2012–2015 Toyota Tacoma Battery Size (BCI Group and CCA)

Which Toyota Tacoma model years does this cover?

These battery specifications apply to every Toyota Tacoma built from 2012 through 2015 — the 2nd generation (N250, facelift years), mid-size pickup (regular, access, double cab; 2wd/4wd). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2012–2015 Toyota Tacoma

• 2012Facelift year for the 2005–2015 generation: new front end, interior, and Entune head units; mechanical carryover
• 2013Last year of the X-Runner street-performance trim
• 2015Final year of the 2nd generation; TRD Pro trim debuts (265/70R16 with Bilstein suspension)

What size battery does a 2012–2015 Toyota Tacoma take?

BCI group 24F, rated at 585 cold cranking amps from the factory. Group size is a physical dimension and terminal-position standard, so a battery from a different group may not clamp down or may put the terminals on the wrong side.

How many CCA does a 2012–2015 Toyota Tacoma need?

At least 585 CCA. Going higher is harmless and helps in cold climates; going lower is how a vehicle that started fine in October stops starting in January.

Does the 2012–2015 Toyota Tacoma need an AGM battery?

The factory battery is a conventional flooded type. AGM is a valid upgrade, but never downgrade from AGM to flooded.

Where is the battery on a 2012–2015 Toyota Tacoma?

Engine bay, driver side.

Does a 2012–2015 Toyota Tacoma need the battery registered after replacement?

Factory battery is a flooded Group 24F rated ~585 CCA; common replacements run 650–750 CCA. Same group size carried into the 3rd generation.