2017 Toyota Tacoma

The 2017 Toyota Tacoma at Bill Estes Toyota in Indianapolis, IN, gives truck shoppers a clear look at a midsize pickup offered in six distinct trims. This page covers the Tacoma’s pricing, powertrain, fuel economy, towing range, dimensions, body styles, and drivetrain choices, along with a comparison to the 2017 Toyota Tundra. Shoppers can review new Toyota options, explore current inventory online, and connect with the team at 3232 Harper Road for help comparing configurations. Bill Estes Toyota serves the Greater Indianapolis metro area, including Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville, Westfield, Lawrence, Zionsville, and Brownsburg.

Starting MSRP

$26,185

Horsepower

278 hp

EPA MPG

18–19 city / 23–24 hwy

Max Towing

3,500–6,700 lbs

Seating

5 seats

Drivetrain

Rear Wheel Drive / Four Wheel Drive

Fuel

Regular Unleaded

Body Style

Access Cab / Double Cab

How the Tacoma Compares With Toyota’s Lineup

Pricing, power, fuel economy, towing capacity, drivetrain, and fuel type create meaningful differences between Toyota trucks. The 2017 Tacoma starts at $26,185 MSRP; MSRP excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees.

Compared with the 2017 Toyota Tundra, the Tacoma has a lower starting MSRP of $26,185 versus $31,390, 278 hp versus 381 hp, EPA fuel economy of 18 to 19 city and 23 to 24 highway versus 13 city and 17–18 highway, and maximum towing of 3,500 to 6,700 lbs versus 9,700–10,100 lbs. The Tacoma suits buyers seeking a midsize truck with stronger stated fuel economy, while the Tundra favors shoppers who need higher towing capacity and more horsepower; the Tundra also offers Flex-Fuel (Unleaded/E85) / Regular Unleaded, compared with the Tacoma’s regular unleaded fuel.

Specifications and Configuration

The 2017 Toyota Tacoma seats five and uses a 3.5 L V6 engine with 3,456 cc of displacement, 278 hp, and 265 lb-ft of torque. Peak power arrives at 6,000 rpm, while peak torque arrives at 4,600 rpm. A six-speed automatic transmission and regular unleaded fuel are standard across the model information.

Across the six trims, city fuel economy ranges from 18 to 19 MPG and highway fuel economy ranges from 23 to 24 MPG. Maximum towing ranges from 3,500 to 6,700 lbs, while curb weight ranges from 3,980 to 4,425 lbs. The Tacoma is offered with rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive in Access Cab and Double Cab body styles.

Exterior dimensions include a length of 212.3 inches, width ranging from 74.4 to 75.2 inches, height ranging from 70.6 to 71.6 inches, and a 127.4-inch wheelbase. Fuel capacity is 21.1 gallons.

Buying a 2017 Toyota Tacoma in Indianapolis

Bill Estes Toyota is located at 3232 Harper Road, Indianapolis, IN 46240, serving truck shoppers throughout Central Indiana and the Greater Indianapolis metro area. The dealership receives vehicles on a rolling basis, so the most current way to review Toyota options is to search inventory.

For assistance with a trade, use the online trade appraisal process. Bill Estes Toyota also provides Toyota service with factory-trained technicians, genuine OEM parts, tire sales, alignments, battery testing, brake repairs, and synthetic oil changes. The dealership can be reached at (317) 434-6990.

What to Weigh Before Buying

Trim selection changes the Tacoma’s starting MSRP, fuel economy, body style, drivetrain, and towing capacity. The SR starts at $26,185 and pairs rear-wheel drive with an Access Cab, 19 city MPG, 24 highway MPG, and 3,500 lbs of maximum towing. At the other end, the TRD PRO starts at $43,215 and pairs four-wheel drive with a Double Cab, 18 city MPG, 23 highway MPG, and 6,400 lbs of maximum towing.

Buyers should also consider how the Tacoma’s midsize dimensions and five-seat layout fit their daily driving needs. The 2017 Tundra provides more horsepower and towing capacity, while the Tacoma offers a lower starting MSRP and higher stated fuel-economy figures in the comparison.