Ford Ranger vs Toyota Tundra
The Ford Ranger is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 17 MPG for the Toyota Tundra. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,050 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Ranger | Toyota Tundra | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 286 | 536 |
| Most reported problem | Air bags | Cruise control |
| Crashes and fires | 12 and 1 | 40 and 9 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 61,000 miles | 52,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 12 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 23 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City and highway | 21 and 26 | 15 and 19 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,900 | $3,950 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 286 complaints for the Ford Ranger and 536 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: 5 for the Ford Ranger, 12 for the Toyota Tundra.