Midsize Pickup Truck Comparison
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 มิ.ย. 2024
- The midsize truck segment expands with the addition of the Ford Ranger and Jeep Gladiator. With other strong contenders the Chevrolet Colorado, Honda Ridgeline, and Toyota Tacoma, the Kelley Blue Book staff have their work cut out for them. But they're up to the task and ready to sift through all the info to get you their answer.
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Jeep Gladiator motto, "We may be expensive and ugly, but we're unreliable!"
🤣 accurate
Sad but true.
I just can't get over how far the taillights stick out.
Dead ... 😂
Good looking but very true
Nissan Frontier is like; Yo do I even exist?
Probb waiting for the overdue re design
planedudea380 it has been redesigned in 2014 America just doesn’t get it yet it’s sold as the Navara in Australia
@@planedudea380 - The Ford is overdue for a redesign too, as is the Tacoma. The Frontier should have been included.
@@OMGWTFLOLSMH Sure, but the Frontier dates back to like 2006. Ranger is "new" to the US, but yes. The Tacoma could use mid cycle refresh
AGREED! Has good capability, very solid reliability, HVAC and infotainment are simply laid out, no worse or better on gas than the others really (even if the EPA numbers suggest otherwise), and the price is excellent. When you compare it to most of these trucks, similarly equipped, the competitors are wildly expensive.
Just give me the Toyota Tacoma, so I can sell it 15 years in the future and still get decent money for it...
Doubtful. That Taco will be outdated and out performed by today’s midsize pickups. Let alone, tomorrow’s midsize and/or compact trucks. Ridgeline, Santa Cruz SAV, and Ford Maverick.
@@travelinman482 That doesn't seem to stop old Tacomas from selling for a lot of money. Toyota has a better pedigree with their trucks than other brands do. That's why their resale value is usually higher.
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Old models? Yes. New models? Not so much. The 2020 Taco still has drum brakes and the 2020 Fronty has 4 disc brakes.
@@travelinman482 People who buy new Tacomas don't care about drum brakes. They buy Tacomas for their reputation for durability and reliability above all else. The Tacoma being a bit outdated is actually one of its biggest selling points.
@@97I30T
First, drum brakes are not that reliable or safe. Secondly, if some people like Tacos because of them being outdated then, why don’t they like Frontiers?
ridgeline, the truck most people need. the tacoma the truck most people want.
@@paulm6481 sorry your feelings got hurt. Majority of Americans who buy mid size trucks dont need trucks. They want something that's a daily driver and can hold something like lumber etc when doing projects. For that reason. A ridgeline fits most peoples needs.
Frontier which isn't even mentioned in this review which Is a shame is the perfect mid size work truck if you're actually not using it to crawl parking lots
@@Paul.atherton The Ridgeline isn't any more affordable than the other midsize trucks and doesn't have any better fuel economy. I wouldn't buy this even though I think it is cool for the same reason I wouldn't buy a moped even though I think they can be cool..and that's because most people just don't like them. Truck buyers are more loyal to what makes a truck a truck..and the Ridgeline isn't it. Again I think the Ridgeline is cool, especially the in bed trunk, that's actually awesome, but I would never buy one.
@@Paul.atherton I agree with the frontier part. Shame because it's a great truck and the most affordable used.
@@Shane101A Ridgeline gets 20+ city and 30+ highway mpg with the AWD.
@@Shane101A wasnt about price. About comfort and usability.
I’m confused how does the gladiator resale value plummet after 2 years when it hasn’t even been on the market one full model year yet ? 🥴
Exactly these tests are fubar!
Isaac G because it’s sucks that bad 😂
@@kevinortiz1210 ya the test sucks that bad.
Because it is a Fiat Chrysler product. They break after two years. Lol
mic` sam what do you own
The Honda Ridgeline is more then enough truck for 98% of the ppl looking for a pickup truck. It’s the jack of all trades. Love mine.
Who's Kelly and why does she have a blue book
👍😂
hahahahahaha :)
...aliens. Not other reason to have a blue book other than aliens (crash) landing on earth, especially if she if from New Mexico.
I'm here for the Frontier.
Was genuinely surprised they included the Ridgeline but not the Frontier. KBB does fluff reviews anyway. You can't review and compare 5 vehicles in 12 minutes.
@Will M i had a 2006 SE with a 6sp and 4x4 that i pulled cars with. It's such a great truck and despite the age, it's got the true feeling of a truck that i enjoy...(which is "antiquated") lol
I'm here for the second oldest pickup
@@OMGWTFLOLSMH im sure it took them a whole day .atleast
The engine on the frontier has been updated for 2020. It is now the most powerful midsized truck with 310 hp.
