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Do people buy the most recommended version of the 2022 Toyota Tacoma? One trim level is more popular than all the others. Every version of the Toyota midsize pickup truck is a viable option, but some are better than others. According to a few experts, the best Tacoma trim is not the most popular. Experts don’t recommend the most popular 2022 Toyota Tacoma trim.

Which is the best and most popular 2022 Toyota Tacoma trim level?
2022 Toyota Tacoma | Toyota

Edmunds says the most popular 2022 Toyota Tacoma trim is the SR5 model. Out of six available options, the second cheapest version of the truck is the one most people buy. In its most affordable form, the Tacoma SR model costs $29,195. However, the most popular SR trim is one notch higher, starting at $31,045. Why are people choosing this trim over the more affordable option?

Choosing the most popular 2022 Toyota Tacoma gets owners a wide variety of equipment. If you’re looking to step up from the base model, the SR5 is the way to go. Opting for the SR5 model unlocks several optional packages plus adds alloy wheels, chrome exterior trim, a locking vehicle remote, a power-sliding rear window, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, an auto-dimming mirror, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and an eight-inch touchscreen.

The best 2022 Toyota Tacoma trim, according to experts

Is the midsize pickup best in its TRD Off-Road, Limited, or SR5 form? One is the best, but not the most popular version of the Toyota Tacoma.
2022 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro | Toyota

Experts like Edmunds and Car and Driver agree on the best Tacoma trim level. More specifically, both reviewers recommend buying the 2022 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road. However, each one has slightly different reasons for recommending the model. It’s the fourth trim from the bottom and therefore is only cheaper than the Limited and TRD PRO models. The two experts’ recommended model starts at just $36,555.

Edmunds likes the Tacoma TRD Off-Road trim because it offers more modern amenities but keeps the price in a “reasonable territory.” In short, upgrading to this model over more affordable ones provides a lot of bang for your buck. Next, C/D recommends the same trim with a V6 engine and all-wheel drive. Every model comes with 16-inch wheels, black over-fenders, driver assists, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. C/D also recommends adding the Technology package, which adds upgrading lighting, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and parking sensors.

Is the Tacoma Limited worth it?

Choosing the Limited model will cost you $41,120. That’s quite a jump from Edmunds and C/D’s TRD Off-Road recommendation and even more from the most popular SR5 model. With the range-topping Limited, customers get 18-inch wheels, LED headlights, a silver grille, a sunroof, leather upholstery, a JBL audio system, factory navigation, a blind-spot monitor, rear cross-traffic alert, rear parking sensors, and a 360-degree camera system.

Are those features enough for you to pay an extra $5,000 than the recommended model? We don’t think so, and neither does Edmunds or Car and Driver. Overall, it’s unlikely you’ll be willing to pay extra for LED headlights, a different color grille, or outdated factory navigation. Most of the essential features are offered in lower trims, and the Technology package is available for the TRD Off-Road. Purchasing optional packages is a great way to get these extra features at a discount.

In conclusion, the best 2022 Toyota Tacoma is the TRD Off-Road model. However, the most popular version of the midsize pickup is the SR5 trim. While the SR5 trim adds a lot over the base model, opting for a TRD Off-Road truck gets owners much more for a minimal price jump. With standard features like Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, Wi-Fi capability, and driving aids, choosing the proper trim depends on your personal needs. Finding a suitable model can be challenging, and experts don’t always agree on which is the best. However, for the 2022 Toyota Tacoma, experts agree the TRD Off-Road model is the best trim level, but the most popular version is the Tacoma SR5.

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