Which Pickup Truck is Right for You?

2025 Toyota Tacoma vs. the Competition

Side by side images of a 2025 Toyota Tacoma a 2025 Ford Ranger and a 2025 Chevrolet Colorado

CAPACITY

Seating

Doors

ENGINE

Liters/Type

Horsepower (hp)

Torque (lb-ft)

TRANSMISSION

Type

DRIVETRAIN

Type

FUEL CONSUMPTION

Estimated Fuel Economy (city / hwy)

2025 Toyota Tacoma
TRD Pro

2025 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro

CAPACITY

5 Adults

4 Doors

ENGINE

i-FORCE MAX 2.4L turbocharged inline-4 hybrid powertrain

326 hp @ 6000 rpm

465 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm

TRANSMISSION

8-Speed Automatic

DRIVETRAIN

Four-Wheel Drive

FUEL CONSUMPTION

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2025 Ford Ranger
Raptor®

2025 Ford Ranger Raptor

CAPACITY

5 Adults

4 Doors

ENGINE

3.0L EcoBoost® Engine

405 hp

430 lb-ft

TRANSMISSION

10-Speed Automatic

DRIVETRAIN

Four-Wheel Drive

FUEL CONSUMPTION

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2025 Chevrolet Colorado
ZR2

2025 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2

CAPACITY

5 Adults

4 Doors

ENGINE

2.7L TurboMax engine

310 hp

430 lb-ft

TRANSMISSION

8-Speed Automatic

DRIVETRAIN

Four-Wheel Drive

FUEL CONSUMPTION

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Meet the New Benchmark: The 2025 Toyota Tacoma Takes the Lead

If you are searching for a midsize truck that balances grit, refinement, and cutting-edge capability, the 2025 Toyota Tacoma stands out in every category. With a complete redesign, fresh powertrains, and bold trim levels, this new-generation pickup leaves its rivals—the Ford Ranger and Chevrolet Colorado—scrambling to keep up. At Toyota of Tampa Bay in Tampa, FL, the 2025 Tacoma proves its worth on city roads, rugged trails, and everywhere in between.

Bold Design That Works Hard and Looks Good

The 2025 Toyota Tacoma brings a tough exterior that feels right at home in the wild or cruising through downtown Tampa, FL. From its sculpted body lines to its choice of short or long bed options, every 2025 Toyota Tacoma trim at our Toyota dealership near Brandon, FL looks the part. Standard LED headlights, 17-inch wheels, and a robust grille establish a strong stance, while available upgrades like 18-inch chrome-finished alloy wheels, a power moonroof, and Rigid Industries® LED fog lights give drivers plenty of room to personalize.

The 2025 Toyota Tacoma interior strikes a smart balance between durability and comfort. Base trims at Toyota of Tampa Bay feature cloth seats, a fold-flat passenger seat, and rugged materials, while higher trims offer SofTex®-trimmed upholstery, ventilated front seats, and a heated steering wheel. Smart touches like under-seat storage and an available digital rearview mirror make daily driving and weekend adventuring equally enjoyable.

In comparison, the 2025 Ford Ranger brings a serviceable interior but struggles with dated elements in base models, and the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado focuses more on sporty aesthetics than all-terrain readiness. Neither quite matches the blend of rugged luxury and practicality you get with the 2025 Toyota Tacoma pickup truck.

Versatile Power for Every Purpose

Toyota’s new i-FORCE engine lineup raises the bar for performance in the midsize truck segment. Standard 2025 Toyota Tacoma trims at our Toyota dealership in Tampa, FL are powered by a 2.4-liter turbocharged inline-4 that generates 228 horsepower and 243 lb-ft of torque. Step up and you’ll enjoy a more potent version of the same engine producing 278 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic or six-speed manual depending on your configuration.

The real game-changer? The i-FORCE MAX hybrid system. Delivering 326 horsepower and a segment-leading 465 lb-ft of torque, this powertrain brings silent strength and enhanced efficiency with zero compromise on capability. That puts the 2025 Toyota Tacoma in rare company, especially considering its max towing capacity of up to 6,500 pounds.

By comparison, the 2025 Ford Ranger tops out with a 3.0-liter V6 at 405 horsepower—but that option is exclusive to the Raptor trim. The 2025 Chevrolet Colorado maxes out at 310 horsepower. The 2025 Toyota Tacoma hybrid availability across more trims and its torque advantage give it the upper hand in both daily utility and off-road dominance.

Confidence in Every Condition

Standard on all 2025 Tacoma trims at our Toyota dealership near Wesley Chapel, FL, Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 offers a full suite of driver assistance tools. Features include pre-collision with pedestrian detection, lane departure alert with steering assist, full-speed dynamic radar cruise control, and road sign assist. The proactive driving assist function makes city driving less stressful, while lane tracing keeps you centered during long trips.

Optional features like blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alerts, and a 3D multi-angle camera system help prevent accidents before they occur. Parking sensors with automatic braking and trailer merge alerts further enhance confidence behind the wheel.

While the 2025 Ford Ranger and 2025 Chevy Colorado offer comparable safety technology, many features are limited to top-tier trims. Toyota delivers a robust safety package straight from the base level, setting a higher standard for peace of mind.

Interior view of the dashboard and tech in a 2025 Toyota Tacoma

Next-Level Connectivity and Entertainment

Inside the 2025 Tacoma, drivers are greeted with intuitive controls and high-end tech designed for everyday ease. A standard 8-inch touchscreen supports wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto, while premium 2025 Toyota Tacoma trims offer a massive 14-inch display and a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. Add in a 10-speaker JBL® sound system, wireless charging, and a Wi-Fi hotspot, and you’ve got everything needed for a seamless ride.

Smart Key entry, Remote Connect, and voice-command integration round out the tech package, making the 2025 Toyota Tacoma at our Toyota dealership in Tampa, FL one of the smartest trucks in its class. While the Google-based system of the 2025 Chevy Colorado and the SYNC® 4A in the 2025 Ford Ranger bring good competition, neither offers the same level of convenience across such a wide trim range as the 2025 Toyota Tacoma for sale in Tampa, FL.

Test-Drive the Winning Midsize Truck in Tampa, FL

With its versatile performance, standout design, and premium features, the 2025 Toyota Tacoma redefines what a midsize truck can be. It outpaces the 2025 Ford Ranger and Chevrolet Colorado in comfort, capability, and connectivity. Visit Toyota of Tampa Bay in Tampa, FL today to test-drive the all-new Tacoma, learn about new vehicle promotions, and see why this Toyota truck is Tampa’s top choice for truck shoppers who refuse to settle.

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