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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  Good truck - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
  By ExcuseI! - April 10 - 12:56 pm

  Bought used in 2008, have literally driven it across the country. (Truck has about 110k miles on it now) Avgs 16-25 mpg. Took it tailgating in the southeast with 4 adults and gear and got 25 mpg on highway in "mountainous" terrain of western NC and SC. The truck has been worry free over about 15k miles. The power from the V6 has been more than adequate with hauling rocks, dirt and plants/trees for homeowner "fun" and around town. I havent towed with it. 60# dog fits in back of cab nicely as the seats fold flat and have a robust back. The cubbyholes behind and under the rear seats were borderline genius (they have become more common now, I think). The power outlet in truck bed is handy.

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  Ian - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
  By Ian Chenetz - April 5 - 9:56 pm

  This is the first Toyota I have ever bought and I am so happy with it, I love to drive it. Everytime I stop somewhere people always have good compliments about it. It in itself is a conversation piece. It is a solid truck that you can see and feel the quality of the construction. I will be a toyota buyer from now on.

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  05 Tacoma Off Road - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
  By nickotto7 - March 27 - 10:46 pm

  Have only had it a few months but all seems like expected so far. Have one small rattle from engine compartment which sounds like a loose heat shield that I am going to get fixed in a day or two. Comfortable interior, very little road noise, handles like a car. So far so good.

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  Xrunner a fun ride - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
  By Broward Xrunner - March 26 - 4:40 pm

  Ive owned my Toyota Tacoma Xrunner since January. Its has been a joy to drive. The 4.0 is very nice with the six speed stick tranny. The hood scoop and low profile are excellent looks. The wide tires let this truck out corner many cars. I own 3 other trucks. Two are for work, the other is a full size Chevy. Well the Chevy just sits now. The Xrunner makes driving fun again. People love to talk to me about the truck. It really turns the heads.

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  Most Reliable Vehicle Ive Ever Owned! - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
  By edmundsreviewer - March 16 - 10:00 am

  I picked this truck up early 2006, and it has been a pleasure to drive. I just had to perform my first non- routine maintenance on the truck (front brake job)@ 80K. These brakes lasted 20K longer than any other vehicle Ive owned. I use this car for everything including , commuting, hauling, towing, and driving the beaches of the OBX. The truck still drives like the day I got her, without any squeaks or rattles. Im getting the itch to buy a new car (lexus ES350 or Corvette), but my Tacoma is not going anywhere. The car is too reliable and versatile to ever think of letting it go. I have no doubt this car will go over 200K with little more than oil changes.

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  05 Tacoma DC-LB 4x4 - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
  By jknutson - March 10 - 1:00 pm

  This is my second Tacoma (first was a 97 ext. cab 4x4), and WOW what a machine! The 97 was rock solid, and so far, the 05 has been just as good. The ride is smooth (w/ long wheelbase), the 4.0L and 5spd tranny is awesome, the 4x4 system works flawlessly, the interior/exterior styling is so much better than the competition IMO. It is everything you would expect from a 28K truck. The only minor complaint I would have is some wind noise at speeds of 65+. MPG is very good for a truck this size (18-20 mpg). Would highly recommend any Tacoma truck!! Tacoma = workhorse.

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  TOYOTA DOES IT AGAIN - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
  By blairway - February 18 - 4:23 am

  This truck is solid. Ride and steering is better than past versions. Interior is a step up from past Toyota trucks. Gas mileage is about 18 mpg so far.

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  Midsize Champ? - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
  By Russell Watts - February 7 - 9:26 am

  On my third tank of gas and loving the truck more with every mile. Very smooth, quiet and comfortable. My wife and I test drove many midsize/compacts and a few full size trucks before this one but we both knew the new Tacoma was the truck for us when we saw/drove it. Weve always wanted a midsize truck with room for adults in the back seat and with a six foot box. Finally, that truck arrived. Thanks Toyota! Nissan, if you listening, put a six foot box on your redesigned Quad Cab Frontier if you want to compete. Dodge missed the boat on this one again with the 05 Quad Cab Dakota.

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  My Tacoma - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
  By robin oswald - January 31 - 8:33 am

  I bought the standard, no accessories. I am very pleased overall. Im a 50 year old woman and live in the city. My Tacoma has a comfortable ride, its quiet, lots of get up and go and it feels very solid. By that I mean the doors are heavy and it doesnt get blown aroung when semis go by. Its also comfortable driving a good distance. My husband and I are renovating our old house and make frequent trips to the dump. The bed liner with the adjustable strap hooks work great for securing the load.

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  Great truck - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
  By Curt FUlmer - January 27 - 7:53 am

  It is the first vehicle I ever bought new and it was well worth it. The car I drove before it was a Toyota Echo, so fuel economy is worse, but comfort is well worth it. It was a good buy, and I would recommend it to anyone.