2008 Toyota Tacoma Specifications

Specifications

2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Front Wheel
Production Years for Series :	2005 - 2015
Price :	MSRP: $14,280-26,115 Invoice: $13,235-23,670
Weight :	3140 lbs \| 1424.28 kg

Performance

Coefficient of Drag :	0.357

Engine & Transmission

Inline 4 \| VVT-i
Displacement :	2700 cc \| 164.8 cu in. \| 2.7 L.
Power :	159 HP (117.024 KW) @ 5200 RPM
Torque :	180 Ft-Lbs (244 NM) @ 3800 RPM
Bore :	3.7 in \| 95 mm.
Stroke :	3.7 in \| 95 mm.
Compression :	9/6:1
Valvetrain :	16 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
Cylinder Block :	Cast-iron
Cylinder Head :	Aluminum Alloy
Electronically fuel injected
Ignition system :	DIS

V 6
Displacement :	4000 cc \| 244.1 cu in. \| 4.0 L.
Power :	236 HP (173.696 KW) @ 5200 RPM
Torque :	266 Ft-Lbs (361 NM) @ 3800 RPM
Bore :	3.7 in \| 94 mm.
Stroke :	3.7 in \| 95 mm.
Compression :	10.0:1
Valvetrain :	24 DOHC (4.0 valves per cylinder)
Construction :	Aluminum Alloy block and head
Sequential Multi-Point Electronic Fuel Injection
Ignition system :	Toyota Direct Ignition

Gear Ratios

1st Gear :	3.95
2nd Gear :	2.06
3rd Gear :	1.44
4th Gear :	1.00
5th Gear :	0.81

Production Figures

Total 2008 Tacoma production :	144,655
2008 Toyota Tacoma

Handling

Recall

Component	EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Manufacturer	GULF STATES TOYOTA, INC.
NHTSA Campaign ID	10V035000
Summary	GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, 'TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS.' THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
Consequence	THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.
Remedy	DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GULF STATES TOYOTA AT 713-580-3300.
Notes	OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO

Component	TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Manufacturer	TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
NHTSA Campaign ID	11V148000
Summary	TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2011 FJ CRUISER, LAND CRUISER, TACOMA, SEQUOIA AND TUNDRA VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 138, 'TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS).' WHEN FACTORY-INSTALLED WHEELS AND TIRES WERE REPLACED WITH TOYOTA AUTHORIZED ACCESSORY WHEELS AND LT TIRES PRIOR TO FIRST SALE, THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS WERE NOT RE-CALIBRATED CORRECTLY AND THEREFORE DO NOT START ILLUMINATING THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING TELLTALE AT THE REQUIRED MINIMUM ACTIVATION PRESSURE.
Consequence	FAILURE TO WARN OF TIRE DEFLATIONS IS A NON-COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 138 AND COULD LEAD TO TIRE FAILURE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy	FOR THE LAND CRUISER, SEQUOIA, TACOMA AND TUNDRA VEHICLES, THE DEALER WILL RE-CALIBRATE THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM ON AFFECTED VEHICLES AND INSTALL AN UPDATED TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL AT NO CHARGE. FOR THE FJ CRUISER VEHICLES, THE TPMS CANNOT BE RESET SO THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) FOR THE TPMS WILL BE REPLACED. TOYOTA IS CURRENTLY DEVELOPING THE REMEDY ECU. IF AN OWNER IS NOT CERTAIN WHETHER HIS OR HER VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH THESE ACCESSORIES, PLEASE CONTACT ANY TOYOTA DEALER FOR AN INSPECTION AT NO CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Notes	OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO

Component	EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Manufacturer	SOUTHEAST TOYOTA DISTRIBUTORS, LLC
NHTSA Campaign ID	10V036000
Summary	SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, 'TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS.' THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
Consequence	A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy	DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.
Notes	OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO

