Used 2017 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab Consumer Reviews
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Best Truck on the Planet!
Panthro, 08/10/2017
updated 09/16/2021
2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road 4dr Double Cab 4WD 5.0 ft. SB (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I'm still very excited to own this Truck. It is everything I expected and then some. There's nothing I have found bad to say. It's still doing well heading towards 60k miles and still doing everything I asked it too. Much more refined than the previous Tacoma I owned.
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Not worth it
Buy A Ford, 04/07/2019
2017 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4dr Double Cab 5.0 ft. SB (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Worst driving vehicle i have ever owned. mpg never got even close to what they claim. best I averaged for the close to two years of ownership was 19 mpg several highway trips. Transmission and programming is irritating and not safe. the engine and transmission cannot figure out how to work together.
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Great off road but cant hold 70+ on the freeway.
Dallen Ormond, 01/01/2019
updated 01/04/2021
2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD PRO 4dr Double Cab 4WD 5.0 ft. SB (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
When I purchased this truck it was based on always wanting to drive a Tacoma. Historically I have driven full sized trucks. To be honest I feel like I’m driving an ATV. The truck is wonderful off road, but sometimes I feel like I’m going to get killed getting into traffic. Additionally, holding freeway speeds is an incessant downshift nightmare. The speed limit on the way to the mountains where I frequently travel is 80 mph. The Tacoma can’t handle it. I do not understand why Toyota can’t fix this. Not everyone lives off road. I think long term If I lived on a ranch or off the grid this truck would be ideal, but for the weekend warrior I would rather tow this truck to my off road location, like an ATV, than drive it there. Good little truck. Very reliable. Just wish it had a freeway mode. I purchased a 4 cyl. Turbo Wrangler Sahara for my daughter. In comparison to the Tacoma it has tons more torque, similar off-road, and better gas mileage. I’m not sure what Toyota is thinking
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2017 Toyota Tacoma Off-Road - Lease
Bayo Arowolo, 07/13/2017
2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road 4dr Double Cab 4WD 5.0 ft. SB (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
The Mid-Size Truck Market is very interesting and great if you are interested in buying a new Vehicle, that is a little bit bigger than your Typical SUV, but can still handle the load and look aesthetically pleasing. I am a Civil Engineer and I travel to a lot of different Construction Sites. I used to own a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (8 Cyl - 4WD), but it had A LOT of issues. The cost to repair its major flaws almost equated to the same amount I put down toward my lease for a new 2017 Toyota Tacoma Off-Road (Highest Premium Technology Package). To be honest the Toyota Tacoma never interested me because I wanted to stay with American Cars... After visiting the Philadelphia Car Show one weekend, I was looking forward to purchasing a GMC Canyon Denali or a Chevy Colorado. Though the Full Size Trucks looked great (Ford F-150, Ram Rebel, etc.) they were just a bit too large even for a person of my size (6'-2"/250lbs). However, after facing dealership issues trying find the GMC Canyon Denali, I decided to visit a well-reviewed Toyota Dealer to see the Toyota Tacoma, and my view point changed completely. The Tacoma Off-Road Package had (4) Doors, so I can still have my co-workers, family, and friends get into the vehicle. The Toyota Tacoma off-Road came with all the Technology Features (Navigation, Bluetooth, EnTune Radio, Wireless Charging Pad, Push-to-Start), Sun-Roof, and it also had Toyota's Safety features (Blind Spot mirrors, Rear-Collision Detect, Stop-Sensors, etc). In addition, compared to the other mid-size truck companies Toyota actually came with a lot of accessories that the others would force you to buy separately. Even with all the good new features there are some flaws, like the manual seat adjustments, weird placement of steering wheel, and sometimes sluggish acceleration. But even with that I still love this truck. I do a lot of volunteer work with my church, and I can haul equipment just fine, and the Short Box, which I preferred allows me to still park in Normal Parking Conditions. Plus the look of the Truck is 'Manly' and Aggressive so you get people to move out the way when you come donw the road, or turn heads when you drive by. Sometimes I feel like the best part of my day is when I wake up to drive and come home from work because the Truck is that enjoyable. If you previously owned poor vehicles of any kind you will greatly appreciate this one no matter what. In addition, I decided to lease my Tacoma because to own the car was a bit more expensive and if they upgrade the car in the future I can move on that vehicle instead. Toyota Tacoma supposedly has a good resale value because the Trucks are tough. I do not go Off-Roading, and I predominantly drive on the Highways of NJ. I usually like to cruise and enjoy my rides, so I do not keep up too well with my fellow fast pace drivers. But my MPG is 17cty, and 21.5hwy and when I get to the job site the conditions out there are far different than the normal road. But even then, rocks, curbs, or big logs cannot hinder this Truck from Moving. A Crawl Control Feature is included if you really like going Off-Road. Overall, If you are still judging between which mid-size truck to purchase I highly recommend you look at this Toyota Tacoma and take it for a Test-Drive. [Lease Info: $375/mth; 3yr – 12,000mi]
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Honda Ridgeline Pricing and Value
Honda Guy buys Tacoma...wHy?, 04/20/2018
updated 11/08/2021
2017 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4dr Double Cab 5.0 ft. SB (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
NOVEMBER 7 2021 UPDATE ON HONDA RIDGELINE RTL-E versus TACOMA SR5: Honda has gone and priced the Ridgeline RTL-E with sky high prices vice the Tacoma SR5. The chip shortage has made prices even higher for all vehicles. The Ridgeline is more of an in-town vehicle and is popular with the older folk as it is easier to climb into due to its lower ground clearance. I went with the Tacoma and the gas mileage is around 15 to 18 in town and 20 to 23 on long highway trips. I have a friend with a new RTL-E and he is getting around 18 to 20 MPG around town and 25 to 26 on the highway. Both are great vehicles and the choice is up to you! May 2021: All you Honda Ridgeline prospective buyers take note. First, I am a Honda guy and believe they produce solid vehicles. I purchased a 2017 Ridgeline and was not impressed with the overall quality of the "truck". As far as value, my belief is the 2021 Tacoma gives you more truck for your buck. You need to compare the Ridgeline RTL to the Tacoma SR5 and determine what is the best value for you. Don't rely on Consumer Reports as they believe the Ridgeline can "drive on water" despite the shallow bed, the lower towing capacity and lower ground clearance. Compare the MSRP of both vehicles and what you get on the SR5 for your money. To date this year, Honda has sold around 13,000 Ridgeline's while Toyota has sold around 67,000 Tacomas (Source GoodCarBadCar.net). Clearly the Tacoma is the choice for drivers who want a truck that can do the job a truck is supposed to do. The SR5 comes with more standard equipment than the RTL. Judge for yourself depending on what you need a truck to do for you. If you just want to drive to Home Depot and bring home mulch, then buy a Ridgeline or a Pilot. If want to be able to go off road and need a tough truck that is durable and reliable, buy a Tacoma.
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