2003 Toyota Tacoma Review

　　

zzdcar' Expert Review

by the zzdcar Experts

　　

What’s new

　　The 2003 Toyota Tacoma compact pickup is upgraded with standard antilock brakes on all models. Additionally, child restraint system lower anchors have been added to the front passenger seat on Regular and Xtracab models, and to the rear outboard seats on Double Cab models.

　　

zzdcar says

　　A capable compact pickup with a variety of body styles to suit most buyers. Has a reputation for reliability, but value in question due to high asking prices.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2003 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Regular Cab Rwd SB (2.4L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.04 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$171/mo  for Tacoma Base

　　Tacoma Base

　　2dr Regular Cab Rwd SB (2.4L 4cyl 5M) - $12,200 MSRP2dr Regular Cab Rwd SB (2.4L 4cyl 4A) - $12,920 MSRP2dr Xtracab Rwd SB (2.4L 4cyl 5M) - $14,840 MSRP2dr Xtracab Rwd SB (2.4L 4cyl 4A) - $15,560 MSRP2dr Regular Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl 5M) - $16,610 MSRP2dr Regular Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl 4A) - $17,510 MSRP2dr Xtracab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl 5M) - $18,730 MSRP2dr Xtracab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl 4A) - $19,630 MSRP2dr Regular Cab PreRunner Rwd SB (2.7L 4cyl 4A) - $14,115 MSRP2dr Xtracab PreRunner Rwd SB (2.7L 4cyl 4A) - $16,790 MSRP2dr Xtracab PreRunner V6 Rwd SB (3.4L 6cyl 4A) - $17,655 MSRP4dr Double Cab PreRunner Rwd SB (2.7L 4cyl 4A) - $18,410 MSRP4dr Double Cab PreRunner V6 Rwd SB (3.4L 6cyl 4A) (Most Popular) - $19,270 MSRP2dr Xtracab V6 4WD SB (3.4L 6cyl 5M) - $19,820 MSRP2dr Xtracab V6 4WD SB (3.4L 6cyl 4A) - $20,720 MSRP4dr Double Cab V6 4WD SB (3.4L 6cyl 4A) - $22,420 MSRP2dr Xtracab S-Runner V6 Rwd SB (3.4L 6cyl 5M) - $20,080 MSRP

　　vs

　　$218/mo

　　Avg. Compact Truck

　　

2003 Tacoma Highlights

Type: XtracabRegular CabDouble CabRegular Cab

　　Trim: BasePreRunnerBase

　　

Base MSRP	$12,200
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	22 MPG
Cost to Drive	$171/month
Seating	3 seats
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Max Towing Capacity	3,500 lbs.
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles