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4.5 out of 5 stars

Best vehicle I've owned yet!

Jethro790, 01/20/2004
2004 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Xtracab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

When I started looking for a Toyota Tacoma, I was interested in a used vehicle. After seeing the price of the used Tacomas, I decided to go with new. I now understand why these trucks hold thier value so much. The quality is great. Even the used ones I test drove with 35-50k miles on them felt tight and solid. My truck is equipped with the inline 4 2.7l engine, and it has plenty of grunt for my use. I have been off-road with it many times and it performs flawlessly. I was impressed to see that the owners manual specifically states that "This truck is designed for off-road use." I will be sticking with Toyota for some years to come.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Poor design.

Robert Mirsky, 06/12/2004
2004 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Regular Cab PreRunner Rwd SB (2.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

My experience with this truck is tops. The only complaint I have is the bench seat design. I have both models, with bucket seats and with the bench seat. To sit the way the bench seat is designed, you are off center behide the wheel, this puts uneven pressure on the back and is very uncomfortable. To seat in the seat the way it is designed, you sit off center behide the wheel. I don't understand why this seat has not been re-designed.

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5 out of 5 stars

2004 Toyota Tacoma Sport Runner X-tra cab V6 3.4L

Nick Coller, 07/07/2020
2004 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Xtracab S-Runner V6 Rwd SB (3.4L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Five stars are NOT enough! What else can I say...best of the best!!!

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5 out of 5 stars

S-Runners Rule

Taco626, 06/12/2004
2004 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Xtracab S-Runner V6 Rwd SB (3.4L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

If you've never driven one, you are truly missing out

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2.5 out of 5 stars

SUV vs Truck

Ex-Carwidow, 09/13/2004
2004 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Xtracab Rwd SB (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful

I traded my 2003 4 Runner in for a 2004 Tacoma figuring it would give me more room for moving a long distance. It was a reliable vehicle (all Toyotas are) I was concerned it being a 4 cyl. but that truck moved and pulled a trailer like nothing. The ride was a ruff ride and the cab is very small. If you are over 5'6" you will be cramped. Miles to the gallon where not a good as expected. I missed the luxury and went back to a SUV, not Toyota, so I have my fingers crossed. Toyota does make a reliable vehicle!

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2.38 out of 5 stars

What a Mistake!!!

Cravix02, 05/26/2009
2004 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Xtracab Rwd SB (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 6 people found this review helpful

I have a very annoying clunking sound when stopping and when taking off; seems like the transmission was slipping, and or the drive shaft was very loose. Took it to the dealership in Greenville, and Greer, and they said it is normal, that they drive like that... What a piece of junk. I bought it believing it was going to be like my old 87, but it is not even close. It also has a whistling sound in the cabin, even when at idle, Toyota also said it is normal, it vibrates, and nobody seems to find the problem, I have new tires and rims, balanced and aligned 4 times, at different places, and Toyota says it is not too much of a vibration!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

tacoma

jim, 04/12/2005
2004 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Double Cab V6 4WD SB (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Interior noise @ fuel economy would be the only negatives. Average 17 winter 19 summer. Was rated at 19 so I knew this going in.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Very well built truck!

martinjmpr, 07/06/2007
2004 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Double Cab PreRunner V6 Rwd SB (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Bought it used in Jan 07 when we were in the middle of our 9 blizzards this year! The truck has been awesome, seems to go almost anywhere. This is my 2nd Toyota, my first was an 85 4x4 truck I bought new in 85. Toyotas are popular around here and for good reason: They're tough, reliable and very well made. MPG has been better than the EPA estimate: I get 18.5 in the city and 22-23 on the the highway. V6 is not extremely powerful but it gets the job done. Manual tranny is fun to drive and gives decent economy as well.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Best truck...EVER!Bou

sierratoy, 04/23/2011
2004 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Xtracab V6 4WD SB (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I bought my 2004 4X4 TRD December 03. 2004 was last year of the compact size. Didn't want the larger midsize 05 model. Extremely durable and reliable. Off road capabilities are superb. It also cruises very well on the highway. Excellent in snow...deep snow. Only regular scheduled maintenance required.These trucks are the best EVER.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Only one problem.

Roye, 03/04/2005
2004 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Xtracab PreRunner Rwd SB (2.7L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I get 19-21 mpg it's ok. Clunking noise after stopping and then taking off agian. Doesn't do it every time, but it drives me nuts when it does. Feels like drive line is binding up. Sounds like I don't like the truck, but I do. Can say I've ever had a real problem. Rough ride, gas mpg, and that clunk only complaints. Its a truck and I guess I might be comparing it to the Toyota Highlander my wife drives. I had 2 Chevy Silverados (2001&2003)had to take them both back to the dealership to many times for minor problems. Haven't taken this truck back once. The best build quailty out there. I usually only buy American but I finally gave up and went with Quality.

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