As a current owner of my second Colorado, I honestly agree with everything you reported! My first was a 2016 Ext Cab Z71,4x4,V6, that we owned for the wife to commute with and for both of us to use towing our 22’ 4,000 lbs Travel Trailer with ease. For three years and over 80,000 trouble free miles. But after we both retired and needed only one vehicle, we traded for a new Crew Cab in 2019, this time only a W/T 4x4, V6, that’s actually loaded, but only with what we need an use now in sunny Florida. That means no heated seats and a few other items. But we still have OnStar 4 G LTE WIFI, 7” Touch Screen, all towing equipment including trailer brake controller, auto locking rear differential, nice 16” Alloy Wheels, tinted windows, bright trim and body colored bumpers and door handles and mirrors. Along with Cruise Control. Plus I was able to get the dealer to install a 2” Longer Travel Coilover front with matching rear Fox Shocks with Firestone Air Bags, for off road and towing, along with all the AEV Boron Skid Plates made for the ZR 2 Bison. Together with 32” Goodyear DuraTrax tires! All together with a 84 month 100,000 Bumper to Bumper Warranty, for the on the road price of a very reasonable 35K!!
Deal!
Im just here to simp for the Tacoma
I wouldn't get a ridgeliner cause Honda makes crap trucks. Stick with Toyota reliability. Get a base tacoma sr with the lowest specs for 27k. Get the 3.5 v6+4wd if you need offroad. Everything else is crap manufacturer or a marketing gimmick
2019 ridgeline owner love it awesome everyday truck with the 9 speed transmission great small truck for a family hauler and towing a 20 foot fishing boat
They're fugly though
I wouldn't get a ridgeliner cause Honda makes crap trucks. Stick with Toyota reliability. Get a base tacoma sr with the lowest specs for 27k. Get the 3.5 v6+4wd if you need offroad. Everything else is crap manufacturer or a marketing gimmick
Everyone is like where’s the frontier....... GMC Canyon crying in the corner
GMC Canyon is actually the Same of the Chevy Colorado
At least the Frontier isn't a twin of another one that was reviewed.
@@RedWingsninetyone Look at Suzuki Equator
@@FerFel5 that was only available in the US until 2012.
@@FerFel5 yeah other than cosmetics and body trim ect... although I don't think they offered the base model 4cyl.
Strange, after driving the Ridgeline on a trip I had to have one. So, I traded my Tacoma in and have never regretted the move.
Enjoy your 5k towing capacity limit
@@aknadiri2520 the truck is absolutely the most versatile truck I have ever driven, which by the way is what I do with it EVERY day. If towing was my concern I would have looked at tractors…
Just bought a 17 tacoma sport double cab V6 4x4, and love it! It's a big truck in a midsize body, nice power and awesome looks.
How’s your truck holding up? Looking at something similar
Where's the Frontier? The only one I would consider here, for my purposes, is the Ridgeline. Best and quietest ride, full time AWD, magic seat, locking waterproof trunk and dual tailgate. I don't need to tow anything and the box would get used for hauling yard waste, furniture, kayaks, etc. I don't need some macho-man, balls out poor riding work truck.
My Tacoma is only 14 years old now. I'll probably be looking for something new in about 10 years!
How many frames will you go through?
Leonard Rice Just one! I live on a tropical island so my truck will never see snow or salt on the roads. I’m just guessing that’s an issue in other parts of the world. It’s quite common to see 20+ year old Tacoma’s here! Very rare to see any other brands that old!
Leonard Rice that shits old bro! get a new joke. Toyota gave everyone a new frame anyways. Can’t say the same customer service or quality from the American brands that you support
Where I live its quite common to see 20+ year old Chevy, he'll there are even Chevy pickups from the 70s and 80s still running around. I have a 2000 Chevy 2500 pickup that is still in good running condition.
A guy down the street had 400,xxx miles on his Tacoma
The more civilized Honda Ridgeline, is the top dog from a daily driving perspective. And it comes with a volume knob nowadays. Oh yeah, what happened to the venerable Nissan Frontier.? Still a contender in my book.
I wouldn't get a ridgeliner cause Honda makes crap trucks. Stick with Toyota reliability. Get a base tacoma sr with the lowest specs for 27k. Get the 3.5 v6+4wd if you need offroad. Everything else is crap manufacturer or a marketing gimmick
Nice review, thank you. I was wanting a Ranger or Colorado. Was able to get the Colorado for the best price and am super happy with it.
Dean Ainsworth I’m looking to get into one also. Just curious what price and model were yours at?
Dean Ainsworth They are unreliable.
I bought one also after driving Toyota for 15 years. Loving my Colorado
Dean Ainsworth Just give it a couple years.
Congrats
ridgeline - best daily
frontier - best value
I'm still waiting for 2021 frontier to surprise me .....I hope it's gonna be good.
