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Toyota Tacoma

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The Car Guide rating 3.5/5 73% Detailed ratings

Price $21,895 – $31,845 Payments

Fuel consumption 7.7 – 14.7 L/100km

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The Tacoma is an intermediate pickup available in several trim levels. There are the 2x4 base models, followed by the 4x4 SR5 Double Cabs. Buyers can choose a manual or automatic transmission paired with a 159-hp 2.7-litre four-cylinder engine or a 236-hp 4.0-litre V6. Whether it’s for work or play, this vehicle is up to the task! It is one of the most reliable and rugged truck in this category.

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Manual Gearbox to Survive in These Vehicles for 2025

The number of makes and models offering manual transmissions keeps shrinking due to poor sales, new emission regulations, incompatibilities with various driver assistance features and the increasing array of electric and hybrid vehicles, among other things. The 2025 model year will see the Jeep Gladiator, Volkswagen Golf GTI and Golf …November 16, 2024

10 of the Most Anticipated New Vehicles on the Road in 2024

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2024 Toyota Tacoma: Still the King?

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Ranking: Top 20 Most Durable Vehicles

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Good initial quality and a high level of reliability are two elements that are common in the most durable vehicles on the market. But don’t forget that a vehicle can only last if it’s maintained properly! The American research firm iSeeCars has recently published a new annual ranking of models …December 14, 2022

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Pre-owned vehicles

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What's the Best Pre-Owned Pickup Under $20,000?

Pre-owned vehicles

More than many other types of pre-owned vehicles, pickups have gained a lot of value in the last year and can now sell for rather high prices. That being said, if you’re looking for an affordable pickup model, there’s hope; there’s still a way to get a good deal. Let’s …April 18, 2022

5 Used Cars That Are Now More Expensive Than New

Pre-owned vehicles

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Toyota Tacoma: Five Things We Want in the Next Generation

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Too Much Off-Road Driving May Cause This to Your New Tacoma, Toyota Warns

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Today at the Los Angeles Auto Show, the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) awards organization named three cars, three trucks and three utility vehicles as its 2025 finalists. “The competition for these awards will be fierce this year,” said NACTOY President Jeff Gilbert. “We …November 21, 2024

The Most Expensive Toyota Tacoma Hybrid Will Cost You Over $86,000

Hybrid/Plug-in Hybrid

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Motoring TV 2005 Episode 12

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Review: 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro

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2016 Toyota Tacoma crawl control feature explained

Sick of burying your truck up to its axles and not being able to get it unstuck? The 2016 Toyota Tacoma should help, with a new crawl control function that uses wheel sensors to get out on less-than-desirable situations. But don't take it from us. We caught up with Toyota …

Toyota Tacoma 2011

Our test drive of the 2011 Toyota Tacoma

The Car Guide rating 73%

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Driving	7/10
Safety	8/10
Interior	7/10
Reliability	8/10
Winter driving	7/10
Comfort	7/10

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Electrical
November 24, 2021
Suspension
September 29, 2014
Airbag
April 9, 2014
Accessories
October 10, 2013
Seats And Restraints
August 7, 2013
Label
March 4, 2011

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