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Ford Ranger vs Toyota Tacoma
Full comparison with verified US market data: MSRP, horsepower, MPG, cargo, warranty, and true 5-year cost of ownership.
Vehicle 1
Ford Ranger
270 hp · Gasoline
Vehicle 2
Toyota Tacoma
278 hp · Gasoline
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MSRP
$33,350
$33,185
Horsepower
270 hp
278 hp
Torque
310 lb-ft
317 lb-ft
MPG (combined)
21 city / 25 hwy / 23 combined
21
0–60 mph
6.8 s
7 s
Cargo
—
—
Curb Weight
—
—
* MSRP excludes destination. MPG is EPA-rated combined.
Drivetrain
rwd_4wd
rwd_4wd
Warranty
3yr / 36K
Powertrain: 5yr / 60K
3yr / 36K
Powertrain: 5yr / 60K
Warranty: bumper-to-bumper / powertrain. EV battery: typically 8yr / 100K mi.
GasFord Ranger
GasToyota Tacoma
True Cost of Ownership
Estimated 5-year cost at 12,000 miles/year. All cost data from AAA "Your Driving Costs" 2025 annual study by vehicle category. Estimates only — actual costs vary.
Ford Ranger
$40,769
+$82
Purchase (MSRP)$33,350
Fuel 5yr$9,000
Insurance 5yr$8,470
Maintenance 5yr$6,624
Resale (50% at 5yr)-$16,675
Toyota Tacoma
$40,687
✓ Lowest total cost
Purchase (MSRP)$33,185
Fuel 5yr$9,000
Insurance 5yr$8,470
Maintenance 5yr$6,624
Resale (50% at 5yr)-$16,593
Source: AAA "Your Driving Costs" 2025 study. Fuel: $3.15/gal regular, $0.167/kWh (AAA/EIA). Insurance and maintenance are category averages (sedan, SUV, truck, EV) — not model-specific. Depreciation: 50% at 5 years. Estimates for comparison purposes only.
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Analysis & Recommendation
The Toyota Tacoma wins on both sticker price and total ownership cost at $40,687 over 5 years. For fuel economy: Ford Ranger at 21 city / 25 hwy / 23 combined MPG. For performance: Ford Ranger does 0-60 in 6.8s.
Ford Ranger vs Toyota Tacoma — FAQ
The Toyota Tacoma starts at $33,185. Starting MSRPs: Ford Ranger ($33,350), Toyota Tacoma ($33,185). Prices are MSRP before destination, taxes, and dealer fees.
The Ford Ranger leads at 21 city / 25 hwy / 23 combined MPG (EPA). By model: Ford Ranger (21 city / 25 hwy / 23 combined), Toyota Tacoma (21). Annual fuel cost difference: ~$0.
The Toyota Tacoma at $40,687. By model: Ford Ranger ($40,769), Toyota Tacoma ($40,687). Based on AAA "Your Driving Costs" 2025: MSRP + fuel (AAA avg) + insurance and maintenance (AAA category avg) − 50% resale. Estimates for comparison only.
Quickest 0-60: Ford Ranger at 6.8s. Most powerful: Toyota Tacoma with 278 hp / 317 lb-ft.
Best bumper-to-bumper: Ford Ranger at 3yr / 36K. Full breakdown: Ford Ranger (3yr / 36K; powertrain 5yr / 60K); Toyota Tacoma (3yr / 36K; powertrain 5yr / 60K).