Ram 1500 vs Toyota Tundra
The Ram 1500 is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 16 MPG for the Toyota Tundra. At EPA assumptions that is about $50 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ram 1500 | Toyota Tundra | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 926 | 156 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 34 and 12 | 7 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 30,000 miles | 7,000 miles |
| Recalls | 15 | 8 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 23 MPG | 16 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 27 | 15 and 19 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,150 | $4,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 926 complaints for the Ram 1500 and 156 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.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 4 stars for the Ram 1500, 4 stars for the Toyota Tundra.
Safety recalls on file: 15 for the Ram 1500, 8 for the Toyota Tundra.