The 2020 frontier engine has been updated to make it the most powerful midsized truck
The 2021 Frontier is the same body style as the 2020 model. The 2022 PRO-4X model looks like a baby Titan and it’s bad ass! Go for the Baja Storm color.
Any update?
I love my Ridgeline. I haul my motorcycle to track in the bed no probs, and as I live in a small urban environment, it’s great. And I drove all these trucks. The Honda drove the best by far
My Ridgeline 2019, saved my life, was hit head on by Hyndai Elantra, combined energy of 60 mph, spun the Elantra around, front, side airbags deployed, total loss, engine broke motor mount and moved up and back 8 inches in the uni-body. If I was in any other vehicle I would be in the hospital or dead. The only damage was ear sensitivity due to the 150 DB side air bag in my left ear. If the truck had a frame, it would have been much much worse. Something to think about if you ever are in a severe crash. Replacing it with another one. I didn't even have a stiff neck the next day.
Glad you survived, total stranger!
That’s how crumple zones work, you end up with the engine in your lap! I’m hoping my body on frame truck is just high enough on the front end to have the front main cross member ride up on top of the other vehicles front end in a collision.
I was t-bone by a drunk in my 2019 Ridgeline line. Out of all the accidents I had, it held up the best.
and that is why it is the only truck in history, in any size class, to receive an IIHS top safety pick.
Payload on the ridgeline is actually 1583 lbs
Good variety here for everyones' needs. Personally prefer the Ridgeline for daily commuting and the occasional time when the bed is useful. Exactly what it was designed for, not a daily work truck.like Chevy, Ford, and Toyota.
I agree. Unfortunately the Ridgeline in the truck community is like a moped in the motorcycle community.
@@Shane101A lol a moped that can outrun and outmaneuver while it drives smooth, gets awesome mpg, and roomy interior.
Squid Usn Its sucks as an SUV and as a truck.
@@squidusn71 Lol. Again I personally think the Ridgeline is awesome. It just has a stigma around it like a moped that leads people to not buy it.
@@melrose9252 it does sucks less gas lol.
The towing and payload for the Ridgeline is plenty good for 99.9% of people in this mid-sized pickup. It's very rare that you want to tow something heaver that 5000 lbs or need to put more than 1500 lbs in the bed or on the hitch. People that want to tow that much are going with a full-sized pickup.
The truth is spoken! Also, the only mid-size with a bed wide enough to haul 4x8 material.
Yeah, the editors are pickup snobs. Shopping for a Ridgeline as I write this. It is all the pickup I need and has features none of the others can provide.
Ive drove all of them. Ridgeline wins by a landslide. The cab is the most roomy, the handling is in a different league, the bed is the best and can haul 4x8 sheet materials. I trust it’s long term Honda reliability will be the best in the class. Colorado was really nice as well and I think looks the coolest. Tacoma and Ranger cabs are too compact and claustrophobic, I couldn’t wait to get out. I wanted to love the Gladiator but something about the rear wheel placement
just doesn’t look right and didn’t like the handling. The new 2022 Frontier looks really promising!
I have an 06 Ridgeline and it’s prolly the all around best truck I’ve ever had besides my duramax it’s comfy gets good mileage never gives me any problems most reliable vehicle I’ve ever owned also its sad to see that they’re still using same exact motor in the 2020 as in mine (which is the first year 06) they really need to throw a turbo on it or maybe develop a v8 or bigger v6 but I definitely recommend the Ridgeline, and for anybody that claims it’s “not a real truck” if you get a chance drive one you’ll be surprised my buddy has a 2015 Tacoma and prefers my Ridgeline after driving it after he shit talked it for a solid year 😂
Ridgeline doesn't have good resale? Lol wtf it has great resale
And the old ones are all over the road. That and Tacos. Can't kill them.
No one wants a Honda truck that’s why
Research for ridgeline resale lol, it almost near Tacoma, today is 4/12/2021, 2017 ridgeline Rtl-E with 49k miles go for $34.9k at CarMax
@@deshawn2877 who ever buys a ridgeline... they just like it in the ass no questions asked
This review is lousy.
Ridgeline is super underrated, it is probably the most reliable out of all the trucks shown.
It's the most practical for daily driving and trips. It's not a serious off road or work truck. It's good for convenience. I use mine for hauling furniture and my motorcycle.
it can tow a bicycle at least, maybe 2
@@z135210 or a 20 foot camper (4100 lbs fully loaded), or a 23 foot boat (3700 lbs for an aluminum hull with a 140hp inboard motor), or 2-3 utvs, or 4 snowmobiles, or for shits and giggles as your comment is asinine, a full grown hippopotamus (3800 lbs). It may surprise people like you, but you don't need the towing capacity of a half ton truck to haul your polaris razer or a john deere lawn mower.
