Used 2011 Toyota Tacoma Consumer Reviews
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Does The Job
mitchelld, 07/04/2011
2011 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner V6 4dr Double Cab 5.0 ft. SB (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
8 of 13 people found this review helpful
Previously owned a Ford F150 with V-8. After 7 years, I made the decision to 'down size' to the Tacoma. The Ford was more comfortable and much easier to get in/out of. Additionally, (and somewhat incredibly) the Tacoma only delivers about 1.5 better MPG. However, the Tacoma is much easier to park in tight spaces and rides on a par with the larger F150. Brakes on the Tacoma are adequate in spite of feeling as though there is air in the brake line ('mushy'). Also, be aware, the brakes squeak/squeal & you will be told by Tacoma that this is "NORMAL" If you are down sizing, be willing to accept less vehicle in interior/exterior space, ride, and hauling capability with little MPG improvement.
Underpowered, Tough, Noisy, but Reliable Truck
Chuck Corley, 07/18/2016
updated 01/25/2021
2011 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner 4dr Access Cab 6.1 ft. SB (2.7L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The 2011 4-cylinder Tacoma truck is underpowered, but a tough truck. I purchased the truck with 11K miles and sold it at 42K miles. I had to replace the cabin fan speed control as the fan quit working. It was used for a home inspection business and carried mainly ladders & hand tools and occasional home project materials. I let many people borrow and all thought it was underpowered even without carrying anything. The ride and noise level were very disappointing. I drove it for 21K miles in the 3-years that I owned it. Maintenance requirements are minimal and mostly oil changes and drive shaft lubrication. The truck averaged 18-19 mpg with mixed driving. It did appear to be built tough. I ended up trading the 4-Cylinder Tacoma for a comparable equipped 2013 V6 Tacoma.
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The best truck out there period.
MVB, 11/11/2016
2011 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Regular Cab 6.1 ft. SB (2.7L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is the best all-around get it done truck. The 4 cylinder is adequate but a reliable and very durable powerplant. The truck is so tough ive loaded ton after ton of firewood in the composite bed disregarding the load rating and nursing the squatting truck home on the frame resting on the axle. Not a peep from her yet. These new competitor's trucks with steel and aluminum beds I don't know how they didn't catch on and build an indestructible bed like this. The turning radius is amazing for a 4x4 truck also. Tighter than my last Tacoma. The last PA winter we had here was also a true test for the 4 wheel drive as the blizzard we got here was 34 inches. The auto lsd can be annoying but was mostly effective. It can also be turned off as well. I plan to keep this truck for a long long time.
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bart25, 11/25/2011
2011 Toyota Tacoma V6 4dr Double Cab 4WD 5.0 ft. SB (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
8 of 15 people found this review helpful
The Tacoma has its limitations, but going to a Tacoma from a full size Ford F-250 will take something to get used to. I purchaced it cause I was sick and tired of getting 11 mpg with my Ford. When picking out a new Tacoma the test ride in the automatic was totally unacceptable the way the transmission would constantly shift up and down everytime I touched the gas pedal so I was ready to walk away but the salesman said he had a 6 speed manual shift 4 door, but I said NO! no manual for me, so he insulted me saying I couldn't drive a manual, but when I took the manual for a ride I LOVED it and took it home.
Absolute Garbage!
mongre, 10/04/2012
2011 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Access Cab 6.1 ft. SB (2.7L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 18 people found this review helpful
I have now owned 4 Toyotas. Excluding a late 80s base model Tacoma, this is the worst vehicle I have ever owned. I will be slow to purchase a Toyota again. Cheap materials, cramped and awkward interior, an endless supply of mechanical failures. I am happy to say goodbye. I spent hours haggling over the Cruise Control failing at 70. Toyota made every excuse yet blamed me & the terrain (small incline). 1 engine out of 12 takes synthetic. Of course my dealership filled it with standard and replaced it so the engine could sound like a VW bug for a while. Two...yes TWO rear bearings, a differential and a front strut later and this has been in the shop more than my last 3 cars combined!