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1997 Toyota Tacoma User Reviews

1997 Toyota Tacoma Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 12 reviews

  • Performance:4.1 out of 5 stars4.1 out of 5 stars4.1 out of 5 stars4.1 out of 5 stars4.1 out of 5 stars 4.1 / 5
  • Appearance:4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars4.3 out of 5 stars 4.3 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars 4.8 / 5
  • Overall:4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars4.8 out of 5 stars 4.8 / 5

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PROS
"fuel economy" 6 reviews
"power" 3 reviews
"maintenance" 2 reviews
"reliable car" 2 reviews
"ride" 2 reviews
CONS
"power" 2 reviews

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Joshua writes:
1997 Toyota Tacoma 2 Dr STD Extended Cab SB Review
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Economy, reliability, efficiency

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Crash test ratings, a little small

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Great All Around And Hauls Way More Than You'd Think, Love It — I love my truck, I've had two American cars and now this Japanese truck and I'll never go back. Even with a camper shell, four dudes, and the back packed with everything we would need to play a show (bass amp, guitar amp, PA w/head, stands, drum set, pedal boards, guitars and extras) it still pulled up the Grapevine at an even 60 mph. This truck is great, the crash test ratings aren't amazing, but I get about 23 mpg regularly and it still needs a tune-up, so it can get better. All in all, I love this truck and now Toyota in general

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Brent writes:
1997 Toyota Tacoma 2 Dr STD 4WD Extended Cab SB Review
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Gas mileage, dependable, will go almost anywhere

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Lack of power, not much room,

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It'll Climb A Tree — The toyota truck reputation holds true with this one. I haven't had mechanical problems out of it.

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Abraham writes:
1997 Toyota Tacoma 2 Dr STD 4WD Standard Cab SB Review
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Great all the way around best little truck you will ever own.  Will hold 1600lb no problem with a 4 banger great on gas to.

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Have not found a con yet nor will you

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Beat Little Truck Ever Build. — Would buy same thing if ever needed a different truck. Great all around rig.

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b7bauto writes:
1997 Toyota Tacoma 2 Dr STD Extended Cab SB Review
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Great Gas Mileage!

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None

b7bauto
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Low Miles!!! — LOW MILES FOR A 1997 Toyota Tacoma LX.....79,437!!!! Priced At $7,995.00 This is a extended cab, Burgundy, 2.4L, L4 engine, COLD AIR!!! Automatic. Great Gas Mileage with 23 City and 29 Highway. Come on in and talk to Roy or Shawn. We have several Quality Used Cars, SUV's Trucks and Jeeps!!!! WE TAKE TRADE-INS!!! NEED MONEY NOW??? WE BUY CARS !!!!!

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Jerrod writes:
1997 Toyota Tacoma 2 Dr STD 4WD Standard Cab SB Review
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awesome truck

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would rather have a ext cab

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Great 4x4 — great little truck good power for a 4cyl and amazing wheeling capabilities and the fuel economy rocks and so reliable. cheap to maintain and cheap to insure great commuter and fun to drive would recommend it to anyone. the end

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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jtorms44 writes:
1997 Toyota Tacoma 2 Dr STD 4WD Standard Cab SB Review
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Go anywhere Truck. Very low maintance. Great high altitude vehicle (I4 would pass most V8's going up mountain passes). Highly recomended pick up.  

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Not having one! No cruise or adjustable intermitent wipers.

jtorms44
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Get One, Awesome — Off road capability, 31x10.5 stock tires. Great clearance, short wheel base. Good gas mileage, roughly 20 -22 average. Looks. 5 speed Manual transmision. Never had a single issue with the truck. Never let me down and I really pushed its limits. Overall, Best vehicle I have ever owned!

