The redesigned 2005 Toyota Tacoma exudes a stronger appearance than before, with its big, bold headlights and grille. Flush rear surface glass and flush surface structures between the bumper sides and body give the Tacoma a more sophisticated and higher quality appearance. PreRunner and 4x4 models are distinguished by bold overfenders. Overall, it's a very attractive truck, perfect for Toyota, though not overly stylish.The length of the Tacoma varies by body style: Regular Cab trucks are the shortest, measuring 190.4 inches overall on a 109.4-inch wheelbase. Access Cab and Double Cab short-bed models share the 127.2-inch wheelbase and 208.1-inch overall length. Double Cab long-bed models are quite long at 221.3 inches overall on a 140.9-inch wheelbase. All models have six-foot beds except the Double Cab short-bed configuration, which has a five-foot bed.
How to choose: Regular Cab models lots of cargo space in a relatively small package, good for maneuverability in the big city; because they are shorter, PreRunner and 4x4 Regular Cabs have the best break-over angle and therefore offer the best capability off road. Access Cab models feature large dual rear access doors, no good for people but very good for gear. Double Cab models have long rear doors that open 80 degrees for ease of entry or loading gear. Double Cabs offer the comfort of a sport-utility; the long-bed Double Cabs can carry more stuff but are unwieldy in tight places.