Chevrolet S10 vs Toyota Tacoma
The Chevrolet S10 is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 22 MPG for the Toyota Tacoma. At EPA assumptions that is about $150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet S10 | Toyota Tacoma | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 881 | 321 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Suspension |
| Crashes and fires | 136 and 14 | 24 and 1 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 79,000 miles | 137,000 miles |
| Recalls | 7 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 23 MPG | 22 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 27 | 20 and 26 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,900 | $3,050 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 881 complaints for the Chevrolet S10 and 321 for the Toyota Tacoma. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 7 for the Chevrolet S10, 1 for the Toyota Tacoma.