Tacoma

No one outgrows recess, they just outgrow the playground.

Flexible and refined drivetrains, competent off-road, multiple body configurations, available stability control, solid build quality and reliability record. Instrumentation is well laid out and easy to use. Lots of cup holders. Stereo is just great.

It has plenty of power and rides fairly smooth for a midsize. Looks great. Easy to change oil.

A capable compact pickup with a variety of body styles and a strong reputation for reliability.

 

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Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options

The Toyota Tacoma comes in three body styles: Regular Cab, Xtracab and Double Cab. Each is available with two-wheel or four-wheel drive. Toyota also offers Tacomas with a “PreRunner” designation. PreRunners are 2WD trucks that have the looks and heavy-duty suspension of 4WD models.

The Double Cab is a compact crew cab that offers four full-size doors and a longer passenger compartment for people who want a pickup and an SUV but can’t afford both. In order to keep overall length reasonable for on- and off-road maneuverability, the Double Cab’s bed length is shortened to 61.5 inches.

Toyota also offers a special 2WD S-Runner Xtracab sport truck equipped with the V6, a five-speed manual transmission and a sport-tuned suspension. On most Tacomas, items like air conditioning, cruise control, bucket seats and power windows and locks are all optional.

Toyota does offer two optional packages: SR5 and Limited that bundle the most desired features. A TRD off-road package is also available that includes an upgraded suspension, meaty 16-inch tires and a locking rear differential.

Powertrains and Performance

You’ll find one of three engines underneath the hood of a Tacoma. Two-wheel-drive Tacomas get a 2.4-liter, four-cylinder base engine, rated at 142 horsepower and 160 pound-feet of torque.

Tacoma 4WDs and 2WD PreRunners are upgraded with 2.7-liter four with 150 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque. Standard on Double Cab and optional on Xtracab models is a 3.4-liter V6 that whips out 190 horses and 220 lb-ft of torque.

Transmission choices include either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic. When it comes to towing power, four-cylinder models can handle up to 3,500 pounds, while the V6 is capable of handling up to 5,000 pounds.

Safety

Antilock brakes with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution are standard on all Tacomas. Traction control is standard on V6 models and stability control is optional. In government crash testing, the Toyota Tacoma earned three stars (out of a possible five) for driver safety in frontal impacts and four stars for the passenger.

Interior Design and Special Features

The Tacoma’s interiors are industrial in design and look dated, but are constructed of high-quality materials. Switchgear is logically placed and easy to use. The seats are comfortable.