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NAV will not be an option on the 05 Tacoma. No pricing yet but I suspect it will be made public within the next two weeks (along with the list of options).
Thats dissapointing about no NAV option.
I read on a few other boards that a few Toyota dealers were reporting it as options.
Is it safe to say that it can be added aftermarket?
Also whats the biggest difference between TRD Sport and TRD Off Road? Im interested in the 4x4 Double Cab v6 with the Hood Scoop!
Thanks again!
You want the Sport option. I belive the Off Road package has 16" wheels with larger tires and no hood scoop. The Sport option has the hood scoop and 17" wheels if I recall correctly.
Anyways...
Now I'm torn because I would love to get that Hood Scoop, but I also planned on taking the truck off road too. I really wanted to get the 16" with over size tires. I know it's early, but any idea if those options will be interchangeable as far as wheel/tire sizes go? Toyota looks like they are going to make it even harder for me to make a choice now
Ohh, and very last question... is the TRD Supercharger still going to be available as an upgrade on release?
Thanks so much again... I apologize for all the questions just getting very excited!
Not sure that you're "moving up." as I doubt the new Tacoma will fit 4x8 paneling flat on the bed floor like your T-100 can.
Don't get me wrong, I'm sure the new Tacoma will be an excellent truck, and in most ways, superior to your old T-100, but it's still a mid-size truck, not a full-size truck which your T-100 was (if even only barely).
Bob
A Tundra is a step up from a T-100 (in all aspects). I don't think there is any debate there. Going from a T-100 to a new Tacoma will be a step up in some ways, but not in others. As I recall the T-100 was capable of hauling 1500lb, if not more. Check your T-100's owners manual. That info will be there. It's also most likely on the driver's door jamb.
In any event, enjoy your new truck. I'm sure it will suit your needs just fine.
Bob
One thing that will settle it for me is the MPG. Has anybody heard any estimates on the V6? I saw a post on the 4 banger, but really find those numbers hard to believe.
That is perhaps the best engine Toyota ever built!
Mileage Estimates (mpg city/highway) [7]
V6 6-speed manual 18/22 18/22 18/22
V6 5-speed automatic 16/20 16/20 16/20
V8 5-speed automatic 16/18 16/18 16/18
I would be surprised to see the 05 Taco beat these numbers by more than 1 or 2 mpg. Hope I am wrong.
However, when I did the "build your own Taco," I was having a hard time finding a truck available that had leather seats. I prefer leather, because it doesn't absorb sweat when you're out working, like cloth seats do. It is also much easier to keep clean. Anyway, I was wondering if this option will be easier to get in the '05 Taco, and if this is even an option with the TRD Sport/Off-Road packages?
I'm also hoping that the option packages will be a little more clear as to what other packages you can get them with. It seemed like every time I tried to pick something I wanted, it would "conflict" with something else I had chosen before.
Also, will locking diffs be standard on the TRD packages? Or is it still an add on?
I'll add one last thing, my dad has a '98 Taco, and the thing goes through tires fairly fast (they end up wearing a bit odd, even with rotation, and also sounding loud). Is this an issue that has possibly been worked out over the years, or is it just typical of these trucks?
I was also wondering if the increased width of the '05, along with the wheel base, was to address some of the concerns of the roll-over testing that was done by Consumer Reports. From what I remember, it rode up on two wheels in one of the emergency avoidance tests.
Any input here?
4.0 Liter V6 19/24 2.7 Liter L4 24/35
I believe the main reason for any confusion is in trying to draw comparisons between currently offered drive train combinations with what is offered in the new Tacoma. For example: The new 2.7 Liter L4 engine has been redesigned to include enhancements like VVT-i (variable valve timing with intelligence). And it the 4.0-liter engine (currently offered in the 4-Runner with a 4-speed ECT) gets an upgrade in the new Tacoma with the addition of 5-speed automatic transmission and a 6-speed manual overdrive transmission. These enhancements allow the new Tacoma to be bigger, more powerful yet get better fuel mileage. Can you imagine driving down the highway in your new Tacoma with the cruise control set at 65 mph, you would probably are only going to be taching out at about 1600- 1700 rpm. What kind of fuel economy do you think you will getting then?
I have a considerable amount of information on the new Tacoma. If you have any specific questions please post them here and I will try to answer them.
I think I tried emailing you but I recieved no response... Anyway... A few quick questions.
1.) Is it true that there is absolutely no NAV option for the new 05 Tacoma?
2.) Is there an upgraded stero option that will be MP3 compatible?
3.) Will the TRD Supercharger be available upon release? If so, any price?
4.) When will dealers start seeing the 05 Tacoma on their lots?
5.) Any pricing info? If not exact prices, has the price gone up much from 04 models?
Any and all info is truly appreciated!
Thanks!
