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) | 1,956 | 116 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 57 and 27 | 3 and 1 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 65,000 miles | 42,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 4 |
| 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 1,956 complaints for the Ford F-150 and 116 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: 8 for the Ford F-150, 4 for the Toyota Tundra.