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The least reliable year models of Tacoma

The 2006, 2007, and 2008 Toyota Tacoma year models all have problems with their paint chipping and peeling and some concerning transmission and engine failures.

The 2024 Toyota Tacoma has a starting sticker price of $32,995, with the range-topping Tacoma TRD PreRunner kicking off at $39,595. But Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Pricing currently suggests paying $1,023 to $39,595 less than MSRP, depending on trim and equipment.

Lower Ball Joint Failure

A common Toyota Tacoma reliability issue involves the lower ball joints. While you can expect ball joints to wear out after hundreds of thousands of miles, the Tacoma has had a pattern of premature ball joint failures.

Despite its reputation for impeccable build quality, there was a period during the production of the first generation Tacoma where things went sideways for the Big T. As we've hinted at in previous articles, the frames of 1995-2004 model year Tacos were prone to big-time rust.

According to J.D. Power's 2023 Vehicle Dependability Study, Lexus topped the list of rankings and the RX model was named the most dependable vehicle on the market (tied with Toyota's C-HR).

The general consensus among industry experts is that a used Toyota Tacoma with less than 100,000 miles is considered a good buy.

With proper care and regular maintenance, it is not uncommon for a Toyota Tacoma engine to last well over 200,000 miles (320,000 kilometers) or more. Some Tacoma owners said their engines lasting even beyond 300,000 miles (480,000 kilometers) with no major issues.

Is it still worth it to buy a 2023 Tacoma? Maybe—it's proven to be reliable and a solid value play. For the best resale value choose the Tacoma TRD Pro , TRD Off Road, or TRD Sport with a Double Cab and manual transmission, as those keep approximately 80 percent of their value over five years.

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Most-To-Least Efficient Tacoma Trims

The most-efficient new non-hybrid Tacoma trim posting the best MPG figures is the rear-wheel drive SR5, which isn't available as a manual, at 21 city, 26 highway, and 23 MPG combined, followed closely by the rear-wheel drive SR trim that drops a single MPG in the city category.

SR5 was originally a top trim level on the Tacoma, meaning "Sport Rally Five-Speed." For 2023, the SR5 trim level offers additional enhancements over the standard SR trim. Those enhancements include chrome exterior accents, upgraded projector-beam headlights, and integrated fog lights.

The cheapest states for insurance for a Toyota Tacoma are Maine, Hawaii and New York. The most expensive states for insurance for a Toyota Tacoma are Louisiana, Michigan and California.

To get the best rate when financing a car, many lenders will want you to come up with 20 percent of the car's value as a down payment to get the best rate (though no-money-down car loans are available).

Toyota Tacoma Maintenance Costs

A Toyota Tacoma will cost about $6,732 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service. This is more than the industry average for popular pickup models by $3,066. There is also a 18.51% chance that a Tacoma will require a major repair during that time.

Standard cars are known to last up to 200,000 miles, while a well-maintained Toyota Tacoma will last far past 300,000 miles. Some reports say that Toyota Tacomas have lasted over 400,000 miles. The comparable Chevy Colorado has an approximate lifespan of about 200,000 miles.

The 2006 Tacoma can last over 350,000 miles with only some paint and wheel bearing problems. At $7,325 – $12,225, it's expensive for a small truck, but worth it for the reliability.