@@jg8263 lol u mad?
I own a new Chevrolet Colorado and absolutely love it. I test drove most of the others but as far as looks and the way it drives and handles, the Colorado won me over
Is it reliable tho
@@erino.6432 so far I've had it a year and put 15k on it with zero issues. Its still early tho so we will see
How’s your colorados holding up?
And you will regret when it starts to break down around 80k miles.
I had a 2017 2wd Toyota Tacoma 4 cyd engine Mine was a SR. The problem was the lousy transmission. My truck would change gears way too much.even on flat roads. I just traded mine off for a 2019 Ford Ranger XLT . What an improvement. I love the engine, the 10 speed transmission is great. I never feel it change, To me the ride is great. I have the top 4x4 off road package.
I have had trucks all of my life. I started with a Dakota 1991 then a 1995, then the last model 2011 Dakota Bighorn. That was a great truck! Now I am a Ford Guy! and love it.
When I got my first Xl Model ranger I looked at the Chevy. It looked cheap, it sat lower, it could not outrun the Ranger, so I stayed with Ford
should have gotten the 6 cyl taco. have fun with that junk ecoboost!
That 2.3 is pretty good for an inline 4
@@nbaldo003, the Ford EcoBoost has been around for almost ten years. Before a lot of others. I'd say they have proven themselves by this point.
Gm makes better engines than Toyota been proven over and over again
While we're at it, it's time for Toyota to finally update the 4runner.
R 2023 🤦♂️
I've said it once and I'll say it again (so that you can hopefully understand) They can't fully redesign it because it'll affect the reliability, period!
They update it, in 2020, but all they changed is the grille.
@@brianlee5649 how would an upgrade in the interior affect the reliability
Get rid of the fake hood scoops! Fix the back seating, leg/head room issues. Give me a fully aspirated six cylinder with a 6-speed transmission, and it's good. I don't care about the dampened tailgate. It can't be that hard to address the real issues on the Taco (like the hood scoop). LOL
These opinions are almost 100% about the here and now. In the real world...after 50000kms or miles....how do they feel? I bet Chevy drops a few spots. No one can touch the general reliability and durability of the Japanese. Domestics continue to struggle in that area...and to many that’s a deal breaker.
If all you're concerned about is reliability then fine. But the Japanese trucks are outclassed in just about every other category by the Colorado.
EdMiF When you have computers, transmissions, and engines failing before 50,000 miles that’s a serious deal breaker bud. Not all of us have time to be in the shop and sit on youtube all day. japanese is the way to go. What goods all that tech when it breaks on you constantly?
Domestics have the bells and whistles crammed into every make and model....but they only work while knew. Imports stick with more simple but highly reliable technology. Who wants tech if it doesn’t last. Domestics love repairing and replacing more than customer happiness.
@@EdMiF I can't believe you actually typed that response. Reliability is "kinda" important when you are going to drop 30-40 k on a pickup. Read "The Reckoning" ......it's a great book about the auto industry and the mindset of Japanese vs Detroit during the mid to late 1900's. You sound just like the some the characters from Michigan mentioned in the book and that's precisely why the Japanese auto makers started kicking our ass.
@@EdMiF yeah right
How did you judge the resale value of the Gladiator? It hasn't been out 2 years to be able to factually say that it would drop? It's too new to acurately project resale value. How many Gladiators have been resold?
I've driven tons of Rangers and Tacomas (I work at a Ford dealership, lots of Tacomas traded in). I haven't driven the Gladiator but I've driven the new Wranglers, I have driven a couple of Frontiers, haven't driven a new gen Ridgline yet... in 2018 I bought a Colorado Z71 extended cab and for me it's perfect.
Strong engine, decent fuel economy, good off-road chops (I took off the front spoiler and added more skid plates), perfectly laid out interior, good looks, and excellent driving manners, and the fixed corner bumper steps to get in the bed are genius. I drive it to work every day and I've also taken it off-road, I've towed with it, and I lug around a bunch of equipment in the bed on the weekends.
Agree completely about the Ridgeline. I know they're saving money by re-using the Pilot front end, but they really messed up by not making it look as tough as it is.
Great comparison. Felt fair on your summary of each vehicle. Nice work. Hard to decide between Ranger, Colorado and Tacoma. I totally agree on the Ridgeline and Gladiator.
You forgot to say the Honda trunk is a cooler with a drain plug.
I bought a 2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD off road, it's very nice! I am 6', but with the sunroof option it is definitely not tall inside, however I fit perfectly. It's tight, but I got used to it quickly and enjoy close with the truck. I'm still living in california, so a larger truck just wasn't an option yet. As much as I love the Jeep truck, I'm very happy I went with the Taco! Now to go hit the trails...soon as I save another 4k for long travel lol
The need for the vehicle outweighs the wants...happy trails...you made a perfect decision.
