Top 5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Buying a Tacoma - Why People Regret Their Tacoma

Owned a Taco for 17 years. Zero issues. Easy maintenance. Sold it for 50% of the original price. You can’t go wrong with Taco.

I agree on the mpg but other than that nobody is buying a Tacoma for power.. They buy them for the looks and durability.

I've owned my 2022 SR5 double cab 5' bed v6 for about 11 months. My first truck and love it. No issues what so ever. Planning on keeping it for the long haul.

The Tacoma is not for everyone. If you're looking for the latest tech, gizmos, big engine you will be severely disappointed. We buy them because we like old school form, reliability, ruggedness, simplicity. They are ancient but that is what we love about them. I get 25 mpg on the highway and 20 in town. Not bad. This is not a long distance runner. It's a trucks truck. A real truck. I've hauled all kinds of things and it handles it like a champ. It's a little beast.

I don't regret my Tacoma at all. I went from a full size to a tacoma. The Tacoma is the perfect size.

I just picked up my new 2023 Taco Sport in Lunar Rock with EVERYTHING on it. I absolutely love it. I bought it for camping and carrying sea-kayaks over 17ft long...yes I needed a Yakima version roof rack to do that. The only downside is the continuous looks from other drivers and compliments even when buying gas...I'm sort of a loner who appreciates his privacy and space, however, I think I can get over all the attention it gets.

I’m 4 months in and I enjoy mine. I guess i knew what i was buying. Enjoy!

I've owned 1996, 1999, 2011, 2013, 2016 and 2021 Tacomas. I'm getting ready to purchase a 2024. I love these trucks. Absolutely no regrets.

I love mine. I've had it for almost five years and it is the best vehicle I've ever owned.

The hardest thing for me to deal with is the driver seat. It’s either slightly uncomfortable or totally uncomfortable. But I love the truck overall for what it is. The size of the truck is a perk for me, the power is not mind blowing but is acceptable and the transmission is really something to experience but again it’s totally fine to me for a working vehicle/truck. The paint seems thin on all the models to me. I use it for work and running around town. No long road trips for me in this thing tho! (SR5 v6 4x4)

You're totally accurate with the trifecta. I still want one though. From what I understand, that v6 lasts forever. As in a million miles forever. I drive slow anyways, so not a deal breaker for me.

I regret having a Tacoma with the 2.7 engine, you can boast about how bulletproof the engine is while it’s screaming to get up on the freeway and getting passed by a Prius.

Thank you for this information. I'm going to test drive a 2022 this week. Now I'm not so sure about getting this truck. Much appreciation.

Ive owned my 2009 Taco since new and have never regretted it. It’s been perfect.

I am happy and relieved to report that I have not experienced any of these issues with my new-to-me 2021 TRD Pro. Coming from 13 years driving my 2000 Ford F150 Triton V8 that still has LOTS of get-up-&-git-r-done power, I am quite impressed with the power in this V6. I spent 6 hours on the road yesterday driving from Atl to Jackson, MS and 3 hours the day before from Knoxville to Atl, and the gas mileage has been better than expected at 17.9 mpg. Acceleration has been great! I even chirped the tires when I merged into traffic at one exit!! 🤭 Didn't expect that!! Plus, there are no issues with transmission selecting gears. It rode smooth as silk, gear changes were barely noticeable, and pick up is great!! I'm pleased as punch and lovin' this Tacoma! I will say, though, that going from a zero technology truck to this technological overload has been quite an overwhelming transition. 🤯😵‍💫😬🤪😭 ha!

The trifecta is so true. I don't think it's underpowered but it's certainly with the annoying transmission doesn't do a good job accelerating properly and in the correct gear. And the gas mileage is amazing compared to the tundra but getting mid-teens constantly isn't great

I always tell people if you want good mpg and performance don't buy a tacoma. But if you want a reliable and durable truck buy a tacoma. I came from jeeps trust me when I say it's a breath of fresh air

At last somebody started telling the truth and not just compliments. Thank you for being honest.

You talk about the transmission... hit the "ECT Power" button - I always use it in the mountains, and it makes a day and night difference. Raises shift points a bit and maybe some other stuff

I had the 2021 SR5 and had no issues towing a 6x12 uhaul trailer from Florida to NY. It did feel sluggish because of the weak v6 but I never really needed extra power for anything. It did it's job for merging onto the highway and passing cars. It's a great daily driver. I ended up trading it in for a TRD camry because I had no need for a truck in NYC but I really regret it. My next vehicle is definitely going to be a Tacoma again (because of the MT) but I'm going to get the TRD pro this time.