Ford F-150 vs Toyota Tundra
The Ford F-150 is more fuel-efficient at 19 MPG combined, against 17 MPG for the Toyota Tundra. At EPA assumptions that is about $400 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford F-150 | Toyota Tundra | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 3,976 | 106 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 103 and 48 | 9 and 4 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 72,000 miles | 54,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 19 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City and highway | 17 and 23 | 16 and 20 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,550 | $3,950 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 3,976 complaints for the Ford F-150 and 106 for the Toyota Tundra. 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, 5 for the Toyota Tundra.