Toyota Tacoma III Access Cab 3.5 V6 (278 hp) 4WD

Gasoline engine with 278 hp (204 kW) and 266 lb-ft (360 Nm), built 2015–present, pickup body, all-wheel drive (4x4). It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

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Power278 hp (204 kW)
Torque266 lb-ft (360 Nm)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version3.5 V6 (278 hp) 4WD
Engine code2GR-FKS
Displacement3.5 L (3,456 cm³)
Cylinders6
Cylinder layoutV-engine
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC-VVT-i
Fuel systemDirect injection
Compression ratio11-8
Bore94 mm
Stroke83.1 mm

Performance

Power278 hp (204 kW) @ 6000 rpm
Torque266 lb-ft (360 Nm) @ 4600 rpm

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City17 mpg (13.8 l/100 km)
Highway19 mpg (12.4 l/100 km)
Fuel tank20.9 gal (79 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body stylePickup
Doors4
Length212.3 in (5,392 mm)
Width74.4 in (1,890 mm)
Height70.6 in (1,793 mm)
Curb weight4,325 lb (1,962 kg)
Gross vehicle weight5,600 lb (2,540 kg)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
Gears6
Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson strut, stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionIndependent, coil spring
Tires245/75 R16; 265/70 R16; 265/65 R17; 265/60 R18
WheelsR16; R17; R18
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Toyota Tacoma with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • All-wheel drive needs fresh fluid in the differentials and the coupling: ask for the service records.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Toyota Tacoma III Access Cab engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
2.7 (159 hp) 4WDGasoline159 hp (117 kW)
2.7 (159 hp) 4WD AutomaticGasoline159 hp (117 kW)
2.7 (159 hp) AutomaticGasoline159 hp (117 kW)
3.5 V6 (278 hp) 4WD AutomaticGasoline278 hp (204 kW)
3.5 V6 (278 hp) AutomaticGasoline278 hp (204 kW)

← All Toyota Tacoma III Access Cab engines

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