2006 Toyota Tacoma Regular Cab Trim Level Overview

2006 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Regular Cab SB w/manual

The 2006 Toyota Tacoma is sandwiched between two years of notable changes. The 2005 model year brought a complete redesign, and several interior revisions came in 2007.  
The eighteen model lineup begins with this very modestly priced and minimally equipped base model, which can be had for more than $10,000 less than the top shelf Tacoma.  The Regular Cab models come standard with a CD audio system and a full size spare.  Some convenience and power features packages are available, but these models are not eligible for as many add-ons as the Access or Double Cab variations.
The power is delivered by a 2.7 liter DOHC inline four, which sends 159 horsepower and 180 pound-feet of torque to the rear wheels.  This engine is paired with a five speed manual transmission, but a four speed automatic is optional.  This model is 20 inches shorter and half a ton lighter than the largest Tacoma, which certainly helps fuel economy.  The four cylinder-equipped Regular Cab will get 20 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway.
This is the lightest-duty Tacoma, able to tow just 3500 pounds and carry a payload of 1370 pounds.

2006 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Regular Cab SB w/automatic

This Tacoma variation ascends one step beyond the absolute base level of the lineup, by replacing the five speed manual transmission with a four speed automatic.  The transmission is mated to a 2.7 liter DOHC inline four, supported by TRD's Variable Valve Timing + intelligence technology.
The engine provides the rear wheel drive compact truck with 59 horsepower and 180 pound-feet of torque.  The EPA estimate for this model is 21/26 mpg.
The Regular Cab models are fairly stripped features-wise, with just a CD player, cup holders and all season tires with a full size spare as notable standard items.  All models are equipped with ABS, featuring Toyota's Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and BrakeAssist systems.  The three-passenger front bench seat is only found in the Regular Cab layout.

2006 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Regular Cab 4WD SB

Toyota's compact Tacoma has actually grown into a mid-size pickup, after a full redesign in 2005.  The Tacoma lineup is now built from the Land Rover Prado chassis, and is quite variable in length and weight due to a multitude of cab sizes and bed lengths.  At 190 inches long and 3600 pounds, the short bed Regular Cab models are as close as the Tacoma comes to compact.
The base engine on the Regular and Access Cab models is a 2.7 liter DOHC inline four.  This small power plant generates 159 horsepower and 180 pound-feet of torque, and may be paired with a four speed automatic or five speed manual transmission.  Towing capacity is just 3500 pounds for this model, but its 19/23 mpg fuel economy is  the highest of all 4x4 Tacoma models.
The automatic transmission version of this 4x4 truck is also eligible to receive features like Hill-start Assist Control and Downhill Assist Control.
The Regular Cab models come standard with a four speaker CD audio system, cup holders, all season tires with a full size spare, and bed storage compartments.  Toyota's ABS system with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and BrakeAssist is included on all models.

2006 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner 2dr Regular Cab SB

Toyota's class leading compact pickup returns without change for 2006, just one year after a full overhaul of the lineup.  The Tacoma continues to be offered in a variety of configurations, as Toyota aims to meet the needs of every possible truck buyer.
The PreRunner exemplifies this Toyota commitment to Tacoma variety, because it is not a traditional pickup driver's truck.  The PreRunner presents as an aggressive and capable off-roader, and is even equipped with the rugged suspension to back it up, but all models are offered as only a rear wheel drive 4x2.  This may sound odd, but the PreRunner's very existence proves that Toyota has discovered a desire for such a truck.
The Regular Cab models feature a short list of standard equipment.  A four speaker CD audio system,  and all weather tires with a full size spare are included.  All other convenience features are packaged together as options.
This PreRunner is powered by a 2.7 liter DOHC inline four, which is mated to a five speed manual transmission. Just 159 horsepower and 180 pound-feet of torque are delivered to the rear wheels, but the 20/27 mpg gas mileage is the most efficient of any Tacoma.