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If you're looking for a proven pickup that is as capable as it is stylish, the 2013 Toyota Tacoma deserves your attention. Nearly as capable as a full-size pickup but without the extra bulk and fu
The 2013 Toyota Tacoma pickup can't tow as much as a full-size V8-powered truck, and its narrower bed won't hold as much cargo. If you don't need to haul that much and you're looking f
From behind the wheel, a 2013 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab pickup definitely handles more easily than a full-size truck, but don't expect miracles. Around town it can still seem a little bulky and clumsy. Controls feel refined and responsive, and ride quality is generally good though some payload in the bed helps, especially if you've specified one of the TRD (Toyota Racing Development) off-road suspension packages. Smoother and stronger than the standard 159-horsepower 4-cylinder – and without much penalty in fuel economy – the
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Review this carBy Priggified (WA) on Friday, March 01, 2013
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 4,500
overall rating 4 of 10rating detailsPros: "Drives well"
Cons: "Noise from 'smog pump' is grating"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 1
"After purchasing a 2012 Tacoma and spending 5 months playing games with the dealership- they 'replaced' my 2012 with a 2013 Tacoma (Both V6 engines) after about 1500 miles I started noticing a grinding noise coming from the engine when I shut my truck off. Took it to the dealer and was told- that the grinding noise is 'normal'. Turns out the 2013 has a 'smog pump' that releases pressure when the engine is shut down- sounds terrible and I wonder how this will affect my ability to sell this truck in the future. I miss my Chevy S-10 and this is my first and LAST foray into purchasing a Toyota truck..."
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By Joe (NY) on Friday, March 01, 2013
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 1,000
overall rating 10 of 10rating detailsPros: "Good value, holds its value extremely well"
Cons: "Gas mileage could be better"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9
"New York foir me is Western New York, complete with Buffalo winter and Lake Effect snow storms. This truck is excellent in deep snpow, hard pack snow, up snow covered hills. I just purchased this vehicle in February, so no ratings yet on quality/reliability. This is my third Tacoma. First was a 4 cyl manual 2WD, then a 4 cyl auto 4WD now I finally have the truck I wanted in the first place - 6 cyl 4WD auto. This truck is nicely appointed (although the radio seems overly complicated to an old guy like me (57). It has more power than the 4 cyl, rides better, but does not get great gas mileage. But I live 5 miles from work and don't drive a lot so this is OK with me. The Tacoma is a compromise between a "real' (large) truck and no truck at all. Wife can drive this easily and with the towing package it will do all that I need. I recommend WeatherTeck floor mats (actually for any new vehicle) for the protection they provide. Truck is low maintenenace and I plan to keep until it dies (or I do)."
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