2002 toyota Tacoma 4x4 for Sale

2002 Toyota Tacoma 4X4 For Sale: As the Tacoma rakes determinedly via a deep as well as muddy pit, I remember my childhood when I utilized to have fun with a plaything called a Stomper. The little, battery-powered, plastic vehicles had a long-term motorized 4x4 driveline - they were practically unstoppable on a mini scale, and so much fun that I would certainly typically play until the batteries were completely depleted. Several decades later, I'm behind the wheel of the 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro, which I finest call a modern, full-size, reincarnation of my favored childhood years plaything.


2002 Toyota Tacoma 4X4 For Sale


2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro 4x4

Toyota's Tacoma has been America's very popular mid-size pick-up for a long time (almost increasing the sales of its nearby rival, inning accordance with the experts at Kelley Blue Book). It's versatile, rugged, as well as trustworthy-- 3 high qualities that get on the top of the "needs to have" listing for shoppers because segment. The third-generation Tacoma, initially on sale for the 2016 model year, presented a more powerful frame with more high-strength steel, an updated powertrain, and also a far more aggressive look. On top of Tacoma's model range is the TRD Pro 4x4, boasting tough off-road equipment for those venturing far off paved surface areas.

The TRD Pro is based upon the Tacoma TRD Off-Road 4x4 Dual Taxicab short-bed model. The basic engine is a 3.5-liter V6, rated at 278 horsepower and also 265 pound-feet of torque. Purchasers are provided the choice in between a 6-speed manual, or a 6-speed automatic - both come with a low-range transfer situation and Toyota's 4WDemand 4x4 system. While optional on various other trim degrees, the tow plan is basic on the TRD Pro, which enables proprietors to tow approximately 6,800 extra pounds.

From the outside, the TRD Pro is distinguished by a heritage-inspired "TOYOTA" front grille (with projector-beam halogen fronts lights as well as LED fog lights), passed out hood scoop, color-keyed outside mirrors, door manages and rear bumper. The black fenders home 16-inch TRD black alloy wheels wrapped in Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Kevlar-reinforced tires. Less noticeable is the TRD Pro light weight aluminum front skid plate, TRD-tuned front springtimes (with a 1-inch lift) and also TRD-tuned back suspension. The crowning achievement are the 4 FOX 2.5-inch inner bypass shocks (repainted brigh red), which are much more capable of socking up misuse than the common non-bypass shocks located on almost every display room truck on the market.

The cabin of the TRD Pro is fitted with a lengthy checklist of basic equipment, plus it shows up with leather-trimmed heated pole position. There are "TRD Pro" logo designs anywhere-- you'll find them on the head restraints, change knob, as well as flooring mats.

Do not perplex the TRD Pro for a comfortable traveler truck-- it's not. The cabin is professional, with the majority of the surfaces made of hard plastic or vinyl (they are fantastic for cleansing, yet they feel out of area in a car with an MSRP in excess of $40,000). The seating setting is awkward, also, with brief pillows and traveler legs forced onward, not down, as a result of superficial footwells.

The V6 has energy, but it really feels tested to move the 4,425-pound pick-up off the line with gusto. While the 0-60 miles per hour time isn't bad (less than eight seconds), the engine should be flogged difficult to achieve those figures as well as the transmission isn't really constantly smooth. Handling is best referred to as soft and also floaty, which is similarly criticized on the springs as well as the tires. Braking is also less-than-impressive, with the back drums providing the stopping system an awkward and hoggish feel at low rates. The Tacoma TRD Pro is a vehicle-- it will not let you forget it.

Rather than use it for all the incorrect factors, I drove up to the Hungry Valley Recreational Location, near Gorman, The golden state, to invest some time off-roading the substantial park. Basically, I was placing this Cement-colored fish back in the water.