Maximizing Toyota Tacoma MPG: Improve Your Fuel Economy Today

Introducing the 2025 Toyota Tacoma

Whether you're driving through city streets or heading off-road, you want to maximize your Toyota Tacoma MPG rating. This midsize truck is known for its reliability and rugged performance, but which model offers the best Toyota Tacoma fuel economy? With various engine options and configurations available, it's important to choose the right combination to optimize efficiency – which is why our team at McGee Toyota of Epping has put together this guide.

Learn more about the gas trims and hybrid editions of the Tacoma and how to boost your truck's MPG numbers so that you make the most of every drive.

Toyota Tacoma Performance

The new Toyota Tacoma roars into 2025 with two powertrains, giving drivers the choice between a gas-powered turbo engine or a hybrid powertrain. These engines play a crucial role in determining the MPG on a Toyota Tacoma.

First up is the i-FORCE 2.4-liter turbocharged engine that kicks out 278 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque, which can be paired with either an eight-speed automatic transmission or a six-speed manual transmission.

A Tacoma equipped with this powertrain and an eight-speed automatic setup achieves up to an EPA-estimated 20/26 MPG (City/Highway),¹ while the six-speed manual transmission delivers up to an EPA-estimated 18/23 MPG (City/Highway).¹

Next up is the efficient i-FORCE MAX 2.4-liter turbocharged hybrid engine that is only available on five trims:

• TRD Sport i-FORCE MAX
• TRD Off-Road i-FORCE MAX
• Limited i-FORCE MAX
• Trailhunter
• TRD Pro

This powertrain ups the performance with 326 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque and is configured with an eight-speed automatic to deliver up to an EPA-estimated 23/24 (City/Highway).¹

Now let's take a look at which trim or variant delivers the highest Toyota Tacoma fuel efficiency.

Toyota Tacoma MPG by Trim or Hybrid Variant

As you can see, the midsize truck that achieves the highest Toyota Tacoma fuel efficiency is going to be the Limited i-FORCE MAX 4x4 variant with up to an EPA-estimated 23/24/23 MPG (City/Highway/Combined).¹ Coming in second are the remaining models equipped with the i-FORCE MAX 2.4-liter turbocharged hybrid engine.

These hybrid Toyota pickup trucks are only available with:

• A Double Cab
• A 5-foot bed
• A four-wheel drive configuration

The exception is the Trailhunter, which offers an optional 6-foot bed. However, regardless of which bed size you choose, the Trailhunter will achieve the same Toyota Tacoma fuel mileage.

The trims powered by the i-FORCE 2.4-liter turbocharged engine offer a lower gas mileage rating but allow for more customization with multiple cab styles, bed sizes, and drivetrains. The model that achieves the highest gas mileage is the SR5, with up to an EPA-estimated 21/26/23 MPG (City/Highway/Combined)¹ when configured with rear-wheel drive.

The SR5 4x2 can be configured as a Double Cab or Xtra Cab with either a 6-foot or 5-foot box, but this doesn't affect its gas mileage unless you opt for four-wheel drive, in which case you'll see a drop in its fuel economy numbers.

The models that have the highest Toyota Tacoma fuel consumption are going to be the SR, TRD Sport, and TRD Off-Road when configured with the four-wheel drive and equipped with the six-speed manual transmission.

Toyota Tacoma MPG by Year

Over the years, Toyota has refined the performance of the Tacoma collection. A huge step forward was the introduction of the i-FORCE MAX 2.4-liter hybrid powertrain in 2024. See below how the MPG has evolved over the years.

Best Practices for Maximizing Tacoma MPG

To get the best fuel efficiency from your Tacoma, our team recommends adopting smooth driving habits such as gradual acceleration, utilizing cruise control on the highway, avoiding sudden braking, and removing unnecessary cargo and accessories.

Other tips include maintaining proper tire pressure, using the right fuel type, and keeping up with regular maintenance such as oil changes, air filter replacements, and engine tune-ups.

To learn more about your Tacoma gas mileage or our current Toyota Tacoma deals, we invite you to our dealership today to dive deeper into the details.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MPG on the Toyota Tacoma?

The MPG on a Toyota Tacoma is determined by several factors, including engine, drivetrain, transmission, and trim. It can achieve up to an EPA-estimated 23/24 MPG (City/Highway)¹ with the hybrid powertrain under the hood and up to an EPA-estimated 21/26 MPG (City/Highway)¹ when equipped with the i-FORCE MAX 2.4-liter gas engine along with the automatic transmission.

Does the Toyota Tacoma get good gas mileage?

The gas mileage rating on the Toyota Tacoma is considered good for its classification as a midsize truck with a balance of power and efficiency. This is a result of the i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain that was introduced for the 2024 model and continues to be an option in the 2025 lineup. This engine can produce up to an EPA-estimated 23/24 MPG (City/Highway).¹

Which Tacoma trim is the most fuel-efficient?

The gas-powered Tacoma trim that achieves the highest fuel economy rating is the SR5, configured with rear-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission, delivering an EPA-estimated 21/26 MPG (City/Highway).¹ Opting for the hybrid Limited i-FORCE MAX Double Cab 4WD with a 5-foot box size gives you even greater fuel efficiency with up to 23/24 MPG (City/Highway).¹

¹EPA-estimated 20 city/26 highway/23 combined mpg rating for 2025 Tacoma SR 4x2 2.4L i-FORCE automatic; EPA-estimated 19 city/24 highway/21 combined mpg rating for 2025 Tacoma SR, SR5 4x4 2.4L i-FORCE automatic; EPA-estimated 18 city/23 highway/20 combined mpg rating for 2025 Tacoma SR 4x2, TRD Sport 4x2, TRD Off-Road 4x4 2.4L i-FORCE manual; EPA-estimated 21 city/26 highway/23 combined mpg rating for 2025 Tacoma SR5 4x2 2.4L i-FORCE automatic; EPA-estimated 20 city/24 highway/22 combined mpg rating for 2025 Tacoma TRD PreRunner, TRD Sport 4x2 2.4L i-FORCE automatic; EPA-estimated 19 city/23 highway/21 combined mpg rating for 2025 Tacoma TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road 4x4 2.4L i-FORCE automatic; EPA-estimated 19 city/23 highway/21 combined mpg rating for 2025 Tacoma TRD Off-Road 4x4 2.4L i-FORCE automatic; EPA-estimated 20 city/23 highway/21 combined mpg rating for 2025 Tacoma Limited 4x4 2.4L i-FORCE automatic. Projected EPA-estimated 22 city/24 highway/23 combined mpg rating for 2025 Tacoma TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, Trailhunter, TRD Pro 4x4 2.4L i-FORCE MAX automatic as determined by manufacturer; projected EPA-estimated 23 city/24 highway/23 combined mpg rating for 2025 Tacoma Limited 4x4 2.4L i-FORCE MAX automatic as determined by manufacturer. EPA estimates available only for models as noted at time of posting. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle’s condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.

²Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle's condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.