Overview & Reviews
A moonroof is available now on PreRunners and S-Runners have color-keyed side badging.
- Flexible and refined drivetrains, competent off-road capabilities, multiple body configurations.
- High price, most convenience features are optional, no third or fourth door on Xtracabs.
User Reviews:
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At 95K its still truckin - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
By Distance Driver - September 28 - 5:13 amApproaching 95,000 miles and my 2.7L 4 cyl is still zooming along. No let up in the power though I pause for thought when the truck seems to "lurch" at stop lights. It gets warmed up and everything seems to gell for the rest of my drive. Light weight so it can be too bouncey even in the highway and a challenge to control in wind driven rain. Pleased with the quality and had no really expensive or repeated problems. Pretty much the next 50K miles is make or break for me buying another Toyota since Ive had less expensive Fords make it to this point just fine. I expect to be driving my 02 at 150K so heres hoping I see many more miles and that the next one is a Texas-made Tundra.
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Tacoma Double Cab - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
By dieck - September 18 - 10:00 amI purchased the Tacoma Double cab after much research. If you negotiate with the dealer and get it near invoice, it is an excellent value. I have the space to carry 5 adults. This is perfect for us because My wife and I can take our infant daughter and two guests (another couple). The bed is much more utilitarian than an SUV of comperable size. With a spray in bedliner it can haul anything without risk of scratch or dent. The truck rides nicely with the TRD package and has enough ground clearance and a rear locker to get me out of anything I get myself into. Overall, I love it and would recommend it to anyone.
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My Truck - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
By Schotts631 - September 5 - 11:46 amI bought this truck new in 2002 and besides a replaced power steering pump (under warranty) I have had no mechanical issues. Toyota quality is second to none. Only gripes I have is the placement of the clock, and a jittery ride over bad pavement, and mediocre gas mileage (18 mpg avg.) but hey, its a truck. Stock tires were crap and after replacing them with bridgestone Dueler A/T Revos the handling improved greatly. This truck has never let me down, and Ill probably have it forever. Its still as solid as the day I drove it off the lot. It always pays to have a great pickup.
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Good truck with minor bugs - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
By riddleja - April 27 - 7:53 amMajor components are all solid and reliable, but fit & finish arent up to my expectations of a Toyota. Numerous dashboard rattles (not fixed after 20 trips to 3 dealerships), had a water leak, and windshield washer pump broke. Gas mileage could also be better, but its on par with similar vehicles.
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Fun to drive - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
By Rizzo - March 30 - 3:50 pmI really enjoy driving this truck. I highly recomend the Tacoma truck. It drives great and is affordable. My new quad fits perfectly in the back. Good quality.
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Great truck - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
By Cedric - December 21 - 2:43 pmIve had my Tacoma now for 3 and a half years and I couldnt be happier. It meets my everyday needs and is very reliable. Ive towed several heaviy loads in excess of 4000 lds several hundred miles without any problems. Highway ride is comfortable and road noise is at a minimum. Off road I havent gotten into anything that I couldnt drive myself out of with the rear locker the comes with TRD package. Wheel travel and groung clerance have never been an issue even with the factory suspension. The only downfall I can think of is the bed size, would like it to be bigger. With a standard size toolbox there is not much bed space left.
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disappointing - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
By chicophitau - December 7 - 10:00 amThis was my first new truck purchase and I was very disappointed. This truck spent more time in the shop than any other used vehicle I have ever owned. I have had to go to the dealer 4 seperate times to have fender flare seals replaced. I had to have a 4 brakes rebuilt because of warpage problems. Another time was for a clutch return spring that broke. A mud flap fell off and also was replaced...another visit to the dealer. Now there is a constant rattle under the dashboard. Luckily this appeared before the warranty ran out..again a return to the dealer. This truck is only one year old, too young to be having so many problems.
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Tacoma Crew update - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
By Mike Humeston - October 13 - 10:00 amNow have 27699 on this truck I bought in July of 2002 The AC compressor quited down around 9k miles and works well. Developed the rattle in the dash around 7500 miles. Dealer fixed it on first try. Getting 19-21 around town with K&N air filter and ECT button off. Best on the road has been 24.3 MPG. Seats seem to be getting soft but still comfortable. Very happy with it and will consider the 2005 Taco or Tundra when I retire. Very satisfied with dealer and truck.....so far!!
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Till the End - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
By Tawcoma26 - June 4 - 10:16 pmNo matter what I throw at this truck, it gets the job done. Fits 5 people nicely, and you can still throw stuff in the bed. Although more pwr from the 4cyl would be nice, it still gets the job done. Mud, snow, sand, dirt, nothing can stop this truck. For the price you pay, you get one hell of a truck that can conquer anything. Pull, push, haul, it does it with reliability. From its great design to the ease of use in the cabin, this trucks a winner and I dont see myself getting rid of it.
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nice truck - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
By Helo pilot - March 6 - 9:26 pmNo issues after 3 harddriving years! Love the design of the truck. Chrome bumpers. The overall reputation for quality is holding up. Seats alittle uncomfortable on long hauls. Extra features costly. Clock placement is a joke. Very happy with truck.
