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1998 Toyota Tacoma Review: Summary & Specs

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1998 Toyota Tacoma Review

A high-quality rough rider.

1998 Tacoma Review Summary & Specifications

With its broad array of engine and chassis choices, the Tacoma can be tailored to suit a broad variety of pickup duties. With careful shopping, you can keep costs under control.

Regardless of equipment, these are high-quality trucks that will provide years of reliable service. The more work an owner can shovel at them, the more they pay off with first-class truck performance. And even though the pricing tends toward premium, you can expect a better return when it's time to trade or sell.

The Tacoma 4X4 doesn't ride like a luxury car, nor does it handle or accelerate like a sports car. It's designed to haul stuff and to be driven off the pavement. If you're considering a vehicle that will see all-purpose use, and the Toyota Tacoma seems appealing, keep in mind that you will become a truck driver. Of course, folks who love trucks wouldn't have it any other way.

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1998 Toyota Tacoma Specs
Vehicle CategoryPickups
EditorMitch McCullough, Editor-in-Chief
Model Lineup
Engines (standard)3.4-liter dohc 24v V6
Transmissions (standard)4-speed automatic
Engines (optional)142-hp 2.4-liter dohc 16v inline 4-cylinder (2WD); 150-hp 2.7-liter dohc 16v inline 4-cylinder (4WD)
Transmissions (optional)5-speed manual
Safety Equipment (standard)Dual airbags with cutoff switch
Safety Equipment (optional)
Basic Warranty3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled InFremont, California
Manufacturer Phone1-800/331-4331
Manufacturer URLwww.toyota.com
Base Price MSRP12958


1998 Toyota Tacoma Specs as Tested
Model Tested MSRPXtracab Limited
Standard Equipmentpower steering, aluminum wheels, chrome bumpers, grille and door handles, power windows and door locks, cruise control, AM/FM/cassette stereo, tilt steering wheel, sliding rear window
Destination Charge
Options as Tested (MSRP)Automatic transmission, anti-lock brakes (ABS), air conditioning
Gas Guzzler Tax
Layout
Price as Tested26923
Horse Power190 @ 4800
Torque220 @ 3600
Fuel Economy17/20
Wheelbase121.9
Length/Width/Height180.5/66.5/61.8
Track Front/Rear54.9/55.7
Turning Radius35.4
Seating Capacity3/5
Front Head/Hip/Leg room38.4/54.6/42.8
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room35.5/53.1/27.2
Trunk Volume
Payload1,669
Towing Capacity5000
Front SuspensionIndependent
Rear SuspensionLive axle
Ground Clearance
Curb Weight3446
Stock TiresP225/75R15
Brakes Front/Reardisc/drum
Fuel Capacity18.0
1998 Toyota Tacoma