Ford Ranger vs Toyota Tundra
The Ford Ranger and the Toyota Tundra are rated the same on fuel economy: 22 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Ranger | Toyota Tundra | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 148 | 548 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 3 and 0 | 6 and 6 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 4,000 miles | 14,000 miles |
| Recalls | 13 | 10 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 22 MPG |
| City and highway | 21 and 25 | 20 and 24 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $3,050 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 148 complaints for the Ford Ranger and 548 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: 13 for the Ford Ranger, 10 for the Toyota Tundra.