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2004 Toyota Tacoma User Reviews

2004 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:4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars 4.4 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars 4.4 / 5
  • Overall:3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars3.9 out of 5 stars 3.9 / 5

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PROS
"ride" 4 reviews
"power" 3 reviews
"fuel economy" 3 reviews
"handling" 2 reviews
CONS
"fuel economy" 4 reviews
"power" 3 reviews
"ride" 3 reviews
"rattle" 2 reviews

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Billy writes:
2004 Toyota Tacoma 4 Dr Prerunner V6 Crew Cab SB Review
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comfortable practical ride

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all trucks use more tha average gas. not necessarily a thrill to drive

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Great Ride And Im Very Pleased. Dependable And Practical. Exactly What I Need — its a great everyday drive. its four door option is perfect for hauling buddies or extra cargo. the spray in bed-liner provides a sturdy durable bed that will carry anything from matresses and other moving necessities to what the truck was origionally bought for - a motorcycle!

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Brandon writes:
2004 Toyota Tacoma 2 Dr STD 4WD Standard Cab SB Review
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Off roading made fun and easy

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Warranty issues

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Tacomas Fun On And Off Road — The build quality sucked. Which is why I sold it after the local dealership denied services. Found out later that I could have gone through Toyota of America as the dealership had had a lot of complaints at that time. All of the bells and whistles were included in this package. Locking rear axle, 4wd, optional passenger airbag for babies or off-roading and many other things I don't remember any longer. Now these features are sold separately. A 2004 or older sr5 tacoma is definitely the model to go with. The mileage was poor however. At 10mpg, I sold it. The vehicle had a lot of torque and would easily squeel the tires at starts. Very fun to drive. The wheel base is a bit long and made taking sharp corners a bit difficult.

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

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Jesse writes:
2004 Toyota Tacoma 2 Dr V6 4WD Extended Cab SB Review
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if you drive offroad, have heavy snow. Great truck gets great mpg

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No need to own a Offroad package if you dont use it, rides hard.

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Buy It If You Need A Smaller Pickup Truck And 4wd. — Gets 22mpg, strong V6 engine, 4wd with offroad package. Sound sounds great! comfort is good, quality is great. Put 110,000 miles on the truck and have only needed to change the battery. No complaints here other than the fact that the TRD offroad package makes the truck ride a little rough.

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Ray writes:
2004 Toyota Tacoma 4 Dr Prerunner V6 Crew Cab SB Review
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Easy to drive and quite fun too!

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Gas and changing the spark plugs.

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2004 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Trd — Performs above average and has a nice flow-master system. Build quality is amazing. This is a well built truck. Appearance is awesome. good combination of lift, tires, and rims. Cost is about that of an average car. About 16 avrg. mpg. This car is fun to drive and take on easy trails. I would recommend this truck as a good buy, and it holds its value.

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Mitchell writes:
2004 Toyota Tacoma 2 Dr V6 4WD Extended Cab SB Review
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Goes just about anywhere.  Sounds nice with good exhaust.

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Can be a bit slow.  Rattles from random places, not the best ride, but hey, it's a truck, so quit whining.

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Unstoppable. — Replace alternator after excessive mudding. Buy Duralast alternator from AutoZone so you can replace them over and over again for FREE!!

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Michael writes:
2004 Toyota Tacoma 2 Dr STD Standard Cab SB Review
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If you want a small truck that gets great gas mileage, buy something else.

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It is tiny, suspension is very soft, and quite frankly, it is ugly.

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Tacoma Base — It is a 4 cylinder, so it is terrible slow. The only great thing about this truck is fuel economy and reliability. I get 24 mpg mixed driving and i have never had anything go wrong with it. Since it is a toyota, it is incredibly reliable.

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Matt writes:
2004 Toyota Tacoma 2 Dr V6 4WD Extended Cab SB Review
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its sporty but can hall alot and it looks good too

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it may be too much for a person who has always had a two door coupe.

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I Aint Never Getting Rid Of It — it is awesome off roadin in this truck bone stock. It is incredible what stock toyota parts will go through. Its an awesome year too. The last year of the model is usually the best and toyota hit it right this time.

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Kristy writes:
2004 Toyota Tacoma 2 Dr Prerunner V6 Extended Cab SB Review
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Handles well, good on gas for a truck

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A bit small

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2004 Prerunner — Great truck! Handles awesomely, good on gas for a truck, quiet, very reliable!

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Lacey writes:
2004 Toyota Tacoma 4 Dr Prerunner V6 Crew Cab SB Review
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V6, 4 door, durability, versatility

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acceleration, size, gas mileage

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Trucks R Us — It's slow to accelerate, but once it does, you can feel the power. It's a bit noisy and the cab is a little on the small side, despite being 4 door. You also have to get used to handling with the truck bed. It's a smaller truck, but can handle large loads.

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Ricky writes:
2004 Toyota Tacoma 2 Dr Prerunner Extended Cab SB Review
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Great options, handles good, stereo is awesome.

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Breaks work too good, Interior could be bigger.  Fuel use could be less

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Will Get The Small Jobs Done! — For a small truck, it does everything you need it to. With the V6, you plenty of power with fuel economy at about average. Sound system is impressive for a stock system (although I added 2, 12" subs). Breaks are a little touchy. Overall a very good investment for a small pick-up.

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Cost $8,487 Average Instant Market Value $10,268 Average Instant Market Value $13,866 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 25 24 18
Horsepower 142 143 190
Crash Test Rating 8 4 8
Front Leg Room (inches) 41.7 41.4 41.5

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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