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1998 Toyota T100 SR5 Xtracab 2WD MT

The 1998 Toyota T100 SR5 Xtracab 2WD MT is a 190-hp V6 with a 5-speed manual overdrive and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $20,528 MSRP.

It makes 190 horsepower at 4,800 rpm and 220 lb-ft of torque at 3600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 20 mpg highway.

The T100 measures 209.1 inches long on a 121.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,600 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypePickup
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$20,528 ($40,930 *)
MSRP with Destination$20,948 ($41,767 *)
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 TypeRWD (2WD)
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual overdrive (standard equipment)
Fuel Economy
City17 MPG
Highway20 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
Height68.6 in
Wheelbase121.8 in
Cargo Volume6 ft³
Curb Weight3,600 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 1998 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

26 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1998 Toyota T100

Owner Complaints

26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1998 Toyota T100. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Structure9
Suspension5
Seat Belts4
Power Train3
Service Brakes3
Electrical System2
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 17, 2023 · Suspension, Structure, Service Brakes
“Took my truck to a body shop to have dings and a few rusted spots on it repaired. The business owner and repair person put it on the rack and after examination, informed me that it was not worth the…”
Jul 13, 2018 · Structure
“OWNED SINCE 2003, THE TRUCK HAS ONLY 140,000 MILES, BUT MY MECHANIC ADVISES THAT FRAME IS BADLY RUSTED AND IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. I'VE LEARNED THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE AND THAT TOYOTA HAS AN ACTIVE RECALL…”
Jun 13, 2016 · Structure, Service Brakes
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 TOYOTA T100. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE HAD SEVERE CORROSION. THE CONTACT OBSERVED BRAKE FLUID LEAKING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE…”
Nov 26, 2015 · Structure
“THE BODY TO FRAME MOUNT HAS RUSTED AWAY BREAKING THREE PARTS OF THE FRAME. THE TOP OF THE FRAME IS THE ONLY PART HOLDING THE TRUCK TOGETHER, CAUSING A SAFETY HAZARD WHICH RESULTED IN NOT BEING ABLE TO…”
Nov 9, 2015 · Unknown Or Other
“THE TRUCK HAS 98,000 MILES. THE FRAME IS RUSTED THROUGH ON THE RIGHT SIDE BEHIND THE FRONT WHEEL AND IN FRONT OF THE BACK WHEEL. THE TRUCK WILL NOT PASS PA STATE INSPECTION.”

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 1998 TOYOTA T100. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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