If you are a Toyota Tacoma owner, chances are that you know a thing or two about off-road fun. When you are out on the trails, it is easy to find yourself in tricky situations in terms of weather, the environment, and your overall surroundings. The result? Your Tacoma bumpers and rocker panels could end up getting some significant damage in the form of scratches, cracks, and dings, you name it!
However, that should not deter you from having some off-road adventures in your tough Tacoma. After all, isn’t that why you bought it? Instead, you could invest in some great protection to ensure your Tacoma remains in one solid piece. And that protection comes in many different forms. In this post, we will focus on aftermarket front and rear bumpers.
Most aftermarket bumpers are manufactured from high-quality steel, which is significantly stronger than the OEM components. By investing in an aftermarket bumper, your Toyota Tacoma will be able to take quite the beating without ruining your day. What’s more, many bumpers out there can actually improve your truck’s approach and departure angles.
While the list below may not include all the great options out there, it is a good place to start your search. So, what are you waiting for? Start planning your next trailing adventure now!
#1 Addictive Desert Designs Front Bumper
The Addictive Desert Designs Stealth Fighter Front Bumper gives your Toyota Tacoma a more stylish and aggressive appearance while delivering unparalleled front-end protection. It is one of the brand’s best-fitting and mean-looking bumpers on the market. The bumper spotlights a modern radius plate design that allows it to keep a snug fit around the front of the Tacoma to match the factory contours.
Crafted from premium materials, this front bumper delivers added strength and impressive capabilities. It has been rigorously tested to ensure it can withstand even the most extreme off-road conditions. With Addictive Desert Designs’ universal light mount system, you also have the option to install an auxiliary light for better illumination, especially when trekking through unfamiliar grounds. It can accommodate a 30-inch radius LED bar right in the center of the bumper. The side mounts can also fit a single cube light per side. What’s more, the reinforced clevis mounts allow the use of a 3/4-inch D-ring for even more utility.
The Addictive Desert Designs Stealth Fighter Front Bumper for the Toyota Tacoma is expertly engineered using heavy-duty .120-inch thick wall steel tubing and skid plates. This front bumper is built in the USA as a direct-fit and fully bolt-on replacement part. The bumper assembly uses the Tacoma’s existing factory mounting holes to make installation a breeze. There is no drilling or modifications needed. All of the included panels, tubes, and hardware are finished in a durable black powder-coating to keep them further protected against corrosion and other off-road elements.
#2 Addictive Desert Designs Rear Bumper
To complete the rugged look of your Toyota Tacoma, be sure to also check out the Addictive Desert Designs Stealth Fighter Rear Bumper. The version featured here includes pre-drilled backup sensors, although you can also opt for the original version. Both retain the OEM trailer hitch and trailer plug bracket.
This rear bumper is specifically designed to offer the ultimate in rear-end protection with the use of low-profile plate steel. What’s more, the Stealth Fighter bumper is intended to act as a defense shield while still maintaining the factory truck body lines. In fact, this rear bumper is one of the slimmest ones on the market, boasting unique styling cues without adding bulk or size to the Toyota Tacoma.
The Addictive Desert Designs rear bumper features a durable steel plate construction with a satin black powder-coat finish on the panels for added corrosion resistance. This rear bumper also boasts unique features that will give you a better off-road driving experience no matter where you take your Tacoma. That includes two rear-facing cube light mounts that give you the option to install additional rear lights for better visibility. There are also reinforced clevis mounts for 3/4-inch D-rings.
This Stealth Fighter Rear Bumper is designed for a simple installation process and everything needed for its assembly is included. No modifications are required. It uses all factory mounting points so that you do not need to drill holes into your Tacoma.
#3 DV8 Offroad Front Bumper
The DV8 Offroad Front Bumper is designed to deliver exceptional protection at a fraction of the weight of ordinary steel bumpers. While the bumper is crafted with 3/16-inch steel and 1/4-inch reinforcements throughout, DV8 shaves off every pound possible using strategic cutouts and mesh aluminum grilles that can be removed and also color-matched to your vehicle. The DV8 Offroad Front Bumper uses OE mounting points but requires some cutting to the factory bumper in order to install it properly.
DV8 also integrates two LED light holes into the bumper for improved visibility and even allows for a third 30-inch LED light bar in the bull bar. This bumper includes two shackle recovery points with D-rings and is designed to accommodate up to a 12,500-pound winch. The unique three-piece design allows truck owners to easily replace one of the parts if they are damaged in an accident. It also gives drivers the opportunity to change out the end pieces for a different look, i.e. Baja, plate, high-clearance, and more.
