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  • 2WD Reg Cab I4 MT (SE)
    Starts at
    $17,625
    21 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,335 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Reg Cab I4 MT (Natl)
    Starts at
    $17,625
    21 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,335 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Reg Cab I4 MT (GS)
    Starts at
    $17,625
    21 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,335 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Reg Cab I4 AT (GS)
    Starts at
    $18,525
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,315 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Reg Cab I4 AT (SE)
    Starts at
    $18,525
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,315 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Reg Cab I4 AT (Natl)
    Starts at
    $18,525
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,315 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Access Cab I4 MT (SE)
    Starts at
    $20,415
    21 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,295 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Access Cab I4 MT (Natl)
    Starts at
    $20,415
    21 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,295 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Access Cab I4 MT (GS)
    Starts at
    $20,415
    21 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,295 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Access Cab I4 AT (SE)
    Starts at
    $21,315
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,065 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Access Cab I4 AT (Natl)
    Starts at
    $21,315
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,065 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Access Cab I4 AT (GS)
    Starts at
    $21,315
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,065 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Reg Cab I4 MT (SE)
    Starts at
    $21,475
    18 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,400 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Reg Cab I4 MT (GS)
    Starts at
    $21,475
    18 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,400 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Reg Cab I4 MT (Natl)
    Starts at
    $21,475
    18 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,400 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Access Cab I4 AT PreRunner (GS)
    Starts at
    $22,075
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,230 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Access Cab I4 AT PreRunner (Natl)
    Starts at
    $22,075
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,230 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Access Cab I4 AT PreRunner (SE)
    Starts at
    $22,075
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,230 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Double Cab I4 AT (GS)
    Starts at
    $22,525
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,195 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Double Cab I4 AT (SE)
    Starts at
    $22,525
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,195 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Double Cab I4 AT (Natl)
    Starts at
    $22,525
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,195 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Reg Cab I4 AT (GS)
    Starts at
    $22,605
    18 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,345 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Reg Cab I4 AT (Natl)
    Starts at
    $22,605
    18 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,345 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Reg Cab I4 AT (SE)
    Starts at
    $22,605
    18 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,345 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Double Cab I4 AT PreRunner (GS)
    Starts at
    $23,175
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,385 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Double Cab I4 AT PreRunner (SE)
    Starts at
    $23,175
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,385 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Double Cab I4 AT PreRunner (Natl)
    Starts at
    $23,175
    19 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,385 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Access Cab V6 AT PreRunner (SE)
    Starts at
    $23,510
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,385 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Access Cab V6 AT PreRunner (Natl)
    Starts at
    $23,510
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,385 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Access Cab V6 AT PreRunner (GS)
    Starts at
    $23,510
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,385 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Access Cab I4 MT (GS)
    Starts at
    $24,250
    18 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,350 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Access Cab I4 MT (Natl)
    Starts at
    $24,250
    18 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,350 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Access Cab I4 MT (SE)
    Starts at
    $24,250
    18 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,350 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Double Cab V6 AT PreRunner (SE)
    Starts at
    $24,610
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,450 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Double Cab V6 AT PreRunner (Natl)
    Starts at
    $24,610
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,450 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Double Cab V6 AT PreRunner (GS)
    Starts at
    $24,610
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,450 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Double Cab LB V6 AT PreRunner (SE)
    Starts at
    $25,110
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,395 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Double Cab LB V6 AT PreRunner (GS)
    Starts at
    $25,110
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,395 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Double Cab LB V6 AT PreRunner (Natl)
    Starts at
    $25,110
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,395 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Access Cab I4 AT (GS)
    Starts at
    $25,150
    18 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,521 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Access Cab I4 AT (SE)
    Starts at
    $25,150
    18 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,521 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Access Cab I4 AT (Natl)
    Starts at
    $25,150
    18 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,521 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Access Cab V6 MT (SE)
    Starts at
    $25,805
    15 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,275 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Access Cab V6 MT (Natl)
    Starts at
    $25,805
    15 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,275 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Access Cab V6 MT (GS)
    Starts at
    $25,805
    15 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,275 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Access Cab V6 AT (SE)
    Starts at
    $26,685
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,275 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Access Cab V6 AT (Natl)
    Starts at
    $26,685
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,275 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Access Cab V6 AT (GS)
    Starts at
    $26,685
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,275 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Access Cab V6 MT X-Runner (GS)
    Starts at
    $26,775
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    865 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Access Cab V6 MT X-Runner (SE)
    Starts at
    $26,775
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    865 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Access Cab V6 MT X-Runner (Natl)
    Starts at
    $26,775
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    865 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Double Cab V6 MT (SE)
    Starts at
    $26,805
    15 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,340 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Double Cab V6 MT (Natl)
    Starts at
    $26,805
    15 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,340 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Double Cab V6 MT (GS)
    Starts at
    $26,805
    15 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,340 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Double Cab V6 AT (Natl)
    Starts at
    $27,685
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,315 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Double Cab V6 AT (GS)
    Starts at
    $27,685
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,315 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Double Cab V6 AT (SE)
    Starts at
    $27,685
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,315 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Double Cab LB V6 AT (GS)
    Starts at
    $28,185
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,280 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Double Cab LB V6 AT (Natl)
    Starts at
    $28,185
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,280 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 4WD Double Cab LB V6 AT (SE)
    Starts at
    $28,185
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,280 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs

