2026 Toyota Tacoma transmission: CVT or automatic?
No. The 2026 Toyota Tacoma uses an 8-speed automatic and a 6-speed manual - none of its EPA-listed configurations has a CVT.
Key takeaways
- 7 EPA-certified configurations listed for the 2026 Toyota Tacoma.
- No CVT here - use the automatic or manual transmission fluid your owner's manual specifies.
- The transmission can differ by engine and drive layout, so match your row by engine size.
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| Engine | Transmission | EPA code | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cylinder turbo hybrid | 8-speed automatic | Automatic (S8) | 4WD |
| 2.4L 4-cylinder turbo | 8-speed automatic | Automatic (S8) | part-time 4WD |
| 2.4L 4-cylinder turbo | 8-speed automatic | Automatic (S8) | part-time 4WD |
| 2.4L 4-cylinder turbo hybrid | 8-speed automatic | Automatic (S8) | part-time 4WD |
| 2.4L 4-cylinder turbo | 8-speed automatic | Automatic (S8) | RWD |
| 2.4L 4-cylinder turbo | 8-speed automatic | Automatic (S8) | RWD |
| 2.4L 4-cylinder turbo | 6-speed manual | Manual 6-spd | part-time 4WD |
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fuel economy data (fueleconomy.gov). Each row is one certified configuration; a trim or option not sold in a configuration is not listed.
Toyota Tacoma transmission fluid type and capacity →
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