Used Toyota Tacoma for Sale nearGlendora, CA

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 $31,822, and its lowest point over the past year was $30,568. 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 is a strong used-truck choice if you want durability, off-road ability, and long-term appeal. The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its reliability, rugged character, resale value, and overall versatility. Across the model years, the Tacoma also earns repeat praise for off-road capability and a dependable, work-ready personality.

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

The main trade-offs in recent expert reviews center on cabin noise, interior materials that feel more functional than plush, and some versions that can feel less polished in everyday use.

34.2% 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. The truck’s reputation for toughness shows up again and again in the owner feedback, especially around reliability and off-road confidence.

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

For used buyers, the long-term ownership picture is generally favorable, especially if you choose a well-kept example with a clean history and regular maintenance.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 76.8% — 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
• Infotainment: Toyota Audio Multimedia infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: According to the EPA and the test truck’s window sticker, the TRD Pro should have returned 23 mpg in combined driving. Driving only in Eco mode, we observed 17.5 mpg on our Southern California fuel economy testing loop. During a drive to the far reaches of metro Los Angeles to an off-highway vehicle park, the Tacoma averaged 17.6 mpg in a mix of city, highway, and off-road driving.

Which Toyota Tacoma trim should I buy?

The 2026 Toyota Tacoma offers these trims:

• SR: The entry trim gives you the broad Tacoma lineup and is the starting point for shoppers who want the model’s core capability and configuration range.
• SR5: This trim adds more everyday appeal and is a strong value choice for buyers who want a well-rounded Tacoma without moving deep into specialty territory.
• TRD PreRunner: This trim brings a more distinctive off-road-inspired setup and is aimed at shoppers who want a tougher look and feel.
• TRD Sport: This trim adds a sportier character and suits buyers who want a more road-focused personality.
• TRD Off-Road: This trim adds the off-road hardware and capability that many Tacoma shoppers want most.
• Limited: This trim adds a more comfort-oriented setup and suits buyers who want a more upscale daily driver.
• Trailhunter: This hybrid-only trim adds a more adventure-focused setup for buyers who want a factory-built overland-style Tacoma.
• TRD Pro: This top trim adds the most extreme off-road hardware and the most specialized equipment in the lineup.

What Toyota Tacoma do most buyers choose?

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

These higher-volume years tend to be the most popular used picks because they give you more inventory to compare, more pricing flexibility, and a wider spread of trims and equipment.

What is the Toyota Tacoma's resale value?

Most Tacoma model years are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used and want to benefit from softer pricing. The changes are generally modest, with only one year showing a small increase. That pattern suggests the Tacoma remains in demand while still giving buyers some room to find value.

The 2017, 2020, and 2021 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2014, 2017, and 2020 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Toyota Tacoma safe?

• 2026: 4/10
• 2024: 8/10
• 2023: 7/10
• 2022: 9/10
• 2021: 7/10
• 2020: 8/10
• 2019: 8/10
• 2016: 8/10
• 2015: 3/10

Every 2026 Tacoma has Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 (TSS 3.0), which includes adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, lane-centering assist, road-sign assist, and high-beam assist.

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 −5.88% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −1.7%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 36.9% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 36.3%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $37,910. The Toyota Tacoma offers a rugged, dependable character that has long made it a favorite for work, daily driving, and outdoor use.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: A 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine is standard, with an eight-speed automatic transmission. In the base Tacoma SR, it makes 228 horsepower and 243 pound-feet of torque. In all other models, it provides 278 hp and 317 lb-ft. The i-Force Max hybrid bumps power and torque to 326 hp and 465 lb-ft and theoretically has better fuel economy.
• Tech: Our TRD Pro tester had the larger optional 12.3-inch digital driver display and 14-inch touchscreen. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, along with a complimentary three-month subscription to SiriusXM satellite radio.
• Safety: Every 2026 Tacoma has Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 (TSS 3.0), which includes adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, lane-centering assist, road-sign assist, and high-beam assist.
• Starting price: Prices range from $34,290 to $66,495, including the $1,745 destination charge.

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.

How does the 2024 Toyota Tacoma compare to the 2024 Ford Ranger?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2024 Toyota Tacoma:

• Pros: Excellent reputation for reliability, Great off-road capability, Standard advanced driver-assistance tech.
• Cons: Noisy cabin, Manual-adjust seats can be troublesome, Interior skews functional even in the top trim.

2024 Ford Ranger:

• Pros: Multiple powertrain options, Great handling, Quiet cabin.
• Cons: Interior materials feel cheap, Sluggish touchscreen response, Advanced safety features are not standard.

Our experts score the 2024 Toyota Tacoma 7.8/10 and the 2024 Ford Ranger 7.2/10. The Tacoma stands out for its reliability reputation, off-road ability, and standard driver-assistance tech, while the Ranger counters with more powertrain choice, sharper handling, and a quieter cabin. If you value capability and standard safety equipment, the Tacoma has the edge; if you want a smoother-feeling truck with more engine variety, the Ranger is the more appealing pick.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.