Toyota Tacoma 2012

Toyota Tacoma 2012: For the very first time in 10 years, pick-up followers lastly obtained an all-new Toyota Tacoma last year. Although the basic shape and also idea continued to be, the Taco obtained brand-new designing, a brand-new engine, an upgraded interior and also several new functions, putting a modern spin on this preferred midsize pickup.


Toyota Tacoma 2012


Primarily, the 2017 Toyota Tacoma keeps its precursors' positioning as the go-to midsize truck choice for off-roading and other rugged adventures. Especially when you select among the three TRD trim levels, it could go places and do things that the Chevrolet Colorado as well as GMC Canyon would flush at. The Honda Ridgeline would laugh, reverse and also go house. On the other hand, it's still much less comfy, sizable and also refined compared to those trucks, meaning it's much less desirable as a day-to-day chauffeur.

However really, we like this purposeful, uncompromised nature. Although the Tacoma will not be for everybody due to it, it'll additionally be flawlessly suited for those who prefer its special abilities.

What's New for 2017?

After its redesign in 2014, the Tacoma gets in 2017 with a brand-new TRD Pro trim degree. There are also some minor devices adjustments also.

Requirement Quality & Options

The 2017 Toyota Tacoma is used in 5 trim levels: base-level SR, midlevel SR5, high end Minimal as well as the off-road-oriented TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road and also TRD Pro trims. Most versions (SR, SR5 and also the TRD designs) use a prolonged taxi (Access Taxi) or team taxi (Dual Cab) alternative, though the Limited is only used in Dual Taxi role.

The base-level SR ($ 24,300) does not consist of a lot, just touting a backup cam, steel wheels, power devices, air conditioning, Bluetooth phone and sound connectivity, a GoPro mount as well as a 6-inch touchscreen interface with Toyota's Entune Audio system and also a USB port. The SR likewise comes requirement with the 4-cylinder engine, though it can be upgraded to the V6.

Successive is the midlevel SR5 ($ 26,400), which adds keyless access, cruise ship control, satellite radio, enhanced exterior trim, back tinted windows, a leather-wrapped wheel with phone and sound controls, fog lights, satellite radio, Siri Eyes Free for Apple iPhones and also a mobile phone app-based navigating system.

From there, vehicle drivers could upgrade to the TRD Sporting Activity ($ 30,700), which flaunts keyless access with push-button starting, an off-road suspension, Toyota's excellent Crawl Control system, a digital securing back differential, LED daytime running lights, 17-in alloy wheels, a wireless phone charger, an auto-dimming mirror, back vehicle parking sensors as well as a 7-in touchscreen consisting of Toyota's Entune App Suite and a navigation system. Team taxicabs consist of a power rear home window. TRD Sport versions likewise come basic with the V6.

Vehicle drivers seeking to get back at additionally off the sidewalk could select the TRD Off-Road ($ 31,900), which flaunts off-road-oriented wheels as well as tires, better boosted suspension, skid plates, the removal of the front air dam for far better strategy angle, a securing back differential, an off-road-oriented traction-enhancement system (includes numerous terrain-specific setups) and also a changed appearance.

Topping the range is the Restricted ($ 35,900), which is just provided in team taxi (Double Taxi) role. The Tacoma Limited drops some of the TRD models' off-road devices, but includes 18-in alloy wheels, leather furniture, warmed front seats, back auto parking sensing units, a power sunroof, dual-zone environment control, a dead spot monitoring system and back cross-traffic alert.

The TRD Pro ($ 41,000) is crew taxicab just and also essentially includes in the TRD Off-Road unique styling, upgraded shocks, additional ground clearance and also the Limited's more luxury-oriented additionals.

When it pertains to choices, numerous Tacoma versions use readily available equipment that's basic on greater trim levels. For instance, most of the Tacoma Limited's functions are readily available on TRD designs, several TRD features can be had on the SR5 and several SR5 features are optional on the SR.

