Ford Ranger vs Toyota Tacoma
The Toyota Tacoma is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 22 MPG for the Ford Ranger. At EPA assumptions that is about $150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Ranger | Toyota Tacoma | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 148 | 203 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 3 and 0 | 10 and 2 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 4,000 miles | 18,000 miles |
| Recalls | 13 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City and highway | 21 and 25 | 20 and 26 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $2,900 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 148 complaints for the Ford Ranger and 203 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 Ranger, 5 for the Toyota Tacoma.