What is Toyota i-FORCE MAX

Not all hybrids are created equal. i-FORCE MAX was never designed to minimize.

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Toyota 4Runner i-FORCE MAX Trailhunter in Everest driving through a mud puddle splashing water higher than the vehicle.

More Power. More Capability. More Adventure.

i-FORCE MAX is Toyota's performance hybrid powertrain that pairs a gas engine with an electric motor to deliver more torque, more horsepower, and more capability than a standard gas engine alone.

Redefining What Hybrid Means

Every decision starts with one question. How do we make it even better? Discover our lineup of i-FORCE MAX vehicles, each engineered to deliver maximum performance across every road, trail, and job site Hawaii demands.

Frequently Asked Questions

i-FORCE MAX is Toyota's performance hybrid powertrain that pairs a gas engine with an electric motor to deliver more torque, more horsepower, and more capability than a standard gas engine alone. 

i-FORCE MAX is available on Tacoma, 4Runner, and Tundra, and standard for Land Cruiser and Sequoia.

Output varies by vehicle: Tacoma i-FORCE MAX, 4Runner i-FORCE MAX, and Land Cruiser produce up to 326 hp and 465 lb.-ft. of torque; Tundra and Sequoia produce up to 437 hp and 583 lb.-ft. of torque. See the full comparison table below.

No. The battery charges automatically while driving. No plug-in equipment or home charger is needed.

No. Toyota i-FORCE MAX vehicles follow a maintenance schedule that is very similar to a conventional gasoline-powered Toyotas. Routine services such as oil changes, tire rotations, and inspections remain the same, and the hybrid battery requires no routine maintenance. The system also uses regenerative braking, which can help reduce brake wear over time.

Comparison Table

Toyota i-FORCE MAX vehicle performance comparison
Specification Tacoma
i-FORCE
MAX
4Runner
i-FORCE
MAX
Land Cruiser Sequoia Tundra
i-FORCE
MAX
Engine 2.4L Turbocharged engine 2.4L Turbocharged engine 2.4L Turbocharged engine 3.4L Twin-turbo V6 engine 3.4L Twin-turbo V6 engine
Combined Horsepower 326 hp 326 hp 326 hp 437 hp 437 hp
Torque 465 lb.-ft. 465 lb.-ft. 465 lb.-ft. 583 lb.-ft. 583 lb.-ft.
Max Towing 6,000 lbs. 6,000 lbs. 6,000 lbs. 9,500 lbs.2 11,130 lbs.2