Tell me where I can get long travel for 4K lol
The tacoma has all these old school features and designs such as the handbrake, older infotainment system, and until recently manual seat adjustments because, like the tacoma, they're reliable and simply just don't break and thats what the people who buy tacomas want. Simple and reliable
True they last longer
Wrong, people who buy Tacomas want to be thought of as intelligent and nothing more. When you buy a vehicle it says a lot about how you want to be viewed and how you think of yourself. I've found that most Tacoma guys are passive aggressive nerd types who work in IT but want to believe they are also "rugged individuals" outside of their crappy IT job. They also want people to think they make rational and high IQ decisions. So they buy Toyota. The reality is that Toyota may have invented factory processes that increased reliability substantially but they did that almost 50 years ago at this point and the rest of the industry has caught up. The ongoing myth of Toyota reliability is well earned but at this point it's just a myth. Every other major manufacturer has adopted what Toyota invented. It's time to stop living in the past. Toyota definitely invented reliability but they no longer own it. It's a myth at this point.
Colorado will also be the first one in the salvage yard being parted out. Lol
Lol no it won’t. The Colorado has a great reliability history
@@tylermarlett4969 no it doesnt, Im a technician at a chevy dealer. Colorados are garbage. Lol
@@jibrilsarabi2908
I'm considering a 2021 Colorado LT. Should I avoid it?
I have a 2021 ZL1 Colorado that I really love. It checks all the boxes for me.
This is not an fair review. Edmunds rated the Ridgeline the top of it's class. Also, this review mentioned that the Tacoma didn't have much leg room, but didn't mention that the Tacoma is one of the most reliable vehicles on the road and holds it's resale value like nothing else. Also, this review didn't mention that the Ridgeline has lots of back seat leg room and offers the most comfortable ride in it's class. If you're going to review pickups, do it properly and fairly. I give this review a 2 out of 10. Poor score compared to other reviews.
All they need to do is square up the frontend on the Ridgeline a bit and they would be the best selling truck on the market.
I have one, it drives great, runs great and it's quiet. But I can understand how it might be too alien looking for the mainstream north american market.
thoughts on the 2021 looks?
@@stealth7032 I think it looks great. I have one ordered. Should be getting it next month.
wish they would come here and do their price checks. The only one I could find in Oregon fully decked out that was under 40 grand was the Ridgeine, and at 39995 it isn't much less
How do we know resale value of a 3 + year old gladiator??? Its only been available as a 2020. And jeep hasnt made a pickup since like 94.
It went on sale in 2018, but I agree. The Wrangler is one of the top vehicles for resale value. I see no reason the Gladiator won't follow suit.
Traded my 2013 Taco for a 2020 Taco. LOVE TACOMAS GREAT TRUCKS - reliable as Fuc!
I'll never understand people getting butthurt because Honda brought a Swiss army knife to a knife fight.
honda is best in this group
Extra rear storage for your tampons
@@dirtydesmond203 A snowflake who thinks his vehicle speaks anything about his masculinity. You hate to see it. Sad!
I wouldn't get a ridgeliner cause Honda makes crap trucks. Stick with Toyota reliability. Get a base tacoma sr with the lowest specs for 27k. Get the 3.5 v6+4wd if you need offroad. Everything else is crap manufacturer or a marketing gimmick
Mmh, I thought the Ridgeline's payload capacity was just under 1600 lbs, if equipped to tow 5000 lbs.
I noticed you didn't highlight the Tacoma's payload capacity. It's not that great and depending on the source, sometimes worse than Ridgeline.
Just saying.
Honda is 1580 lbs payload to be exact, with the only bed in class that can actually haul 4x8 material flat between the wheels, and the largest cubic foot capacity as well (64" long, 60" wide). As you said 5000lb towing capacity (on all of them now, the 2017-2018 FWD trim models that are no longer offered only did 3500, which is still more than the 3000lbs of a base model tacoma). The only mid-sized truck that has better payload than the Honda is the Ranger. Then next best is a full 300 lbs less than the Honda.
I really wanted a Colorado, but for me it was more truck I needed for my daily life. I went with the Ridgeline, and love how comfortable it is to live with.
Michael Espinoza it’s a truck
@@KennyboyGM you misunderstand how im seeing my choice. For me it's no different than choosing between a 2dr, 4dr, or hatch.
Those are all cars too, and just depends on how much/ little car you want.
Lmfao! “ And a Volume Button, Ridgeline.” 😎😂
There’s volume controls on the steering wheel. Smh...
I have never seen a gladiator doing truck things. Just a suburban cruiser around me
Are y’all doing full size? Toyota, GM- Chevy- GMC, Ram, Nissan, Ford.
