2005 Tacoma
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Thai
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You can't just stop there...you gotta give more info!
Thanks for the info.
2005 Tacoma X-Runner Preliminary Specifications
ENGINE
4.0-liter V6 24-valve DOHC with VVT-i
Horsepower: 240
Torque: 275 lb.-ft.
Expected EPA Emissions Rating: Ultra Low Emission (ULEV)
Transmission
Six-speed close-ratio manual
Exterior Dimensions (inches)
Wheelbase: 127.4
Overall Length: 207
Overall Width: 71.8
Overall Height: 63.8
Bed Dimensions (inches)
Bed Length: 74.5
Bed Width at top rail: 58.6
Wheel Well Width: 44.3
Bed Depth: 17
Thanks for the info.2005 Tacoma X-Runner Preliminary Specifications
ENGINE
4.0-liter V6 24-valve DOHC with VVT-i
Horsepower: 240
Torque: 275 lb.-ft.
Expected EPA Emissions Rating: Ultra Low Emission (ULEV)
Transmission
Six-speed close-ratio manual
Exterior Dimensions (inches)
Wheelbase: 127.4
Overall Length: 207
Overall Width: 71.8
Overall Height: 63.8
Bed Dimensions (inches)
Bed Length: 74.5
Bed Width at top rail: 58.6
Wheel Well Width: 44.3
Bed Depth: 17
Thai
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Toyota Unveils All-New 2005 Next-Generation Tacoma Pickup Truck At 2004 Chicago Auto Show
Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., unveiled the all-new 2005 Tacoma X-Runner pickup truck at a press conference today at the 2004 Chicago Auto Show. The high-performance X-Runner sport truck will be one of several models offered when the all-new next-generation Tacoma arrives in showrooms this summer.
"The arrival of the all-new Tacoma series will mark the first step in expanding our presence in the North American light truck arena," said Don Esmond, Toyota Division senior vice president and general manager. "Larger in every metric of comparison, the new Tacoma will offer an extensive variety of body-and-bed configurations with substantially more passenger room, cargo volume and towing capacity than ever before."
The next-generation Tacoma will move well beyond its current compact-truck dimensions. Compared to the previous-generation Tacoma S-Runner, the Tacoma X-Runner will ride on a wheelbase that has been extended by a full five inches and a track that has been widened by four inches. The increased size translates to an extra four-and-one-half inches of interior shoulder and hip room.
With a much bigger canvas on which to work, X-Runner design-engineers began creating a true factory-developed performance truck as a separate-and-dedicated model, requiring no post-production modifications. X-Runner will ride on an exclusive "X-braced" reinforced frame that provides enhanced torsional rigidity. The X-Runner chassis will sit one-full-inch lower than the standard Tacoma frame, resting on 18-inch 45-series V-rated performance radials wrapped around alloy wheels. Firmer and shorter springs are mounted at all four corners, while specially tuned Bilstein gas shocks are positioned out board of the frame rails for increased stability. Large-diameter stabilizer bars with firmer bushings are at both front and rear. A limited-slip differential will be standard.
Power will be provided by a four-liter, 240 horsepower V6 engine with 275 pounds of torque and a six-speed close-ratio manual transmission. For buyers looking for an added boost over this already impressive powertrain, a TRD-developed, fully factory warranted supercharger system will be offered, capable of providing output in the neighborhood of 300 horsepower. The Tacoma X-Runner will be capable of zero-to-60 acceleration in seven seconds, with times reduced by more-than an additional second with the optional supercharger system.
Handling is even more impressive. During extensive testing, the X-Runner's road-holding ability was measured by an electronic accelerometer in excess of 0.9 g's of lateral acceleration. That's not only significantly better than any truck on the market, it repeatedly performed better than many sports cars, including the new Nissan 350-Z.
From a design point of view, the X-Runner is one of those rare vehicles that actually ended up looking like the original conceptual illustrations penned by the Hino Styling Studio in Tokyo. Just about every detail, from how the ground-effects integrate into the body panels, to how the wheels-and tires fill the wells, has been realized. The X-Runner's four-door Access-cab design incorporates full-vehicle-surround ground effects, a hood scoop and integrated fog lamps. It will be offered in a limited palette of colors on its fully color-keyed monochromatic exterior.
