2010 Toyota Tacoma

To bring you an expert opinion of the Toyota Tacoma, the editors of TheCarConnection.com have driven several variations of the Tacoma--and hauled a few items. Then, to bring you the most useful information for your shopping process, TheCarConnection.com has researched the range of available road tests on the new Tacoma and produced an adjacent Full Review.

Likes
Affordable, fuel-efficient base four-cylinder
Simple, straightforward instrument panel
Reputation for toughness and reliability
Strong resale value

Dislikes
Hard, bouncy ride
Uncomfortable seats
Not very maneuverable
V-6 models are pricey

The Toyota Tacoma got some significant revisions for 2009 but returns for 2010 with few changes. A little larger than compact and more mid-size, like the Nissan Frontier, the Toyota Tacoma serves those who don't need the hardcore hauling and towing ability of the full-size trucks but still require the day-to-day durability of a pickup.