Driving Experience
Includes acceleration and handling
What Owners Say
"Vehicle has a bump in the drive shaft that the dealer will not fix. Breaks are soft. Acceleration is less then satisfactory."
Anonymous, SC (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"More than enough power to get out of dangerous situations. The manuverablity is more than sufficient for a sudden lane change to avoid an accident within my lane even at freeway speeds. The off-road wilderness ability is second to none in getting over anf through difficult places. This vehicle was built for getting into the real wilderness in the mountains."
LARRY C., ID (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"Ride has become bumpy."
Anonymous, WA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"Regardless of what or how much I load in/on the truck it still climes up our steep highways."
Anonymous, CA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"The 4.0 liter engine has power a plenty. It pulls our 4000 lb. camper trailer (empty weight) with no problems and even after we add the extra weight such as 40 gallons of water in the storage tanks, all our ice chests and gear and two full propane tanks, 8500 watt generator-(245 lbs.) and of course us, the Tacoma still performs remarkably well especially in the sweltering Arizona heat."
BOB S., AZ (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"It is somewhat underpowered when needing to accelerate."
R A., CA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"The Tacoma is a great truck: perfect size and surprisingly quick."
IRMA B., TX (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"The vehicle handles nicely and holds the road very well. On the other hand, it is often difficult to achieve a smooth start from a dead stop. Even on the slightest incline, if the clutch is released without revving the rpms, the vehicle tends to die. It's been that way since day 1."
DAVID L., IL (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"It is very poor in snowy, icy conditions. The rear end is very likely to lose traction when accelerating or braking."
Anonymous, IA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"very low on power. Takes some time to get to cruising speed"
RONALD U., IL (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"The acceleration is terrific and handling makes it a pleasure to drive in the mountains"
Anonymous, CA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"4cyl engine is relatively economical and drives well in most conditions, but is challenged in steep grades. It's a manual transmission that requires a lot of downshifting in mountainous driving."
Anonymous, CA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"Fantastic acceleration when merging onto highway."
DENNIS D., MA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"Very responsive when you press the accelerator and it handles great."
Brian W., NV (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"This is a stick shift vehicle and it drives like a truck. It's what I asked for and it's what I got. It drives well and very controlled with a stick shift rather than an automatic transmission."
Martha B., ME (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"Handles off road conditions very well"
Greg S., BC (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"4WD transfer failed. Now I only have a 2WD vehicle which is useless in snow or ice."
Anonymous, VT (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"Acceleration and handling for this vehicle is excellent."
Sean B., PA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"Good acceleration and handling for a truck; also good power when hauling a trailer"
Anonymous, CA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"It is a 4 cylinder, so it does not have as much power as I expected."
Anonymous, CA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"Handles well, accelerates on demand. A very, very nive vehicle."
Robert M., CA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"I have the 4 cyl. I would have gotten the 6 cyl next time. But she handles great still and can handle any job I throw at it. I tow which is why I would get the 6 cyl."
Keith S., SC (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"Steering to heavy, poor fuel mileage"
Anonymous, VI (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"Have driven 2007 Tacoma over 100,000 miles with only minor driving issues, one set of tires and one sun visor replacement. ( n/c for oil changes). Yet I see CR's exstemely low ratings for Toyota Tacomas. Makes me wonder about CR's ratings."
Anonymous, MS (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"More than adequate for everyday traffic"
G M., TN (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"Hard to drive as it wants to wander, have to stay on top of its steering. Handles like a truck."
Michael O., OR (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"handles well off road"
Michael G., CT (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"It's does not perform like a sports car, but that's not what i look for in a pickup. The ride and cab comfort are fine. Perhaps a little on the stiff side, but it's a truck and it is required to stand up to more rough situations. 4WD is too light-duty. Gear ratio in the transfer case should be stronger."
Anonymous, AZ (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"It is not as comfortable as the Chevy by a long way, but for a four wheel drive vehicle it handles and accelerates just fine."
Charles B., TX (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"somewhat underpowered, slow acceleration. Handles OK"
Ted A., VT (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"good running vehicle with no problems, strong performer"
Lester L., PA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"The engine is under powered and kicks into accelerate even on the slightest inclines when in the cruse position. This also adds to the increased use of fuel"
Richard M., IA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"Easy to handle for a truck."
Danny S., TX (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"The truck steering is loose, and it will weave unless the driver makes compensating adjustments continuously. My standard of comparison is a German passenger car--I could let go of the steering wheel and it would go straight. The truck requires constant attention."
Michael O., OR (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"Ground clearance and real 4-wheel drive sure help with Canadian Winters and it's small exterior dimensions help off road."
Greg S., BC (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"It accelerates well and handles well for what it is."
Anonymous, WI (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"Being a drag racer (track, not street) in my younger years, I enjoy the acceleration of the Tacoma. It can accelerate extremely well. I always enjoy driving it, short or long trip."
Irma B., TX (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"This trucks handling and reliability is outstanding. It has strong acceleration for a mid-size pickup and handles great!"
Sean B., PA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"Good acceleration, handles well. Reverse is too fast to back a trailer, sometimes have to shift to 4wd low. The transmission is manual shift can not feather like an automatic."
Jon D., PA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"My Tacoma has 4-wheel drive and towing package with V6 engine. It runs really well and the transmission shifts smoothly and unobtrusively. Handles more like a large sedan than a truck. I love this truck and strangers often make admiring comments about it!"
Anonymous, CA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"Acceleration on entering the freeway is very good!"
Anonymous, CA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"V6 is very responsive."
Anonymous, FL (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"I've loved almost everything about this truck from the day I took possession of it. Except: millage sucks, dash gauges are buried and hard to read at times. Red lights are very hard to read in the daylight. Great acceleration and great driveability. 4 wheel drive is a dream."
Jerry S., AZ (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"GOOD- Power acceleration back-country handling Bad- Does not have hard-points on all 4 corners to use a 48 in. 3 Ton Farm Jack"
Larry C., ID (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"The V-6 has plenty of torque and is not fazed by any load we have hauled. Handling is good for a truck."
Anonymous, CA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"With a 6 engine it is fine on our busy highways."
Peter G., CA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"4 cylinder pickup can be sluggish. Lightweight truck so there is slippage on wet pavement."
Tim W., IN (2007 Toyota Tacoma)"Drive shaft was recalled after I had it replaced. Toyota would not pay for nit because I had the work done in a private shop not their garage. I even send them copies of bills, I have quit using Toyota service because every time I took my truck in they found 6 other things they recommend needed service! What a racket."
James D., TN (2007 Toyota Tacoma)
"acceleration is great engine very peppy and can merge on interstate easily!"
DAVID R., GA (2007 Toyota Tacoma)