Toyota Tacoma vs. Toyota Tundra
When we compare the Toyota Tacoma to the Toyota Tundra, the Toyota Tacoma has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and overall quality score. The Toyota Tundra has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Tacoma versus the Toyota Tundra, the Toyota Tacoma is a better car than the Toyota Tundra.
Toyota Tacoma versus Toyota Tundra Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Toyota Tacoma ranges from $30,995 to $48,579 while a used Toyota Tundra from the same model year range is priced between $39,991 to $60,711. For a new model, the Toyota Tacoma's price is between $28,264 and $45,924, with the Toyota Tundra priced between $39,168 and $59,924.
Toyota Tacoma versus Toyota Tundra Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Tacoma is 8.5 out of 10 while the Toyota Tundra's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Tacoma being ranked 2 out of 11 Best Midsize Trucks and the Toyota Tundra being ranked 1 out of 14 Best Full-Size Trucks.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Toyota Tacoma’s base engine makes 159 horsepower, and the Toyota Tundra base engine makes 348 horsepower. The Tacoma is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 485 miles. The Tundra is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 540 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Toyota Tacoma has the advantage of higher ground clearance, while the Toyota Tundra has the advantage of higher payload capacity.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The Toyota Tacoma is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration, and the Toyota Tundra is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration. The Toyota Tacoma offers bed lengths of 60.5 and 73.7 inches, and the Toyota Tundra offers bed lengths of 65.6, 77.6, 96.5 inches.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$28,264 - $45,924
Used Asking Price:
$30,995 - $48,579
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
13.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$39,168 - $59,924
Used Asking Price:
$39,991 - $60,711
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
19.5%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
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2 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 10iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 14Ranking
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5 out of / 14Ranking
8 out of / 13Summary Review
Toyota’s Tacoma has been the sales leader in the midsize segment for decades. While other brands quit this market, Toyota continued to polish the gem that is the Tacoma pickup.
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
- Wide range of trim levels and styles from affordable barebones to serious off-road
- Best in class retained value
- Strong track record of overall reliability
- Composite bed eliminates corrosion concerns
- Beware the recent few used years with transmission issues with some recent models
- Interior oddities like a low, flat seat
- Not as refined as most competitors, overdue for a full update
- Towing capability less than segment best
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
60.5 inches, 73.7 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
65.6 inches, 77.6 inches, 96.5 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Trim Levels
TRD Off-Road, SR, SR V6, SR5 V6, Limited, SR5, TRD Pro, TRD Sport, Trail Special Edition
Trim Levels
1794 Edition, SR5, Limited, Platinum, SR
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
159 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
180 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
1685 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
348 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
405 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload :
1940 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 23 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
422 / 485 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
405 / 540 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
24.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
85.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3915 lbs
Width:
74.4 inches
Height:
70.6 inches
Length:
212.3 inches
Wheelbase:
127.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5095 lbs
Width:
80.2 inches
Height:
78 inches
Length:
233.6 inches
Wheelbase:
145.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/75R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/75R18
