Best LED Headlights for the 2016–2023 Toyota Tacoma (3rd Gen) — Every Option Compared
Upgrading the headlights on your 3rd Gen Tacoma is one of the highest-impact mods you can make — better visibility at night, a modern face, and (with the right kit) plug-and-play install. This guide compares the best LED options for the 2016–2023 Toyota Tacoma and tells you exactly which fits your trim.
How to choose
Three things matter most: fitment (3rd Gen only), output and beam pattern, and whether you want sequential DRLs. Every product below is fitment-verified for your truck.
Plug-and-play vs. wiring
All of our recommended kits use the factory harness — no cutting. TSS-equipped trims keep the factory camera bracket.
Top picks compared
Our #1 overall is the AlphaRex NOVA-Series for its projector output and sequential C-bar DRL. For ditch coverage add the Baja Designs Squadron Sport ditch lights, and for fog upgrades the Diode Dynamics SS3 Pro.
| Kit | Type | DRL | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| AlphaRex NOVA | Projector | Sequential | Overall upgrade |
| Baja Squadron Sport | Ditch | — | Trail coverage |
| Diode SS3 Pro | Fog | — | Fog/visibility |
| Morimoto XB | Tail | Sequential | Rear styling |
Installation
Most headlight kits are a 1–2 hour job with hand tools. See each product's Installation tab for step-by-step instructions.
Final word
If you only do one thing, start with the headlights — then layer in ditch and fog lighting as your build grows.