Overview & Reviews

For the 1996 Toyota Tacoma, Regular Cab 4WD models can be equipped with a new Off-Road Package.

User Reviews:

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  96 truck - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
  By More than Satisfied - October 30 - 2:00 am

  I bought this truck new , and now have 102,000 miles on it. It has never failed me. I got 83,000 on orig Firestone "Wilderness" tires. Changed battery at 95,000, and front pads/rotors turned at 97,000. Still has orig exhaust system, and everything else, starter, alternator, etc. I change oil every 4,000 miles with filter. Changed plugs at 60,000. With the 2.4, 5M, I can still get 29-30mpg on the highway, and 27-28 in combined driving. It is still a tight truck, I have never had front end alligned or any suspension work done, orig shocks. Yes, it was a little more expensive than others, but its never been in the shop, either.

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  1996 tacoma - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
  By esnfoster - September 18 - 2:00 am

  ive had no problems with this truck i do my oil change every 3000 miles and have put no repairs in it it has 195,786 miles on it

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  Awesome - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
  By John - May 29 - 3:46 am

  1996 Toyota Tacoma bought with 30,000 miles and it runs like a top! I have put 140,000 on it since i have owned it, keep the oil changed regularly and the truck gives me no problems. It does great for climbing in 4 wheel drive and does great to and from work for gas mileage. GET A TOYOTA TACOMA!

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  Dependable Tonka - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
  By Thai - January 8 - 9:46 pm

  I have had this truck for a few years. The only major maintenance was the starter. I have started to take it from LA to San Francisco. Tight fit on the inside. I agree I feel the bumps in the road. Mine is automatic and it is starting to feel rough in fourth gear.

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  Great Truck - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
  By B Groover - April 24 - 10:00 am

  I have owned my Tacoma LX 4x4 since 97 and put close to 60K miles on it. I recently had the AC compressor replaced, and that has been the only problem I have had. I have added a brush gaurd, roll bar, custom bumper and 33" wheels, and it really turns heads. A blast to drive both on and off road. I have definitely become a big Toyota Fan!

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  Solid - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
  By T White - November 24 - 3:00 am

  Purchased my truck new in March 1996 and put 41,000 miles on it within the first 8 months (driving between Charleston WV and Washington DC every weekend)... Truck now has 155K miles on it and still runs as good as ever... Only minor problems to date: Broken leaf spring, replaced starter, replace oxygen sensor, replace gearbox lubricant. Wouldnt own any other brand of truck... Next up would be a Tundra, but not till this little gem wears out, maybe 2027!!!

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  Overall Great, Dependable and Fun - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
  By Broeheem - November 18 - 4:20 am

  I bought this truck about a year ago, and am pretty happy with it. The 3.4 has more than enough gusto for me, the trans feels solid, and the suspension is a perfect balance of smooth ride and tight handling. SR5 has nearly all the toys standard and the factory option packages take care of the rest. I was determined to find one with all the options that you could get (except auto - would never own an auto). Exterior is the last decent-looking one before the headlights got massive, interior is not as sweet as the last model (and that hideous exploding steering pillow had to go immediately), but at least Toyota figured out that the speakers ought to NOT be pointing at the floor.