Overview & Reviews

Since its introduction in 1995, the Toyota Tacoma has been a mainstay of the compact and midsize pickup segments. The original Tacoma fell into the compact category, while the second-generation truck's 2005 debut marked the transition to midsize dimensions. Typical advantages to a new or used Tacoma include a variety of body styles to choose from, useful off-road abilities, strong resale value and a better than average reputation for reliability.

Downsides are few. Even when modestly appointed, this Toyota often costs more than competing trucks and prices are high on the used market as well. In addition, taller drivers might feel cramped inside the first-generation Tacoma's compact cab. Otherwise, the Toyota Tacoma is a very capable pickup that's highly recommended for nearly all truck shoppers.

User Reviews:

• 

  Ehhh - 2016 Toyota Tacoma
  By joe - August 2 - 12:51 pm

  The transmission sucks - shifts hard, lunges out of park or during slow acceleration and cant find 5th or 6th gear while cruising. The yota fan boys play it down, but its terrible. The USB port continually loses connection with my phone and the BT requires me to forget the device and repair, otherwise the sound speeds up by about x4 for maybe a second and then stops, but repeats this cycle continually. MPG is pretty solid - 20ish for combined DC driving and up to 23+ on mostly highway trips. Another positive is I can fit my 5,4 and 2 y/o in the backseat.

• 

  3 years and still running strong - 1995 Toyota Tacoma
  By Dydrmr01 - August 2 - 2:00 am

  I have owned my Tacoma for 3 1/2 years and I love this truck! I am a first- time Toyota and truck owner, but I am sold. I just rolled 124,000 miles, and besides a timing belt change, I have no major mechanical work needed on this vehicle. They are great trucks, and if you take care of them, theyll take care of you. Not to mention that I live in Hawaii, do a lot of off-roading, and this little stock Toyota keeps pace with the jacked up Chevys and Fords with no problem at all.

• 

  Love it - 2006 Toyota Tacoma
  By Franki - July 29 - 4:08 am

  Test drive it

• 

  Is there a better truck in this class? - 2006 Toyota Tacoma
  By B Sarlo - July 28 - 4:36 pm

  If your looking for anything else you will lose out. This truck has it all. Power, ride, comfort, fun to drive. Ive driven most of them and this is the winner and stands out above all the rest. Thanks Toyota. Great job in buliding a excellent truck.

• 

  Fun truck - 2005 Toyota Tacoma
  By vgkiller - July 26 - 12:23 pm

  Its a fun and cool truck. The design alone is a big step forword that brings out the true meaning of a fun truck.

• 

  Best Mid Size Truck - 2010 Toyota Tacoma
  By BEST TRUCK - July 25 - 11:36 pm

  Ive owned many trucks but new 2010 TACOMA stands out in every way. I shouldnt have to say that TACOMA is one of the most reliable and comfortable drive. These trucks run forever and require little maintenance. Its a great family truck for me.

• 

  My Wifes Toy - 2004 Toyota Tacoma
  By Bigpapa G - July 22 - 10:00 am

  I loved my 2003 so much I bought my wife one she said she wanted a Camry until she drove her new Tacoma. I also advised her that she would be going down a dirt road alot to pick up her grandson,now that her son moved back from California a couple a months ago.

• 

  Severely dissappointed - 2006 Toyota Tacoma
  By dunwithtoyota - July 20 - 12:16 pm

  Ive had my 2006 for 7 years now and until recently I loved it. Very reliable and very few problems (compared to the GMs I used to drive). However when I took it for the latest state inspection it wouldnt pass because the frame is rusting away. This problem now seems to be appearing on many 05 & 06 Tacomas. Both the dealer and I contacted Toyota separately concerning this. Toyotas response was basically too bad, now go away. Before this happened I was a big cheerleader for Toyota. Now, Ill never buy another Toyota again

• 

  1996 Toyota Tacoma - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
  By MOJOJOJO - July 19 - 2:00 am

  I have owned this truck for 3 years, I bought it used with 42K, it now has 87K and I have only replaced front brakes and the starter. This is a great truck.

• 

  1996 Toyota Tacoma - 1996 Toyota Tacoma
  By mojojojo - July 19 - 2:00 am

  I have owned this truck for 3 years, I bought it used with 42K, it now has 87K and I have only replaced front brakes and the starter. This is a great truck.