Wait a minute KBB, you selected the Colorado ZR2 which is the top of the trim level and the most capable and cost $41K and you claim it has the lowest starting price!!!??. Yes You are dizzy !!!!. The Colorado you tested is NOT in the same category as the Ranger SPORT you tested which in turn is NOT the Toyota TRD PRO that you have tested!!!!. You have compared apples to tomatos to cucumbers...
Calm down, they can only go off of what they were sent. Chevy decided to send they're top of the line zr2, while everyone else just sent a truck over. On top of that, they mentioned it was the most customizable truck. While also boasting best mpg with BiC towing. That's three categories that it exceeds at, on top of the fact that it has a decently low starting price. Sure that price doesn't affect the zr2 in anyway but it contributed to its overall score. I'm pretty sure they took into account the starting price of the other trucks. The Colorado's customizable nature allows it to be more appealing than the other trucks as well.
Good call. I bought a top trim Honda Ridgeline RTL-E as shown here for 35k NEW 6 months ago. No it will not rock crawl but other than that ............????
Pretty positive that was the first thing she mentioned when the showed it
Ummm where’s the Nissan Frontier?
Probably still in the early 2000 when it was designed 🤣
But really there's already tones of videos on the frontier and nothing about it is in any way new except the year they sell it in.
Bryson Wiley Nissan probably doesn’t offer those in there press fleet anymore and I’m sure they couldn’t find anyone who bought one recently to borrow it
@@richardmahoney9415 LMAO! The frontier outsold the Canyon, Ranger, and Ridgeline in 2018.. Wouldn't be so confident no one has bought any lol. While it is dated, it's still very comparable to the rest even without major changes. www.businessinsider.com/best-selling-pickup-trucks-in-us-in-2018-2018-8 See for yourself..
I'll give you one thing, its probably more reliable than the rest tested here if you have a manual transmission.
@@marksalinger1888 Even with an automatic transmission, they're more reliable than the rest here. The 2005-10 models had issues with the auto trans coolers, but 2011+ they're rock solid with the 5-speed auto. I know a guy with a 2007, who's never bothered to replace his radiator to the updated version, and still has 400,000km on original everything except alternator, batteries, brakes.
Only Ford Ranger for me - Ford knows trucks and has always done them the best! Also - best looking! Most dependable and love it!
the 4cyl ecoboost turbo is a nightmare
Lol
I life in south Africa and our ranger is at the top with a 2.0 500nm engine
I don't tow. I don't off road. So, I'll take the "el camino", Honda Ridgeline.
Right, Freddie V, a lot of people feel this way.
Why is the ridgeline always cut out from the full review..this was just another ( i only like this specific truck)...
See the SUV segment reviews, you might find it there..
Nothing mentioned about GM quality being terrible for the last decade. Maybe that’s why they sent the high-end model with all the options.
I was between both the Colorado and the Ranger . I went with ranger and I love it . I always get tons of compliments and I’m super happy I went with Ford .
The 2021 Honda Ridgeline now has a volume knob.
Now if they can only have a surround-view camera system (or at least a front-camera system) before I buy one, or my money is going to the Toyota Tacoma (which will suck, because two of my neighbors has the same truck in the same color I want).
My '86 B2000 just won't die, I might need another truck in 20 more years.
As a Colorado Owner, you picked the right truck!
Were you smart and did you get a lease? Or are you trading/selling in three years before it starts to fall apart? GM products look good initially, but as someone that's owned old GM vehicles (family had a couple dealerships) and as someone that bought a LOT of trucks (our farm would buy around 4-6 new trucks each year for the fleet) we've tried Chevy, Dodge, Ford, and Toyota... we only buy Ford and Toyota now. Dodge, Jeep and Chevy products are basically worth whatever tires you have on them. Absolute junk after a couple years. We don't even return the Chevy dealer's calls.
One question is why not get the best trim of all the trucks and compare that or the lowest trim? Or better yet get volunteers like one group of labor workers, one group of office workers and have them compare what suits them best.
I just weighed my options between the Tacoma, Colorado and Ranger. Toyota outpriced themselves and I had much more competitive offers from Ford and Chevy. I was all set to get a Colorado by they sold the only LT they had left and couldn’t get me an answer in time as to whether or not they’d be able to get one from another dealership. It was a lot cheaper than the Ranger, but after a week(and yes I know, only a week), I love this truck and got it at 0% interest. Plan I’m having this be my weekend housework truck and my weekday regular driving vehicle. Gonna try and milk it for 6 years or so and then see what Ford is doing with the Bronco 👀
I’m trading my Chevy truck in for a Honda Ridgeline.
Craig Hatch I test drove the 2018 Colorado in 4x4 extended cab design, while also looking at the Ridgeline .
My 50lb dog didn’t even have room to turn around in the Chevy’s back seat.
