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1996 Toyota Tacoma Review

High quality and civilization in a rugged package.
Interior
Toyota interiors are generally tops in class, and the Tacoma cabin is no exception.

Base model standard cab passengers ride on a bench seat, which gets a split/fold

feature in the Xtracab. A pair of bucket seats are installed in the SR5 Xtracab; these

are the most comfortable of the three varieties.

Though the Xtracab's rear jump seats ostensibly make room for two more passengers, the

available space is far better suited to cargo or small children, for whom a special

restraint system is provided. The tilt-out rear quarter windows and folding table are

welcome additions to the extended cab features list.

A car-like dashboard provides basic information--augmented by a tachometer on the

SR5--and carries radio and heat/vent controls. What it lacks (at least for this year)

is a passenger's-airbag. Controls are laid out well, a pair of cupholders are

conveniently located, and everything is covered in good (if not exactly lavish)

fabrics and plastic.

To go beyond the basics costs more, the key factor in Toyota's relatively high

pricing. Only the top-line SR5 has a radio as part of its list of standard equipment

features; its AM/FM/cassette unit (or a simpler AM/FM radio) is optional on all other

versions.

Air conditioning is an extra on all Tacomas, as are power assists for windows,

mirrors, and door locks. Many of the 34 individual or package options Toyota lists are designed to upgrade base models to SR5 levels. While they give the buyer a great deal of leeway in configuring the Tacoma to suit his or her needs, they also drive the price up quickly. Next Page



1996 Toyota Tacoma