Ford F-150 vs Toyota Tacoma
The Ford F-150 is more fuel-efficient at 22 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Toyota Tacoma. At EPA assumptions that is about $150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford F-150 | Toyota Tacoma | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,857 | 324 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 54 and 25 | 20 and 10 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 50,000 miles | 15,000 miles |
| Recalls | 17 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 19 and 26 | 19 and 24 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $3,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,857 complaints for the Ford F-150 and 324 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: 17 for the Ford F-150, 5 for the Toyota Tacoma.