Used 2004 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Xtracab Rwd SB (2.4L 4cyl 4A) Consumer Reviews
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My third toy truck
T Newton, 09/26/2004
Toyota Tacoma 2dr Xtracab Rwd SB (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My 3rd Toyota trk 1st Tacoma, 84 4 cyl. reg cab 4 speed was ok, 91 4 cyl reg cab 5 speed showed big improvements made, 04 4 cyl xtracab 5 speed subtle improvements. Xtracab forces bucket seats, not my favorite feature.Got better mileage w/91, the 04 is more enjoyable to drive after I installed cruise control, like I'd done on my 91.Not perfect but definitely a keeper for some time to come.
Very Dependable!
Hunter, 01/07/2010
Toyota Tacoma 2dr Xtracab Rwd SB (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is a great truck! I chose to buy the smaller Tacoma with the 2.4 4-cyl for better gas mileage. I calculate my mpg at every fill-up and consistently get 22-23 mpg. This includes 50%hwy/50% city driving. I am pretty easy on the pedal so that makes a difference. The auto trans is a little sluggish in city driving. It is geared pretty low so it can pull what it's rated for. I just wish it had a little more "get- up." Extended cab was not made for people. It is best for storing tools or groceries. I hate that I have to sell it but with a growing family it doesn't have enough room. This truck has really held its value!!
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04 Tacoma displeasure
Donald Downs, 11/18/2004
Toyota Tacoma 2dr Xtracab Rwd SB (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
Bought new 2004 Tacoma 4 x 2 automatic 2.4 cyl SR5 ext. cab Very unhappy, poor power, 2 pc. drive shaft clunks when you accelerate hard, dealer service department, nothing we can do. rated at 21-26 mpg. best I have gotten is 21 even on highway. If a/c is on, loose speed going up a incline, do to poor power. Don't waste your time. It won't be in my garage long!!!
Serves the purpose well
spyd3rm4n, 04/05/2004
Toyota Tacoma 2dr Xtracab Rwd SB (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Tacoma is a great truck. I bought a 2004 which is the last year of this body style. It is getting outdated, but it is a very solid truck with a proven record of success. The 2.4L engine provides enough power to allow you to haul heavy loads once in a while, yet it is still practical enough to drive every day. The build quality is far superior to other compact trucks (Nissan Frontier, Chevy S-10, Dodge Dakota). I would suggest getting the manual transmission as it will get better gas mileage and will be better for hauling heavy loads. I got the automatic because I spend 80% of my time driving in city traffic and don't like shifting.
SUV vs Truck
Ex-Carwidow, 09/13/2004
Toyota Tacoma 2dr Xtracab Rwd SB (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
I traded my 2003 4 Runner in for a 2004 Tacoma figuring it would give me more room for moving a long distance. It was a reliable vehicle (all Toyotas are) I was concerned it being a 4 cyl. but that truck moved and pulled a trailer like nothing. The ride was a ruff ride and the cab is very small. If you are over 5'6" you will be cramped. Miles to the gallon where not a good as expected. I missed the luxury and went back to a SUV, not Toyota, so I have my fingers crossed. Toyota does make a reliable vehicle!