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Using both Crawl Control and electronic locking rear differential, 2016 Tacomas
have little problem negotiating difficult off-road driving conditions with no input
from driver other than steering.
off-road driving more pleasurable,
instilling a level of confidence in
the driver.
The changes in steering and over-
all handling are noticeably better
than the 2015s I've driven.
Combined with the stiffer chas-
sis and cab, I feel the upgrades to
steering and suspension give the
2016 Tacomas an edge over their
Colorado/Canyon competitors.
A NEW V-6 ROLLS OUT
One of the few disappointments
is the new 3.5-liter direct-injection
"Atkinson Cycle" V-6. The Atkinson
Cycle allows the engine to switch
The bed is made from composite mate-
rial and comes with tie-downs, bed-rail
cargo system, and a 120V/400W power
outlet. The 2016 2WD Tacoma's have a
1,620-pound payload capacity.
