Toyota Tacoma 2015 3.5 4x4

Toyota Tacoma 2015 3.5 petrol description

Crossover / SUV Toyota Tacoma 2015 3.5 4x4 is being produced from January, 2015. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.5 litres, which produces power of 278 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Toyota Tacoma 2015 version and torque 360 Nm (Newton metres) on 4600 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Toyota Tacoma 3.5 engine oil type is 0W-20 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.

Toyota Tacoma 2015 3.5 4x4 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.

The fuel consumption of this Toyota Tacoma 2015 3.5 4x4 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 12.4 litres per 100km (8.1 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Toyota Tacoma 2015 versions, city fuel economy - 13.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 11.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 79 litres or 20.87 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 700 kilometers on highway.

With the same engine there are also two other Toyota Tacoma versions - with rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (Toyota Tacoma 2015 3.5 AT), and with automatic gearbox (Toyota Tacoma 2015 3.5 4x4 AT) available:
Toyota Tacoma 2015

Toyota Tacoma 2015 3.5 4x4 technical data

Model: Toyota Tacoma 3.5 4x4
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2015. January
Engine: 3456 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 278 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 360 NM ON 4600 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Maximum speed: no data Acceleration 0-100 km/h: no data
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 12.4 (combined) 13.8 (urban) 11.2 (highway)
Fuel tank capacity: 79 litres (20.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 5.39m (length) 1.89m (width) 1.79m (height)
Gross weight: 2540 kg

Toyota Tacoma 2015 3.5 4x4 engine 2GR-FKS

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 3456 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 94 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 83 mm
Compression ratio 11.8 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Toyota Tacoma 2015 3.5 4x4 oil type 0W-20
Oil capacity 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts)
Power 280 - 315 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 360 - 380 NM ON 4600 RPM
Start of production (year) 2015
Duration of production 9 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2018 onwards.

Engine also used on Lexus RX Lexus IS Lexus GS

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Toyota Tacoma crossover [2015 modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Toyota Tacoma 2015 2.7

Most fuel efficient version

2.7 Petrol 159 HP 11.2 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
Toyota Tacoma 2015 3.5

Most fuel efficient version

3.5 Petrol 278 HP 11.2 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
Toyota Tacoma 2015 3.5 4x4

Only version with manual transmission

3.5 Petrol 278 HP 12.4 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Toyota Tacoma 2015 3.5 4x4 3.5 Petrol 278 HP 11.8 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
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