Ford Ranger vs Toyota Tacoma
Overview | |
Years produced1995-Present | Years produced1983-2011 |
MSRP$31,500 | MSRP$32,720 |
Listings1698 | Listings1243 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe fourth-gen Tacoma is also the first Tacoma to share a platform with the larger Toyota Tundra. (The TNGA-F platform also underpins the Sequoia and the just-revived Land Cruiser.) It launches in Canada in two configurations and six packages, each powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The Tacoma's first-ever hybrid powertrain is due in the spring of 2024. We traveled to Malibu, California, to drive the all-new Tacoma in all of its gas-only guises. | |
Reviews SummaryWhile Ford outsells all other brands with its full-size pickup trucks, it lags behind in the midsize class. The Ranger, once the king of small trucks, hasn’t been a strong seller since Ford relaunched it for the 2019 model year. The smaller Maverick currently outsells the Ranger by nearly two to one. For 2024, the new Ranger brings more of everything: power, tech, refinement, space, and most importantly, choice. Is it too late for Ford to catch up? We tested a Ranger XLT to find out. Verdict: With new V6 engines and a Raptor trim, the 2024 Ford Ranger offers greater choice and capability to finally match the Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, Nissan Frontier, and Toyota Tacoma. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 228 hp I4 | Engine2.3L 270 hp I4 |
Drive Train4X2 | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity2 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower228 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City20 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway25 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 228 hp I4 | Engine Name2.3L 270 hp I4 |
Torque243 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower228 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway25 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity2 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length73.5 in | Bed Length59.6 in |
Curb Weight4145 lbs | Curb Weight4203 lbs |
Height74.0 in | Height74.0 in |
Length213.0 in | Length210.6 in |
Width76.9 in | Width86.7 in |
Wheelbase131.9 in | Wheelbase128.7 in |
Maximum Payload1460 lbs | Maximum Payload1805 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1995-Present | 1983-2011 |
MSRP | $31,500 | $32,720 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The fourth-gen Tacoma is also the first Tacoma to share a platform with the larger Toyota Tundra. (The TNGA-F platform also underpins the Sequoia and the just-revived Land Cruiser.) It launches in Canada in two configurations and six packages, each powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The Tacoma's first-ever hybrid powertrain is due in the spring of 2024. We traveled to Malibu, California, to drive the all-new Tacoma in all of its gas-only guises. | While Ford outsells all other brands with its full-size pickup trucks, it lags behind in the midsize class. The Ranger, once the king of small trucks, hasn’t been a strong seller since Ford relaunched it for the 2019 model year. The smaller Maverick currently outsells the Ranger by nearly two to one. For 2024, the new Ranger brings more of everything: power, tech, refinement, space, and most importantly, choice. Is it too late for Ford to catch up? We tested a Ranger XLT to find out. Verdict: With new V6 engines and a Raptor trim, the 2024 Ford Ranger offers greater choice and capability to finally match the Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, Nissan Frontier, and Toyota Tacoma. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 228 hp I4 | 2.3L 270 hp I4 |
Drive Train | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 2 | 5 |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 20 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 25 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 228 hp I4 | 2.3L 270 hp I4 |
Torque | 243 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 25 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 2 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 73.5 in | 59.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4145 lbs | 4203 lbs |
Height | 74.0 in | 74.0 in |
Length | 213.0 in | 210.6 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 86.7 in |
Wheelbase | 131.9 in | 128.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1460 lbs | 1805 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 7500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 3500 lbs |
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