2023 Toyota Tacoma Limited

Engine 3.5L

Transmission Automatic

Color Red (ext)

VIN 3TMEZ5CN5PM201402

Bodystyle Pickups

Certified --

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Vehicle History

Consumer Reports Model Summary & Ratings

This hard-riding workhorse holds its value surprisingly well, making bargain-priced used Tacomas hard to find. Prior to 2016 the Tacoma used a 4.0-liter V6, which provided strong performance and competitive fuel economy. But the truck suffered from a terrible ride and an uncomfortable driving position, and lacked some modern standard safety features. Payload capacity is relatively small, but the TRD equipped trucks are excellent off-road. The 2016 redesign brought a 3.5-liter V6 engine hooked up to either a six-speed manual or a six speed automatic. Our 4WD V6 version delivered a good 19 mpg overall. Though the truck is tough as nails and delivers impressive off-road prowess, it's still primitive. The ride is stiff, handling is ponderous, the cabin is very loud, and the driving position is awkwardly low. The modern connectivity features are welcome. For 2020, the Tacoma got a mild freshening that brought thicker glass to suppress noise and an available power driver's seat.

Safety Equipment

ABS standard from 2003. ESC, side and head protection air bags standard from 2009. FCW and AEB standard from 2018.

Reliability and Owner Satisfaction Ratings are based on our exclusive survey data collected on the 2023 Toyota Tacoma, unless otherwise noted. These Ratings combine all versions of the model and may not be specific to the individual vehicle featured but can be a close guideline.

Overall Reliability

Overall Reliability

Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. This rating combines all versions of the model and may not be specific to the individual vehicle featured, but it can serve as an informed prediction.

Overall Reliability

Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. This rating combines all versions of the model and may not be specific to the individual vehicle featured, but it can serve as an informed prediction.

Reliability Trouble Spots

Engine Major

Engine Minor

Engine Cooling

Crash and Rollover Tests

Crash and Rollover Tests

Frontal offset and side crash tests are performed by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and funded by the auto-insurance industry. Government scores come from crash tests performed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This is only a sample of the data. Full test results can be found on the IIHS and NHTSA websites.

Crash and Rollover Tests

Frontal offset and side crash tests are performed by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and funded by the auto-insurance industry. Government scores come from crash tests performed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This is only a sample of the data. Full test results can be found on the IIHS and NHTSA websites.

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

Good

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

Good

IIHS Side Crash

Good

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

Overall Owner Satisfaction

Overall Owner Satisfaction

Based on the percentage of owners who would definitely purchase that same vehicle again. This rating combines all versions of the model and may not be specific to the individual vehicle featured, but it can serve as an informed prediction.

Overall Owner Satisfaction

Based on the percentage of owners who would definitely purchase that same vehicle again. This rating combines all versions of the model and may not be specific to the individual vehicle featured, but it can serve as an informed prediction.

Owner Satisfaction

Driving Experience

Comfort

Value

Road Test Results

Road Test Results

Road Test Results are from our extensive testing of the SR5 crew cab 4WD Automatic.

Road Test Results

Road Test Results are from our extensive testing of the SR5 crew cab 4WD Automatic.

Acceleration

Transmission

Fuel Economy

Braking

Emergency Handling

Ride

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CR Expert Advice

What You Need to Know About Buying a Used Car

Focus on Reliability

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Go to a bank or credit union and be approved for a loan before you go to the dealership. The dealer may even try to beat their rate.

Visit a Mechanic

Don't let the dealer tell you they've inspected the car for you. Take the vehicle to a qualified mechanic that routinely does automotive diagnostic work.

Skip Extended Car Warranty

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Seller's Notes

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Contact Information

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3223 N US Highway 98 Lakeland, FL 33805
(305) 714-2936

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Vehicle Details

Consumer Reports Model Summary & Ratings

Reliability Trouble Spots

Owner Satisfaction

Road Test Results Road Test Results Road Test Results are from our extensive testing of the SR5 crew cab 4WD Automatic. Road Test Results Road Test Results are from our extensive testing of the SR5 crew cab 4WD Automatic.

What You Need to Know About Buying a Used Car

Focus on Reliability

Know the Value of the Vehicle

Be Wary of Costly Add-Ons

Get Your Financing Secured

Visit a Mechanic

Skip Extended Car Warranty

Dealer Information

Benefits

Contact Information

CarMax Lakeland

Road Test Results

Road Test Results

Road Test Results are from our extensive testing of the SR5 crew cab 4WD Automatic.

Road Test Results

Road Test Results are from our extensive testing of the SR5 crew cab 4WD Automatic.