Ford F-150 vs Toyota Tacoma
The Ford F-150 is more fuel-efficient at 25 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Toyota Tacoma. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford F-150 | Toyota Tacoma | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 2,899 | 290 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Fuel system |
| Crashes and fires | 105 and 54 | 10 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 39,000 miles | 12,000 miles |
| Recalls | 18 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 25 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 22 and 30 | 19 and 24 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,850 | $3,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 2,899 complaints for the Ford F-150 and 290 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: 18 for the Ford F-150, 3 for the Toyota Tacoma.