Driving Experience
Includes acceleration and handling
What Owners Say
"Regular cab fits perfect in tight parking situations. Only truck that fits in garage. Acceleration is slow but decent gas mileage."
T F., NY (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Truck has done every thing I have asked of it with no complaints. Best truck I have ever owned. Will do more than any other 150 I have owned and I have had a lot of them."
Paul R., WV (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"The 6-cylinder engine provides ample acceleration and power. The truck handles very well in town and on the road."
Charles C., IA (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"4 cylinder not good on power or fuel."
B F., NY (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"It will go anywhere at anytime. It is a beast......"
Gary M., NH (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"love the way the truck holds the road"
Joann G., CA (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Appropriate for he size and functional features of the truck."
Anonymous, MA (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"poor engine performance and terrible wind noise"
Anonymous, NM (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"The automatic shifting is jolting and not smooth."
Anonymous, VT (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Don't like the way the vehicle accelerates."
Anonymous, AL (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"As expected for a small truck."
Keith M., HI (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Drives like a car"
JEFF T., MA (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Sluggish acceleration"
VICTOR C., AZ (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"I would buy a 6-cylinder if I bought another Toyota Tacoma. There is not enough power in the 4-cylinder."
Anonymous, NJ (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"I received a good value when I leased my 2013 Toyota Tacoma."
Anonymous, CO (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"I have the I-4 engine. It doesn't have the "pep" of the larger engine"
Anonymous, NY (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"The bucket seats need more padding. I have no blind spots, 360 degrees of safety ."
Anonymous, MA (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Sluggish acceleration. Seems underpowered at times. Handles well, but would prefer a smoother ride, even for s truck."
FRANK L., MI (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"My Toyota 4x4 pu drives like an SUV. Very stable in ice and snow. Pulls my 16 foot trailer loaded with no strain or loss of control."
CHARLES W., MO (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"I have the v-6 engine which is generally acceptable. However, in the FL heat, I think it's slightly under-powered (with AC) and using ethanol gasoline. I recently switched to non-ethanol and will soon know if this is an improvement in performance."
R M., FL (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Great acceleration. I would prefer less engine braking in 5th gear to allow for more coasting. Handles great. The factory trailer sway does a great job at keeping trailers running straight at 70 mph on highway."
DAVID H., IL (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Acceleration is somewhat sluggish, although may not be much different than other pickups."
L W., AL (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Excellent power delivery for the horsepower rating. Handles leaps ahead of a full size truck."
TIMOTHY R., NL (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Acceleration is fair. I can't see the truck having enough power to tow at its maximum tow rating. 4WD engagement is temperamental. They should have put in the manually engaged (lever actuated) transfer case in the Tacoma that was used in the FJ."
PAUL G., CT (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Quite underpowered (4 cyl). Seat puts driver low in the vehicle (I am 5'11"). Ride is "jittery""
KENNETH C., WI (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"All good"
RICHARD M., TX (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"under powered"
EARL D., TX (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"bumpy ride on city streets. Too much noise in cabin and wind noise"
Anonymous, NY (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"windshield not tight. whistles at high speeds"
DAVE D., CA (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"4 cylinder chugs along - under powered"
Anonymous, VT (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"This is a stripped down version so the 4cyl. engine is under powered for the weight. Tires also wear down quickly."
Anonymous, NC (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Poor initial acceleration. It wants to shift up too soon."
James H., SC (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"acceleration is exceptional drives well"
Dwayne B., VA (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"great driving quick repsonse in emergencies great body style"
Mike A., UT (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Gas mileage good with nice handling and acceleration. This is a great work vehicle."
Eugene S., TX (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Drives great ride is smooth."
Jim D., IA (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"This truck gets up and goes! The six cylinder with auto transmission does an excellent job of moving everything from furniture to firewood anytime, anywhere. This is my second Tacoma, and I plan on keeping it a long time."
John C., CA (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"This thing is pretty gutless. I am very disappointed with the power and acceleration, especially when you factor in that the truck still gets very poor fuel economy. If I get bad economy, I expect a lot of power. With aftermarket suspension the truck handles high speed off road driving well, but is still harsh at lower speed and on the pavement."
John D., ID (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"The 4 cylinder engine lacks power. Acceleration is slow, which makes the truck feel sluggish."
Anonymous, CA (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"It's a truck. I don't expect it to drive like a car. However, it is a fine highway vehicle and is comfortable on long trips."
Anonymous, MA (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"It is a V-6 that has a lot of power when I need to use it. I like the 4 wheel drive feature especially in the winter. The handling is very good and responsive."
Anonymous, MN (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Rough ride. Too bouncy. To get up to speed you really need to step on the gas pedal."
Timothy R., CA (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Excellant handling, acceleration, it is not affected by weather (Wind, rain, heat/cold). pulls loaded trailers handily"
Don G., TX (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Great truck and excellent handling and drives super nice. Still drives like the day I purchased the vehicle"
Anonymous, AZ (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"V6 engine is great for getting to speed on the freeway. The 4 wheel drive is the best part of the truck. It goes Everywhere!!"
John F., CA (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"I have the 4 cyl. engine and in a hilly area I cannot use cruise because it would constantly be down shifting"
Alan V., NM (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"The Tacoma is easy to drive. It is responsive and comfortable. It has great 360 visibility."
Greg M., WA (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Great acceleration and handling for a truck."
Anonymous, SC (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Underpowered with 4 cylinder"
Lewis L., CA (2013 Toyota Tacoma)"Handles very good, trailers boats and utility trailers well with good traction and acceleration."
Anonymous, SC (2013 Toyota Tacoma)
"4-cylinder poorly matched to the transmission gearing. Never in the right gear. Poor torque. Downshifts at highway speeds on moderate interstate grades."
Anonymous, LA (2013 Toyota Tacoma)