Decisions . . . Decisions. Pick-up truck drivers are a unique breed, and the fact that the Toyota Tacoma is offered in 17 model configurations, based on three cab types, provides ample choice to select something just right. Based on more than 250 miles of driving over a one-week duration, the Tacoma is a great pick-up choice regardless of the chosen model. The test vehicle was the Tacoma SideStep, which primarily indicates a steel cargo bed. For truck buyers who like a bit of flair, the SideStep provides a distinct box look, but with little change in the cargo capacity. Overall exterior width, cargo box depth, and payload is the same as the regular box, but the interior bed width is reduced by 8.7 inches. All versions of the Tacoma get standard four-wheel anti-lock braking system in the 2003 model year. The standard appointment list is empowering with a 3.4-liter V6 engine, four-speed automatic transmission, front and rear mudguards, two auxiliary power outlets, adjustable headrests, and 60/40-split cloth bench seat. Fold-up/fold down seat bottoms match with two permanently located fabric seatbacks to serve as the rear seating areas. The design makes it easy to stow things when the seat bottoms are not in use. While the Tacoma is an attractively styled truck, the wiper stock blocks the view of the instrument panel-located clock in certain tilt steering column positions. Tocoma mileage estimates are 16 city/19 highway. MSRP is $20,620.