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2003 Toyota Tacoma

2003 Toyota Tacoma Reviews
Overall rating:  Product Rating: 4.5

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Awesome Truck!

by toytrd
Oct 8, 2008 (A Helpful review)

Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Great offroad performer
Good looks
Fun to drive
Toyota reliability
Seats 4-5
Cons: Expensive!
No option for manual transmission for Double Cab model
Smaller bed with the Double Cab
The Bottom Line: Great reliability and offroad performance make for a sturdy truck.

Let me start off by saying I have never owned a vehicle other than a Toyota. That said there are other cars and trucks out there I like and I have considered other truck car makes.I bought a lightly used 2003 Double-Cab Tacoma 4x4 TRD ... read more

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Best truck ive ever had

by toyota1984
Apr 13, 2007 (A Somewhat Helpful review)

Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: roomy,fast,cool
Cons: clock position,bed depth
The Bottom Line: great truck buy it over a s10 and you will have it a lot longer. I thought the s10 was PERFECT until I drove a Taco.

Lets just say this truck is great.I have a few trucks this is the best.Ive had a chevy luv ( crap),a chevy s10 ( 1999) and a 1984 ( toyota 4x4).The toyota went for 348xxx before the tranny went out.It was a good truck with a 6 inch lift but I really ... read more

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2003 Toyota Tacoma - not for me

by photoghog
Sep 18, 2006 (A Somewhat Helpful review)

Author's Product Rating: 20 Recommended: No 

Pros: Great looking truck, Outstanding resale
Cons: shallow bed, poor quality of interior, terrible clock placement, poor overall quality
The Bottom Line: I will look at American trucks first due to price and quality comparisons.

Last May, I purchased a 2003 Tacoma Prerunner 4 door. I had always admired these trucks but could never afford one. I saved my pennies and alas! I find a gently used (23,000) mile model with all of the goodies that I wanted in great shape. Even though ... read more

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Great little truck. Don't expect to tow with it.

by teleplayer75
May 12, 2004 (A Helpful review)

Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Good engine, fit and finish, nice ride, lots of stuff for the price, Toyota dependability
Cons: Clock in a bad place, could use more power
The Bottom Line: A small truck that can get a lot done without busting the bank. If you need to tow or haul with it, get the V6.

I purchased a 2003 Tacoma to replace my poor, aging Chevy S10 Blazer. The configuration I purchased is extended cab, 2wd, 4cyl, manual trans. SR5 package, power windows, locks, cruise, A/C, CD player. The truck really is nice to look at. The SR5 ... read more

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Street truck with a bruising ride

by jedi29
Dec 12, 2003 (A Very Helpful review)

Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: looks, transmission, versatility
Cons: price, ride, cramped interior, bed size, gas tank
The Bottom Line: Overall, it’s a nice and useful truck for a small family.

This is a review on my sister’s red Toyota Tacoma double cab, which I have driven on numerous occasions. The Tacoma has been around for a while, first introduced in 1995. The Double cab went on sale in 2000 as a 2001 model. In other parts of the ... read more

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2003 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner Stepside 4x2 regular cab

by blueveil99
Sep 17, 2003 (A Helpful review)

Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: looks great, good ride, great paint, fun to drive.
Cons: limited accs, options can add up fast.
The Bottom Line: If you need a truck for getting to work, hauling from home depot, and looking great, this is it.

Best truck I've seen out there. I just bought a home and needed a Home Depot Hauler. I didn't need a giant truck, and thought I would check out the smaller "mini trucks" as they were called when I was in High school. I went in thinking I was going to get ... read more

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Another, and much better, Tacoma

by thewizard16
Aug 26, 2003 (A Very Helpful review)

Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Good looks, potent engine, high vantage point
Cons: Truck ride, rear seat legroom
The Bottom Line: I wouldn't hesitate to buy a fleet of them if I had the money.

INTRODUCTION: Well, this isn't the first Tacoma I've reviewed, I did one last year on a 2002 4cyl e ... read more

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Expected Great Toyota Quality In A Beautiful 4-Door Package

by nevadamtnbear
Jul 26, 2003 (A Somewhat Helpful review)

Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Powerful, good sound, great suspension, and plenty of room in the back for two adults.
Cons: No Oh-NO handles above passenger seat, no manual transmission on double cab, floor mats extra.
The Bottom Line: If you're looking for Toyota reliability in a comfortable ride for a group with the ability to act like a truck, the double cab Tacoma is a perfect fit.

The Double cab looks sleek and fits the bill for someone looking for the ability to carry more than ... read more

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2003 Toyota Tacoma: A truck To Use and Commute In

by charles
Mar 8, 2003 (A Helpful review)

Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Reliable and Compact, convenient and easy to load and handle large items; Quality
Cons: None
The Bottom Line: The 2003 Toyota Tacoma is a true truck to have because it's pretty decent on gas and other amenities.

Toyota has continued to dazzle its customers with the release of its 6th generation truck and the Tacoma nameplate. This is a truck that was designed and built in America. If one thing is clear, it's that Toyota's compact-pickup line has been doing ... read more

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Not as good as the price suggests

by roylafaver
Feb 27, 2003 - Updated May 24, 2003 (A Helpful review)

Author's Product Rating: 20 Recommended: No 

Pros: Excellent handling, adequate power and tight construction
Cons: Poorly designed interior, terrible seat back, poor mileage
The Bottom Line: A poor choice. Mechanical quality seems good, but very uncomfortable, poor mileage and substandard interior construction.

