Toyota Tacoma Generation 2 (2005–2015)

Toyota Tacoma Generation 2 (2005–2015) — production years, market prices by model year, NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, and live listings for sale on VehiSales.

Toyota Tacoma — body generations

Generation Produced Facelift
Generation 1 1995–2004 —
Generation 2 2005–2015 —
Generation 3 2016–2023 —
Generation 4 2024–present —

Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style.

Engines used in the Tacoma

Engine families this model shipped with, by NHTSA VIN build data — each links to every model that shares it.

Engine Years in this model Also used in VIN builds ⓘ
Toyota 3.5L V6 (2GR) 2016–2023 7 models 168
Toyota 2.7L 4-cylinder 1995–2023 7 models 166
Toyota 4.0L V6 (1GR-FE) 2005–2015 5 models 139
Toyota 2.4L I4 (2AZ-FE) 1995–2026 20 models 80
Toyota 3.4L 6-cylinder 1995–2004 6 models 74

About this generation

In 2000, Toyota began development of the second generation Tacoma under chief engineer Chikuo Kubota. The majority of development work was handled by Hino in Japan. Designers Shigeya Hattori and Hideo Karikomi of Hino won the internal design competition in 2001. Final designs were frozen for production in 2002 and patents filed on July 3, 2003, with test mules being tested from early 2003. Prototypes were built later in 2003, with development ending in the second quarter of 2004.

On February 4, 2004, at the Chicago Auto Show, Toyota unveiled a bigger and more powerful Tacoma. Launched on October 18, 2004, as a 2005 model, this new Tacoma was available in eighteen different combinations of three cab configurations, four transmissions, two engines, and two bed lengths. The 2006 model Tacoma had only minor changes from the 2005 model, with some options now standard. Toyota added two new interior colors for the 2007 model year; 2008 models carried.

A minor facelift came for 2009, including a slightly revised grille on some models, new LED taillamps, and on the X-Runner, TRD off-road and TRD Sport models includes a smoked headlamp trim. Auxiliary audio input now comes standard. The Access/Double Cab trucks have two new ceiling mounted speakers and an available backup monitor. Four new exterior colors are also added to the Tacoma. Safety features were added, and the mechanical limited-slip differential was no longer available.

TRD off-road models continue to come equipped with a locking rear differential. The 2012 model year refresh featured a restyled front bumper, headlights, grille, hood, new interior and a shark fin antenna for the SiriusXM satellite radio. The 2013 model year comes with a touch screen audio system and removes the shark fin antenna and SiriusXM radio capability unless the optional Entune package is installed. 2014 models came with a new SR trim and for 2015 models the regular cab model was discontinued.

In November 2016, Toyota USA settled a class action suit over frame rust, agreeing to inspect and if necessary replace rusted frames on 2005–2010 model year Tacomas, 2007–2008 MY Tundras, and 2005–2008 MY Sequoias in the US and its territories. The three cab configurations consist of regular cab, access cab, and double cab. The transmissions come in 4-speed automatic, 5-speed automatic, 5-speed manual, and 6-speed manual.

The Double Cab model is available with either the short bed, , or the long bed, ; other models exclusively use the long bed. The Tacoma's 4.0-liter 1GR-FE V6 took the place of the original 3.4-liter 5VZ-FE V6. The new V6 had many enhancements, such as a tow rating of , and a payload capacity of . The smaller, but all-new 2.7-liter 2TR-FE four-cylinder alternative in less expensive models is not as powerful, but also consumes fuel at a lower rate.

Toyota also introduced an X-Runner trim, which replaces the slow selling S-Runner trim from the previous generation. The X-Runner features the 1GR-FE paired to a six-speed manual transmission, alloy wheels, is lowered two inches from the factory and included an X-Brace suspension package. Toyota also included a Down-Hill Assist Control (DAC) and Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC), with models that were equipped with the optional TRD Off-Road package.

DAC automatically applies braking during downhill descents while HAC prevents the vehicle from rolling backwards on hills. A rear locking differential, or limited-slip differential were also some optional features. Every Tacoma was manufactured with a composite inner bed that includes a deck rail system with four tie down cleats, hook-pins, and storage boxes. TRD package equipped Tacomas also feature an in-bed 115 V/400 W AC power outlet.

The tie down cleats are rated to hold up. The second generation Tacoma was offered in two TRD packages: Sport and Off-Road. The Sport was targeted more towards improved on-road performance, while the Off-Road was more geared towards the off-road enthusiast.

Source: Wikipedia — Toyota Tacoma — Second generation (N220/N240/N250/N260/N270; 2004), CC BY-SA.

Market by model year

Year Units for sale Median price Vs newest Avg mileage
2015 647 $19,990 100% 122,180 mi

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Recalls & complaints by year (NHTSA)

Year Recalls Complaints Most reported
2005 10 707 Structure, Suspension, Vehicle Speed Control
2007 10 540 Suspension, Structure, Vehicle Speed Control
2010 13 870 Suspension, Vehicle Speed Control, Power Train
2011 9 182 Suspension, Exterior Lighting, Electrical System
2013 6 124 Power Train, Service Brakes, Suspension
2014 4 92 Structure, Service Brakes, Power Train
2015 4 100 Unknown Or Other, Structure, Service Brakes

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

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