Best Windshield Sunshades for the 2016–2023 Toyota Tacoma
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For a 2018–2023 Tacoma, Covercraft's UVS100 and WeatherTech's TechShade are the best custom-fit picks. 2016–2017 trucks can need a different version: Covercraft, for example, sells separate UVS100 shades for 2016–2017 and 2018–2023 because the windshield-mounted camera area changed.
Quick picks
- Best overall Covercraft UVS100 Custom Sunscreen Check price on Amazon
- Best rigid WeatherTech TechShade Check price on Amazon
- Folding custom Intro-Tech Ultimate Reflector TT-909-R Check price on Amazon
- Budget pick AutoTech Park Foldable Sunshade Check price on Amazon
On the 3rd-gen Tacoma, the windshield is shared across Access Cab and Double Cab trucks, but the model year matters. From 2018 the Tacoma added Toyota Safety Sense, and shade makers like Covercraft cut 2016–2017 and 2018–2023 shades differently around the mirror and camera area. Check your year before you order.
Which version do you have?
| Your Tacoma | What to check |
|---|---|
| 2016–2017 | Choose a shade listed for 2016–2017, or one that covers 2016–2023 |
| 2018–2023 | Choose a 2018–2023 version if the brand splits years |
| Any year with a GoPro, dash cam or windshield mount | Roll-up shades work around mounts better than rigid shades |
How we picked
- Matched each shade to the 3rd-gen Tacoma's year split (2016–2017 vs 2018–2023)
- Read Tacoma forum threads where owners compare shade fit and gaps
- Compared roll-up, rigid and folding designs
Buying guide: what matters on the Tacoma
The 2018 change
If a brand sells two Tacoma shades for this generation, the split is almost always 2016–2017 vs 2018–2023. Ordering the wrong one leaves a gap or a cutout in the wrong place.
Mirror base size
Several owners mention that trucks with larger mirror bases need a shade with a generous cutout. Read reviews from owners with your trim.
Windshield mounts
Many Tacoma owners run windshield-mounted cameras or phones. A flexible roll-up shade handles these better than a rigid panel.
Protecting the floors too? See our 3rd-gen Tacoma floor liners guide, where the manual vs automatic split matters.
Common fitment problems owners report
- 2018–2023 shades ordered for a 2016–2017 truck, or the reverse
- Rigid shades pressing on windshield-mounted cameras
- Universal "truck" shades that are too big for the Tacoma's windshield
- Gaps at the top corners with cheaper folding shades
FAQ
Do 3rd-gen Tacoma sunshades fit a 2024 Tacoma? No. The 4th-gen Tacoma has a different, smaller windshield. See our 2024+ Tacoma sunshade guide.
Is the windshield the same on Access Cab and Double Cab? Yes, the windshield is shared. Year matters more than cab style for sunshades.
Why does Covercraft sell two shades for the 3rd-gen Tacoma? They're cut differently for 2016–2017 and 2018–2023 trucks around the mirror and camera area.
Will a sunshade fit with a dash cam? Usually a roll-up shade will. Rigid shades may need to be trimmed or may not seat fully.
The picks in detail
1. Covercraft UVS100 Custom Sunscreen
Fits: 2018–2023 Tacoma (UV11577); a separate version is listed for 2016–2017
Does not fit: Order the version that matches your model year
A heavy, roll-up shade cut for the 3rd-gen Tacoma windshield, with different cuts for early and later trucks. Owners on Tacoma forums regularly name it as the shade that leaves the fewest gaps.
- Cut for your exact year range
- Thick, insulating material
- Multiple colors
- Must pick the right year version
- Bulky when rolled up
2. WeatherTech TechShade
Fits: 2016–2023 Tacoma, per retailer listings; full-vehicle kits available
Does not fit: Check mirror/camera notes on the listing for your year
A rigid, foam-core shade that holds itself in the windshield. Also sold as a full-vehicle kit for the side and rear glass — popular with owners who park in direct sun all day.
- Holds itself in place
- Full-vehicle kit option
- Clean, tight edges
- Large and rigid to store
- Higher price
3. Intro-Tech Ultimate Reflector TT-909-R
Fits: Toyota Tacoma — owner reviews report a good fit on 2021–2022 trucks
Does not fit: Confirm your year on the listing
A folding custom-fit reflector shade with a storage bag. Owners of 3rd-gen trucks report a good fit, with only small gaps.
- Folds flat into a bag
- Sturdy enough to stay up
- Custom-shaped
- Small gaps reported by some owners
- Year coverage less clear than Covercraft
4. AutoTech Park Foldable Sunshade
Fits: 2016–2022 Tacoma, per the listing; owners report it fits 2023 too
Does not fit: Trucks with the larger tech-package mirror base should check reviews
A rigid, budget-friendly shade that owners say covers the whole windshield. Some reviewers with the tech package mention the larger mirror base, so check clearance.
- Full coverage at a lower price
- Rigid panels stay in place
- Storage bag included
- Listing range stops at 2022
- Tight around larger mirror bases