I went with the Honda because the AWD system is superior, the bed is effectively already lined and the tow package is standard.
The only thing the Chevy had going for it was a more well sorted transmission. The Honda’s is smooth but it’s not crisp.
FYI , for 2020 Honda put in a push button , 9 speed transmission that is not any better than the previous 6 speed, with the console shifter, in the 2017-2019 trucks.
Just so you know.
Hammerdak the only bad thing is they up the price over three thousand dollars for the 2020 models, so I’ve located some left over 2019’s. Everyone that I know that have Ridgelines just love them.
I own a ridgeline and I love it to death. Im not a huge off road person but I have driven my ridgeline to the beach on several occasions and taken it to a local mud pit/ off roading area. But 90 percent of the time I'm commuting and theres nothing more comfortable to drive on long road trips, also my labradoodle loves the back seat
Craig Hatch ...you will love yours too.
I’ve driven nothing but small and mid-sized truck’s for 38 years. Prior to getting my 2018 RL I had a 2009 RL.
It was still going strong as the day I got it but sold it to a buddy who smashed his 2007 and wanted another one like it.
This one rides smoother, is much quieter on the highway and gets significantly better mileage. Not to mention the updated safety tech and cruise control features.
@win2008workstation Agreed on towing. If you are regularly going to be towing at or above that 5000lbs you should really be looking at a full size. A Ranger or Gladiator can tow above that but those little trucks tea?ly start to get pushed around at those weights.
Nissan Frontier should have been included in this discussion because of its long history of reliabilty and affordability. It is a simple truck that works, without the fancy gadgets. I have a Frontier Pro4x and will take it before ANY of these trucks in this group.
I worked at Nissan And I disagree with this statement. Cheapest materials possible especially on the interiors. They try to push image over quality. Two thumbs down
Disappointed with the rear legroom in this segment minus Ridgeline.
Why you do the Ridgeline like that, it’s one of the best mid sized trucks on the mark it. You left out so many pros to that truck, like the 5000 towing Capability, the sound system built into the bed, and the insane storage space, but you talked about the other trucks like they were you first born baby. Please don’t let your outside biases control your reviews, I know it doesn’t look like a truck, with the capabilities of the Ridgeline or insane. The moral of the story is the Ridgeline is the truck that most people need, but because of how it looks less people opt out to get something that looks a little bit more fancy. So to open your review by saying that the truck didn’t even make the list without even talking about the capabilities seems a little unfair. Specially when it has features and most of the other trucks haven’t even implemented yet.
I test drove the Colorado, and I really liked it. But GM has just destroyed any confidence I used to have in their ability to make a quality vehicle. It's a shame... I'd really like to buy it I just don't see it going 150k miles without major repairs. I'd get the Honda if I didn't hunt and fish, I'd get the Frontier in a manual (if they still made one), and I'd end up buying the Taco because it'll Taco for 20 years and 300k miles. Does the Gladiator come with a 30 year mortgage?
I got my Colorado 2wd crew cab LT with the convince and tow package brand new for under 25k before tax and license. I am more than happy with my truck.
It’s interesting that the comment about the Colorado being the top of the line off-roader was not repeated about the Toyota.
Had a Chevy Colorado Z71 Diesel for the last 2 years. It has been used in all areas, general driving, hauling stuff of weight like 2 big block Ford engines to a customer to put into his boat, a drive with an engine from So Cal to Florida, then returning with another engine in the back and towing a 1965 Mustang home on a trailer, it has not let me down! So far I really like this truck. My only real critique is the sound system. It had the stock system with all of the features, but the speakers totally stink! Be sure you get the Bose option. I also did put an aftermarket differential cover on it to add some capacity to the rear end lube. Note, when I drained the factory lube it was really cruddy stuff. I replaced it with Redline 75W/90 and it is smoother and well, I feel better about it. Lastly, the front end was way out of kilter. After the first year I asked the dealer to fix it and they wouldn't, so I put it on my friends super duper 4 wheel alignment machine; nothing was right. Glad I did that before that trip from So Cal to Florida and back!
I wanted the Ford Ranger and was hoping they would put the diesel in it that the offer in Australia. I rented one in Australia and was very.... very impressed. But sadly, they only offer the 2.3 with the hair dryer.
Great comparison video! Very detailed and to the point, but I do have to respectfully disagree with her final choice of the Colorado. From a power perspective it’s definitely one of the best, but reliability wise it’s nothing compared to the Ridgeline or the Tacoma. Hate on me if you want but General Motors quality control has dropped dramatically over the years, and I wouldn’t be surprised if the transmission goes out in just 30k miles. I personally would never lay a finger on a GM product but good luck to those who have made that choice and hope for a dependable vehicle.
