Toyota Tacoma First generation

The Toyota Tacoma First generation (1995–2004): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 33 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: N140, N150, N160, N170, N190 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Wikipedia |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Width | 1,689–1,786 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,624–3,096 mm |
| Weights and towing | |
| Kerb weight | 1,431–1,759 kg |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
2,823 complaints for model years 1995–2004. 291 crashes · 18 fires · 217 injuries · 8 deaths
- Body and structure 1,182
- Suspension 506
- Airbags 162
- Tyres 89
- Speed control 86
- Steering 40
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 33 versions of the Toyota Tacoma First generation
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United States 21 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998–2004 | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 263–276 g/km |
| 1998–2004 | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–263 g/km |
| 1999–20042MODE CLKUP | 2.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 307–325 g/km |
| 1998–2004 | 2.7 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 307–325 g/km |
| 1999–20042MODE CLKUP · 2MODE | 2.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 2001–2004 | 3.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–345 g/km |
| 1998–2004 | 3.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 291–307 g/km |
| 1998–20042MODE CLKUP | 3.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16–19 MPG (12.4–14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 291–345 g/km |
| 1999–20042MODE CLKUP | 3.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–345 g/km |
| 20002MODE | 2.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1995–2000(FFS) | 3.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 1997–1998(FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP · 2MODE 2LKUP | 2.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 19982MODE CLKUP | 2.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1997–1998(FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP · 2MODE 2LKUP | 3.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 1995–1997(FFS) | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1995–1997(FFS) | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1995–1997(FFS) | 2.7 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1995–1997(FFS) | 3.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 291–307 g/km |
| 1995–1997(FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP | 3.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1995–1996(FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP | 2.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1995–1996(FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP | 3.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
Canada 12 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–2004Pickup truck: Standard | 2.7 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.8–14.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 248–329 g/km |
| 1998–2004Pickup truck: Standard | 2.7 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.5–14.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 265–322 g/km |
| 1996–2004Pickup truck: Standard | 3.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 14.0–15.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 322–345 g/km |
| 1996–2004Pickup truck: Standard | 3.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 14.4–14.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 331–340 g/km |
| 2001–2003Pickup truck: Standard | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.8–11.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 248–267 g/km |
| 2001–2003Pickup truck: Standard | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.5–11.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 265–274 g/km |
| 1998–2000Pickup truck: Small · Pickup truck: Standard | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 267 g/km |
| 1998–2000Pickup truck: Small · Pickup truck: Standard | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 253 g/km |
| 1996–1997Pickup truck: Small | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.5–11.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 265–274 g/km |
| 1996–1997Pickup truck: Small | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.7–10.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 246–251 g/km |
| 1996Pickup truck: Small | 3.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 294 g/km |
| 1996Pickup truck: Small | 3.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 12.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 292 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





