Toyota Tacoma vs. Kia EV6
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota Tacoma and Kia EV6 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Toyota Tacoma and the Kia EV6.
When we compare the Toyota Tacoma's and the Kia EV6's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Tacoma has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Kia EV6 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Tacoma's and the Kia EV6's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2025 Toyota Tacoma ranges from $46,996 to $69,227 while a used 2025 Kia EV6 is priced between $37,834 to $59,993. For a new model, the Toyota Tacoma's price is between $49,381 and $68,435, with the Kia EV6 priced between $41,930 and $60,620.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Tacoma loses 28.5 percent of its value and the Kia EV6 loses 61.5 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Tacoma retains 33 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia EV6.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota Tacoma’s base engine makes 326 horsepower, and the Kia EV6 base engine makes 167 horsepower.
Safety Ratings: The Kia EV6 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
49381 - 68435
Starting MSRP:
46320
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
41930 - 60620
Starting MSRP:
42900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
39825
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
33600 - 46000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
57920
Price Range:
46996 - 69227
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
52294
Price Range:
37834 - 59993
Category Avg Price:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
44309
Category Avg Price Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
34134 - 55168
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
13410
Depreciation %:
0.28951626
Resale Value $:
32910
Residual Value %:
0.7104837399999999
Typical Category Depreciation %:
N/A
Category Depreciation Range:
N/A
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
26616
Depreciation %:
0.62042072
Resale Value $:
16284
Residual Value %:
0.37957927999999996
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.59524328
Category Depreciation Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.47039998 - 0.65529153
Toyota Tacoma Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
9.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Kia EV6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Tacoma
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Kia EV6
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.409029974711422
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.812407282651012
Typical Category Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.5 - 13.0
Toyota Tacoma Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
3 out of / 4Ranking
3 out of / 4Ranking
4 out of / 4Ranking
4 out of / 4Ranking
4 out of / 4Kia EV6 Rankings
Ranking
12 out of / 59Ranking
13 out of / 65Ranking
14 out of / 65Ranking
16 out of / 65Ranking
16 out of / 65Ranking
26 out of / 65Ranking
28 out of / 65Ranking
30 out of / 65Ranking
31 out of / 65Ranking
52 out of / 65Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Cab Types
Not applicable
Available Bed Length(s)
60.3 inches, 73.5 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
Not applicable
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Toyota Tacoma Trim Levels
Limited HV, Trailhunter HV, TRD Off-Road HV, TRD Pro HV, TRD Sport HV
Kia EV6 Trim Levels
GT, GT-Line, Light, Light Long Range, Wind
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
326 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
465 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6000 lbs
Max Payload:
1620 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
167 hp
Torque:
258 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.040 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
MPGe:
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
127 / 103 / 115
Range (city/hwy):
240 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
63 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
5.7 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
24.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
46.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
127.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5045 lbs
Width:
77.9 inches
Height:
74.6 inches
Length:
213 inches
Wheelbase:
131.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
11 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4132 lbs
Width:
74 inches
Height:
60.8 inches
Length:
184.8 inches
Wheelbase:
114.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
265/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue Crush Metallic
Brown
Bronze Oxide / Terra
Gray
Underground
Red
Supersonic Red
Silver
Celestial Silver Metallic
White
Ice Cap / Wind Chill Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Midnight Lake Blue
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Panthera Metal
White
Glacial White Pearl
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Boulder/Black w/ Anodized Blue / Boulder/Black w/ Smoke Silver
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Not available
