Ford F-150 vs Toyota Tacoma
The Ford F-150 and the Toyota Tacoma are rated the same on fuel economy: 21 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford F-150 | Toyota Tacoma | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 2,636 | 418 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 79 and 42 | 4 and 7 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 45,000 miles | 16,000 miles |
| Recalls | 13 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 19 and 25 | 19 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $3,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 2,636 complaints for the Ford F-150 and 418 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: 13 for the Ford F-150, 4 for the Toyota Tacoma.