Description: Compact Pickup Truck
Base MSRP Range: $13,980 - $25,815
Invoice Price Range: $12,954 - $23,398
Where built: USA
Toyota reinvented this best-selling compact pickup last year and returns it for 2006 with a tire pressure monitor system (TPMS) added to all trims. There are three cabin designs with the two-door Regular Cab, extended Access Cab or four-door Double Cab.
A 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine worth 159 hp is standard, but a 4.0-liter V6 for 236 hp is available. Both RWD and 4WD versions are offered, as well as special editions like PreRunner and X-Runner.
PreRunner with RWD traction has the look of a customized 4WD truck with a tall stance and flared fenders. X-Runner, a swoopy performance truck with ground effects and hood scoop added, draws its name from x-brace frame reinforcements to increase torsional rigidity. An optional TRD (Toyota Racing Development) Off-Road package for 4WD Tacoma adds a locking rear differential, progressive-rate front springs and Bilstein shocks plus big Goodrich Rugged Trail tires.
