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The Most Fuel-Efficient Pickup Trucks You Can Buy Right Now
With gas prices climbing again, fuel economy is becoming a bigger consideration for truck buyers than ever before. Pickups remain some of the best-selling vehicles in North America, but their size, capability, and power often come at the expense of efficiency.
Fortunately, not every truck is a fuel-swilling monster. Automakers have introduced hybrids, turbocharged four-cylinders, and even diesel engines that can deliver surprisingly impressive mileage without sacrificing utility.
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As fuel prices continue to fluctuate, choosing the right powertrain can make a significant difference in ownership costs over the life of a truck. Here are the pickup trucks that currently offer some of the best fuel economy.
Ford Maverick Hybrid
42 mpg city / 35 mpg highway The Ford Maverick continues to redefine expectations for what a pickup truck can be. As the smallest truck sold in North America, it also happens to be the most fuel-efficient. Equipped with its standard hybrid powertrain and front-wheel drive, the Maverick delivers an impressive 42 mpg in city driving and 35 mpg on the highway.
Toyota Tacoma Hybrid i-Force Max
23 mpg city / 24 mpg highway Toyota's redesigned Tacoma brought a major powertrain overhaul, including the introduction of the hybrid i-Force Max system. The electrified midsize truck delivers strong performance while also posting some of the best fuel economy figures in the segment. Rated at 23 mpg city and 24 mpg highway, the Tacoma Hybrid balances capability and efficiency better than most rivals.
Ford Ranger
21 mpg city / 25 mpg highway Ford's midsize Ranger may not offer a hybrid option yet, but its turbocharged EcoBoost engine helps keep fuel consumption in check. With ratings of 21 mpg city and 25 mpg highway, the Ranger remains one of the more efficient choices in the midsize truck segment.
Nissan Frontier
19 mpg city / 24 mpg highway The Nissan Frontier sticks with a naturally aspirated V6 engine while many competitors have switched to turbocharged powerplants. Despite its traditional setup, the Frontier still manages respectable fuel economy ratings of 19 mpg city and 24 mpg highway.
Chevrolet Colorado
19 mpg city / 24 mpg highway Chevrolet streamlined the Colorado lineup around a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, and the strategy has paid dividends in efficiency. The midsize truck delivers up to 19 mpg city and 24 mpg highway while still offering impressive torque and towing capability.
GMC Canyon
19 mpg city / 23 mpg highway Mechanically similar to the Chevrolet Colorado, the GMC Canyon brings a more upscale approach to the midsize truck market. Fuel economy is nearly identical, with ratings of 19 mpg city and 23 mpg highway.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Duramax Diesel
23 mpg city / 28 mpg highway When it comes to full-size trucks, diesel power still reigns supreme for efficiency. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 equipped with the 3.0-liter Duramax turbo-diesel can achieve up to 23 mpg city and an impressive 28 mpg highway.
GMC Sierra 1500 Duramax Diesel
23 mpg city / 28 mpg highway Sharing its mechanical foundation with the Silverado, the GMC Sierra 1500 diesel posts identical fuel economy ratings. The Duramax-powered Sierra combines premium features with class-leading efficiency, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want luxury and capability without frequent stops at the fuel station.
Ford F-150 Hybrid
22 mpg city / 24 mpg highway Ford's PowerBoost hybrid system gives the F-150 a unique advantage among full-size pickups. The electrified powertrain delivers strong towing capability, excellent low-end torque, and fuel economy ratings of 22 mpg city and 24 mpg highway. It also provides onboard power generation through Ford's Pro Power Onboard system, making it popular with contractors and campers alike.
Ram 1500 Hurricane Six-Cylinder
20 mpg city / 25 mpg highway Ram's move away from the Hemi V8 has brought significant gains in efficiency. Models equipped with the twin-turbocharged Hurricane inline-six can achieve up to 20 mpg city and 25 mpg highway. The new engine delivers V8-like performance while using noticeably less fuel.
Toyota Tundra Hybrid
20 mpg city / 24 mpg highway Toyota's i-Force Max hybrid system gives the Tundra strong towing capability while helping improve fuel economy over traditional V8-powered competitors. With ratings of 20 mpg city and 24 mpg highway, the Tundra Hybrid offers a blend of power, refinement, and efficiency.
