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lie2me · #1 (**permalink**) 08-25-2008, 04:35 PM

I'll be buying a taco [06+ DC 4x2(possibly 4x4) SR5] in October/November.

This may sound lame for the hardcore guys, but which double cab(4x2) provides the most plush/car-like ride?

Which 4x4 DC provides the best ride?

I have searched these questions w/ no luck.

Thank you.
Jeff

p nut · #2 (**permalink**) 08-25-2008, 05:50 PM

Which DC? What do you mean? Are you asking if the TRD Off-Road or Sport gives the best ride? The non-TRD will give you the most plush ride. Then the OR, then Sport (IMO).

Splicer · #3 (**permalink**) 08-25-2008, 07:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by p nut

The non-TRD will give you the most plush ride. Then the OR, then Sport (IMO).

Yup, and to clarify, the non-TRD is the SR-5, which is the base model.

There are differences in equipment between the three, so be sure to get the one that best suits your needs/wants. Also, the two TRD models have different seats than the SR-5...

81toypu · #4 (**permalink**) 08-25-2008, 08:53 PM

Um.................................ITS A TRUCK. Maybe you need to buy a subaru or something.

lie2me · #5 (**permalink**) 08-26-2008, 12:07 AM

Thanks for the insight 81.

I've been in the military for 2o years, 2 back surgeries, 3rd right around the corner -so the smoothest ride is what I'm looking for. 4x4 is always a plus, but not a necessity.

So the best ride in 4x4 or 4x2 double cab would be the base model SR5, which is a non-TRD.
Thank you for the information, I'll keep reading to bring myself up to speed.

Jeff

Splicer · #6 (**permalink**) 08-26-2008, 09:25 AM

Dunno how bad your back is, but in reality you *may* want to consider other possibilities. We've had our doublecab 4x4 OffRoad for three years, and the ride is somewhat firm, but not harsh... still, it is a long way from plush. SR-5 will be a bit softer but not by much. Take the longest test drives you can, over less than perfect roads and see what you think. I know a Silverado has a much softer ride...

Let us know what you finally decide on.

lie2me · #7 (**permalink**) 08-26-2008, 03:31 PM

I'll definitely take your advice and take a nice long test drive in a couple different configurations.

As for the Tacoma, it fits me perfect, right bed height, seat height, and its a Toyota. Visually the Tacomas are kick-azz.

Thanks for the insight.

JB