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2012 Toyota Tacoma TRD Baja Series

Toyota has introduced the 2012 Tacoma TRD T/X Baja Series at the Texas State Fair. Designed to tackle the toughest terrain, the T/X is equipped with an electronically-controlled locking rear differential, active traction control and downhill assist control. There’s also an increased ride height (up 2-inches in front), Bilstein race shocks and TRD coil springs.

2012 Toyota Tacoma TRD Baja Series

2012 Toyota Tacoma TRD Baja Series

2012 Toyota Tacoma TRD Baja Series

2012 Toyota Tacoma TRD Baja Series

2012 Toyota Tacoma TRD Baja Series

Toyota has a rich Baja racing truck heritage that dates back nearly three decades and includes numerous titles at the legendary Baja 500 and 1000. Toyota’s desert racing program has inspired the development of numerous TRD off-road focused products and packages over the years including the Tacoma PreRunner and TRD Off-Road packages for both Tacoma and Tundra. Last year, Tacoma’s Off-Road Package was enhanced wîth the launch of the TRD T|X and T|X Pro packages. TRD now takes Tacoma off-roading to the next level wîth the development of the T|X Baja Series.

The front suspension has been upgraded to include 60mm piston Bilstein race shocks with TRD coil springs that feature a protective zinc plated body and a one inch increase in wheel travel. The rear suspension is equipped with 50mm piston Bilstein race shocks with a remote reservoir to increase shock oil capacity for greater heat dissipation and damping sensitivity. The rear shocks also include a zinc-plated body and a 1.5-inch increase in wheel travel. Additional information about the Baja Series, including pricing and ordering information will be available in early 2012.

The T|X Baja Series is currently undergoing final testing for application on both the Tacoma Access and Double Cab 4×4 models equipped wîth the TRD Off-Road Package. Expansion to include PreRunner models is also being considered. The Tacoma T|X Baja Series is equipped wîth a 4.0-liter V6 engine wîth either six-speed manual and five-speed automatic transmissions. In addition to an electronically-controlled locking rear differential, Active Traction Control (A-TRAC), Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) and Downhill Assist Control (DAC) currently equipped on the TRD Off-Road package, the limited edition T|X Baja Series adds BF Goodrich T/A KO tires (LT265/70R16) and bead-lock style off-road wheels wîth an exclusive Gun-Metal Gray finish, TRD Cat-back Exhaust, increased front ride height of nearly two inches and unique Baja Series graphics.

The T|X Baja Series will be part of a 2012 Tacoma line that is updated with a restyled front end and a refreshed interior in all models. Exterior changes include a redesigned hood, grille, headlamps and front bumper, among other changes. Inside, Tacoma has a new center-instrument panel design with a revised gauge cluster, along with a new steering wheel. A redesigned center stack adds new air conditioner/heater controls and power point locations.

All Tacoma T|X Baja Series models will be built exclusively at Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Texas (TMMTX) in San Antonio and are scheduled for launch in late spring 2012.

2012 Toyota Tacoma TRD Baja Series

2012 Toyota Tacoma TRD Baja Series

2012 Toyota Tacoma TRD TX Baja Series Rear Side

2012 Toyota Tacoma TRD TX Baja Series Front Side

2012 Toyota Tacoma TRD TX Baja Series Front Angle

2012 Toyota Tacoma TRD TX Baja Series Front

2012 Toyota Tacoma TRD Baja Series