and panic functions, Smart Key System on front driver and passenger doors with Push Button Start, TRD Pro front skid plate
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 273.1 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 254 mm |
| Rear brake type | drum |
| Parking brake type | manual lever |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Safety Connect |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 12 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 9.4 in |
| Overall height | 70.6 in |
| Overall length | 212.3 in |
| Overall width | 74.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 127.4 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 3456 cc |
| Fuel injection system | EFI D-4S |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.5-liter V6 D-4S Injection Atkinson Cycle Engine with VVT-iW and VVT-i |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 278 hp |
| Torque | 265 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 17 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 18 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 20 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 21.1 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.7 in |
| Third-row headroom | 38.3 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.9 in |
| Third-row legroom | 32.6 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 58.3 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 58.9 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack-and-pinion power steering |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 20.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Coil spring double wishbone with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Leaf spring with staggered outboard-mounted gas shocks |
Tires
| Tire size | P265/70R16 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 4.3 |
| Transmission speeds | 6 |
| Transmission type | manual |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4550 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4340 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5600 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 1135 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 16 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety22 std · 1 opt
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (Toyota Safety Sense P)
- Driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System
- Driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags
- Front and rear side curtain airbags
- Lane Departure Alert
- Rear Parking assist sonar
- Trailer-Sway Control (TSC) (V6 Only)
- 3-point seatbelts for all seating positions
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
- Automatic High Beams
- Driver and front passenger active headrests
- Driver and front passenger knee airbags
- High-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) – Automatic transmissions only
- LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children)
- Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) with Camera
- Rear Seat Occupant Reminder
- Side-impact door beams
- Traction Control (TRAC)
- Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
- Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) optional
- Engine Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
Infotainment5 std · 1 opt
- Wi-Fi Connect with up to 2 GB within 3-month trial
- Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio and Bluetooth® hands-free phone controls
- 3 USB Ports: 1 USB Media Port, 2 USB Charge Ports
- Audio – includes 6 speakers, 8.0-in. touchscreen, Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay® & Amazon Alexa compatible, hands-free phone capability, advanced voice recognition and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, SiriusXM® with 3-month All Access trial
- Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
- Premium Audio, Dynamic Navigation – includes 6 speakers, 8.0-in. touch-screen, HD Radio™, Dynamic Navigation with 3-year trial, Dynamic POI Search, Dynamic Voice Recognition, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay® & Amazon Alexa compatible, SiriusXM® with 3-month All Access trial (Safety Connect® with 1-year trial, Wi-Fi Connect with up to 2 GB within 3-month trial, Destination Assist Connect with 1-year trial) optional
Convenience4 std · 0 opt
- Smart Key System on front driver and passenger doors with Push Button Start
- 120V/400-watt deck-mounted AC Power Outlet
- Power windows and door locks
- Remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock, and panic functions
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- Air conditioning
- Front Dual Zone Climate Control with air filter and individual temperature setting for driver and front passenger
Seating1 std · 0 opt
- Black fabric-trimmed seats with tan stitching, 10-way adjustable driver's seat including 2-way power lumbar support, 4-way adjustable front passenger seat
Interior3 std · 0 opt
- Auto-dimming Day/Night rearview mirror
- Analog instrumentation with speedometer, tachometer, coolant temperature, and fuel gauges; 4.2-inch color multi-information display (MID) with outside temperature, odometer, trip meters and average fuel economy
- Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel
Exterior9 std · 1 opt
- 16-inch bronze-colored wheels with P265/70R16 all-terrain tires
- Color keyed heated power outside mirrors with turn signal indicators
- Heritage-inspired "TOYOTA" front grille with bronze-colored lettering, black badging and color-keyed power outside mirrors, door handles and rear bumper
- Integrated color-keyed tailgate spoiler
- Intermittent variable windshield wipers with Mist Wind Shield Control
- Outside mirrors with turn signal indicators
- Projector beam headlights with turn Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and integrated fog lights
- Skid plates engine/front suspension
- TRD Pro front skid plate
- Front and rear mudguards optional
Powertrain1 std · 0 opt
- Automatic Limited Slip Differential (Auto LSD)
Chassis2 std · 0 opt
- Coil spring double wishbone front suspension
- Rear leaf spring suspension with staggered outboard-mounted gas shocks
Cargo3 std · 1 opt
- Class IV Towing Receiver Hitch, ATF Cooler, Engine Oil Cooler, Power Steering Cooler, 130-Amp Alternator, 4 & 7-Pin Connector w/Converter, and Trailer-Sway Control (TSC) (V6 Only)
- Deck rail system with four adjustable tie-down cleats and four fixed cargo bed tie-down points
- Fiber-reinforced Sheet-Molded Composite (SMC) inner bed with steel outer panels, storage compartments, rail caps with easy lower, lockable and removable tailgate
- Hard Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover, lockable, water resistant, and folds to the cab for bed access optional
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Common questions about the Trail Special Edition
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2023 Toyota Tacoma Trail Special Edition add over the SR?
Against the SR, 16 features become standard that the SR does not and 16 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.