2015 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner V6 DC LB
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- Photo: 2010 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 Double Cab V6 Longbed in Silver Streak Mica, Front Left, 05-05-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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- Photo: Toyota 2010 Tacoma Double Cab Right Side by Tabercil from Canadian, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2015 Toyota Tacoma in Magnetic Gray Metallic, Rear Right, 03-22-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 06 Toyota Tacoma interior by Hot pursuit p71, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2015 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner V6 DC LB is a 236-hp 4.0-liter V6 pickup truck with a 5-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $25,560 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
It makes 236 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 266 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 21 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).
The Tacoma measures 221.3 inches long on a 140.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,070 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Pickup |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $25,560 ($35,051 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $26,445 ($36,264 *) |
| Destination Charge | $885 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.0L DOHC 24-valve V6 with VVT-i (aluminum block, aluminum alloy head) |
| Displacement | 4 L |
| Horsepower | 236 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 266 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 24-valve VVT-i |
| Bore and Stroke | 94.0 x 95.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD (front engine, rear-wheel drive) |
| Differential Type | Automatic Limited Slip Differential (Auto LSD) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic (ECT) |
| 1st Gear | 3.52 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.04 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.4 |
| 4th Gear | 1 |
| 5th Gear | 0.72 |
| Reverse | 3.22 |
| Final Drive | 3.727 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 21 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | 87 octane (regular) |
| Tank Capacity | 21.1 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Coil spring independent double wishbone with gas-filled shock absorbers (high mount) |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf spring rigid suspension |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 1.18 in. |
| Turning Diameter | 44 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Ventilated disc |
| Front Brake Disc | 10.75 in. ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 10.0 in. drum (leading-trailing) |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 in. |
| Wheels Rear | 16 in. |
| Tires Front | P245/75R16 |
| Tires Rear | P245/75R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 221.3 in |
| Width | 74.6 in |
| Height | 70.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 140.6 in |
| Front Track | 63 in |
| Rear Track | 63.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 9.3 in |
| Approach Angle | 35° |
| Departure Angle | 25° |
| Curb Weight | 4,070 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.2 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.7 in |
| Legroom Rear | 32.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 59.3 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.5 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 55.2 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (19.1 % risk) |
Other tested variants (3)
- 2015 Toyota Tacoma PU/EC 4WD: 4 ★ overall
- 2015 Toyota Tacoma PU/CC 2WD: 4 ★ overall
- 2015 Toyota Tacoma PU/EC 2WD: 4 ★ overall
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Toyota TACOMA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jul 3, 2017 · STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles equipped with accessory hood scoops installed by SET or SET dealers. The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.
Consequence: If the hood scoop detaches, it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will mechanically fasten the scoop to the hood, free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2017. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-954-429-2000. SET's number for this recall is SET17B.
NHTSA campaign 17V425000
Feb 23, 2015 · TIRES
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Tacoma pickup trucks manufactured August 7, 2014, to December 22, 2014. The affected vehicles may have had their tires and wheels changed to TRD PRO accessory tires and wheels, causing the inflation information on the tire placard to be incorrect which may result in the tire being improperly inflated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims and Motor Home/Recreation Vehicle Trailer Load Carrying Capacity Information for Motor Vehicles with a GVWR of 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds) or less."
Consequence: Improperly inflated tires may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will send a revised tire placard with correct tire size and inflation information to owners, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
NHTSA campaign 15V099000
Dec 30, 2014 · EQUIPMENT
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles. The affected vehicles may have accessories installed by SET, such as running boards or other items, that were incorrectly installed. The accessory attaching fasteners were not tightened with the proper torque, possibly causing the accessory to detach from the vehicle.
Consequence: Accessories that detach from a vehicle may result in a vehicle crash and/or personal injury.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET-14B.
NHTSA campaign 14V828000
Oct 22, 2014 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain model year 2015 Toyota Tacoma vehicles manufactured September 2, 2014, to October 15, 2014. The affected vehicles may contain an incorrect Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
Consequence: An incorrect label may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Gulf States has notified owners, and dealers will install an accurate label, free of charge. The recall began December 1, 2014. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074.
NHTSA campaign 14V663000
101 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2015 Toyota TACOMA
Owner Complaints
101 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2015 Toyota TACOMA (15 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 11 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Unknown Or Other | 29 |
| Structure | 15 |
| Engine | 12 |
| Service Brakes | 12 |
| Air Bags | 11 |
| Power Train | 9 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2015 TOYOTA TACOMA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.