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Notable features

Three cab styles
Four-cylinder or V-6
Manual or automatic transmission
New Limited Package
Entune multimedia system
T|X and T|X Pro off-road packages

The good & the bad

The good

Extensive standard equipment, especially safety features
Spirited off-road capabilities
Road-hugging performance of X-Runner
Strong tow ratings for V-6
Dealer-installed TRD supercharger and big-brake kits

The bad

Stronger 4.0-liter V-6 found in Tundra and 4Runner isn't available for Tacoma
No pull-lever parking brake (helps in off-roading)
Great off-road suspension can be rough on uneven pavement
Long-box Tacoma crew cab almost as big as a full-size pickup

Expert 2013 Toyota Tacoma review

our expert's take
Our expert's take
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our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

The Toyota Tacoma midsize pickup truck is available in three cab styles: regular cab, Access Cab and Double Cab. Regular and Access cabs come with 6-foot beds, while the Double Cab can be had with either a 5- or 6-foot bed. The Tacoma can seat up to five people in certain configurations. It competes with the Nissan Frontier.

Much of the Tacoma’s appeal comes from its various special models and packages. The TRD Off-Road Package is perhaps the most popular, with a combination of appearance and performance items. Included are progressive-rate front springs, Bilstein-brand shocks, BFGoodrich Rugged Trail tires, 16-inch alloy wheels and TRD badging. The TRD Sport Package offers a monochromatic appearance, street-tuned suspension and lower-profile tires on 17-inch wheels.

The X-Runner is the real street-performance star in the specialty group. It features a 4.0-liter V-6 engine, six-speed manual transmission, 18-inch wheels, improved steering response, low-profile Bridgestone Potenza tires and a lowered, specially tuned suspension. The X-Runner gets its name from a unique X-brace on the rear of the frame.
New for 2013
Daytime running lights are new, and a display audio system with the Entune multimedia system is available for all cab styles. A new Limited Package includes simulated leather upholstery, heated front seats, 18-inch chrome wheels, a chrome grille surround, chrome rear bumper, color-coordinated front bumper, fog lights, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, an auto-dimming rearview mirror with an outside temperature gauge and Limited badging.
Exterior
The Tacoma’s wheel flares are muscular, its character lines are pronounced and the grille menacing. The Double Cab looks particularly good, especially in four-wheel-drive trim. The X-Runner, however, doesn’t have a lean, athletic look worthy of its performance; it’s just too burly with all its extra bodywork. Exterior features include:

  • 115-volt power outlet in cargo bed on TRD packages
  • Dent-resistant composite inner liner in cargo bed
  • Available skid plate for engine
  • Regular cab Tacomas include standard 15-inch wheels
  • 18-inch alloy wheels available

