2008 toyota Tacoma

2008 Toyota Tacoma: For the very first time in Ten Years, pick-up followers lastly got an all-new Toyota Tacoma in 2015. Although the basic form as well as idea stayed, the Taco obtained new styling, a new engine, an updated interior and a number of new attributes, placing a contemporary spin on this prominent midsize pickup.


2008 Toyota Tacoma


Mainly, the 2017 Toyota Tacoma preserves its precursors' placing as the best midsize vehicle option for off-roading and also other tough experiences. Particularly when you choose among the three TRD trim levels, it could go locations and do things that the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon would certainly flush at. The Honda Ridgeline would certainly laugh, turn around and also go residence. On the other hand, it's still less comfy, roomy as well as refined compared to those trucks, suggesting it's less preferable as a day-to-day driver.

But really, we like this purposeful, uncompromised nature. Although the Tacoma won't be for everyone because of it, it'll additionally be perfectly matched for those that desire its distinct abilities.

What's New for 2017?

After its redesign in 2014, the Tacoma enters 2017 with a brand-new TRD Pro trim degree. There are additionally some small tools adjustments as well.

Requirement Features & Options

The 2017 Toyota Tacoma is offered in 5 trim levels: base-level SR, midlevel SR5, upscale Limited and the off-road-oriented TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road and also TRD Pro trims. Most versions (SR, SR5 and also the TRD designs) provide an extended cab (Gain access to Taxicab) or team taxicab (Dual Taxicab) alternative, though the Limited is only used in Dual Taxi guise.

The base-level SR ($ 24,300) doesn't include much, simply touting a backup electronic camera, steel wheels, power accessories, cooling, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, a GoPro mount and also a 6-inch touchscreen user interface with Toyota's Entune Stereo and a USB port. The SR also comes criterion with the 4-cylinder engine, though it can be upgraded to the V6.

Successive is the midlevel SR5 ($ 26,400), which includes keyless entrance, cruise control, satellite radio, enhanced outside trim, back tinted home windows, a leather-wrapped wheel with phone and audio controls, haze lights, satellite radio, Siri Eyes Free for Apple iPhones and a smartphone app-based navigation system.

From there, motorists could upgrade to the TRD Sporting Activity ($ 30,700), which boasts keyless access with push-button starting, an off-road suspension, Toyota's excellent Crawl Control system, an electronic securing back differential, LED daytime running lights, 17-in alloy wheels, a cordless phone battery charger, an auto-dimming mirror, rear vehicle parking sensing units and a 7-in touchscreen consisting of Toyota's Entune App Suite as well as a navigation system. Staff taxicabs include a power back home window. TRD Sporting activity models also come conventional with the V6.

Chauffeurs wanting to get even additionally off the sidewalk can select the TRD Off-Road ($ 31,900), which boasts off-road-oriented wheels and also tires, better boosted suspension, skid plates, the removal of the front air dam for better technique angle, a securing rear differential, an off-road-oriented traction-enhancement system (consists of different terrain-specific settings) as well as a revised look.

Covering the range is the Restricted ($ 35,900), which is only provided in crew taxicab (Double Taxi) semblance. The Tacoma Limited drops several of the TRD versions' off-road devices, yet adds 18-in alloy wheels, leather furniture, heated pole positions, rear parking sensing units, a power sunroof, dual-zone climate control, a blind spot surveillance system and also back cross-traffic alert.

The TRD Pro ($ 41,000) is staff taxicab just as well as basically contributes to the TRD Off-Road unique styling, upgraded shocks, additional ground clearance and the Limited's even more luxury-oriented extras.

When it pertains to alternatives, lots of Tacoma designs provide readily available devices that's common on higher trim levels. As an example, most of the Tacoma Limited's functions are offered on TRD versions, numerous TRD features can be had on the SR5 and also several SR5 features are optional on the SR.

