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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Truck |
| Base Price | $30,791–$41,205 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2019 Toyota Tacoma S is a truck that earns a Carivo score of 7.6/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Reliability at 8.5/10, while Technology at 7.0/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. Reliability stands out at 8.5/10. The Tacoma S nameplate has earned that score through its track record and a comparatively clean recall sheet. Safety lands at 7.7/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
With 7.1/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. At 7.0/10 for technology, the infotainment and driver-assist package does its job without setting benchmarks — check which features cost extra on lower trims.
Priced from $30,791–$41,205, 18 MPG, seating 5, the Toyota Tacoma S sits in the mid-market bracket of the truck segment. At 7.3/10 for value, it delivers fair pricing for what's on offer, though the best alternatives in this price range score slightly higher. At 7 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2019 Toyota Tacoma S will scare a sensible buyer off. It scores consistently across the board, and it does what a good truck should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2019 Toyota Tacoma S ranks #127 of 515 trucks in the Carivo database — better than 76% of the segment. Its 7.6/10 overall score is 0.2 points above the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $30,791 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $35,138 by about 12%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Truck ranking → · Best Trucks under $35k →
Smart-money pick: the 2016 Toyota Tacoma S scores 7.6/10 — within striking distance of the 2019's 7.6 — and starts roughly $3,500 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8.0/10 | $37,311 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 8.0/10 | $37,311 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.9/10 | $36,225 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 8.0/10 | $35,138 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.8/10 | $34,051 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.7/10 | $32,964 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.7/10 | $31,877 | Read review → |
| 2019 (this review) | 7.6/10 | $30,791 | |
| 2018 | 7.6/10 | $29,704 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.5/10 | $28,617 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 7.6/10 | $27,530 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.5/10 | $26,444 | Read review → |
We rate the 2019 Toyota Tacoma S's reliability 8.5/10 — one of the stronger records in its class.
It scores 7.6/10 overall, ranking #127 of 515 trucks in our database (better than 76% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2019 Toyota Tacoma S starts at $30,791 and ranges up to $41,205 across trims (MSRP when new). At 18 MPG, expect roughly $2,917/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
Explore the full lineup of Toyota models scored by Carivo — ranked by overall score across reliability, safety, value, performance, and technology.