Official 2024 Tacoma i-FORCE MAX Hybrid MPG Numbers!

TRD JON · 2025-06-18T02:15:34+00:00

Now that the 4th Gen Tacoma is here, a lot of us are deciding between the i-FORCE turbo 4-cylinder and the i-FORCE MAX hybrid setup. Both use the same 2.4L engine, but the MAX adds an electric motor for a combined 326 hp and 465 lb-ft of torque. If you’ve driven both, how do they compare in real-world driving? Is the hybrid worth the extra cost and weight? Any noticeable difference in throttle response, towing, or MPG? I’m leaning toward the i-FORCE MAX for the torque alone — that number beats most full-size trucks. But I also want to know how it feels off-road and if the added complexity is worth it for long-term reliability. The normal i-FORCE still packs a solid punch, but for me personally the hybrid is were it’s at! Let’s hear from those who’ve driven both, especially in TRD Off-Road and TRD Pro trims.

TRD JON

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Apr 23, 2024

Toyota USA has officially released MPG numbers for all of their hybrid Tacomas. I am honestly really surprised to see the TRD Pro and Trailhunter being rated at 24MPG on the highway. Those trucks along with the TRD Off-Road (hybrid) come standard with 33" (rounded up) diameter tires. It also looks like only 4x4 models will be available with the i-FORCE MAX powertrain. The biggest gains are seen in the city with 3MPG improvement over standard i-FORCE Models and 1MPG increase on the highway, bringing the combined MPG up by 3MPG across the board.

Info per Toyota USA site. TRDJON YouTube breakdown.