What size tires come on a stock Tacoma?
There isn’t a single tire size for every Tacoma; stock dimensions depend on the year and trim. Most stock Tacomas use 16- or 17-inch wheels with sizes around P265/70R16 for 16-inch setups and P265/65R17 for 17-inch setups. Always verify the exact size on the door placard for your specific build.
How tire sizes vary by year and trim
To understand what your Tacoma ships with, consider the generation and trim since Toyota has adjusted wheel sizes across updates. The current generation (introduced for the 2016 model year) primarily offers two wheel-size options in OE configurations: 16-inch wheels on base and mid trims, and 17-inch wheels on higher trims. Exact tire dimensions can vary slightly by model year and regional market.
Third generation Tacomas (2016–present)
In this generation, the most common factory setups use 16-inch wheels with smaller tires on base/sport trims and 17-inch wheels with slightly larger tires on mid-to-high trims. The overall goal is to preserve ride quality, road feel, and ground clearance while matching the wheel size to the brake and suspension setup. Always confirm the precise OE size on the driver’s door placard or window sticker.
Common stock tire sizes by wheel diameter
The following sizes reflect the typical OE configurations by wheel size. Exact numbers can differ by model year and market, so check the placard or build sheet for your specific truck.
- 16-inch wheels: P265/70R16
- 17-inch wheels: P265/65R17
- 18-inch wheels: Not standard on most Tacomas; if present, it would be part of a rare or region-specific package and should be confirmed on the vehicle’s build sheet
Conclusion: Most stock Tacomas use either 16-inch or 17-inch wheels with tire sizes around P265/70R16 or P265/65R17, depending on the wheel choice. Always verify for your exact vehicle.
How to verify your exact stock size
To confirm the precise OE tire size for your specific Tacoma, use these steps.
- Open the driver’s door and read the tire information placard on the door jamb; it lists the recommended tire size and inflation pressures.
- Check the original window sticker (Monroney sticker) or the owner’s manual for tire specifications.
- If you’re assessing a used truck, compare the current tires to the factory size listed on the placard or build sheet.
- For VIN-based accuracy, consult Toyota’s official site or a dealer to retrieve the OE tire size for your exact build.
Conclusion: The placard and official documentation provide the definitive tire size for your particular Tacoma model and year.
Summary
In short, there isn’t a universal stock tire size for the Toyota Tacoma. The factory size depends on generation, trim, and wheel option, with 16-inch wheels typically paired with P265/70R16 and 17-inch wheels with P265/65R17. Always verify the exact size on the door placard or window sticker to ensure you use the correct tires for replacement or modification.
