Help me decipher 05 Tacoma models

[SavageMatt]

I have decided to purchase an 05 extended cab 4x4.
Now I just need to decide on what option package to get- and there are so many.
The Toyota site is very confusing to me.
Can you tell me the difference between the different SR5 packages and different TRD packages. TRD Sport? TRD OffRoad?
I go on Toyota.com to build it and it only gives me 3 options.
Thanks in advance.

[RGilliam64]

Here is some descriptions I found that helps explain a little better. Also did a spreadsheet to compare the sport package to the SR#7. It is attached.

If I but the 05 I will get the Off-Road. The main difference I found with it and the sport package is the hood scoop, tire size and sytle, rear diff.

Enhancement Package (HE) -- Defroster-linked air conditioning and 15-in. styled steel wheels with P215/70R15 tires
Standard Package #1 (BZ) -- Defroster-linked air conditioning and sliding rear window
Standard Package #2 (BY) -- Defroster-linked conditioning, bucket seats with center console and sliding rear window
Convenience Package #1 (CP) -- power windows/door locks/outside mirrors, remote keyless entry system, cruise control and sliding rear window with privacy glass
SR5 Package #1 (SE) -- Standard Package #2 plus chrome grille surround and rear bumper, color-keyed front bumper and overfenders, metallic-tone instrument panel trim, variable intermittent windshield wipers, sun visors with sliding extensions and vanity mirror, and SR5 badging and upgraded seat fabric
SR5 Package #2 (SL) -- Convenience Package #1 plus chrome grille surround and rear bumper, color-keyed front bumper and overfenders, metallic-tone instrument panel trim, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift lever, variable intermittent windshield wipers, sun visors with sliding extensions and vanity mirror, and SR5 badging and upgraded seat fabric and driver’s seat with lumbar support (4-cylinder models)
SR5 Package #3 (SN) -- SR5 Package #2 plus fog lamps (V6 models)
SR5 Package #4 (UH) -- SR5 Package #2 plus 16-in. alloy wheels with P245/75R16 tires (4-cylinder models)
SR5 Package #5 (SF) -- SR5 Package #2 plus fog lamps and 16-in. alloy wheels with P245/75R16 tires (V6 models)
SR5 Package #6 (SG) -- SR5 Package #3 plus limited-slip rear differential
SR5 Package #7 (SH) -- SR5 Package #3 plus limited-slip rear differential and Towing Equipment (see desc. below)
SR5 Package #8 (SJ) -- SR5 Package #5 plus limited-slip rear differential and Towing Equipment (V6 models) (see desc. below)
TRD Off-Road Package #1 (OC) -- SR5 Package #3 plus off-road tuned suspension with Bilstein® shocks, 16-in. alloy wheels with P265/70R16 BFGoodrich® Rugged Trail T/A tires, locking rear differential, engine skidplate and fuel tank protector, front tow hook, 115V/400-watt deck mounted power outlet, multi-function overhead console with compass and temperature gauge, sport seats with sport fabric and driver's lumbar support and sport fabric, and TRD Off-Road graphics (V6 models)
TRD Off-Road Package #2 (OG) -- TRD Off-Road Package with Towing Equipment (V6 models) (see desc. below)
TRD Sport Package #1 (PY) -- Sport suspension with Bilstein® shocks, 17-in. alloy wheels with P265/65R17 tires, limited-slip rear differential, 115V/400-watt deck-mounted power outlet, fog lamps, power windows/door locks/outside mirrors, remote keyless entry system, cruise control, variable intermittent windshield wipers, multi-function overhead console with compass and outside temperature gauge, color-keyed grille surround/bumpers/mirrors/door handles/overfenders, sliding rear window with privacy glass, sport seats with driver’s lumbar support and sport fabric trim, metallic-tone instrument panel trim, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter, sun visors with sliding extensions and vanity mirror, and TRD Sport graphics (V6 models)
TRD Sport Package #2 (PT) -- TRD Sport Package #1 with Towing Equipment (V6 models) (see desc. below)
TRD Sport Package #3 (PM) -- TRD Sport Package #1 plus auto-dimming electrochromic rearview mirror
TRD Sport Package #4 (PK) -- TRD Sport Package #1 plus auto-dimming electrochromic rearview mirror and Towing Equipment (V6 models) (see desc. below)
Towing Equipment (TO) -- Class IV towing hitch, transmission oil cooler (automatic transmission models), supplemental engine oil cooler, heavy-duty battery, 130-amp alternator and 7-pin connector with converter

[SavageMatt]

This is Awesome!!!
Thanks for your help and effort!

[J45p3r]

To expand on the above post, check out this link:
http://www.toyota.com/vehicles/2005/...ccess_cab.html

That has a chart so you know what options are available on the Access Cab.

[matt30]

In addition TRD off-road has prgressivly wound coil springs while TRD sport does not. I think TRD sport has a bigger front sway bar to take corners better, but im not 100% sure on that.

[zrdster]

Hello everyone,

I am returning from an overseas job and am seriously considering the 05 Tacoma. I have been talking by email to a dealer with a silver Access Cab V6 Auto (7554) with TRD Sport Package #2 (PT). Does anyone know which tires (brand) this would have and could someone post a photo of the 17" Alloy or point me to a picture somewhere? Thanks in advance... This will be my 3rd Toyota truck (previously owned a 93 V6 and an 03 V6 Extended Cab. My fun car is a 2002 M-roadster so I am pretty excited about the 4L V6 this year...

Thanks in advance for your help...

[mafan]

The tires on the sport model are Bridgestone Dueler H/P... they are pretty good on dry pavement but the worse snow tires I have ever owned. If this is a concern of yours, you may want to talk to your dealer about giving you a credit for the tires and paying the difference for some better ones (like some BF Goodrich All Terrain T/A).

For a view of the 17" rims, check out my truck... it is also a Sport (but it is a Double Cab rather than Access Cab):

http://www.tundrasolutions.com/photo...cat/500/page/1

Good luck with your purchase

[palomino]

the SEARCH option is such a great feature...

[LTech221]

My Dbl cab TRD Sport #1 came with Bridgstone Dueler H/T 6xx something. Ive also heard of Dunlops being put on them but not sure which ones.

[zrdster]

Originally Posted by palomino

the SEARCH option is such a great feature...

Thanks for the assistance.... you may have noted (or perhaps not) that I am new to the board. Still trying to learn my way around and sure that I will get the hang of the search option in the very new future.

[zrdster]

Originally Posted by mafan

The tires on the sport model are Bridgestone Dueler H/P... they are pretty good on dry pavement but the worse snow tires I have ever owned. If this is a concern of yours, you may want to talk to your dealer about giving you a credit for the tires and paying the difference for some better ones (like some BF Goodrich All Terrain T/A).

For a view of the 17" rims, check out my truck... it is also a Sport (but it is a Double Cab rather than Access Cab):

http://www.tundrasolutions.com/photo...cat/500/page/1

Good luck with your purchase

Great looking truck mafan. I live in Northern Virginia so snow isn't a big issue most years but I may take your advice on the credit option. Appreciate the assist.

[SavageMatt]

The TRD Sport is still a 4x4 right?