2023 Toyota Tacoma X-Runner Concept: SEMA Street Truck Revival!

Thomas Wachsmuth 1 November 2023 -> Cars from AZ, -> Tuner from AZ, News vehicles, Toyota

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There is hardly a time that is as associated with tuned pickups as the 90s and early 2000s. The so-called Street trucks were characterized by their lowered suspension, large wheels and eye-catching paintwork. And with that 2024 Tacoma X-Runner Concept Toyota is reviving exactly this era and presenting a vehicle based on the current one SEMA Show 2023.

The Tacoma, known for hardcore versions like the trail hunters and the TRD-Pro models, is taking a different approach this year. “There were many street trucks in the early 2000s, but they disappeared over time. The SEMA vehicle is a test to see if there is still a market for it todaysaid Adam Rabinowitz, chief designer at Toyota's Calty Design Research.

Toyota Tacoma X Runner

And we think the Street Truck is not just a success in terms of design. Toyota has that X Runner Concept with one BiTurbo 3.4 liter V6 stocked, the full one 421 PS and 650 NM delivers torque. For comparison: The most powerful Tacoma currently available has “only” 326 HP and 630 NM torque. In order to do justice to the power, the rear axle of a Tundra, including an electronically lockable one differential, installed. And when it comes to the chassis, the track on the X-Runner Concept has been increased by 3,0 inches (approx. 8 cm). widened. We also have one adapted from the tundra Smart Air suspension and 21 inch carbon rims make the off-roader appear even more powerful.

chic paintwork in Speedway blue

They also provide visual highlights Speedway blue paint, a trapezoidal one front Grill , and a Sidepipe sports exhaust in front of the rear wheel on the driver's side. But the Japanese also impresses in the interior: bright red seats with X-Runner emblem and shift paddles behind the steering wheel round off the sporty overall package. By the way, the Tacoma