2016 Toyota Tacoma Evaluation

LIKES
-Online reputation for strength and also durability
-Rich, thoughtful collection of off-road tools
-Enhanced trip and cabin quiet
-Much better mpg

DISLIKES
-Sitting setting
-Limited head room
-Pricier compared to comparable trucks

2015 Toyota Tacoma Testimonial

LIKES

-Nicely arranged controls
-Excellent resale worth
-Base variations are quite -economical
-Still offers a four-cylinder engine
-Integrity becomes part of its road cred

DISAPPROVAL

-Very finely cushioned seats
-Ride gets uneasy, also in base variations
-Obtains extremely pricey in specialty, V-6 variations
-Poor street handling

2014 Toyota Tacoma Preview

Specs
-Gas Mileage21 mpg City/25 mpg Hwy
-EngineRegular Unleaded I-4, 2.7 L.
-EPA ClassNo Information.
-Design Name2WD Routine Taxicab Requirement Bed I4 Guidebook (SE).
-DrivetrainRear Wheel Drive.
-Traveler Capacity3.
-Guest Doors2.
-Body StyleRegular Taxicab Pick-up - Long Bed.
-TransmissionTransmission: 5-Speed Handbook.

2013 Toyota Tacoma Review

LIKES

-Base versions are quite affordable
-Still offers a four-cylinder engine
-Neatly organized controls
-Good resale value
-Reliability is part of its street cred

DISLIKES

-Ride gets jittery, even in base versions
-Seats are thinly padded
-Street handling is poor
-Gets very expensive in specialty, V-6 versions

2012 Toyota Tacoma Review

LIKES

-Affordability
-Fuel-efficient four
-Simple, straightforward controls
-Strong resale value
-Reputation for toughness and reliability

DISLIKES

-Choppy, jittery ride
-Uncomfortable seats
-Not very maneuverable
-V-6 models are pricey
-Bluetooth not widely available

2011 Toyota Tacoma Review

LIKES
-Low base price
-Fuel-efficient four-cylinder
-Simple, straightforward instrument panel
-Reputation for toughness and reliability
-Strong resale value

DISLIKES

-Hard, bouncy ride
-Uncomfortable seats
-Not very maneuverable
-V-6 models are pricey
-Bluetooth not widely available

2010 Toyota Tacoma Review

LIKES

-Affordable, fuel-efficient base four-cylinder
-Simple, straightforward instrument panel
-Reputation for toughness and reliability
-Strong resale value

DISLIKES

-Hard, bouncy ride
-Uncomfortable seats
-Not very maneuverable
-V-6 models are pricey

2009 Toyota Tacoma Review

LIKES

-Reputation for toughness and reliability
-Uncomplicated instrument panel
-Fuel-efficient four-cylinder model

DISLIKES
-V-6 models are expensive
-Missing some safety features
-Uncomfortable seats
-Not much more maneuverable than a full-size
-Harder, less settled ride than rivals

2008 Toyota Tacoma Review

LIKES

-Fuel-efficient four-cylinder model
-Simple instrument panel
-Reputation for reliability and durability

DISLIKES

-Not much more maneuverable than a full-size
-Harder, less settled ride than rivals
-Seats lack support
-Lacks safety features
-V-6 models can get very pricey

2007 Toyota Tacoma Review

Revamped in 2005, the portable Tacoma pickup proceeds for 2007 with only minor tweaks-- including bigger, redesigned seats, two-toned scale panel, and chrome trim. Additionally, the optional Automobile Stability Control (VSC) system could now be turned off by the chauffeur. The typical 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine generates 159 horsepower while the optional 4.0-liter V-6 comes in at 236 horsepower. Both engines show up downrated compared to the '06 variations, however the differences just reflect modifications in the means horse power is gauged and reported.

2006 Toyota Tacoma Review

Upgraded last year, the compact Tacoma pickup continues for 2006 with only small tweaks, which includes a freshly typical tire-pressure monitor. Eighteen version arrangements are readily available, based on 3 taxicab kinds: Regular Cab, expanded Accessibility Taxi with dual rear access doors and tumble flat rear seats, as well as the four-door Double Taxicab. The common powerplant is a 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes Variable Shutoff Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) to create 164 horse power and also 183 lb-ft of torque; it uses an option in between a five-speed guidebook and a four-speed automatic transmission. Also readily available is a 4.0-liter VVT-i V-6 that creates 245 horsepower and 282 lb-ft of torque that can be mated to a six-speed handbook or a five-speed automatic transmission. Anti-lock brakes with Digital Brakeforce Circulation and also Brake Help are basic, with side-curtain air bags and also Automobile Security Control optional. An AccessCab set up X-Runner version supplies a longer wheelbase, a larger track and reduced trip height, as well as comes powered by the V-6 and six-speed guidebook. A readily available Toyota Competing Development supercharger enhances this powerplant's output by around 60 more steeds.

