4 Star Reviews for 2002 Toyota Tacoma

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.57/5 Average
149 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

A moonroof is available now on PreRunners and S-Runners have color-keyed side badging.

Pros:
  • Flexible and refined drivetrains, competent off-road capabilities, multiple body configurations.
Cons:
  • High price, most convenience features are optional, no third or fourth door on Xtracabs.

User Reviews:

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  • You have to love this truck - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
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    Great truck!! A bit weak in quick excellerations. In that event it is better to switch off the over drive button. Overall: Fun, looks good, and is comfortable on long drives.

  • Had a good truck - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
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    This truck of mine was a great truck with a notible exception or two. 1. The gas and break pedels are to close to the seat (bucket seats). The clock could not be read and would be best if placed where the airbag key control is. The side bar in the door saveed me from serious injury when T-Boned by another car.

  • Good truck, but with problems - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
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    2002 Tacoma double cab is very practical and capable, but mine has been a disappointment. Ive had numerous problems with a rattling dashboard (10+ trips to the dealer and it still rattles). Also, I just had a fuel tank recall and had to get some sort of metal shielding installed. Water pump leaked and had to be replaced. Another large water leak into the cab from the engine cowl - this thing is in the shop yet again getting all the carpet and jute replaced. Its a great truck ... when its not in the shop. Based on my experiences over the past 1.5 years, I would not recommend this truck. Riddler

  • toyo - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
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    I have a lot of fun going off road. It performs really good. On the road the ride is good but not the best it bounce a little too much. You cant fit an adult in the back (I have an extended cab). The passenger air bag is rattling like a snake and the clock is in the worst position that they could placed it, you cant see it because the steering wheel cover it. I think that the gas pedal and the brake pedal are too close, I sometimes when breaking accelerate at the same time when I am wearing my work boots. The power is there I have no complaints when I haul the trailer or when I have the bed full of stuff.

  • Good Pick Up - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
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    Solid and reliable. I now have 120K and have only had to replace the power steering pump which I got from the dealership. It went out again in one month. I went ahead and replaced it on my own. The gas mileage is terrible for a truck of that size. On a good note, this is a great PU that I feel safe with my two kids and wife in. I also feel confident that I can go anywhere at anytime. PS. I pulled a Dodge 3500 4x4 w/Cummins pullin a Chevy 1500 SB out of the sand with no problem. 4 Wheel Low with a forgiving tow strap.

  • Great Truck - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
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    Title says it all. 24MPG, 2.7L Gone over every inch of it and looks typically Toyota great.

  • my truck - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
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    from the day i bought this vehicle i have had few if any problems. it performs like a dream and has never left me high and dry. i would recommend it to all my friends and relatives.

  • 2002 Toyota Tacoma - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
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    I love driving this truck. I spent many miles a day driving between and onto jodsites. The extended cab allows room for books and plans but offers little for a passenger. I also use it to pull two ATVs on a trailer when we go riding. The 6 cyl. handles the load at 65 mph on the straight level road but a slight inclines cause it to drop down a gear. At 20,000 miles, trouble arose with front end feeling loose and vibrating. Neither Toyota nor tire dealer could target the cause. Recall work on problem ball joints just completed and all seems smooth again. The Pre-runner ride is good and stiff and it puts you up in the air a bit for additional clearance and a better feel when driving.

  • A good truck but for a few nits - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
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    Tight and well-built. Underpowered, but this may be the fault of the tall tires which raise the effective gear ratio. Driver seat felt weird at first but my bad back loves it, even on long drives. Weird and irritationg motor rap around 2K under light load, sounds like a rod knock, but cant be heard outside the vehicle. Some folks say the 3RZ motor will just keep running regardless. Bought a 100K "wrapper" warranty just in case.

  • 2002 Tacoma Crew Cab 4WD - 2002 Toyota Tacoma
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    This has been a great truck so far. I have had no problems with it at all and the crew cab is very handy for hualing the grandkids around.

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