Overview & Reviews
The 2005 Toyota Tacoma has been completely redesigned.
- Flexible and refined drivetrains, excellent off-road ability, 18 different body configurations, available stability control, solid build quality and reliability record, well-trimmed interior, unique bed features.
- Manual gearbox still vague through the gears, awkward emergency brake.
User Reviews:
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Great motor and reliable but Toyota quality poor. - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
By Dollarbill - December 29 - 11:18 pmHaving owned this Truck 10 years it has been reliable and solid. Poor gas milage and plasticky interior, doors are Fisher Price plastic and cracking.. Roomy in double cab. Beware of Toyota and them not confessing their problems with cracking leaf Springs and rusty frames. Toyota hides until they are smoked out on the many suspension problems.. Still awaiting my reimbursement for fixing the broken recalled parts.. Will be going back to Ford soon enough. Customer service experience is abysmal and Toyota seems to be riding on the past quality..
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I love my Taco! - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
By drg - December 16 - 6:26 amGot the Prerunner, Access, 4 cyl, manual. Ordered it. Great styling inside & out. This is my first Toyota & Im very impressed, tho I feel shafted by the dealer. The prerunner concept is great - the looks of 4WD w/o the cost. Only problem is the clutch pedal is killing my calf. The pedal throw is way too much - my heel hits the floorboard before the clutch is 1/2 way depressed so I have to point my toes to the extreme in order to shift. Shoulda got an automatic! The dealer cant tell me if the pedal is adjustable unless I bring it in. Got it for 1% over invoice but the dealer said I couldnt order VSC. Toyota should ditch the dealers and let people order straight from the factory!
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Happy w/ 05 Toyota Tacoma Dbl Cab L-Bd - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
By From Highway to Mtns - November 15 - 11:30 pmNo buyers remorse here. I put 275K on my last Toyota truck and have every expectation of doing it again with my PK package Double Cab Long Bed. With 1500 miles on the truck, Im getting 21 mpg on the highway and 17 city. Im using the recommend 91 octane; even though the dealer said 87 would do. The truck is an eye-catcher, getting comments everywhere it goes. I would be comfortable taking on the town for a black-tie affair or into the mountains, as I did this past weekend, for climbing trails and hauling wild-game.
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minor gripes - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
By Bob - October 4 - 7:06 amWhile still a new babe in the woods my 05 Tacoma is stunning beautiful, handles very well and the gas mileage is a real plus. I cant believe how finally someone in the automotive world woke up and designed an oil filter at a location where you can actually get to it without crawling under the vehicle. It is revolutionary, sort of. Anyway, simple types appreciate this kind of thought. It sells. I will say that even with all of the good things my Tacoma has to offer, I am disappointed in the lousy cup holders at the front of the console, my kitchen cup just doesnt work and I have been living with it for 25 years. A more universal holder would be better for future upgrades.
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the best truck that Ive ever owned - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
By mikethesatisfied - September 18 - 10:00 amThis is the best truck that Ive ever owned. Ive owned several trucks, Mazda, Chevrolet,Dodge and a Ford. But as far as comfort and ride goes, Toyota can not be beaten.
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An Awesome Truck - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
By Christopher Lukasz - September 8 - 9:23 amThe best truck I ever owned, I have about 15000 miles on it now and its still feels like it brand new. Only problem that I had was the rear springs were making noise but all they need was a little grease and now theyre good as new. I highly recomend this truck to anybody, I think its the best truck out there right now.
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My Toy - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
By Phillip - August 11 - 3:46 amThis is a great truck coming from a 1985 GMC Sierra. The gas mileage is great and it is a great truck to all over the place. I really love this truck
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Great Truck - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
By huey - July 31 - 6:13 pm4x4 TRD Sport DCab LB in silver. This truck is awesome and so surprise that my mom actually likes it too(she hates trucks) but since its so smooth/quiet, she loves it. Lots of power and handles great.
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full size compromize - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
By ED - July 29 - 6:03 amI bought this truck expecting good fuel economy and rugged capabilities. It is a great truck for off roading, towing, and getting dirty and if you want to look tough on your commute to work. The truck has disappointing fuel economy i rarely if ever got above 17 mpg on the freeway. the ground clearance is high so if youre under 58" better get the steps or nerf tubes. the automatic was terrible, it always searched for a right gear and downshifted constantly with the cruise control on, even on level roads, and engine noise gets pretty loud.
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I love my Tacoma! - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
By boone88rr - July 21 - 11:36 pmIve only had my truck for about a month now. Its fantastic. I thought it wouldnt be as exciting as driving my BMW but it is! Im still "breaking-in" the engine and the gas mileage improves everyday. I test drove the 4 cylinder and it had great power but as soon as I drove the V6, I couldnt go back. Its a rocket on the road and I cant wait to take it 4x4-ing on the beach and the 4 wheel drive will come in handy if we have another winter like the last one here in the Northeast. Its my first brand new car/truck so Ive definitely been babying it. My girlfriend is a little jealous. It wasnt named "2005 Truck of the Year" for nothing!