2016 Toyota Tacoma Review

SORTS
-Online reputation for toughness and also longevity
-Rich, thoughtful set of off-road tools
-Enhanced trip and also cabin quiet
-Much better mpg

DISLIKES
-Sitting setting
-Limited head area
-More expensive than similar trucks

2015 Toyota Tacoma Review

SORTS

-Neatly arranged controls
-Good resale worth
-Base versions are fairly -economical
-Still supplies a four-cylinder engine
-Reliability belongs to its road cred

DISAPPROVAL

-Thinly cushioned seats
-Flight gets jittery, even in base variations
-Gets very pricey in specialized, V-6 versions
-Poor road handling

2014 Toyota Tacoma Preview

Specs
-Gas Mileage21 mpg City/25 mpg Hwy
-EngineRegular Unleaded I-4, 2.7 L.
-EPA ClassNo Information.
-Style Name2WD Normal Taxicab Standard Bed I4 Manual (SE).
-DrivetrainRear Wheel Drive.
-Passenger Capacity3.
-Passenger 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 continues for 2007 with only small tweaks-- including bigger, upgraded seats, two-toned scale panel, and chrome trim. Additionally, the optional Car Stability Control (VSC) system could currently be turned off by the vehicle driver. The typical 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine creates 159 horsepower while the optional 4.0-liter V-6 comes in at 236 horsepower. Both engines appear downrated compared to the '06 versions, yet the differences only reflect changes in the means horsepower is measured and also reported.

2006 Toyota Tacoma Review

Upgraded in 2014, the small Tacoma pickup proceeds for 2006 with only minor tweaks, which includes a freshly typical tire-pressure display. Eighteen design arrangements are readily available, based on three cab types: Normal Taxi, prolonged Gain access to Taxicab with double rear gain access to doors and also roll flat rear seats, and also the four-door Dual Taxi. The typical powerplant is a 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine that uses Variable Shutoff Timing with knowledge (VVT-i) to produce 164 horse power and also 183 lb-ft of torque; it supplies a selection between a five-speed guidebook as well as a four-speed automatic transmission. Additionally available is a 4.0-liter VVT-i V-6 that generates 245 horsepower and 282 lb-ft of torque that can be mated to a six-speed guidebook or a five-speed automated gearbox. Anti-lock brakes with Digital Brakeforce Circulation and also Brake Assist are standard, with side-curtain airbags and Lorry Stability Control optional. An AccessCab configured X-Runner version offers a longer wheelbase, a larger track and also lower flight height, and also 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 horses.

2005 Toyota Tacoma Review
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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 small pick-ups are easy to take for approved. Proprietors seem to assume they can lug ridiculous tons as well as continue running without regular maintenance so they load them up like semis and also drive them up until the crankcase oil resorts to taffy. Toyota dealers seem to look upon them as an annuity, frequently selling well with very little promotion and no initiative. As well as given that they have not altered a lot because the introduction of the most up to date generation and also its Tacoma name in 1995, there's rarely much information for the press to obtain delighted about.

For 2001 nonetheless, there's something brand-new in Tacomaville, with updating throughout the line, as well as the enhancement of four-door Dual Taxicab and also S-Runner street performance versions.

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

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 however think about a scene from completion of the 1980s film classic, Back to the Future when we were driving the 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4. "Marty, I completed waxing your truck - and I put 3 coats of wax on this time," Biff stated with a smile, as he handed Marty McFly the secrets to his four-wheel drive Toyota pickup.

Although Toyota's small vehicle had not been really christened Tacoma up until 1995, mentally the Tacoma is the same as the black vehicle utilized in Back to the Future. Just as Marty's Toyota 4x4 looked like it was greater than qualified off-road, our vehicle, equipped with the $1,660 Toyota Competing Growth (TRD) off-road bundle, showed up to have similar abilities.

And also with off road tuned suspension, black wheel arch moldings, 15-inch alloy wheels rolling on 31-inch tires and a securing rear differential, the Tacoma we examined definitely had the devices essential to tackle significant off-road circumstances.

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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