Ram 1500 vs Toyota Tacoma
The Ram 1500 is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Toyota Tacoma. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ram 1500 | Toyota Tacoma | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,207 | 324 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 110 and 20 | 20 and 10 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 36,000 miles | 15,000 miles |
| Recalls | 13 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 23 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 27 | 19 and 24 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,150 | $3,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,207 complaints for the Ram 1500 and 324 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: 13 for the Ram 1500, 5 for the Toyota Tacoma.