2005 Toyota Tacoma Review
No review

2004 Toyota Tacoma Preview

Specs
-Gas Mileage: 22 mpg City/27 mpg Hwy
-Engine: Gas I4, 2.4L
-EPA ClassNo Data
-Style Name: 2WD Regular Cab I4 Manual (GS)
-Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive
-Passenger Capacity: 3
-Passenger Doors: 2
-Body Style: Regular Cab Pickup - Short Bed
-Transmission5-speed manual transmission w/OD

2003 Toyota Tacoma Preview

Specs
-Gas Mileage: 22 mpg City/27 mpg Hwy
-Engine: Gas I4, 2.4L
-EPA Class: No Data
-Style Name: 2WD Regular Cab I4 Manual (GS)
-Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive
-Passenger Capacity: 3
-Passenger Doors: 2
-Body Style: Regular Cab Pickup - Short Bed
-Transmission: 5-speed manual transmission w/OD

2002 Toyota Tacoma Preview

Specs

-Gas Mileage: 22 mpg City/27 mpg Hwy
-Engine: Gas I4, 2.4L
-EPA Class: No Data
-Style Name: 2WD Regular Cab I4 Manual (GS)
-Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive
-Passenger Capacity: 3
-Passenger Doors: 2
-Body Style: Regular Cab Pickup - Short Bed
-Transmission: 5-speed manual transmission w/OD

2001 Toyota Tacoma Review

Toyota's compact pickups are easy to take for approved. Proprietors appear to think they can lug absurd tons and continue running without normal maintenance so they pack them up like semis and drive them up until the crankcase oil turns to taffy. Toyota dealers seem to look upon them as an annuity, regularly offering well with very little promotion and absolutely no effort. As well as because they haven't altered much since the introduction of the current generation and its Tacoma name in 1995, there's rarely much news for the press to get excited around.

For 2001 nonetheless, there's something brand-new in Tacomaville, with upgrading throughout the line, as well as the addition of four-door Double Cab as well as S-Runner road efficiency versions.

Next year we'll be back overlooking the Tacoma once more, no question.

2000 Toyota Tacoma Preview

Specs:

-Gas Mileage: 22 mpg City/26 mpg Hwy
-Engine: Gas I4, 2.4L
-EPA Class: No Data
-Style Name: 2WD Regular Cab I4 Manual
-Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive
-Passenger Capacity: 3
-Passenger Doors: 2
-Body Style: Regular Cab Pickup - Standard Bed
-Transmission: 5-speed manual transmission w/OD

1999 Toyota Tacoma Review

We could not help yet think of a scene from the end of the 1980s movie classic, Back to the Future when we were driving the 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4. "Marty, I completed waxing your vehicle - and I placed 3 layers of wax on this moment," Biff claimed with a smile, as he handed Marty McFly the keys to his 4x4 Toyota pickup.

Although Toyota's portable truck wasn't in fact christened Tacoma up until 1995, emotionally the Tacoma coincides as the black truck utilized in Back to the Future. Just as Marty's Toyota 4x4 looked like it was more than capable off-road, our truck, geared up with the $1,660 Toyota Racing Growth (TRD) off-road bundle, appeared to have similar abilities.

As well as with off roadway tuned suspension, black wheel arch moldings, 15-inch alloy wheels rolling on 31-inch tires and also a securing back differential, the Tacoma we examined absolutely had the tools required to take on significant off-road situations.

1998 Toyota Tacoma Preview

Specs
Gas Mileage: 22 mpg City/27 mpg Hwy
Engine: Gas I4, 2.4L
EPA Class: No Data
Style Name: 2WD Regular Cab I4 Manual
Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity: 3
Passenger Doors: 2
Body Style: Regular Cab Pickup - Long Bed
Transmission: 5-speed manual transmission w/OD

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