Toyota Tacoma vs Ford Maverick
Overview | |
MSRP$32,545 | MSRP$28,145 |
Listings1464 | Listings237 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryWe’d bet good money that most people who buy a Tacoma TRD Pro—one of the most off-road-capable Tacoma models—won’t use it to blast across the desert with wild abandon. Buyers will probably want to consider a different version of Toyota’s midsize pickup truck, which is available in two cab styles, two bed lengths, several powertrain combinations, and multiple trim levels. Verdict: The 2026 Tacoma TRD Pro sells a fantasy, not a reality. Given some of the compromises it requires, we think people who want an expensive, off-road-ready Tacoma would be happier with the Trailhunter model. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Ford Maverick really shook up the pickup-truck market when it arrived as a 2022 model. Ford’s compact pickup utilizes the same basic platform as the Escape and Bronco Sport crossovers, but offers real truck capability and a hybrid powertrain to boot. The 2025 model features styling and tech updates, but the biggest news is a Maverick Lobo performance variant and an all-wheel drive (AWD) hybrid, so that’s what we focused on for this first drive. Verdict: The Maverick is still a great vehicle, but it’s not quite the bargain it once was. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 228 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drivetrain4X2 | DrivetrainFWD |
Seating Capacity2 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower228 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.1 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City42 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 228 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque243 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower228 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
Drivetrain4X2 | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.1 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City42 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity2 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length73.5 in | Bed Length54.4 in |
Curb Weight4145 lbs | Curb Weight3685 lbs |
Height74.0 in | Height68.8 in |
Length213.0 in | Length199.8 in |
Width76.9 in | Width83.5 in |
Wheelbase131.9 in | Wheelbase121.1 in |
Maximum Payload1460 lbs | Maximum Payload1500 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $32,545 | $28,145 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | We’d bet good money that most people who buy a Tacoma TRD Pro—one of the most off-road-capable Tacoma models—won’t use it to blast across the desert with wild abandon. Buyers will probably want to consider a different version of Toyota’s midsize pickup truck, which is available in two cab styles, two bed lengths, several powertrain combinations, and multiple trim levels. Verdict: The 2026 Tacoma TRD Pro sells a fantasy, not a reality. Given some of the compromises it requires, we think people who want an expensive, off-road-ready Tacoma would be happier with the Trailhunter model. | The Ford Maverick really shook up the pickup-truck market when it arrived as a 2022 model. Ford’s compact pickup utilizes the same basic platform as the Escape and Bronco Sport crossovers, but offers real truck capability and a hybrid powertrain to boot. The 2025 model features styling and tech updates, but the biggest news is a Maverick Lobo performance variant and an all-wheel drive (AWD) hybrid, so that’s what we focused on for this first drive. Verdict: The Maverick is still a great vehicle, but it’s not quite the bargain it once was. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 228 hp I4 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 2 | 5 |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.1 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 42 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 228 hp I4 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 243 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | |
Horsepower | 228 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.1 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 42 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 2 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 73.5 in | 54.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4145 lbs | 3685 lbs |
Height | 74.0 in | 68.8 in |
Length | 213.0 in | 199.8 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 83.5 in |
Wheelbase | 131.9 in | 121.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1460 lbs | 1500 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |
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