2004 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 Extra Cab SR5 review from North America

The dome light only works half the time. Bulb? Wiring?

I have been looking forward to owning a Toyota Tacoma 4x4 for the past 3 years, and finally have been able to buy one.

So far, the truck has been everything I have thought it would be; all except the fact that the dome light works only half the time. This is not a problem though; the truck is certified and the repair will be free of charge.

This is my first manual transmission, and I found it very easy to learn using this truck. Within days I was shifting smoothly and comfortably driving the truck.

This vehicle's shining moment came two days ago when I was rear-ended by a '94 Chevy Astro. The only damage to my truck was two small 3 inch dents on the bumper, and it continues to function as if nothing ever happened. The Chevy was a different story. Both headlights and the grille were smashed. The bumper was also severely bent by my tow hitch. In addition, the hood would not open.

If this is an example of this vehicle's durability, I am sure to be happy with my purchase for years to come.

Mileage is exactly what I expected for a truck of its class. If I utilize the cruise control and take highway routes, I can achieve 19-20 MPG. Not much less than my '88 Oldsmobile Cutlass.