Cat Back Exhaust for Toyota Tacoma (2013-2020) 2.7L

Direct-Fit Mandrel-Bent Cat Back Exhaust for 2013-2020 Toyota Tacoma

What it Does: The bolt-on cat-back exhaust system replaces the restrictive factory exhaust piping and baffled muffler on the 2013-2020 Tacoma to decrease exhaust backpressure and optimize scavenging on the 2.7L inline-four platform.

The Stock Toyota Tacoma Exhaust Restriction and Corrosion Issues

The factory exhaust routing on the N200 and N300 platforms relies on low-grade aluminized tubing prone to premature rust scale, road-salt corrosion, and flange degradation. Mechanically, the OEM assembly features crush-bent transitions that choke cross-sectional flow area, compounded by an overly restrictive, multi-chambered internal muffler design. On an atmospheric four-cylinder engine like the 2TR-FE, excessive parasitic pumping losses reduce mid-range torque, create sluggish off-idle throttle recovery, and deaden exhaust note definition.

The Engineering Solution

Engineered as a direct bolt-on upgrade, this cat-back system utilizes continuous mandrel-bent 409/304 grade stainless steel tubing to maintain uniform internal diameter across all bends. Smooth internal wall geometry maximizes laminar flow velocity and lowers thermal retention beneath the floor pans. The straight-through, sound-damped performance muffler utilizes high-temperature packing to manage resonance without drone. Complete with solid-stock, pre-welded exhaust hangers configured to stock isolator points, heavy-duty connection flanges, and precision-cut exit tips, this system installs without cutting or frame modification while providing long-term resistance to cyclic thermal fatigue.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

• 2013-2015 Toyota Tacoma (Base, Pre Runner) 2.7L I4 2TR-FE (Second Generation / N200)
• 2016-2020 Toyota Tacoma (SR, SR5) 2.7L I4 2TR-FE (Third Generation / N300)

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this fit the N200 and N300 Tacoma?
Yes, this is a direct fit for the 2013-2020 Toyota Tacoma equipped with the 2.7L 2TR-FE engine utilizing OEM chassis hanger locations.

Will this cat-back trigger a Check Engine Light (CEL)?
No, because installation occurs strictly downstream of the factory catalytic converters and secondary O2 sensors, OEM air-fuel monitoring remains completely undisturbed.

The Toyota Truck Caliber

Built for commercial work fleets and off-road trail endurance, this assembly withstands aggressive washouts, gravel impact, and heavy payload cycles without fracturing welds or dropping hangers.