It is safe to say that DV8 Offroad did not sacrifice style or functionality when creating these bumpers. Every bumper uses razor-thin adjoining edges to keep the full-size bumper look and brackets that extend from the bumper ends to the frame, where necessary, to offer exceptional strength and rigidity.
Lastly, the DV8 Offroad Front Bumper is finished in a two-step powder-coating process. The first step consists of coating the bumper with a thick layer of a proprietary compound for corrosion resistance. The company then coats it with a textured black, UV-resistant, scratch-resistant powder coating for added protection. The result is a bumper that will look good and perform well for the lifetime of your Tacoma.
#4 DV8 Offroad Rear Bumper
The DV8 Offroad Rear Bumper is the perfect addition to your truck, especially when paired with the front bumper above. This DV8 rear bumper is purposefully engineered to provide unmatched protection at a fraction of the weight of ordinary steel counterparts. Although these bumpers are constructed from 3/16-inch steel and 1/4-inch reinforcements, DV8 uses strategic cutouts and mesh aluminum grilles that can be removed and even color-matched to your Tacoma truck.
The lightweight steel construction delivers incredible impact resistance and resilience so you can rest easy when hitting the trails. What’s more, the surface is finished using a two-stage powder-coating process that provides extra protection against corrosion, scratches, abrasions, and UV rays. Installation is fairly straightforward and can be completed in just a couple of hours using simple tools found right in your own garage.
This DV8 Offroad Rear Bumper retains access to the spare tire with an optional step for easy access. DV8 also integrates two LED backup lights into the bumper for improved visibility while reversing. This especially comes in handy in the dark and when traveling in unfamiliar places. This bumper includes two shackle recovery points and utilizes the factory license plate lights. With heavy-duty construction and added lighting, this rear bumper is a great value and will pay off in the long-run.
#5 Fab Fours Vengeance Front Bumper
The Fab Fours Vengeance Front Bumper looks as aggressive as it sounds. What’s more, it offers unmatched protection for your Toyota Tacoma’s front end even in the toughest conditions. Fab Fours expertly engineered its Vengeance bumpers to be lightweight while offering a sleek and stylish appearance. The fit of this bumper is high and tight to the contours of your truck.
The Vengeance Front Bumper pictured here is the Pre-Runner Guard version, which is sensor compatible; you can also opt for the bumper with no guard as well. Like all Fab Fours’ products, this is a vehicle-specific bumper and will match the body contours of your truck perfectly. It is a full replacement bumper offering maximum protection benefits both on and off the road. The bumper arrives fully assembled and ready to bolt on to your truck. It also includes all the hardware necessary to bolt directly to the frame of your Tacoma.
This bumper features a 20-inch light bar housing in the center and mounting options on each side for two two-inch dually LED lights to give you maximum visibility. It also includes lower cutouts to provide maximum airflow for intercoolers. Fab Fours applies a premium powder-coating to its bumpers to offer a superior protective barrier between the heavy-duty steel and environmental elements your truck will come in contact with. Not only does the sleek matte black finish look rugged, but it will also perform the same.
#6 Fab Fours Vengeance Rear Bumper
The Fab Fours Vengeance Rear Bumper is the matching bumper for the Vengeance Front Bumper mentioned above. This American-made, heavy-duty steel bumper spotlights sharp curves and fits perfectly with your Tacoma’s rear. As with every product in the Vengeance lineup, this bumper also boasts light weight while delivering superior strength and added styling to your truck. It is finished in a stunning black powder coat to give it that extra rugged look while providing a superior barrier of protection against the tough off-road conditions you may experience.
The bumper is crafted from high-grade 11-gauge U.S. steel and includes two front-side openings to allow for four two-inch dually lights or two six-inch light bars. The Vengeance rear bumper is designed to house multiple lighting combinations, like light bars and pods, on either side for added customization. It is also equipped with special cutouts and covers for license plate lights and trailer light hookups. It is a direct replacement for your stock bumper and includes all the necessary hardware needed for installation.
The Fab Fours Vengeance Rear Bumper retains the Tacoma’s OEM receiver hitch and wiring locations. It is also sensor compatible on most models and will give your vehicle the protection it deserves. What’s more, the structure of this bumper is backed by the manufacturer for its lifetime.