Regarding your question about TRD (Toyota Racing Development). So far TRD has put together two packages:
TRD Sport package - This Package includes limited-slip differential, retuned suspension (different bushing, shocks and a thicker front sway bar), larger tires and wheels and cosmetic dress-up pieces.
TRD Off-Road Package includes retuned suspension (different bushing, shocks and a thicker front sway bar) BF Goodrich tires, fog lamps and locking rear differential.
Regarding your “roll over” characteristics question. The New Tacoma shares Toyota’s Prado platform along with the 4-Runner and the Lexus GX470, which has a substantial footprint to weight ratio for outstanding vehicle stability. Couple that with the now available VSC (vehicle stability control) that works with electronic traction control for even more vehicle control in panic maneuvers. (Tacoma is the first compact pick-up to offer VSC as an option) I believe you will find your new Tacoma to be a very stable platform.
Regarding tire wear; I know of no tire wear problems on the Prado platform
I have a considerable amount of information on the new Tacoma. If you have any specific questions please post them here and I will try to answer them.
Mark
where did you find the MPG estimates for the new Taco? Also, is the MPG you stated for a 2wd?
Lastly, will the new Taco and the 05 4 runner have the same MPG estimates?
Thanks!
As far as how good the mpg will be, it just depends. There are many factors that influence mpg. Over the last three years my Avalon has seen everything from 12.47 to 31.87 mpg. The actual EPA rating is 21/29. If you want to get real numbers, Consumer Reports does a good job of estimating city and highway mpg.
I was wondering if you had any relatively new (read: unreleased) information on the X-Runner format of the 2005 Tacoma. I find it kind of funny that there has been a longer time period of the release of Toyota's plans to build such a model, and yet there isn't really any concrete information besides a few of it's stats. I know all the new basic information, such as what colors will be offered, etc etc. But do you have any specific package information, or maybe what sort of price range it will be in?
Also, if I could, would I be able to get in touch with a dealership, or maybe even a fleet manager since I work at various dealerships, and get an X-Runner ordered from the factory to my specifications? I conversed with a Nissan fleet manager and he said that Toyota's don't really do direct factory ordering as much as they do just trying to "match" your criteria to an already existing vehicle. Is this true?
Thank you in advance. If you have any other info regarding the X-Runner that you feel may be relative, please throw it at me. I'm dying to know as much about the truck as I can.
- Micah
http://www.starks-news.com/NewsArchives/Vehiclereviews.htm/2005To- yotaTacoma.htm
Thanks for the answers. Wasn't sure anyone would respond, since it's been a while since anyone has posted...
A few more questions.
1. So the new Tacoma has a different platform that it used to have? Was it based on another platform before?
2. This VSC and Traction Control, I assume these are only on the 5-speed Auto?
3. The different wheels/tires you speak of on the sport and off-road packages, what do you get with what?
--Wheel Size?
--Tire Size (not wheel tire size, but overall)?
--Tire Style (one is off-road, the other is more of a street tire, possibly)?
--Tire Brands (I see the off-road tires will be BF Goodrich)?
4. Sunroof from a post'er before? I thought the new Tacoma didn't have that option?
5. Will the towing package be available with either the auto or manual tranny?
6. Any information on the type of bike rack that can be purchased as an option? How many bikes does it hold, is it a hitch mount thing, or a bed attachment?
7. Any information about this power outlet in the bed? Is it 120VAC or 12VDC?
8. What are the available colors, are there samples of these colors on the Toyota site (possibly from other cars)?
9. I think someone else asked this, but I didn't see an answer for it, what is the distance between the wheel wells on the inside of the bed of the Tacoma? Is it wide enough to fit flat sheets of drywall or plywood (I'm guessing still no...)
That's about all I can think of right at the moment, but feel free to spill the beans, so to speak, about the other "considerable amount of information" you may have...we're all dying to know more about this sweet new truck.
http://www.autosite.com/Reviews/2005-toyota-tacoma.asp
Not sure if anyone metioned it already, but on a review mentioned earlier
http://www.starks-news.com/NewsArchives/Vehiclereviews.htm/2005To- yotaTacoma.htm
the new V6 requires 91 octane premium whereas the new I4 only 87 octane...
I keep driving by my local dealer on the way to and from work hoping to see a new '05 D-cab 4x4 in person!
http://www.caranddriver.com/article.asp?section_id=3&article_- id=8517&page_number=1
looks like it's about 500 lbs heavier, lost some ground clearance, pricier (27K as tested) than the 2004 DC 4x4. don't care much for the small 10" drum brake in the rear.
i'm starting to look closer at the 05 frontier now.
