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Toyota Tacoma II Double Cab 2.7 (160 Hp) 4WD Automatic
Overall Rating
Toyota Tacoma:
The Toyota Tacoma is a pickup truck manufactured by Japanese automobile manufacturer Toyota since 1995. The first-generation Tacoma was classified as a compact pickup truck; subsequent models are classified as mid-size pickup trucks. The Tacoma was Motor Trend's Truck of the Year for 2005.
As of 2015, the Tacoma was sold in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, Bolivia, Bermuda, and the French overseas collectivity of New Caledonia. Most markets across the world receive the Toyota Hilux in lieu of the Tacoma....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Double Cab Overview:
Toyota Tacoma (II Double Cab). With 246 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.7 (160 Hp) 4WD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.7L I4 with 4WD and automatic transmission offers a practical and reliable option for those needing light off-road capability and ease of driving, though acceleration is modest.
Fuel Economy
This configuration balances capability with slightly better fuel economy than the V6, making it a more sensible choice for daily driving where 4WD is occasionally needed.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary Toyota reliability and durability
- • Excellent off-road capability, especially with 4WD
- • Strong resale value
- • Spacious Double Cab interior
- • Powerful V6 engine option
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be poor, especially with the V6
- • Ride quality can be firm, typical for a pickup
- • Interior materials are utilitarian, not luxurious
- • Limited advanced safety features by modern standards
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV Double Cab: April, 2024 - ).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Tacoma |
| Generation: | II Double Cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.7 (160 Hp) 4WD Automatic |
| Start of production: | August, 2004 |
| End of production: | 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 160 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 59.4 Hp/l [124mm less] |
| Torque: | 246 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 2TR-FE More details about the engine 2TR-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 2694 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, D-VVT-i |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.8 l |
| Coolant: | 8.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 95 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 95 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 5286 mm mm [124mm less] |
| Width: | 1895 mm mm [84mm less] |
| Height: | 1781 mm mm [111mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3246 mm mm [104mm less] |
| Front track: | 1600 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1610 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 215 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 245/75 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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