Used Toyota Tacoma for Sale nearPlatteville, CO

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 $31,922, and its lowest point over the past year was $30,578. 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, capability, and long-term value. The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its reliability, off-road capability, rugged design, and resale value. Across the model years, the Tacoma also earns credit for being a dependable truck that works well for daily driving, work use, and outdoor trips.

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

The main trade-offs across recent expert-reviewed years are a noisy cabin, cramped rear-seat space in some versions, and interiors that lean functional rather than upscale. Pricing also tends to run high for what you get, especially on upper trims and off-road-focused versions.

34.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Toyota Tacoma models reliable?

The Tacoma has a strong reputation for reliability, durability, and long-term value, and owners repeatedly praise its rugged build and dependable day-to-day use. Expert reviews also consistently highlight its toughness and resale strength.

• Owners rate the Toyota Tacoma between 4.2 and 5 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, so a careful inspection and vehicle-history check still matter.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 77.6% — 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 (TSS 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 point, with the broadest access to the Tacoma lineup and the starting point for buyers who want the model’s core utility.
• SR5: A step up for shoppers who want a more well-rounded everyday Tacoma.
• TRD PreRunner: A distinct configuration for buyers who want a more specialized truck setup.
• TRD Sport: A good-value choice if you want a sportier appearance and broader equipment.
• TRD Off-Road: The best-value trim for many buyers, especially if you want off-road hardware and capability.
• Limited: The more premium, comfort-focused choice in the lineup.
• Trailhunter: A hybrid-only trim aimed at buyers who want a more adventure-ready setup.
• TRD Pro: The top off-road trim, with the most specialized hardware and the highest level of Tacoma capability.

What Toyota Tacoma do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years usually draw more shoppers because they offer a wider selection of trims, prices, and mileage levels. That makes it easier to compare options and find a Tacoma that fits your budget and feature priorities.

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 gain. That pattern suggests the Tacoma continues to command strong demand while still offering some room for buyers to negotiate.

The 2014, 2021, 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. Blind-spot monitors with rear cross-traffic alert are standard on most trim levels, but not all.

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 −5.94% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −2.2%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 37.1% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 36.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $38,057. The Toyota Tacoma offers rugged capability, strong resale appeal, and a durable, truck-first character that has made it a long-running favorite.

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: Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, along with a complimentary three-month subscription to SiriusXM satellite radio. Five connected services plans are also standard, with free trial subscriptions varying in length from 30 days to five years, depending on the plan.
• 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 brings standard advanced driver-assistance tech and stronger off-road capability, while the Ranger counters with multiple powertrain options and a quieter cabin. If you care most about reliability and trail ability, the Tacoma has the edge; if you want a smoother-feeling cabin and more engine choice, the Ranger is the more flexible pick.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 27, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.