Driving Experience
Includes acceleration and handling
What Owners Say
"reliable new frame extended life can't beat a company that stands behind its product ride is stiff but its a truck towed a boat total wgt 4600 lbs engine smooth .no body rust.not very many 14 year old fords or chevys around great truck despite your poor survey"
Edward C., ME (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Still a truck."
Anonymous, VA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Great with towing."
Anonymous, CA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Four wheel drive"
Anonymous, IA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Good acceleration for a pick-up, handling is decent, will haul quite a load without bogging down at all, absolutely terrible gas mileage."
Anonymous, MO (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Nothing like a 5 speed stick shift. And very unlikely t be stolen."
Anonymous, AR (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Power of the v6 is very adequate including towing an 18ft fiberglass boat. Acceleration is quick and handling such as cornering is very good."
Alan S., SC (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"It is stable, good acceleration and the ride is firm"
Anonymous, PA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"It has plenty of power, is easy to drive in no small part because of the tight turning radius"
Gary J., CA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Acceleration is very good. Getting on a freeway is easy and so is passing another vehicle."
Bruce M., CA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Quick acceleration - good large turning radius - bad"
David M., CA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Very reliable"
Anonymous, AZ (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"I've had the ignition lock up when I try to start the truck with the key. The steering wheel is locked and the key can't turn. I've tried many suggestions to overcome this and the best is to not leave the truck in gear when I turn it off and be sure to pull the hand brake."
Phillip P., CA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Handles well, good acceleration handing"
Anonymous, PA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Great acceleration"
Scott W., TX (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Acceleration is good(for the age of the truck). The ride is rough and handling can be difficult"
Anonymous, MA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Cruise control works very well. Also drives nice with smooth acceleration and handling"
Cheryl T., NC (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Easy to handle and plenty of power."
Lois R., WA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"I'm not sure why CR has given the Tacoma negative ratings, it's about the best vehicle I've ever owned. The reliability is outstanding, pretty much just changed the oil and done the recommended basic services plus brake pads and new tires. The ride is good, and am satisfied with all aspects of it's performance."
Dave B., CA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"this truck is a little work horse."
Anonymous, CA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"There is always a funny growl sound in the transmission. The pulsing cherp in the brakes has never been resolved for 12 years. Has good acceleration on dry pavement in a straight line only."
Maia S., AZ (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Love the body style and the truck drives great!"
Kristi W., TN (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Acceleration is slow. Truck is underpowered with this engine."
Anonymous, PA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"4.0 L engine has good power for a 6 cylinder."
Anonymous, ON (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Reliability. Has NEVER let me down!"
Daniel B., CA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Handling and acceleration is great for this truck but turning radius is horrible."
Omar G., FL (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"I love my car! Toyota has always made a car that is solid and handles well. The 4 cyl engine is a non-issue when it comes to acceleration."
Anonymous, CA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Overall car makes me feel safe. As long as I keep up with Manufacturers required maintenance like oil changes, the car runs great."
BARBARA T., VA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Truck is geared too high, cannot drive in many urban situations in 4th gear."
Anonymous, AZ (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Good enough fo me"
JOHN A., RI (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"The transmission doesn't seem appropriately tuned to the engine size. It should down shift sooner when the engine is loaded. It is often necessary to force a down shift by pushing harder on the accelerator."
DAVID O., CA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Acceleration is good, controlling the vehicle at high speed is questionable, braking abruptly at a high speed does not happen,,I made sure I keep numerous car lengths between the car ahead. It always had a squishy pedal"
Anonymous, MA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Surprising acceleration, tows well and the ride isn't too rough. It;s a well rounded ride"
GARY J., CA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Well priced and cost effective to run"
Anonymous, NC (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"I describe the acceleration in my Pre-runner as a pocket rocket. Runs at a fairly low RPM at freeway speeds and moves effortlessly on grades and passing situations. The ride is firm but comfortable for me and handles curves on side roads well."
ELMER B., NC (2005 Toyota Tacoma)"Regular gas (87 octane) is recommended in the owner's manual however, acceleration uphill is weak and causes immediate downshift. 92 octane easily solves this concern but is 20 cents more per gallon. I have owned my Tacoma since 2006 but only now (August 2016) have I upgraded to a higher octane gas and willing to pay 10 cents more per gal for 89 octane. Increased power and acceleration are worth it."
CHARLES I., HI (2005 Toyota Tacoma)
"It handles extremely well. The acceleration is very good for a pick up."
Sharron B., GA (2005 Toyota Tacoma)