2026 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport: Bristol Buyers Guide
Quick Answer: The 2026 Tacoma TRD Sport
The TRD Sport starts at $40,415 MSRP plus a $1,745 destination charge, and it is the Tacoma tuned for pavement rather than the trail. It has a sport-tuned suspension, TRD badging and sport seats, comes with rear-wheel drive and offers 4WD on the non-hybrid version. The i-FORCE 2.4-liter turbo (up to 278 horsepower, 317 lb-ft) is standard, a 6-speed manual with rev-matching is available, and the i-FORCE MAX hybrid (up to 326 horsepower, 465 lb-ft) is a paid option starting at $47,335. New for 2026 is a black Toyota badge on the front.
A Tacoma that likes the road
Most TRD trims in the lineup are built around dirt. The Sport goes the opposite direction, trading the off-road dampers and skid-plate swagger for a suspension that is tuned for sharper handling on pavement, blacked-out wheels and a more athletic look. Inside, the seats are sport-style. It is a Double Cab, so there are four doors, and the styling reads as the most car-like of the Tacomas. For a commuter who wants a pickup but spends the week on Route 6 and the interstate, that tuning is a legitimate reason to choose it over the TRD Off-Road.
The standard turbo four does the job, and Toyota lists EPA estimates of 20 mpg in the city and 24 on the highway for the base configuration. The manual option makes the Sport something special: it is a truck with a stick shift and rev-matching on downshifts, which is a nearly extinct combination in a segment where most rivals have gone automatic-only.
Gas or hybrid
This is the lowest-priced trim where the i-FORCE MAX hybrid can be ordered, and the premium over the non-hybrid truck is $6,920, bringing the hybrid TRD Sport to $47,335. The extra money buys up to 326 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque, a standard 2,400-watt power supply for tools or camping gear, and EPA estimates of 22 city and 24 highway mpg on the 4WD hybrid. That is a bigger step than the hybrid costs on the TRD Off-Road ($4,820) or the Limited ($3,325), so shoppers who plan to tow regularly or want a quick Tacoma without paying for trail hardware tend to like it, and shoppers who want a lower price tag tend to stay with the gas truck.
Plan on a few details too. The hybrid is not available with the manual, and the hybrid's price plus destination ($49,080) is under the $50,000 line, so it still falls under Connecticut's lower sales-tax rate until options push it past the threshold.
What buyers say about the experience
Sport buyers tend to be people who care how a truck feels, so a salesperson who is relaxed about test drives matters. Isabel R. wrote that her salesperson "was patient, honest, and took the time to answer all of my questions without making me feel pressured." That is the kind of setting where it is easy to compare the gas and hybrid versions back to back.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the Tacoma TRD Sport and TRD Off-Road?
The TRD Sport has a sport-tuned suspension aimed at on-road handling and starts as a rear-wheel-drive truck, while the TRD Off-Road is built for the trail with standard 4WD, Bilstein shocks, Multi-Terrain Select and Crawl Control. The Sport costs $40,415 and the Off-Road costs $42,815.
Can I get a manual transmission on the TRD Sport?
Yes. Toyota offers a 6-speed intelligent manual with rev-matching on the non-hybrid TRD Sport. Because the hybrid is paired with the automatic, anyone who wants the manual needs to choose the gas version.
How much more is the hybrid TRD Sport?
The i-FORCE MAX hybrid adds $6,920 and takes the starting MSRP to $47,335, before the $1,745 destination charge. In exchange the hybrid brings more power and torque, the onboard 2,400-watt power supply and a better city mpg estimate.
Does the TRD Sport have 4WD?
It starts out as a rear-wheel-drive truck, and 4WD is an available option on the non-hybrid version. The upcharge varies with the transmission and bed, so ask the dealership for a quote on a specific truck.
What does the TRD Sport cost with tax in Connecticut?
The gas TRD Sport at $40,415 plus $1,745 destination is $42,160, and the 6.35 percent tax comes to about $2,677. The hybrid at $49,080 is taxed at the same rate, roughly $3,117, because it stays below $50,000. The pricing and leasing guide explains where the higher 7.75 percent rate begins.
Take a look in person
Driving the gas and hybrid versions back to back is the quickest way to see whether the extra $6,920 is worth it to you. Browse current Tacoma inventory or stop by 1069 Farmington Avenue in Bristol, and sales can be reached at 860-584-7333.
MSRP is Toyota's starting price for the trim's lowest-priced configuration and excludes the $1,745 destination charge, taxes, title, registration and dealer fees; the dealer sets the final selling price. Fuel-economy figures are EPA estimates and real-world results will vary. Tax figures are estimates at MSRP plus destination. Equipment and availability can change with production, so confirm current specifications and stock with Toyota of Bristol. Customer quotes are excerpts from public Google reviews of Toyota of Bristol.