Component	VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Manufacturer	TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
NHTSA Campaign ID	09V388000
Summary	TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL CAN GET STUCK IN THE WIDE OPEN POSITION DUE TO ITS BEING TRAPPED BY AN UNSECURED OR INCOMPATIBLE DRIVER'S FLOOR MAT.
Consequence	A STUCK OPEN ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY RESULT IN VERY HIGH VEHICLE SPEEDS AND MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO STOP THE VEHICLE, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Remedy	TOYOTA FILED AN AMENDED DEFECT REPORT ON NOVEMBER 25, 2009, STATING THAT DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND, ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, ALTER THE SHAPE OF THE FLOOR SURFACE UNDER THE PEDAL. THESE CHANGES ADDRESS THE RISK OF PEDAL ENTRAPMENT DUE TO INTERFERENCE WITH THE FLOOR MAT. REDESIGNED ACCELERATOR PEDALS WILL BECOME AVAILABLE BEGINNING IN APRIL 2010 AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY MODIFIED PEDAL WITH THE NEW PEDAL IF DESIRED. ALSO, DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY GENUINE TOYOTA OR LEXUS ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS WITH REDESIGNED ALL-WEATHER MATS, OR REPURCHASE THE PREVIOUS MATS FROM OWNERS WHO DO NOT WANT THE NEW ONES. ADDITIONALLY, SOFTWARE MODIFICATIONS WILL BE INSTALLED ON CAMRY, AVALON AND LEXUS ES 350, IS 350 AND IS 250 MODELS THAT WILL ENSURE THAT THE BRAKE OVERRIDES THE ACCELERATOR IN THE EVENT BOTH BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS ARE APPLIED. TOYOTA WILL BEGIN MAILING LETTERS TO OWNERS ON DECEMBER 31, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331, LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
Notes	TOYOTA RECALL NO. 90L/90LG.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO

Component	SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Manufacturer	Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC
Mfr Report Date	19871205
NHTSA Campaign ID	16V396000
Summary	Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.
Consequence	If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy	SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component	SEAT BELTS
Manufacturer	Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Mfr Report Date	20040914
NHTSA Campaign ID	13V337000
Summary	Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Tacoma Access Cab vehicles manufactured September 14, 2004, through March 29, 2010; and model year 2011 Tacoma Access Cab vehicles manufactured July 1, 2010, through September 7, 2011. If the access doors are repeatedly and forcefully closed, the screws that attach the seat belt pre-tensioner to the seat belt retractor can loosen over time. If the screws loosen completely, the seat belt pre-tensioner and the retractor spring cover could detach from the seat belt retractor.
Consequence	If the seat belt pre-tensioner detaches from the seat belt assembly, the seat belt pre-tensioner will not perform as designed, increasing the risk of injury in a severe crash.
Remedy	Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt assemblies. Based on the inspection, the seat belt assembly will be replaced or new pre-tensioner screws will be installed with thread-locking sealant and a retractor spring cover with stopper ribs to prevent loosening of the screws. These services will be provided at no cost to the owner. The recall began during February 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component	AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Manufacturer	Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Mfr Report Date	20040914
NHTSA Campaign ID	12V092000
Summary	TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2009 TACOMA VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 14, 2004, THROUGH AUGUST 29, 2008. OVER TIME, STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION MAY DAMAGE THE SPIRAL CABLE ASSEMBLY (CLOCKSPRING) THAT POWERS THE DRIVER?S AIR BAG MODULE. IF DAMAGE OCCURS, THE AIR BAG WARNING LAMP WILL ILLUMINATE AND THE AIR BAG MAY BECOME DEACTIVATED.
Consequence	IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE DRIVER?S SIDE AIR BAG MAY NOT DEPLOY, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy	TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SPIRAL CABLE ASSEMBLY, FREE OF CHARGE. AN INTERIM LETTER IS EXPECTED TO BE MAILED TO OWNERS DURING APRIL 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Notes	TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SPIRAL CABLE ASSEMBLY, FREE OF CHARGE.THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN EARLY APRIL 2012.OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

