This is from the last time a question was asked like this… lol
Are you mainly looking for oil changes, or getting into changing your own timing chain/belt yourself?? how deep are you willing to go with DIY repairs??
I always look to see how hard it would be to pull the engine/transmission, and if a strut with single lower control arm vs a multi link front suspension, that goes for the rear end also, how complicated it is?.. Look for the starter/alt etc locations…
Personally I go with Toyota 4 cylinders… not against V engines… would love a V6 Tacoma…
While driving around for a while, look at newer vehicles on the side of the road and on the back of tow trucks…
Look around on this forum, what is the least vehicle or brand you see needing help, newer vehicles in your range of buying only… check car complaints to see what it shows…
EDIT: spark plugs etc…