The transmission is sure and the engine is strong. However, mileage is poor. I have found that to get the rated highway mileage of 25 mpg you must drive under 68 mph. Driving 70 mph will drop the mileage to 23.5. City driving is even worse. I get ... read more

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Tough enough for just about anybody

by amblackm
Feb 10, 2003 (A Very Helpful review)

Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Rugged, dependible, stylish, ground clearance
Cons: Low Torque motor, low towing capacity.
The Bottom Line: You should buy the 2003 Toyota Tacoma if you are looking for a reliable compact truck that seats 5 adults comfortably and does not sacrifice performance.

I bought a 2003 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab 4x4 because I wanted more seating capacity than my old S-10 two seater had. I also needed a truck bed for hauling items that are too big and, more often, too messy to put inside a SUV, so a crew cab pickup was ... read more

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Tough as Nails and Built to Last, but Bring Your Own Seatcushion: 2003 Tacoma

by scmrak scmrak is a Lead on Epinions in Cars & Motorsports
Nov 17, 2002 - Updated Feb 10, 2003 (A Very Helpful review)

Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: reliability, ruggedness, off-road capability, power, construction quality
Cons: ride and passenger comfort
The Bottom Line: There aren't many trucks out there that are better-made and more reliable; unfortunately it's not a particularly comfortable vehicle

My '99 Tacoma has a birthday looming on the horizon -- 60,000 miles; "Just getting broken in," the service manager says -- and so I though I'd blow an entire Saturday sitting at the dealer since he's (Artie, for Red Truck) still under the ... read more

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The 2003 Toyota Tacoma Pre-Runner Our Newest Toy!

by merlot
Nov 16, 2002 (A Very Helpful review)

Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Toyota Quality. Stylish Looks.
Cons: A few minor inconveniences in the dash, read on!
The Bottom Line: It's a Toyota, nuff said!

For as long as I have known my husband, and that's 15 years, he has been a loyal and faithful Toyota driver. He has had 3 cars in the time that I have known them, they were all Toyota Celica's. He has a definite love for the Celica, no matter what year ... read more

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2003 Toyota Tacoma V6 4 x 4

by phungus
Oct 31, 2002 (A Very Helpful review)

Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Great looks, powerful motor, handling, etc.
Cons: Shallow bed, hard to see clock
The Bottom Line: If you are in the market for a mid-size pickup, the Tacoma is the best truck for the money.

In my last review, I described how I narrowed my recent new vehicle hunt down to two choices: a Nissan Frontier or a Toyota Tacoma. After spending half a day between two car dealerships, I ended up going with the Toyota. My last review describes why I ... read more

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by luckyday25 
Jul 29, 2007 (Show)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Comfort,fun to drive,sporty,styling
Cons: shallow truck bed
I bought my 2003 toyota tacoma ext. cab 4x4 recently knowing already what these trucks are capable of after already owning a 1997 tacoma. There isn't another small pickup on the market that can compare with them. I need a truck that will take me
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03 Tacoma 4x4 TRD ext cab v6
by sitecr2 
Jan 5, 2007 (Show)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Small, powerful, sharp looking, 4x4. truck bed carries large quantities
Cons: clock, door windows are an issue on mine.
Great truck. Added Linex spray in liner. Purchased to help around the house and tote 5x8 trailer. fully loaded moves right along. Got all the toys and have used them. Larger tires, Bridgestone Revo, fit the truck very well. 4x4 works pretty
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2003 Toyota Tacoma 4WD V6
by ajorjorian 
Nov 16, 2006 (Show)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Looks, vantage point, tough /reliable vehicle, 4WD, V6!!
Cons: Cant see clock. Door locks/window buttons seem operated opposite than most vehicles. Gas.
The Bottom Line: The bottom line is that the Toyota Tacoma is definately worth a consideration if looking to purchase a light truck
The moment I saw a Tacoma on the road, I knew it was the truck for me. It took nearly 5 months of searching (apparently Florida does not carry many 4x4 , automatic, off-road package Tacomas) and I ended up getting it in North Carolina. At 83,000 miles it
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I LOVE MY TRUCK!
by beatleologist 
May 15, 2006 (Show)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Looks, reliabilty, low cost of maintenence, fun to drive!
Cons: Placement of the clock!
This is the first Toyota truck I've ever owned. Have had an S-10 and a Ranger and I can tell you if I'd driven a Toyota back then I would've never bought the Chevy or the Ford. There is nothing about this truck that would prevent me from buying any
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Best truck for the money!!!!!!!
by jrayberg123 
Mar 6, 2005 (Show)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 
Pros: great resale value, never breaks, great in the snow and off road!
Cons: Small extra cab, 4 cylinder is a slouch go with six!
I purchased my 2003 Tacoma in April of 2003 brand new. I purchased this one because I had a 1989 toyota 4X4 that went to over 200000 miles and I still sold it for 2200 dollars. I've had this truck for two years now and done nothing to it mechanically
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2003 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner Double Cab
by gw3149 
Dec 25, 2004 (Show)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Comfortable ride, comfortable seats (front), great gas mileage for a pickup (24-26 mpg highway).
Cons: Non yet.
We just got it last week, after researching and looking for over 2 years. The body work is typical Toyota quality providing a good looking, functional exterior, including fender flairs and side bars for easy access. I like the design of this compact 4
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Good, durable truck for light to medium duty
by howieandmegan 
Nov 12, 2003 (Show)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Very solid truck that can be worked hard. Great four-cylinder engine.
Cons: Just some minor ergonomic issues.
I purchased a Tacoma several years ago and regretably had to sell it. This summer I bought another one and have been using it non-stop since. I'm very pleased with the 2.7l four-cylinder engine. It has all the power I need even when hauling big loads.
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