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Zach writes:
1997 Toyota Tacoma 2 Dr STD 4WD Standard Cab SB Review
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good gas milage

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Small cab

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Toyota Tacoma — This truck was nice and got great gas mileage. The 4wd worked well for being just a small 4 banger. Although being just a single cab i didn't have enough space so i traded it in for a ext cab Colorado

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Brad writes:
1997 Toyota Tacoma 2 Dr STD 4WD Extended Cab SB Review
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Quaility

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Buy It It Is Great — The performance is great the four cylinder doesnt hace the most power but it was built strong appearance is grat and the resale value is amazing. It gets great gas mileage mantenance is low and i love to drive it

Primary Use: Utility (towing boats, transporting cargo, etc.)

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ToyotaMan_115 writes:
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Great all around truck beats the Dodge Dakota any day

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not a thing negative about it

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Unbelievable — Best Truck ever. It is 100x better than the dodge dakota. Endless possibilities you can do with this truck. It is good on gas and is a blast to drive around town with. You will never be upset with this truck. Everyone should have one.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Ron writes:
1997 Toyota Tacoma 2 Dr V6 4WD Extended Cab SB Review
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Very reliable. Fun to play in the mud.

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Oil changes

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Toyo Taco. Great Truck For Daily And Off-road — 4 Wheel drive requires stepping out the car to manually lock the front wheels for my model. Oil changes are a pain the the ass, especially since the oil filter off the the side of engine. Drives great, decent power, very reliable. My new DD as of two or three months ago. Love it.

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Cost $6,094 Average Instant Market Value $5,911 Average Instant Market Value $5,294 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 26 24 20
Horsepower 142 143 210
Crash Test Rating 2 3 4
Front Leg Room (inches) 41.7 40.4 40.9

Reviews From Other Years

2013 Toyota Tacoma Reviews

Beware Of Noise After Turning Off Ignition By yak13

I truly hope Toyota seriously looks into the after Ignition turn off annoying noise issue . As I have read several other owners with the same type of experience. Perhaps a Recall would justify Toyot... Read More

Perfect Dad Truck - Excellent Truck Overall By RayRN87

I love this truck!!! Came from a 2008 Toyota Tundra and the Tacoma is so much easier to drive, better fuel economy and it fits my family of four perfectly. I bought a texas edition v6bprerunner, this ... Read More

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2012 Toyota Tacoma Reviews

Best Mid-size Pick-up Out There And Holds It's Value Too By rockets57

Not much that I dislike especially that they gave me $12,000 on my 1999 extra cab with 156 thousand miles on it cause it was recalled due to frame rust so this truck listed at 35 thousand with all the... Read More

Style And Value By norcal1968

I like the color of the truck. It is sort of a metallic brown. I wish I would have got the sunroof option. Maybe next time. The truck is a little small, but it is convenient for getting around in ... Read More

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2011 Toyota Tacoma Reviews

Sporty Fun To Drive 4x4 With A Very Good Resale Value. By tacomanorthotheborder

Although there aren't many miles on the vehicle, I've owned my Tacoma for 2 years without any problems. I've only performed the maintenance. The truck was purchased for the reason of hauling a boat i... Read More

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2010 Toyota Tacoma Reviews

Reg Cab 4x4 Auto By Heshup

It's been a good truck. Have taken good care of it and it has taken good care of me and like to have a 2013 Tacoma reg Cab 4X4 Auto. I would not buy any thing but a Tocoma. Thanks for the tie here. Read More

Great Quality Truck And Reliable! By TAbbott14

Love the reliability and gas mileage from Toyota. Tacoma trucks are near bulletproof. Don't like the stiff seats and long clutch pedal. The view out the rear access windows is a little blinding, but s... Read More

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2009 Toyota Tacoma Reviews

Superb Car For Sports, Outdoor Use And Family Fun! By CelebratedMrK

Very useful, dependable all around vehicle. Great styling and comfort. Well designed with excellent features for utility work and camping. Lots of compliments and I have used this truck in more way... Read More

Worth Every Penny! By 1Taco_King

Smooth V6, consistent brakes, tight suspension (TRD Sport) rough on bumpy roads. Flawless build quality and solid. The best looking mid-size out there with aggressive (although non-functional) hood s... Read More

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