2002 Toyota Tacoma Review
Price Estimate: $1,166 - $1,822





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Toyota Tacoma model years
Toyota Tacoma types
- Double Cab
- Xtracab
- Regular Cab
Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Flexible and refined drivetrains, competent off-road capabilities, multiple body configurations.
Cons
- High price, most convenience features are optional, no third or fourth door on Xtracabs.
What’s new
A moonroof is available now on PreRunners and S-Runners have color-keyed side badging.
Edmunds says
The 2002 Toyota Tacoma is 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.
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65 listings
- 162,556 miles
- Insurance loss reported, 1 owner, personal use only
- 5'2” bed, 3.4l, 6cyl
- Georgis Auto Sales (574 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Rear Bench Seats
- Crew Cab
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
- 5000lb Towing Capaci...
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Located in Denver, CO
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Issue reported
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
16 Combined MPG (15 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 5TEHN72N02Z048851
Stock: 6269
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-24-2025- $13,995
- 149,947 miles
- Insurance loss reported, 2 owners, personal use
- 6'3” bed, 3.4l, 6cyl
- Georgis Auto Sales (574 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Rear Bench Seats
- 6ft Bed
- Extended Cab
- 5000lb Towing Capaci...
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Located in Denver, CO
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Issue reported
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
16 Combined MPG (15 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 5TEWN72N62Z003436
Stock: 6273
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-05-2025
Vehicle overview
Tacoma. Toyota says it's supposed to suggest the rugged outdoors, as well as strength and adventure, but a friend of ours once quipped, "Obviously, nobody from Toyota has actually been to Tacoma."
There are three body styles from which to choose: Regular Cab, Xtracab and Double Cab. Each is available with two-wheel or four-wheel drive. Toyota also offers Tacomas with a "PreRunner" designation. PreRunners are 2WD trucks that have the looks and heavy-duty suspension of 4WD models.
Toyota expanded the Tacoma lineup last year with the Double Cab. This compact crew cab offers four full-size doors and a longer passenger compartment in the hopes of appealing to people who want a pickup and an SUV but can't afford both. In order to keep overall length reasonable for on- and off-road maneuverability, the Double Cab's bed length is shortened to 61.5 inches.
For all Tacomas, any of three engines go under the hood. Two-wheel-drive Tacomas get a 2.4-liter four-cylinder base engine, rated at 142 horsepower and 160 pound-feet of torque. Tacoma 4WDs and 2WD PreRunners earn a 2.7-liter four with 150 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque. Standard on Double Cab and optional on Xtracab models is a 3.4-liter V6 that whips out 190 horses and 220 lb-ft of torque. Toyota also offers a special 2WD S-Runner Xtracab sport truck equipped with the V6, a five-speed manual transmission and a sport-tuned suspension. A supercharger is also available from Toyota Racing Development (TRD) for the V6, boosting output to 260 horsepower. Ask your dealer for details.
Interiors are industrial in design, failing to appear modern, but are constructed of high-quality materials. Switchgear is logically placed and easy to use. Larger drivers might find the front seats to be uncomfortable, but the cabin in general is pretty roomy, especially in the Double Cab. Standard features are few and far between, however. Items like air conditioning, cruise control, bucket seats and power windows and locks are all optional. Toyota does offer two optional packages -- SR5 and Limited -- that bundle the most desired features. A TRD off-road package is also available that includes an upgraded suspension, 16-inch tires and a locking rear differential.
In terms of safety equipment, all pickups contain dual front airbags with a shut-off switch for the passenger side. Four-wheel antilock brakes are optional. In government crash tests, the Tacoma has not faired as well as other compact pickups.
Driving a Tacoma is easy enough thanks to its compact dimensions. Both four-cylinder engines offer adequate acceleration, though you'll want the V6 if you plan on towing. Ride quality can suffer if the TRD off-road package is ordered, but the payoff in terms of enhanced off-road ability is well worth it.
Toyota hopes to attract buyers with the handsome styling and rugged image of its Tacoma as well as its reputation for quality and reliability. Generally, we like the Tacoma, but question the value it represents. Most of these Toyota trucks don't come cheap. Guess that's the price you pay for the peace of mind a Toyota provides.
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4 out of 5 starsFred Analla, 09/17/2016
2002 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Xtracab V6 4WD SB (3.4L 6cyl 5M)
I really enjoyed this truck, medical problems dictate that I find something else for my use. The truck has been very good and dependable, I haven't had any problems other than having to install a battery. I very much enjoyed driving this vehicle and as an old an auto mechanic repairing many different vehicles this Toyota comes highly recomended.
Fantastic!
5 out of 5 starsShane Keenan, 01/27/2016
2002 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Double Cab V6 4WD SB (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
This truck was my first car i had a 2002 Tacoma TRD off-road limited and it ran with 258,000 miles on it until i rolled it into a ditch, and even after the accident the cab stayed intact, i landed upside down and all that affected the cab was the center of the windshield and the sunroof bent in a few inches. Would not own any other truck!
31 years with 2 Tacomas
5 out of 5 starsEd Chacon, 07/12/2017
2002 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Double Cab PreRunner V6 2WD SB (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
'86 extra cab 14 years no major problems ...'2002 4door still runs great no problems.......Bought both new and both had normal wear and tear. Change oil regularly and treat it like it'll be there for 15 + years and it will.
Good truck
4.38 out of 5 starsEricm, 04/26/2009
2002 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Xtracab V6 4WD SB (3.4L 6cyl 5M)
Bought brand new in 02. No mechanical problems, only issue was rattle in dash. 4WD is great! Decent MPG for a v6 4WD ~19 overall.
2002 Tacoma Highlights
Double Cab
PreRunner
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $18,110 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $217/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Max Towing Capacity | 3,500 lbs. |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalAcceptable
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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