After an astonishing 10 year run, the cycling of generations would strip the PreRunner from the current Tacoma's trim list, forcing buyers to build their own two-wheel drive tough trucks from aftermarket suppliers. This seems unlikely to change given the current popularity of high speed 4x4s like the Ford Raptor and, to a lesser extent, the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2. Still, its absence today is a big part of what helps to keep the Tacoma PreRunner a unique part of pickup history.
Filling a market niche no one else was willing to address, Toyota was able to link up with desert racing culture and deliver a reasonable factory facsimile of the trucks that were earning their keep in some of the hardest conditions any vehicle will ever be asked to handle. Sign up for more restomod content to add horsepower to your inbox.
What Is A Pre-Runner? Everything But A 4x4 When the Toyota Tacoma PreRunner arrived in , it shared quite a few details with the four-wheel drive version of the truck. Evolution Brings Additional Goodies The next-generation Tacoma continued the PreRunner trim, which meant that the two-wheel drive model continued to match the wider, taller stance of the four-wheel drive Toyota, and also featured the same styling cues.
Nothing Else Like It No other pickup manufacturer would mimic Toyota's PreRunner option, preferring to restrict its off-road goodies specifically to vehicles equipped with four-wheel drive. More From Driving Line Two-wheel drive trucks seem like a strange off-roading option? How about four-wheel drive overlanding vans? The ergonomics too are pretty well sorted. The HiLux has no locking rear diff but it does offer a choice of high or low range in 4WD mode.
It could well be that your 4X4 comes with a diff-lock on the rear axle, or on both axles. We call vehicles with front and rear diff-locks twin locked. Not all versions of all 4X4s have diff-locks. Obviously, the Hilux is a bit more of a work truck with those amazing torque numbers from the available diesel engines while the Tacoma was designed more for the American highway. Both of these trucks are quite competent off-road when equipped with 4WD. The SR5 takes all that the SR has, and adds to it, including inch alloys, body matched bumpers, a rear chrome step, LED auto leveling headlights, LED DRLs, privacy glass in the rear , a steel sports bar, cloth or leather seat trim and carpeted floors.
The normal 3. In my biased opinion these models offers the best balance between comfort, reliability, offroad ability and good looks. The automatic edition has push-button start as well as a keyless entry. A wireless phone charger makes life easier for smartphone users.
Shoppers can add heated front seats and dual-zone climate control. The standard SR5 engine is a fuel-saving I-4 with rear-wheel or all-wheel drive. The tow rating tops off at 3, pounds. You get a choice of manual or automatic transmissions and the option of a V The TRD Sport takes performance up a notch with sport-tuned shock absorbers. The V-6 engine is standard, ensuring plenty of kick. The output is horsepower and lb.
The tow rating is 6, or 6, pounds, depending on the cab choice. Toyota loads the SR5 with all the essentials when it comes to entertainment technology. The 6. Siri Eyes Free, an iPhone system, offers even more ways to use your voice to access information and entertainment. Toyota's exclusive Scout GPS Link navigation app lets you access directions and maps through your smartphone. It also adds HD radio, predictive traffic, Doppler weather overlay, and an integrated navigation system. With the use of a simple icon, this system keeps drivers informed about side traffic that they may not be able to see.
It can reduce typical highway sideswipe accidents. The accompanying rear-cross traffic alert can reduce the chances of a side collision during reverse maneuvers. When it comes to choosing between these two options, you really can't make a bad choice.
The best idea is a test drive at Five Star Toyota. Then you can see for yourself how the two editions stack up. MSRP excludes taxes, title, and registration fees. Starting at MSRP refers to the base model, optional equipment not included. Pricing and offers may change at any time without notification.
To get full pricing details, see your dealer. All figures are EPA estimates. Actual mileage may vary.
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