Ford F-150 vs Toyota Tundra
The Ford F-150 is more fuel-efficient at 72 MPG combined, against 22 MPG for the Toyota Tundra. At EPA assumptions that is about $2,000 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford F-150 | Toyota Tundra | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 177 | 238 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 12 and 6 | 9 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 6,000 miles | 5,000 miles |
| Recalls | 14 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 72 MPG | 22 MPG |
| City and highway | 79 and 65 | 20 and 24 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $1,050 | $3,050 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 177 complaints for the Ford F-150 and 238 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: 14 for the Ford F-150, 5 for the Toyota Tundra.