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2023 Toyota Tacoma MPG, Fuel Cost and Recalls
2023 Toyota Tacoma MPG and annual fuel cost by engine, with EPA ratings and NHTSA recall records below.
At a glance
2023 Toyota Tacoma reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
2023 Toyota Tacoma MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 18 to 21 mpg across 6 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
| Engine / transmission | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cylinderAutomatic (S6) · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 19 mpg | 24 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 431 g/mi |
| 2.7L 4-cylinderAutomatic (S6) · Rear-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 20 mpg | 23 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 423 g/mi |
| 3.5L 6-cylinderAutomatic (S6) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 18 mpg | 22 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 448 g/mi |
| 3.5L 6-cylinderManual 6-spd · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 17 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,400 | 481 g/mi |
| 3.5L 6-cylinderManual 6-spd · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 17 mpg | 20 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,400 | 483 g/mi |
| 2.7L 4-cylinderAutomatic (S6) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 19 mpg | 22 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 441 g/mi |
Annual fuel figures are the EPA snapshot at the source date. The calculator below uses the separately dated fuel-price record and your inputs, so the estimates may differ.
2023 Toyota Tacoma annual fuel cost calculator
Start with the combined MPG for 3.5L 6-cylinder, Automatic (S6), Rear-Wheel Drive. Replace it with your measured gas mileage and local pump price for a personal budget.
Formula annual miles ÷ MPG × gasoline price
Fuel cost per mile equals gasoline price divided by MPG. Multiply by your annual mileage for a yearly fuel budget. Add maintenance to estimate cost per mile.
2023 Toyota Tacoma recall campaigns
NHTSA returned 4 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE LATCH ANCHOR · 22V520000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles. One or more of the individual welds in the upper child seat anchors may be insufficient. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage System."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the upper child seat anchors and reweld the child seat anchors, as necessary. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 02, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TB09/ 22TA09.
STEERING:COLUMN · 23V480000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, 2023 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX500 Hybrid, 2023-2024 Lexus NX250, NX350, and NX350 Hybrid vehicles. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA08. Lexus' number for this recall is 23LA02.
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY · 24V152000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturer (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles. The axle shaft sub-assembly may separate from the axle housing due to debris causing improperly secured fasteners.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle assembly, tighten the axle retaining nuts as necessary, and repair or replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB05 and 24TA05.
STEERING:COLUMN · 25V040000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, Lexus RX350, 2023-2024 NX250, and NX350 vehicles that may have been incorrectly repaired under previous NHTSA recall number 23V-480. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 25LA02.
2023 Toyota Tacoma NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Toyota TACOMA PU/CC 4WD | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| 2023 Toyota TACOMA PU/CC 2WD | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| 2023 Toyota TACOMA PU/EC 4WD | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| 2023 Toyota TACOMA PU/EC 2WD | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the 2023 Toyota Tacoma gas mileage?
EPA combined ratings run from 18 to 21 mpg across 6 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
Are these real-world MPG figures for the Tacoma?
These are EPA ratings, not owner-reported mileage. Use your measured MPG in the calculator to estimate your own fuel budget. The configuration table keeps city, highway and combined ratings separate.
Does the 2023 Toyota Tacoma have recalls?
NHTSA returned 4 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
Does annual fuel cost include servicing or insurance?
No. The EPA cost and the calculator cover fuel only. Use the cost-per-mile calculator to add a maintenance allowance. Insurance, depreciation, finance costs and registration are separate ownership expenses.
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Sources and record dates
U.S. EPA FuelEconomy.gov vehicle dataset Accessed 2026-09-05U.S. EIA public gasoline price table Accessed 2026-09-05NHTSA Recalls API Accessed 2026-09-04NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API Accessed 2026-09-05Last updated