2005 Toyota Tacoma

Pros: Bigger, better, more power, more comfort

Cons: Can't replace factory stereo yet

The Bottom Line: Toyota has really outdone themselves this year with the new Tacoma.

Review: I recently decided to trade in my 2003 Toyota Tacoma on something bigger and with an automatic transmission. My old Tacoma came with a V6, manual transmission, and had four-wheel drive. In the 2.5 years that I owned it, I only used the 4x4 twice. I ...

Pros: Good looks & performance, solid construction, comfortable car-like feel

Cons: Color selection and advertising are geared toward juveniles, goofy looking hood scoop (Sport model)

The Bottom Line: I wanted a high-quality, reliable mid-sized truck I can live with everyday—this is it!

Review: After 13 years it was time to trade in my 92’Chevy S10 for a new vehicle. Because I took good care of it, the S10 was a great little truck. However, I wanted an upgrade to some modern conveniences and a more sophisticated drive train. For a long time ...

Pros: Composite Bed Simple Yet Practical Interior Bold Styling Bigger Engine Locking Rear Differential

Cons: Electronic Transfer Case Tires

The Bottom Line: A great practical truck. I rated it low because of the squeakiness and the lack of room in the back in the access cab.

Review: "The Practical Truck" Let me first start off by saying that I am a very lucky 17 year old who has been given a unique opportunity to drive a new 2005 4X4 Toyota Tacoma each day. I am currently helping run a logging operation so I spend lots of time ...

Pros: Strong engine, plenty of room, nice interior, good price.

Cons: Gas mileage, potential paint problems

The Bottom Line: I recommend this truck to any and everyone.

Review: I recently traded my 2004 Nissan 350Z for a 2005 Tacoma Pre-Runner V6 with the SR5#3 package. This package comes with all the basics that I was looking for, power windows, power locks, keyless entry, cruise control, and fog lamps. It has a few other ...

Pros: Smooth Ride, Good Power, Silky smooth auto trans with nice layout

Cons: Engine noise, no power seats w/ height adjustment, no navi or sunroof, no memory seats

The Bottom Line: I do recommend this vehicle although there is room for improvement. Most improvements are in the area of amenities. But, Toyota NEEDS to fix the engine noise problem.

Review: I've had my 2005 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 Short Bed Automatic in Radiant Red for about a week and I'm liking it more by the day (unlike my 02 Tacoma which I disliked more by the day). I've had Toyota trucks for most of my adult life and have been disappointed ...

Pros: Toyota's reliability, size and beefy look is an absolute winner.

Cons: The gas mileage isn't better than 20 to 25 mpg.

The Bottom Line: Buy it if you want one of the best midsize trucks built because Toyota is reliable and sound.

Review: I have been looking at the Toyota Tacoma PreRunners for about two years on e-bay waiting for the right truck to come along. I had no intention of buying a new truck due to the loss in value as you drive it off the lot. But the more I searched and saw ...

Pros: Build quality, power, handling.

Cons: Stock stereo, untested composite bed, weird side-mirrors take getting used to.

The Bottom Line: I recommend this truck to anyone looking for a classy, quality built, and semi-sporty truck.

Review: After realizing that our 2002 Buick Rendezvous would be suffering from reliability issues in the next few thousand miles, and seeing our need for a vehicle with more cargo capacity, we began researching mid-size pickups. We looked at the Nissan Frontier, ...

Pros: Style, Torque, Composite Box, Roominess

Cons: Cheaper cloth interior, plain standard stereo

Review: I bought a 2005 4-door Tacoma about 2 weeks ago and have been really impressed with this vehicle. I've driven it mainly in the city and it handles quite well for a larger sized truck, but also took it on a weekend road trip and it was magic on the ...

Pros: Gas mileage, off road capabilities - MOAB passed most class 4 trails without problems.

Cons: Arm rest in doors need padding, oil changes need 4ft tubing from filter.

Review: Just what I was looking for in a truck. I have 2 children and the car seats fit great in the back. I wasn't looking for a "huge truck" due to gas milage and this truck delivered, 23mpg hwy and 19 city with a snug top on the back. The only concern I ...

Pros: Apparently indestructable, surprisingly good fuel economy, great handling.

Cons: More paint options? lol

Review: Two days ago I crashed my 2005 Tacoma Access Cab. I hit the guardrail at about 65mph and then rolled over two times. I climbed out through the window and walked away. This truck and it's seatbelt saved my life. I'll be replacing it with another '05 or an ...