2009 Toyota Tacoma

Rating from reds

(4)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"Though I have only had this truck for 6 weeks, I really enjoy it. I have driven both to / from work and on one long trip, and for both it is good to drive."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from jimmiejo

(4)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I have the double cab, SR5 package. Beautiful, reliable truck. Leg area to high or seat too low, feels like my legs are jacked up and I am 6 ft tall, my wife is 5'7" and she has the same problem. Second complaint is it likes mid grade or premium fuel otherwise it has anti knock on acceleration. So about every other tank put mid grade or premium in and you will be ok. Otherwise great truck, will not buy again because of the leg height problem."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from Taco 4X

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"In the past ten years I've owned a Chevy Avalanche, FJ Cruiser, and Jeep Wrangler Unlimited all in 4 wheel drive. My choice this time; Toyota Tacoma, 4x4, short bed TRD Off Road pkg. This Tacoma is by far the best of them all. I realize this is subjective and each of the vehicles has their redeeming qualities but this, in my opinion is the best of the best. Over a 6 month period I'm averaging just over 17 mpg in town and 20 on the highway with regular unleaded. The tranny is super smooth, shifts effortlessly. Steering is solid and quick to respond. The ride is a little stiff for in town driving but the TRD Off Road package isn't made for in town driving so I didn't expect a car like ride. The stereo is the JBL premium with single disc CD, mp3 and sub woofer (you can plug in your iPod). You get great sound from the iPod when plugged in but only good sound from the radio including satellite. The steering wheel has both audio controls as well as phone controls. The blue tooth phone setup is to die for, especially in this level of truck line. A very nice hands free system for a truck! Hunting season is just around the corner so my off roading thus far has been mostly forest service roads. The switch to 4 wheel drive on the fly works quickly and smoothly. Putting the tranny in 4 low worked just as well from a stop. The 4 full size doors beat the heck out of the suicide doors on my FJ and offer just as easy access as the Avalanche did! Very roomy interior; I always have three pre-teens in the back, a load of softball equipment, and my gf riding in the front passenger seat. There is always ample room and no complaints. The bed liner that comes standard on the truck is great for protecting the bed, but everything you put in the bed slides around to the point of irritation. I am investing in some indoor/outdoor carpet to keep the sliding to a minimum. Maneuvering in and out of traffic is a breeze; your view of the road to the rear is very good with the rear view and side mirrors. The standard rear tailgate camera is a real blessing and works fantastic. No more worrying about backing over bikes or little children being out of view while backing. That about sums it up for me, a good solid choice in the mid size compact market."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from chick

(4)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"First truck I have owned and really like it except for the front seat. Cheap is cheap! Toyota should have never put such an unconfortable seat in such a great little truck. My grandfather had a seat like this in his 1951 Chevy and it too was uncomfortable, just as this one is. Aside from that I can not find fault with it. Wish I had known, I would have went for the bucket seats."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from rixtruck

(4)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"I was SHOCKED to find it has no intermitent wipers. Too many blind spots and the springs wont stop squeeking despite being serviced 3 times. Toyota isn't what it used to be My job takes me to peoples homes where I have taled to several 2009 & 2010 owner with the same squeeking spring issues. I like driving the tuck, it's reliable, but the squeeking is annoying!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from pjl

(4)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		3 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"A excellent vehicle when compared to competition. However, if ford would put a small diesel in the ranger along with a locking rear I would go for the ford with the full cab. I would not buy 4wd as I do not go off road. All that is necessary is better traction. The honda ridgeline would also be a good choice with a fuel efficient diesel engine. No interest in hybrid or electric. Too expensive and or poor range. The hybrids cost more up front and are worth less at trade in time due to battery deterioration."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from Toyota lover

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"In the 90s I owned cheverolet, ford, Nissan and dodge. In 2001 I purchased my first tacoma. It was the most reliable and comfortable vehicle I've ever owned. Since then I have only pushased toyota's. My family and friends all drive toyota also. Do not worry about what the press says, Toyota is and will always be the best vehicle made!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Off-roading

Rating from Stever

(4)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"Bought new Access cab 4X4 TRD Off Road. Great handling when towing a boat or small trailer, back up camera makes trailer hookup easy. V6 has plenty of power. Like the 6ft bed size. The bedliner IS the bed not just a liner, has 120VAC outlet. Dislike slippery when wet BF Goodrich tires it came with. Dislike the fog lights only work with headlights on, so much for driving in snowstorm or fog. Radio would quit for no reason replaced twice by dealer OK now. Plenty of interior storage, Came with lifetime powertrain warranty."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from Dog Trainer

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Handling:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Features:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I own the 4-cylinder, which averages 23mpg city and hwy. I put a camper shell on it and a new radio in it. Great truck, with no real complaints."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Work

Rating from firewood

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Features:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"For those of you that like to do anything and everything with an off-the-lot vehicle, the Tacoma is perfect. What it all boils down to is that it drives, tows, hauls, and performs on or off the road better than almost any other truck, combining the efficiency of a small pickup with the power of a full-size. Feature by feature, it exceeds others, even with little things like washer fluid capacity and the strength of the rail system. Despite having a lower horsepower rating, it beats all V6 competitors both on the dyno and on the drag strip. If that isn't enough, Toyota offers an unbelievably strong supercharger. Add a cap, and it becomes a sleepable, convertible SUV. Add a winch bumper and sliders, for extra hardcore off-roading. For most, the included extensive skid-plate system is plenty. I split my year between rural IA (towing heavy corn loads through rocks, mud, and highways), and the mountains of PA (effortlessly climbing and descending rough terrain, maneuvering between trees, pulling and hauling oak firewood that won?t dent/crack the bed when thrown in). The season ends, followed by a quiet, comfortable, and inexpensive cruise-controlled interstate drive back to IA. The Bilstein shocks keep the rough feeling smooth, but the mp3 CDs and ipod/laptop plug will keep the 5 passengers bumping with the strong steering wheel controlled stereo. You never need to get out and look when backing to a trailer/obstacle with the backup camera. You rarely slip with the locking differential, traction control, and A-TRAC. Bad weather seems like a dry warm day with the rugged tires, anti-skid control, and ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution. There are so many airbags and plush seat/armrest pads that it?s hard to imagine getting hurt in an accident. You feel at home, plugging in your laptop, cell phone, or power tools into the AC outlet, even when camping away from the grid of pavement and electricity. You mistakenly say ?I forgot something?, and then you look in the bed?s 4 cubbies, then even more in the cab, finding everything needed stowed away from when you first equipped your new toy. No more borrowing your neighbor?s truck or van to haul something, dad?s SUV to tow the boat, fun-loving nephew?s 4-wheeler, uncle?s tractor to pull out a stump, or wife?s fuel-efficient sedan for the comfortable daily commute. It?s all right there, in your new Tacoma."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Off-roading