Ram 1500 vs Toyota Tacoma
The Toyota Tacoma is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Ram 1500. At EPA assumptions that is about $300 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ram 1500 | Toyota Tacoma | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,616 | 170 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 108 and 15 | 16 and 10 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 60,000 miles | 40,000 miles |
| Recalls | 11 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 25 | 21 and 25 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $2,900 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,616 complaints for the Ram 1500 and 170 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.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 4 stars for the Ram 1500, 4 stars for the Toyota Tacoma.
Safety recalls on file: 11 for the Ram 1500, 6 for the Toyota Tacoma.