Interior
The backup camera system features a small camera in the tailgate handle and a 3.3-inch screen mounted in the rearview mirror. Interior features include:

  • Standard tilt/telescoping steering wheel
  • Optional power windows and locks
  • Optional leather-wrapped steering wheel 
  • Optional cruise control

Under the Hood
Mechanical features include:

  • 159-horsepower, 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine with iron block/aluminum cylinder head, dual overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder makes 180 pounds-feet of torque
  • 236-hp, 4.0-liter V-6 with aluminum block/cylinder heads, dual overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder makes 266 pounds-feet of torque
  • Five-speed manual or four-speed automatic for four-cylinder trucks
  • Six-speed manual or five-speed automatic for V-6 trucks
  • Standard automatic limited-slip differential

Safety
The Tacoma combines accident-avoidance technologies and standard side-impact and side curtain airbags. Besides stability control, the standard Star Safety System includes antilock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist, and traction control. Other safety features include:

  • Three-point seat belts in all seating positions
  • Available driver and front-passenger active head restraints

2013 Toyota Tacoma review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

The Toyota Tacoma midsize pickup truck is available in three cab styles: regular cab, Access Cab and Double Cab. Regular and Access cabs come with 6-foot beds, while the Double Cab can be had with either a 5- or 6-foot bed. The Tacoma can seat up to five people in certain configurations. It competes with the Nissan Frontier.

Much of the Tacoma’s appeal comes from its various special models and packages. The TRD Off-Road Package is perhaps the most popular, with a combination of appearance and performance items. Included are progressive-rate front springs, Bilstein-brand shocks, BFGoodrich Rugged Trail tires, 16-inch alloy wheels and TRD badging. The TRD Sport Package offers a monochromatic appearance, street-tuned suspension and lower-profile tires on 17-inch wheels.

The X-Runner is the real street-performance star in the specialty group. It features a 4.0-liter V-6 engine, six-speed manual transmission, 18-inch wheels, improved steering response, low-profile Bridgestone Potenza tires and a lowered, specially tuned suspension. The X-Runner gets its name from a unique X-brace on the rear of the frame.
New for 2013
Daytime running lights are new, and a display audio system with the Entune multimedia system is available for all cab styles. A new Limited Package includes simulated leather upholstery, heated front seats, 18-inch chrome wheels, a chrome grille surround, chrome rear bumper, color-coordinated front bumper, fog lights, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, an auto-dimming rearview mirror with an outside temperature gauge and Limited badging.
Exterior
The Tacoma’s wheel flares are muscular, its character lines are pronounced and the grille menacing. The Double Cab looks particularly good, especially in four-wheel-drive trim. The X-Runner, however, doesn’t have a lean, athletic look worthy of its performance; it’s just too burly with all its extra bodywork. Exterior features include:

  • 115-volt power outlet in cargo bed on TRD packages
  • Dent-resistant composite inner liner in cargo bed
  • Available skid plate for engine
  • Regular cab Tacomas include standard 15-inch wheels
  • 18-inch alloy wheels available

Interior
The backup camera system features a small camera in the tailgate handle and a 3.3-inch screen mounted in the rearview mirror. Interior features include:

  • Standard tilt/telescoping steering wheel
  • Optional power windows and locks
  • Optional leather-wrapped steering wheel 
  • Optional cruise control

Under the Hood
Mechanical features include:

  • 159-horsepower, 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine with iron block/aluminum cylinder head, dual overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder makes 180 pounds-feet of torque
  • 236-hp, 4.0-liter V-6 with aluminum block/cylinder heads, dual overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder makes 266 pounds-feet of torque
  • Five-speed manual or four-speed automatic for four-cylinder trucks
  • Six-speed manual or five-speed automatic for V-6 trucks
  • Standard automatic limited-slip differential

Safety
The Tacoma combines accident-avoidance technologies and standard side-impact and side curtain airbags. Besides stability control, the standard Star Safety System includes antilock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist, and traction control. Other safety features include:

  • Three-point seat belts in all seating positions
  • Available driver and front-passenger active head restraints

