Ford F-150 vs Toyota Tacoma
The Toyota Tacoma is more fuel-efficient at 21 MPG combined, against 15 MPG for the Ford F-150. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,250 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford F-150 | Toyota Tacoma | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,364 | 871 |
| Most reported problem | Wipers, windshield & visibility | Body & structure |
| Crashes and fires | 66 and 42 | 64 and 4 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 62,000 miles | 86,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 10 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 15 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 14 and 18 | 18 and 24 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,450 | $3,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,364 complaints for the Ford F-150 and 871 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: 3 for the Ford F-150, 10 for the Toyota Tacoma.