2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road :: Featured Classified (March 7th, 2026)

First released to the US market in 1995, the Toyota Tacoma carried forward the workhorse credentials of the venerable HiLux but introduced an altogether more refined driving experience. It was a runaway success and today remains the most popular mid-size pickup amongst our audience, and for good reason. Executive Publisher Scott Brady states, “The Tacoma has been the benchmark of compact overland trucks since its introduction … Overland Journal has owned a Gen 1 and Gen 3, and we have driven Tacomas from the Arctic Ocean to the Darién Gap in Panama … the Tacoma is an exceptional vehicle, and one deserving of the Toyota legacy.” The third gen is the best-selling and most proven to date, with the TRD Off Road variant delivering class-leading backcountry performance out of the box. Cue today’s 2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road (143,000 miles chassis/24,000 miles on replacement engine), which boasts premium modifications, a full camping setup, and is topped with an iKamper rooftop tent. The specifications for this build are remarkable considering its modest footprint; highlights include a 460-amp-hour lithium house battery system supported by 700 watts of solar, 14 gallons of freshwater with multistage filtration and on-demand heating, a fully equipped kitchen, a 23ZERO outdoor shower and bathroom enclosure, and much more. At $55,900, this package represents an impressive value, especially since it boasts more than $129,000 in upgrades (receipts included with sale). Finally, this is not a proof of concept but an extensively proven vehicle (as documented on the Chateau Tacoma Instagram) that’s turnkey-ready for your next adventure.

From the Seller:

“This Tacoma has been meticulously built for multi‑day, extreme backcountry travel and is, in my experience, the best overland-ready Tacoma I’ve ever come across. It has safely and comfortably taken my wife and me from Canada to Baja, Mexico, handling everything from black‑diamond trails to long, remote highway stretches with ease. It’s an absolute dream to drive. Selling this truck has been a difficult decision. Due to life changes, I haven’t been able to take it on a trip in over a year. It’s been stored properly and driven weekly to keep everything in top condition.”

2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road

The Tacoma is fitted with a 3.5-liter motor that delivers 278 horsepower, 265 pound-feet of torque, and returns a combined 18 mpg (range provided via secondary 13-gallon fuel tank for a total of 34 gallons of capacity). A long-lived engine is mated with class-leading capability thanks to 4WD, high and low range, armor, a rear locking differential, an ARB front air locker, 5.29 Nitto gears, an uprated and lifted suspension, and intelligent onboard assists. Inside, these rugged credentials are balanced with driver comforts that include:

Front and rear camera system
Infotainment system with navigation and premium audio
Blind spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert
Air-conditioning
Power steering, windows, and mirrors
Cruise control
Keyless entry
Auto headlamps
Center console with cupholders
Viper SmartStart system with remote start/lock/unlock, GPS tracking, and allows indefinite engine run time
Yaesu FT-400 ham radio with MARS modification and Stryker SR-89MC CB/10 meter ham radio

Distinguishing Features

Icon Stage 9 suspension with coils and springs tuned to vehicle weight (shocks rebuilt by DC Shock Service 64,000 miles ago), Atlas Springs progressive leaf pack, and King hydraulic bump stops
Icon aluminum wheels with Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac tires (12,000 miles)
ARB twin compressor with air hose reel integrated into front bumper
Victory 4×4 front bumper with winch
Lithium battery bank (460 amp-hours with 700 watts of solar; 300 watts on tent roof, 100 watts cab mounted, and 300 watts of portable panels), 2,200-watt inverter, 50-amp DC/DC charger, 50-amp shore power charger, dual Blue Sea 12-volt fuse panels, 300-watt e-bike chargers (2), 18-volt Makita tool chargers (4), 12-volt (9) and 120-volt (7) outlets, and Starlink Gen 2 with flat-mount, 12-volt conversion
Baja Designs and Heretic Studio lighting with Switch Pros SP9100 (eight switches)
iKamper clamshell rooftop tent with sleeping area larger than a king-size bed, dual heated bed pads (with temperature control), MegaMat mattresses, and power outlets
Alu-Cab 270-degree awning with wall enclosure and LED lighting
Rear seat delete with storage (factory seats included)
23Zero outdoor shower and bathroom enclosure
Freshwater tank (14 gallons) with heated tank and pump, high-flow water pump, 3-stage filtration (with UV), on-demand tankless hot water system
Convection air fryer/microwave/oven, Cook Partner 2-burner stove, dual refrigerators (two-zone fridge/freezer in cab area and single-zone fridge/freezer in bed), and fold-out utensil countertop
Slide-out bed tray and SnugTop side hatch system with kitchen galley on one side and tool storage compartment on the other
Exhaust rerouted for increased ground clearance
Victory 4×4 sliders and skid plates

This 2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road is listed for $55,900 and is currently located in Southern California. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.