Head-to-Head Comparison: 2026 Toyota Tacoma vs. Chevrolet Colorado
The 2026 Toyota Tacoma goes head-to-head with the Chevrolet Colorado, who takes the title of the better mid-sized truck?
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Key Features |
Tacoma |
Colorado |
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Aluminum-reinforced composite bed |
Standard* |
Not Available |
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Multi-link rear coil spring rear suspension |
Available* |
Not Available |
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Long bed |
Available* |
Not Available |
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LED headlights |
Standard* |
Available |
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Deck rail system |
Standard* |
Available |
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60/40 split, folding rear seats |
Standard |
Standard |
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Rear under-seat storage |
Standard* |
Not Available |
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Rear behind-seat storage |
Standard* |
Not Available |
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Premium audio system |
Available* |
Not Available |
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Portable Bluetooth speaker |
Available* |
Not Available |
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Quick Specs |
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Powertrain |
2.4L turbo 4-cyl. Engine; 8-speed automatic transmission |
2.7L turbo 4-cyl. Engine; 8-speed automatic transmission |
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Horsepower (hp) |
278 @ 6,000 rpm |
310 @ 5,600 rpm |
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Torque (lb.-ft.) |
317 @ 1,700 rpm |
430 @3,000 rpm |
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Rear suspension type |
Leaf spring (XtraCab models)* Multi-link rear coil spring (Crew cab models)* |
Two-stage multi-leaf spring |
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Cab options |
XtraCab & Crew Cab* |
Crew Cab only |
| Bed length |
Short or long bed* |
Short bed only |
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EPA-est. MPG rating (city/highway/combined) |
19/24/21* |
17/22/19 |
| Ground clearance (in.) |
10.3* |
7.9 |
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Max payload (lb.) |
1,505 |
2,046 |
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Towing capacity (lb.) |
6,400 |
7,700 |
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Active safety suite |
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 (TSS 3.0) |
Chevy Safety Assist |
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Audio Multimedia |
8-in touchscreen; wireless Apple Carplay & wireless Android Auto compatibility |
11.3-in. touchscreen; wireless Apple Carplay & wireless Android Auto Compatibility |
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Maintenance Plan |
2 years/25,000 miles* |
1 year/1 visit |
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Roadside Assistance |
2 years/Unlimited miles (ToyotaCare) 10 years (Enhanced Roadside Assistance via Safety Connect)* |
5 years/60,000 miles |
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Awards |
2026 KBB Best Buy- Midsize Truck* 2026 KBB Best Resale Value- Midsize Truck* 2024 IIHS Top Safety Pick* |
2026 NHTSA 4-star overall safety rating
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Connected Services |
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Safety Connect |
Safety Connect 5-year trial subscription |
OnStar Basics with 8-year trial including automatic crash response Available OnStar services |
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Wi-Fi Connect |
Wi-Fi Connect 30-day or up to 3GB trial |
Available OnStar One Wi-Fi hotspot |
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Remote Connect |
Available Drive Connect |
OnStar Basics with 8-year trial; includes navigation and voice assistance Available OnStar services |
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KBB 5-Year Cost to Own |
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Fuel |
$12,492* | $13,932 |
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Maintenance |
$5,502 |
$5,246* |
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Repairs |
$1,693* |
$1,758 |
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5-Year Depreciation |
$14,593* |
$18,602 |
| 5-year Cost to Own | $59,639* |
$64,926 |
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