Used Toyota Tacoma for Sale nearEmerald Isle, NC

How much does the Toyota Tacoma cost in today's market?

Used Toyota Tacoma prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Toyota Tacoma's current nationwide average price is $32,412, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $30,576 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Toyota Tacoma a good car?

Yes — the Toyota Tacoma has a strong track record with shoppers who want a rugged, durable truck with broad appeal. The all-generations owner rating is 4.53/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its reliability, durability, off-road capability, and strong resale value. Many also like its rugged design and overall comfort, especially when they want a truck that can handle both daily use and tougher outings.

Expert reviews rate the 2024 and 2019 models among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs that come up most often are a cramped cabin, pricing that runs high for the segment, and technology that can feel dated in older years. Even so, the Tacoma remains a compelling used buy if you want a truck with a clear identity and long-term appeal.

30.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Toyota Tacoma models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Tacoma’s durability, long-lasting performance, and strong resale value. Across the model years in the data, it earns a reputation as a truck you can count on for everyday use, work, and off-road duty.

• Owners rate the Toyota Tacoma between 4.2 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is generally tied more to condition, mileage, and maintenance history than to the Tacoma nameplate itself.

What should I look for when buying a used Toyota Tacoma?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 78.8% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 with Lane Tracing Assist, lane-departure alert with steering assist, Proactive Driving Assist, road-sign assist, and an emergency stop system
• Infotainment: 8-inch standard touchscreen with Toyota Audio Multimedia, plus a 14-inch center display on higher trims and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 20 mpg combined with the manual transmission and 4WD, up to 21 mpg with 4WD and the automatic, and 23 mpg with FWD

Which Toyota Tacoma trim should I buy?

The 2024 Toyota Tacoma offers these trims:

• SR: The base trim starts with 17-inch steel wheels, the standard i-FORCE turbocharged four-cylinder, and the new cabin layout; it suits you if you want the entry point into the redesigned Tacoma.
• SR5: This trim adds the new coil spring multi-link rear suspension on the Double Cab version and is a strong value choice if you want a more rounded everyday setup.
• TRD Pre-Runner: This trim keeps leaf springs in the rear and adds a distinct off-road-oriented setup for buyers who want a more specialized truck character.
• TRD Sport: This trim adds sport-tuned shocks and 18-inch alloys, giving you a more road-focused feel and a sharper look.
• TRD Off-Road: This trim adds monotube Bilstein shocks and is the best fit if you want the Tacoma’s off-road hardware in a dedicated package.
• Limited: This trim adds heated and ventilated SofTex-trimmed seats, an available adaptive variable suspension, and 18-inch alloys; it is the best-value choice if you want the most comfort and convenience.
• TRD Pro: This trim adds FOX QS3 adjustable internal bypass shocks and is aimed at buyers who want the most serious off-road capability.
• Trailhunter: This trim adds Toyota’s partnership with Old Man Emu and is built for overlanding-focused use.

What Toyota Tacoma do most buyers choose?

The Toyota Tacoma years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you a wider selection of trims, prices, and mileage levels. They also sit close to the current generation, which helps keep interest high among used shoppers.

What is the Toyota Tacoma's resale value?

Most Tacoma model years are down year over year, which is good news if you want to buy used. The changes are generally modest, with only one year showing a small increase. That points to a market where prices are easing in many places, but the Tacoma still retains strong value overall.

The 2014 and 2015 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2014, 2015, and 2017 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Toyota Tacoma safe?

• 2024: 8/10
• 2023: 7/10
• 2022: 9/10
• 2021: 7/10
• 2020: 8/10
• 2019: 8/10
• 2016: 8/10
• 2015: 3/10

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard on the 2024 Tacoma, and it includes Lane Tracing Assist, lane-departure alert with steering assist, Proactive Driving Assist, road-sign assist, and an emergency stop system.

For the safest used buy, the 2022 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Toyota Tacoma now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −5.64% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −2.56%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 32.9% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 32.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $38,620. The Toyota Tacoma offers a rugged, durable character that has made it a long-running favorite with truck shoppers.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine produces 278 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque on most trims, and the eight-speed automatic transmission replaces the outgoing six-speed auto.
• Tech: 8 inches is the standard screen size, higher trims get a 14-inch center display, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard.
• Safety: Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 now includes Lane Tracing Assist, lane-departure alert with steering assist, Proactive Driving Assist, road-sign assist, and an emergency stop system.
• Starting price: The 2024 Toyota Tacoma comes at a base MSRP of $31,500 before the destination fee.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.