2004 Toyota Tacoma Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Overview
The Toyota Tacoma saw very few changes for 2004. The few new additions included the availability of Vehicle Stability Control and the...
The Toyota Tacoma saw very few changes for 2004. The few new additions included the availability of Vehicle Stability Control and the Active TRAC control system in certain trims.
The 2004 Toyota Tacoma came in a wide variety of trims, including the Regular Cab 4WD, Xtracab 4WD, Xtracab V6 4WD, Double Cab V6 4WD, Regular Cab 2WD, PreRunner Regular Cab 2WD, Xtracab 2WD, PreRunner Xtracab 2WD, S-Runner Xtracab V6 2WD, PreRunner, Double Cab 2WD, PreRunner Xtracab V6 2WD, and the PreRunner Double Cab V6 2WD. The new Double Cab models offered four doors instead of two and extra room in the extended cab. The S Runner was the sporty model, offering a sport-tuned suspension. Fuel economy was about 17/20 mpg.
Drivers like the Tacoma because it's compact and good-looking, but still behaves like a truck. They also say it is very reliable and the 4WD performs well off-road and in the snow. Some complaints include a bumpy ride and a too-small bed.
What owners say
"Overall, owners of the 2004 Toyota Tacoma appreciate its reliability, longevity, and decent fuel economy. Many also enjoy its off-road capabilities and cargo space. However, some drivers are disappointed with sluggish acceleration and noise levels, as well as issues with hood rattling and brake wear."
A. the trailing edge of the flimsy hood vibrates wildly at certain engine speeds making a hideous rattling sound.Apparently, the geniuses at toyota can't seem to find the right size rubber support to cushion the hood.I fixed it though. B. I go through front brake pads ( the right front wears much faster that the left) every 22,000 miles. According to the dealer there is nothing wrong. According to independent service shops, all toyota trucks have front calipers that are exceptionally prone to sticking and wearing the pads prematurely.The calipers have to be cleaned and lubricated every 6000 miles or so to prevent them from sticking. C. good luck getting anything covered under the toyota warranty.
October 3, 2007Great truck! Handles awesomely, good on gas for a truck, quiet, very reliable!
April 25, 2008Has strut spacer up front with ProComp 16" black allow wheels wrapped in Toyo Open country All-Terrain 265/75-16 tires. I switched out the backlight of the gauge cluster from orange to White. Has Alpine iPod-ready stereo wired to 1600watt amp that is custom installed behind back seat that connects to a 12' Kicker CVT sub behind driver seat.
August 3, 2010What owners say
A. the trailing edge of the flimsy hood vibrates wildly at certain engine speeds making a hideous rattling sound.Apparently, the geniuses at toyota can't seem to find the right size rubber support to cushion the hood.I fixed it though. B. I go through front brake pads ( the right front wears much faster that the left) every 22,000 miles. According to the dealer there is nothing wrong. According to independent service shops, all toyota trucks have front calipers that are exceptionally prone to sticking and wearing the pads prematurely.The calipers have to be cleaned and lubricated every 6000 miles or so to prevent them from sticking. C. good luck getting anything covered under the toyota warranty.
October 3, 2007Great truck! Handles awesomely, good on gas for a truck, quiet, very reliable!
April 25, 2008Has strut spacer up front with ProComp 16" black allow wheels wrapped in Toyo Open country All-Terrain 265/75-16 tires. I switched out the backlight of the gauge cluster from orange to White. Has Alpine iPod-ready stereo wired to 1600watt amp that is custom installed behind back seat that connects to a 12' Kicker CVT sub behind driver seat.
August 3, 2010Gets 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.
July 9, 2009This truck has more options and was so well cared for that its hard to believe its 17 years old. What a find!!
April 3, 2021Performs 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.
March 6, 2009I would recommend this truck for someone that likes to have the cargo space of a small truck - but doesn't tow or haul. It is a great run around town vehicle with 4WD, but I would not recommend long distant travel in it.
February 2, 2014It 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.
April 12, 2012For 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.
January 7, 2008Vehicle features are awesome even at 19 years old. Great value, good mpg for a small pickup. Longevity.
February 4, 2023Trims & specs
Base MSRP $20,090 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.4L 190 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 17 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $23,240 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.4L 190 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 16 | Drivetrain 4WD |
Base MSRP $17,410 | Seating 3 |
Engine 2.7L 150 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 18 | Drivetrain 4WD |
Base MSRP $19,230 | Seating 5 |
Engine 2.7L 150 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 18 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $14,915 | Seating 3 |
Engine 2.7L 150 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 18 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $20,640 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.4L 190 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 16 | Drivetrain 4WD |
Base MSRP $13,000 | Seating 3 |
Engine 2.4L 142 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 22 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $18,475 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.4L 190 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 17 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $20,900 | Seating 4 |
Engine 3.4L 190 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 19 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $17,610 | Seating 5 |
Engine 2.7L 150 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 18 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $15,660 | Seating 5 |
Engine 2.4L 142 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 22 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $19,550 | Seating 5 |
Engine 2.7L 150 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 18 | Drivetrain 4WD |
Pricing trends
MSRP range
$13,000 - $23,240
Current avg. market price
$14,391
Price unchanged this month
May 2026 - November 2026