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Safety review

Based on the 2013 Toyota Tacoma base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
4/5
Combined side rating front seat
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
4/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
14.7%
Risk of rollover
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
14.7%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Maintenance
2 years / 25,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
2 years / 25,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
7 years / less than 85,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12, 000 miles
Dealer certification
160- or 174-point inspections

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Consumer reviews

4.4 / 5
Based on 103 reviews
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Comfort 4.3
Interior 4.2
Performance 4.3
Value 4.3
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 4.6

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  • 2013 Quad Cab TRD sport

    Truck was a champ. Mileage slightly less than advertised but still decent. Felt like sitting in a lifted car but was smooth on oilfield goat trails and held up real well saving gas compared to other full-size trucks. I think the fake hood scoop was xxxxxxxx but otherwise a great truck. 4x4 in mud snow and icy roads was excellent. Real reliable truck.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • 2013 Tacoma Prerunner

    Overall the Tacoma is built like a TANK! I chose the 4 cyl 2.7L and it does perform amazingly well for such a large truck, I think the ride is good but of course it's a truck so it is a bit bumpy, expected because it is made to go off road when necessary. The only thing I would change on this truck is to have 4 wheel disk brakes it would change the trucks handling and feel enormously, with the disk front - drum rear in stock form the pedal feel is annoying and spongy, which makes the front end dive if you really have to haul your speed down quickly and that effects the overall handling a lot! The resale value is insane!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • cool truck

    Only had it for 1 day,so I don’t have to much to say other than that if I didn’t like it I wouldn’t have bought it
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Transmission

    I love my little truck but if I had done more research I would of past. It seams that they haven’t figured out how to fix the transmission from jerking between 2nd and 4th unless you really jump on the accelerator. The whistle around the doors was a easy fix we did ourselves. Necessary evil to have just like a telephone lol.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Tons of AC issues

    Overall, my 2013 Tacoma has been reliable. It is 7 years old and has 71000 miles. I have had to basically replace every major component that had to do with AC. This has been frustrating to say the least
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • It works

    I bought this vehicle on its reputation, so far so good, time will tell if the reliability is what I hope it to be. Everything works.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Has been a perfect truck to own

    This truck is very nimble and easy to drive. It gives great performance, while also giving excellent fuel economy. Takes up little room in the garage, but drives like a much bigger vehicle. Toyota is famous for its quality and durability. This truck is a bargain, for someone who loves to save money, but needs a truck with the ability to please.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Best vehicle we have owned

    This truck is great. It is exactly what we were looking for. The reliability and dual cab makes it comfortable for the whole family. We would definitely buy another again.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Truck was a lemon and is a lemon

    Made in Mexico 2012 for yr 2013 will never buy Toyota ever again . Just a lemon they dont want to fix .think I was born yesterday. Never trust Corp office. just out for your money..
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 2.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 1.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • It is a reliable truck no issues

    This truck is great has plenty of leg room in the front and back. Has Bluetooth which yiu can hook your phone up to it.has about 3 USB ports also also has a backup that you can see when your backing up.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Do not buy Mexican made

    A pice of ----- and that's being nice 2013made in Mexico they refuse to fix nice 30,000 $$ truck should not have to by truck after 5 year 50,000 miles 6 yrs old truck
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 1.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 1.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • Best built 100% All American made trucks in the US

    This is my Dream Truck and have owned with no problems ever since Oct 2012. So happy with,that I bought my wife a new Rav4 the next day.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2013 Toyota Tacoma?

The 2013 Toyota Tacoma is available in 3 trim levels:

  • (42 styles)
  • PreRunner (15 styles)
  • X-Runner (3 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2013 Toyota Tacoma?

The 2013 Toyota Tacoma offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 25 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2013 Toyota Tacoma reliable?

The 2013 Toyota Tacoma has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2013 Toyota Tacoma owners.

Is the 2013 Toyota Tacoma a good Truck?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 89.3% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.4 / 5
Based on 103 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.3
  • Interior: 4.2
  • Performance: 4.3
  • Value: 4.3
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 4.6

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