GradeToyota Tacoma Reliability Grade
Excellent reliability
Grade a specific Toyota Tacoma
Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.
The Toyota Tacoma earns an A overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A for its engine and an A- for its transmission. It ranks 1st of 6 midsize trucks we grade. Its engine (A) and transmission (A-) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 1,585 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
Toyota Tacoma reliability by year
Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.
Best years: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023
Faded years are recent, so fewer complaints have come in. Their grades may change.
How long does the Toyota Tacoma last?
A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.
Toyota Tacoma vs. other midsize trucks
| Model | Engine | Trans. | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Tacoma | A | A- | A |
| Nissan Frontier | A | A- | A |
| Ford Ranger | B+ | D | B- |
| Chevrolet Colorado | B+ | C | B- |
| Honda Ridgeline | C- | C+ | C |
| Jeep Gladiator | C- | D | F |
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Is the Toyota Tacoma reliable?
Excellent reliability. The Toyota Tacoma earns an A overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A for its engine and an A- for its transmission. It ranks 1st of 6 midsize trucks we grade. Its engine (A) and transmission (A-) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 1,585 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
How many miles will a Toyota Tacoma last?
We estimate a well-maintained Toyota Tacoma lasts around 310,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.
What are the best years for the Toyota Tacoma?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable Toyota Tacoma model years are 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023.
What Toyota Tacoma years should I avoid?
No Toyota Tacoma model year stands out as a problem year in NHTSA owner complaints.
Is the Toyota Tacoma transmission reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Toyota Tacoma transmission an A- (excellent reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.
Is the Toyota Tacoma engine reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Toyota Tacoma engine an A (excellent reliability).