Component	SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Manufacturer	Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC
Mfr Report Date	20050601
NHTSA Campaign ID	14V743000
Summary	Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 Rav4 and 4Runner. The affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring.
Consequence	Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant.
Remedy	SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The recall is expected to began in January 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component	EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Manufacturer	TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Mfr Report Date	20050901
NHTSA Campaign ID	09V223000
Summary	TOYOTA IS RECALLING 27,080 MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2010 PASSENGER CARS BUILT FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 TO MAY 4, 2009. THESE VEHICLES WERE NOT EQUIPPED WITH LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, 'TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS.'
Consequence	INCORRECT LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS COULD RESULT IN THE VEHICLE BEING OVERLOADED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy	TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE THEM WITH A NEW, ACCURATE LABEL TO BE INSTALLED OVER THE INACCURATE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 18, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-888-270-9371.
Notes	OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO

Component	EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Manufacturer	Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Mfr Report Date	20070803
NHTSA Campaign ID	14V475000
Summary	Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 FJ Cruiser and Tacoma vehicles equipped with accessory wheels and tires installed by Toyota or dealers prior to the vehicle's first sale. The affected vehicles may list incorrect spare tire size and/or cold tire inflation information on the tire placard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, 'Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars.'
Consequence	If the spare tire is inflated to the incorrect pressure provided on the placard, tire failure may occur while it is being driven on, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy	For the involved vehicles, overlay stickers to correct the tire placard will either be mailed to owners or provided to dealers for placement over the incorrect information on the placard. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component	SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:LEAF
Manufacturer	Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Mfr Report Date	20090914
NHTSA Campaign ID	14V604000
Summary	Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Toyota Tacoma Pre-Runner and 4x4 vehicles manufactured September 14, 2009, to October 11, 2010. In the affected vehicles, one of the leaf springs may fracture due to stress or corrosion. While being driven, the broken leaf could move out of position and contact surrounding components including the fuel tank, possibly puncturing the tank and causing a fuel leak.
Consequence	If the fuel tank leaks fuel from being punctured, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy	Toyota will notify owners and dealers will install new rear leaf spring assemblies. The recall began on January 29, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

2008 Averages

Avg. Car Cost :	$27,958
Avg. Household Income :	$57,000
Avg. Home :	$238,880
Avg. Gallon of Gas :	$3.39

2008 Toyota Tacoma FAQs (show)

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2008 Toyota Tacoma? A: The 2008 Toyota Tacoma has wheelbase sizes of 109.40-, 110.00-, 127.20-, 127.80-inches.

Q: What is the length of the 2008 Toyota Tacoma? A: The 2008 Toyota Tacoma has lengths of 190.40-, 206.10-, 208.10-inches.

Q: What is the width of the 2008 Toyota Tacoma? A: The 2008 Toyota Tacoma has widths of 72.20-, 74.00-, 74.60-inches.

Q: How much headroom does the 2008 Toyota Tacoma have?A: The 2008 Toyota Tacoma has 39.90- to 40.10-inches of headroom.

Q: How much legroom does the 2008 Toyota Tacoma have?A: The 2008 Toyota Tacoma has legroom of 39.90- to 41.70-inches.

Q: What is the 2008 Toyota Tacoma's towing capacity?A: The 2008 Toyota Tacoma has a towing capaicty of 3500.00 lbs.

Q: What were the bodystyles of the 2008 Toyota Tacoma? A: The 2008 Toyota Tacoma was offered as a 4x2 Access Cab, 4x2 Regular Cab, 4x2 X-Runner, 4x4 Access Cab, 4x4 Double Cab, 4x4 Regular Cab, PreRunner Access Cab, PreRunner Double Cab, PreRunner Regular Cab.

Q: How much did the 2008 Toyota Tacoma cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2008 Toyota Tacoma had an MSRP of $14,280 - $$26,115 (USD).

Q: How many 2008 Tacomas were produced? A: Toyota produced 144,655 examples of the Tacoma in 2008.

Q: What engines did the 2008 Toyota Tacoma have? A: The 2008 Toyota Tacoma had the following engine options: Inline 4 (2700 cc | 164.8 cu in. | 2.7 L.) with 159 HP (117.024 KW) @ 5200 RPM and 180 Ft-Lbs (244 NM) @ 3800 RPM

V 6 (4000 cc | 244.1 cu in. | 4.0 L.) with 236 HP (173.696 KW) @ 5200 RPM and 266 Ft-Lbs (361 NM) @ 3800 RPM