The X-Runner will also include a wide array of safety features such as standard Anti-Lock Brakes, and optional side-curtain airbags and electronic vehicle stability control.
"The Tacoma X-Runner is not a concept vehicle, but a show truck and a go truck that will be the real deal in both style and performance when it rolls into showrooms in August," said Esmond. "And of course, consistent with how Toyota approaches the development of every next-generation vehicle, Tacoma will not only be a better truck, it will be a better value."
Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., unveiled the all-new 2005 Tacoma X-Runner pickup truck at a press conference today at the 2004 Chicago Auto Show. The high-performance X-Runner sport truck will be one of several models offered when the all-new next-generation Tacoma arrives in showrooms this summer.
"The arrival of the all-new Tacoma series will mark the first step in expanding our presence in the North American light truck arena," said Don Esmond, Toyota Division senior vice president and general manager. "Larger in every metric of comparison, the new Tacoma will offer an extensive variety of body-and-bed configurations with substantially more passenger room, cargo volume and towing capacity than ever before."
The next-generation Tacoma will move well beyond its current compact-truck dimensions. Compared to the previous-generation Tacoma S-Runner, the Tacoma X-Runner will ride on a wheelbase that has been extended by a full five inches and a track that has been widened by four inches. The increased size translates to an extra four-and-one-half inches of interior shoulder and hip room.
With a much bigger canvas on which to work, X-Runner design-engineers began creating a true factory-developed performance truck as a separate-and-dedicated model, requiring no post-production modifications. X-Runner will ride on an exclusive "X-braced" reinforced frame that provides enhanced torsional rigidity. The X-Runner chassis will sit one-full-inch lower than the standard Tacoma frame, resting on 18-inch 45-series V-rated performance radials wrapped around alloy wheels. Firmer and shorter springs are mounted at all four corners, while specially tuned Bilstein gas shocks are positioned out board of the frame rails for increased stability. Large-diameter stabilizer bars with firmer bushings are at both front and rear. A limited-slip differential will be standard.
Power will be provided by a four-liter, 240 horsepower V6 engine with 275 pounds of torque and a six-speed close-ratio manual transmission. For buyers looking for an added boost over this already impressive powertrain, a TRD-developed, fully factory warranted supercharger system will be offered, capable of providing output in the neighborhood of 300 horsepower. The Tacoma X-Runner will be capable of zero-to-60 acceleration in seven seconds, with times reduced by more-than an additional second with the optional supercharger system.
Handling is even more impressive. During extensive testing, the X-Runner's road-holding ability was measured by an electronic accelerometer in excess of 0.9 g's of lateral acceleration. That's not only significantly better than any truck on the market, it repeatedly performed better than many sports cars, including the new Nissan 350-Z.
From a design point of view, the X-Runner is one of those rare vehicles that actually ended up looking like the original conceptual illustrations penned by the Hino Styling Studio in Tokyo. Just about every detail, from how the ground-effects integrate into the body panels, to how the wheels-and tires fill the wells, has been realized. The X-Runner's four-door Access-cab design incorporates full-vehicle-surround ground effects, a hood scoop and integrated fog lamps. It will be offered in a limited palette of colors on its fully color-keyed monochromatic exterior.
The X-Runner will also include a wide array of safety features such as standard Anti-Lock Brakes, and optional side-curtain airbags and electronic vehicle stability control.
"The Tacoma X-Runner is not a concept vehicle, but a show truck and a go truck that will be the real deal in both style and performance when it rolls into showrooms in August," said Esmond. "And of course, consistent with how Toyota approaches the development of every next-generation vehicle, Tacoma will not only be a better truck, it will be a better value."
Scout Av8er
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this is nice
I'm quite stoked about this product.
And the wife once talked the "Blasphemy" about getting rid of the 4Runner and moving up to a Sequoia, until I showed her how much they were, how bad the gas milage was, and how impractical for our family they really were.
