PLANO, Texas, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- When it comes to
true off-road performance, taking the trail less traveled isn't
suited for amateurs. That's where TRD Pro comes in. From the
beginning, TRD Pro vehicles were designed to take off-road
performance to the next level using parts designed and tested by
the Toyota Racing Development team. The Tacoma TRD Pro is taking
the next step in its evolution.
Higher Expectations
For the 2022 Tacoma TRD Pro, off-road performance goes up a notch –
literally! The next-generation Tacoma TRD Pro will employ TRD-tuned
Fox internal bypass shocks designed to deliver exceptional on- and
off-road performance, but the crucial suspension change will be a
taller suspension lift - 1.5 inches up front and 0.5 inches at the
rear.
The increased suspension lift will provide adventurers with even
more off-road capability for exploring the great outdoors, as it
equates to real-world improvements for trail and obstacle clearance
thanks to its 36.4-degree approach angle, 24.7-degree departure
angle, and its 26.6-degree breakover angle – all of which improve
upon the previous-generation TRD Pro.
Complementing the increased front lift is new TRD-engineered
upper control arms. Featuring machine-forged aluminum construction
for added strength, the new TRD upper control arms allow the FOX
shocks to make use of the additional rebound stroke afforded by the
lift by adjusting the angle of the ball-joint mount.
New black TRD wheels are equipped on Tacoma TRD Pro, offering a
wider track width than stock and fitted with new Goodyear Territory
all-terrain tires that feature an aggressive sidewall design.
Looks That Thrill
The new Tacoma TRD Pro gets plenty of hardware to help enhance
performance, but in the looks department it gets some significant
changes as well. For starters, the new exclusive TRD Pro color,
Electric Lime Metallic, is added to the mix of Super White,
Magnetic Gray Metallic and Midnight Black Metallic for the 2022
model year.
Tacoma TRD Pro will still greet the world with a
heritage-inspired front grille with color-keyed surround. Available
new hood graphics complement the blacked-out hood scoop. TRD Pro
will also feature a color-keyed rear bumper, door handles and power
outside mirrors with turn signal indicators, while black
overfenders will marry the dual-color styling theme.
Arguably the most eye-catching change is the new TRD Pro
stamping on the rear quarter panel of the truck that provides a
little more breathing room between "TRD" and "Pro." Badging is
updated from the previous model year, as the TRD pro door badge is
removed and a "Tacoma" badge is added to the front door. All badges
will still be finished in black.
Ready to Explore
Based on the Tacoma TRD Off-Road 4x4
Double Cab short-bed model, the TRD Pro is still available with the
fan-favorite 6-speed manual transmission or the ever-popular
6-speed automatic. Ready to tackle trails at any time, the Tacoma
TRD Pro is fitted with FOX 2.5-inch internal bypass shocks tuned by
TRD engineers. A TRD Pro aluminum front skid plate with red TRD
lettering provides additional trail protection. Unique LED
headlights with sequential turn signals featuring TRD Pro inserts
are equipped, while Rigid Industries LED fog lights help illuminate
the road and trails ahead.
A TRD-tuned cat-back exhaust provides some additional growl from
the standard 3.5-liter V6 engine. The V6 employs Toyota's
innovative VVT-iW technology and Atkinson-cycle combustion to
maximize efficiency. Toyota's D-4S fuel injection system
incorporates both direct injection and port injectors. The output
is an impressive 278 horsepower and 265 lb-ft of peak torque.
TRD Pro models come equipped with Multi Terrain Monitor, which
allows the driver to check the immediate surroundings for potential
obstacles by simply pressing a button to display front-, rear- and
side-camera views on the 8-inch multimedia touchscreen. Speaking of
which, the 8-inch multimedia touchscreen display is Apple CarPlay,
Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa compatible.
The instrument panel integrates a 4.2-inch color
Multi-Information Display with an inclinometer and tilt gauge, plus
displays for outside temperature, odometer, trip meters, and fuel
economy estimate averages.
Inside, the TRD theme continues with black leather-trimmed
heated front seats (featuring TRD Pro logos on the headrests), TRD
shift knob, and TRD Pro all-weather floor mats. The driver also
gets a 10-way power adjustable seat. A power moonroof comes
standard, and JBL Premium Audio is included on automatic
transmission models.
Safety Still Standard
TRD engineers worked hard to
ensure the standard safety equipment works seamlessly in
conjunction with the new TRD Pro upgrades. Toyota Safety Sense-P
includes Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, High-Speed
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert, and Automatic
High Beams.
The Tacoma also touts the Star Safety System, which includes
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock
Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD),
Brake Assist (BA), and Smart Stop brake override technology
(SST). Every Tacoma has the driver and front passenger
Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger knee airbags,
and front and rear Roll-sensing Side Curtain Airbags. Active head
restraints for the Tacoma's front seats are designed to move up and
slightly forward during a rear-end collision to help reduce the
risk of whiplash. Additional standard safety features include a
Tire Pressure Monitor System (with individual tire location alert
on most grades).
A North American Story
CALTY Design Research, Toyota's
American design studio in Newport Beach,
Calif., and Ann Arbor,
Mich., helped give the Tacoma an unmistakably athletic and
stylish identity. The Toyota engineering team at Toyota Technical
Center in Ann Arbor takes great
pride in the role it played helping to develop the current
generation Tacoma pickup. The Tacoma is assembled at Toyota Motor
Manufacturing, Baja California
(TMMBC), in Baja California,
Mexico.
Limited Warranty and ToyotaCare
Toyota's 36-month/36,000 mile basic new-vehicle warranty applies to
all components other than normal wear and maintenance
items. Additional 60-month warranties cover the powertrain for
60,000 miles and corrosion with no mileage limitation. The
2022 Tacoma also comes with ToyotaCare, a plan covering normal
factory-scheduled maintenance for 2 years or 25,000 miles,
whichever comes first, and 24-hour roadside assistance for two
years, unlimited mileage.
For additional upcoming Toyota product news, check out the
Toyota New Product Showcase page.
About Toyota
Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S.
and North America for more than 60
years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation
mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands. During that
time, Toyota has created a tremendous value chain as our teams have
contributed to world-class design, engineering, and assembly of
more than 38 million cars and trucks in North America, where we have 14 manufacturing
plants, 15 including our joint venture in Alabama (10 in the U.S.), and directly employ
more than 47,000 people (over 36,000 in the U.S.). Our 1,800
North American dealerships (nearly 1,500 in the U.S.) sold 2.8
million cars and trucks (2.4 million in the U.S.) in 2018.
Through the Start Your Impossible campaign, Toyota highlights
the way it partners with community, civic, academic and
governmental organizations to address our society's most pressing
mobility challenges. We believe that when people are free to move,
anything is possible. For more information about Toyota,
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