We truly are in the golden age of automobiles.
http://pressroom.toyota.com/photo_library/display.html?kw=Tacoma
First thing I checked was interior cab dimensions for the DC. This is what I see in comparing the '04 to the '05 DC:
Headroom: 38.8/37.7 ('04) vs. 40.1/38.5 ('05)
Legroom: 42.8/33.7 ('04) vs. 41.7/32.6 ('05)
Hiproom: 49.6/50.8 ('04) vs. 53.6/55.2 ('05)
Shoulder: 53.9/53.5 ('04) vs. 57.7/59.3 ('05)
Bed Length: 61.5 ('04) vs 60.3 ('05)
Bed Depth: 15.9 ('04) vs 18.0 ('05)
Bed Width: 57.9/40.9 ('04) vs 56.7/41.5 ('05)
Hmmmm....headroom slightly up F and R.
Hiproom and shoulder room up SIGNIFICANTLY F and R.
Uhhhh.....legroom is REDUCED both F and R from the '04 DC Tacomas????
How come the cab is wider (as seen by much better hip and shoulder room) but the bed is not?
http://autodeadline.com/Photos?source=Toyota&model=Tacoma&- ;kw=&page=4
I may get this instead of a 4Runner! It looks so tough and ready to hit the trails.
Double Cab
4.7-liter DOHC 32-valve EFI
V8 with VVT-i
282 hp @ 5400 rpm;
325 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm
Exterior Dimensions (in.)
Overall height 74.4/75.0
Overall width 79.3/79.7
Length with rear bumper 230.1/230.1
Wheelbase 140.5/140.5
Track (front/rear) 65.9/67.3
Interior Dimensions front/rear (in.)
Head room 41.2/40.2
Leg room 41.6/37.5
Shoulder room 62.1/62.2
Hip room 59.7/58.3
Mileage Estimates (mpg city/highway)
V8 5-speed automatic 15/18
Towing capacity(lb.)
6500/6500
2005 Toyota Tacoma 4X4
Double Cap
4.0-liter DOHC EFI V6,
24-valve aluminum block with
aluminum alloy head with VVT-i
245 hp @ 5,200 rpm
282 lb-ft @ 3,800 rpm
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS (inches)
Overall Height 70.1
Overall Width 74.6
Overall Length 208.1
(Long Bed) 221.3
Wheelbase 127.8
(Long Bed) 140.9
Inside Bed Length 60.3
(Long Bed) 73.5
Front Track/Rear Track 63.0/63.4
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS (inches)
Headroom (front/rear) 40.1/38.5
Legroom (front/rear)41.7/32.6
Shoulder Room (front/rear)57.7/59.3
Hip Room (front/rear)53.6/55.2
EPA ESTIMATED FUEL ECONOMY (mpg)
(city/highway) 17/21
Towing capacity(lb.)
5000/6500
The only thing missing is a sunroof or moonroof. I really enjoy the sunroof on my '92 SR5 pickup.
I will probably still buy an '05 but I don't understand why they are leaving an option that costs $900 on a 4Runner off.
Can you get the tow package with the manual?
I know the 05's aren't out quite yet, but the official specs have been released at
http://pressroom.toyota.com/photo_library/display.html?kw=Tacoma
My question is what will the max tire size be for the 05 Tacomas with TRD Off Road and 16" wheels? The TRD Offroad package will include P265/70 R16 BF Goodrenches. Anybody know, or have any guesses as to how big of a tire you can fit on there without any mods?
I'm assuming Im just going to have to be patient for another month until they hit lots, but all info is truly appreciated!
Thanks!
2nd: What will the power train handle? that is to say, will towing a certain trailer damage anything, and will it deliver acceptable performance. Performance ought to be a given here. With 5 speeds to pick from here (I cant advocate towing max load in OD with a gas motor) the should be plenty of newts to pull any grade on the interstate system at posted speeds (far be it from me to endorse anything else) That leaves damage.... most manufacturers have been reluctant to assign the same capacity to manuals as they publish for their automatics. sometimes, its a case of vendor GCW, ie, New Venture Gear suplied a 5spd to GM that is rated for less Gross Combined weight than the 4L60E that served as its counterpart. Now, the weak link of any transmission is the overdrive and the clutch. If you think you can launch a rig with 11,ooo# total weight w/o cooking the clutch, you should be ok. <mbsp>
Running bigger tires... well, the 265/70R16 bfg that will ship on the TRDs is a 31/10.50 size, for comparison sakes. a 265/75R16, being a 32/10.10 should fit w/o mods. if you're out for the tallest thing, have the tire store roll a 255/85R16 (33/10) under there- these might need a little pruning on the mudflaps and inner fender wells though. If you're out for wider rubber, 275/70R16 should fit, but anything bigger is gonna need wheels. 285/75's (33/11.50)might fit on different wheels, but expect some rubbing off road here. <bold>Allways keep in mind here that different tires will usually adversly affect fuel economy, handeling, tow capacity and ride. </bold>
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