Then I moved in for the kill, I showed her the new Tacoma design. And she loves it. Also a great seller for her was the fact that if we were to get one, by the time our son is 16, which is a long way down the road, the Tacoma and 4 Runner will STILL be trucking like a champ.
In the Army Aviation community their is a saying "When the last UH-60 Blackhawk is ready to retire, a UH-1 Huey will be the aircraft to sling load it out" truth to this as well, when the last Ford, Dodge, or Chevy pick-up finally breack down, a Toyota Truck will be towing it to the dump.
Dave
I'm quite stoked about this product.
And the wife once talked the "Blasphemy" about getting rid of the 4Runner and moving up to a Sequoia, until I showed her how much they were, how bad the gas milage was, and how impractical for our family they really were.
Then I moved in for the kill, I showed her the new Tacoma design. And she loves it. Also a great seller for her was the fact that if we were to get one, by the time our son is 16, which is a long way down the road, the Tacoma and 4 Runner will STILL be trucking like a champ.
In the Army Aviation community their is a saying "When the last UH-60 Blackhawk is ready to retire, a UH-1 Huey will be the aircraft to sling load it out" truth to this as well, when the last Ford, Dodge, or Chevy pick-up finally breack down, a Toyota Truck will be towing it to the dump.
Dave
Bluto
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http://www.pickuptruck.com/html/2005/toyota/tacoma/firstdrive/page1.html
Looks nice. A double cab, short bed is a good comparison to a 4Runner. I wonder if the 4Runner will lose some SR5 V6 sales to the Taco?
I heard Toyota will have incentives and rebates on the 05 Tacoma soon after it's release in an attempt to take over the compact pickup market.
The X-Runner is a different market/buyer. It does not really compete with the 4Runner.
Bluto
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Bluto
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The rail system is cool. I also like the composite bed, don't have to worry about getting a bed liner.
The rail system is cool. I also like the composite bed, don't have to worry about getting a bed liner.
ssmumich00
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damn the new x-runner is so hot. . .i need one with a supercharger, has TRD developed one yet???
EdDucks916
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Wonder why they are not offering a V8 in the new Taco.
Northof49
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I was hoping for that as well. Particularily a V8 with a stick shift.....that would be cool. Maybe when the new Tundra comes out we'll see a V8 in the Taco, hopefully.EdDucks916 said:
The only thing I've found a little dissapointing with this new truck is the 6spd manual box. 1st gear is not nearly (not even close) to low enough, and neither is second.....feels like car gearing (and a tall-geared one at that) pulling away from a stop, and starting in second is only accomplished on downhills or with some clutch home-cookin. Also, the shifting and clutch engage/disengagment is somewhat funky, making it hard to get nice smooth shifts. If you shift nice and slow it's butter, but try it with some speed and it's tricky to get right.
Solution? 5-speed auto is tits......smooth as in a 4Runner and seat-of-the-pants says no power is given up to the manual models
That said, I'd probably buy a standard anyways, but just my 2 bits.
Fro-Runner
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I f they stuck a V8 in the '05 Taco it would blow the doors off the new Dodge DoCroaker and Nissan Funkytier! The mid-size automotive truck society would force Toyota to suspend its sales of the '05 Taco from May-October 2005 just so the Dodge and Nissian Corporations would have break even sales figures for the year.
Man, that is one hot truck! If my lil one wasn't so close to beginning college; I'd try to swing two Toyo vehicle payments.
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Man, that is one hot truck! If my lil one wasn't so close to beginning college; I'd try to swing two Toyo vehicle payments.
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Northof49
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2005 Truck of the Year!
Haven't seen it posted on here yet, so here it goes! !he 05 Tacoma won MT's truck of the year
http://motortrend.com/features/news/112_news041215_truckoftheyear/
Haven't seen it posted on here yet, so here it goes! !he 05 Tacoma won MT's truck of the year
http://motortrend.com/features/news/112_news041215_truckoftheyear/
