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1997 Toyota T100 SR5 Xtracab 4WD Auto

The 1997 Toyota T100 SR5 Xtracab 4WD Auto is a 190-hp V6 with a 4-speed electronically-controlled automatic overdrive -- optional, confirmed flat +$900 over manual and four-wheel drive. It starts at $24,898 MSRP.

It makes 190 horsepower at 4,800 rpm and 220 lb-ft of torque at 3600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 17 mpg highway.

The T100 measures 209.1 inches long on a 121.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,110 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypePickup
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$24,898 ($50,417 *)
MSRP with Destination$25,318 ($51,267 *)
Destination Charge$420
Engine
Engine Type3.4L V6, DOHC 24-valve, EFI (Toyota code 5VZ-FE)
Horsepower190 hp @ 4,800 rpm
Torque220 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 24 valves (4 valves/cyl)
Bore and Stroke93.5 x 82.0
Compression Ratio9.6:1
Injection TypeSequential multiport fuel injection (SFI)
Drivetrain
Drive Type4WD
Differential TypePart-time 4WD, shift-on-the-fly transfer case engagement
Transmission
Transmission4-speed electronically-controlled automatic overdrive (ECT) -- optional, confirmed flat +$900 over manual
Fuel Economy
City16 MPG
Highway17 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent double-wishbone (Hi-Trac) with torsion bars and stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionSolid axle, leaf springs
Brakes
Front Brake DiscPower-assisted ventilated disc
Rear Brake DiscN/A -- drum (power-assisted); ABS available as an option, not standard on any trim
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15 x 6.5 in. styled steel (standard); 16 x 7 in. aluminum alloy optional
Wheels Rear15 x 6.5 in. styled steel (standard); 16 x 7 in. aluminum alloy optional
Tires FrontP235/75R15
Tires RearP235/75R15
Dimensions & Weight
Length209.1 in
Width75.2 in
Height71.6 in
Wheelbase121.8 in
Ground Clearance8.3 in
Cargo Volume6 ft³
Curb Weight4,110 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.6 in
Legroom Front42.9 in
Shoulder Room Front62.4 in
Hip Room Front59.4 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1997 Toyota T100. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Sep 6, 2005 · STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING

ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IF THE STEERING WHEEL IS REPEATEDLY TURNED UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS WHERE HIGH STEERING EFFORT AND POWER ASSIST ARE REQUIRED, FOR INSTANCE, WHEN FULLY TURNING THE WHEEL WHILE THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED, A FATIGUE CRACK MAY DEVELOP IN THE STEERING RELAY ROD.

Consequence: IF THE VEHICLE IS CONTINUED TO BE OPERATED IN THIS CONDITION, THE RELAY ROD MAY FRACTURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING RELAY ROD. THE RECALL BEGAN OCTOBER 5, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

NHTSA campaign 05V389000

71 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1997 Toyota T100

Owner Complaints

71 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1997 Toyota T100 (3 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Structure23
Power Train18
Steering13
Seat Belts8
Suspension8
Service Brakes5
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Nov 10, 2022 · Structure
“The contact owns a 1997 Toyota T100. The contact stated that while performing an oil change on the vehicle, he noticed the sub-frame was corroded. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an…”
Oct 3, 2016 · Structure
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 TOYOTA T100. THE CONTACT, A MECHANIC, NOTICED THAT THE FRAME HAD EXTENSIVE RUST CORROSION, AND FRACTURED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TO BE REPAIRED BY THE MECHANIC THE…”
Apr 28, 2016 · Unknown Or Other
“CRUISE CONTROL ACCELERATES WHEN ENGAGED (65MPH UP TO 90 MPH). HAD TO HIT BRAKES REALLY HARD TO COMPLETELY A NEAR STOP. DID VARIOUS TIMES AND NOW NOT USING IT. I UNDERSTANDING THIS WAS AN ISSUE ON 1996…”
Aug 26, 2015 · Structure
“SEVERLY BAD FRAME ROT HOLES! BY THE CONTROL ARMS AND WAS TOLD THAT THE FRAME CAN SNAP AT ANY GIVEN MOMENT I CANT TOW ANYTHING WITH THE TRUCK ANYMORE FOR THE FACT THAT THE BACK HALF THE FRAME IS ALSO…”
Mar 6, 2015 · Suspension, Power Train, Service Brakes
“TOOK TRUCK TO REPAIR SHOP FOR EXHAUST REPAIR. TECHNICIAN FOUND THE FRAME TO BE RUSTED BADLY WITH HOLES THROUGH THE FRAME. TOLD ME THAT I NEED TO HAVE THIS LOOKED AT BY A TOYOTA DEALER BECAUSE THERE…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1997 TOYOTA T100. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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