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"Do I even exist"- Nissan Frontier
Alright guys, I'm a new female driver and I'm considering getting a truck. I don't need it for much towing, just moving some materials around and the like. I love going out for backroad drives, but nothing crazy. I'm not going to be flying through the muddy trails or anything. And I live about 30km away from work in the country. What should I be looking at in a truck and which do you recommend?
What happened to the nissan frontier also a great truck
Why not the nine speed Ridgeline though
Wow. This bordered on incompetence. The Colorado is one of the least reliable vehicles built. It's been on countless do not buy lists. And the Ridgeline has one of the highest resale values in the industry. I believe the only pickup that tops it is the Tacoma.
Agreed, Rud45. I was surprised they didn't even mention reliability in this review. If that had been part of the comparison, no way in hell the Chevy would be recommended. Those things and the GMC Canyon twin are perennial inclusions at the bottom of reliability lists. The Gladiator will likely be on those lists as well once the miles start piling up on that FCA platform.
It's hard for them to rate reliability on brand new vehicles. That being said, my dad loves his 2015 Colorado and hasn't had many issues. But me, on the other hand, I just traded in my 2008 Canyon for a 2017 Tacoma. Yes, different models (pre and post update that is), but all GM.
The transmission issues have allegedly been fixed with the 2020 Colorado. Aside from that, I don’t know of any other major common issues with the current generation of Colorado
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Actually, not all Tacomas have sliding rear windows. If you get the most base model you can, it will only have the front 2 seats and a solid rear window
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The colorado might have a great ride, decent power, and great features, but it is EXTREMLY UNRELIABLE, i had a 2015, at 32,000 miles needed a transmission rebuild, 4,000 miles later a new starter motor and after that it would run on 3 cylinders every now and then, so i bought a 2016 tacoma, has 133,000 miles and no issues yet
1 honda 2 toyota 3 ford for sure
Although I do like the Ranger a turbo engine usually results in a short engine life and that’s a shame
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Ridgeline isn't a truck...unless you compare it to trucks from 15-20 years ago. It has more payload, towing and hp then my 2000 v6 dakota does. And the boxed frame with unibody is way stiffer than the dakota frame.
Good review overall, unfortunately it didn't help my choice at all. Mostly just told me that I should shop all of them for the features I want and buy which ever is lowest priced. Seems like there's a lot of fanboys in this segment but I'm pretty impressed with what all of the companies have to offer. I also love that resale values of this segment seems to be strong overall
I went through this recently. Hopefully my thought process helps you, if you care to read it.
It truly depends what you are looking for. I have looked pretty hard at the truck segment since about 2014. I was dead set on the F150 but ended up going with the Tacoma because I didn't need anything as big as the F150.
I had a Canyon and was having some trust issues with GM and reliability which ultimately turned me off toward the current Colorado/Canyon models. That being said my father has a 2015 Colorado and loves it.
I felt Ford was half-assing their return with the Ranger and I ultimately just didn't like it. The rest of the world has had the same Ranger (different engine and some minor cosmetic changes) since roughly 2011 and they called it "all new." Not to mention you need to take the driver's side front tire off to get to the oil filter; which is fine if you are also rotating your tires then too.
My father in law has the 2008 Frontier which is the same as the current one (prior to 2020 anyway because they changed engines this year and will change the body in 2021). He likes the truck, but I'm not super impressed. However, like Toyota, they've made it so long that it is very reliable.
The Gladiator is still unproven and FCA has a lot of questionable reliability over the years. Price aside, ultimately it didn't fit what I was looking for.
I just flat out didn't even consider the Ridgeline. The only thing about that truck that appealed to me was the under-bed storage.
The Tacoma checked nearly every box I had from the F150 at a lower price with likely higher resale value and proven reliability. The only things it didn't have was the same amount of space (which was expected) and it wasn't made of aluminum. Given that I live in the rust belt, that was a major selling point for the F150 for me. But I was also able to get the TRD Off Road trim at a very reasonable price, especially if you consider the other trims (minus TRD Pro) aren't priced that much differently. Toyota is never cutting edge in technology and features, but that's also why they're so reliable.
Given that I grew up a GM person, it took a lot for me to admit Ford and Toyota had better products. I hope this helps you a bit.
Which is the smallest?
I want a long lasting small truck. I’m going towards Nissan Frontier but the new engine is gonna come out soon. Anyone think it will be just as reliable as the current engine? I like the horsepower and torque in that new engine
Heard the frontier will have a new V6 with about 90% new engine parts.
Wait about 2 years to hear if there's any problems with it.
I’d wait until the next redesign, never buy an all new product the first year. Just a tip
Are you serious?
The new engine makes it the most powerful midsized truck. However that doesn't speak to the reliability.
The only truck to put a 4*8 sheet in the bed.. the ridgeline
Jeremy Hewitt That’s about all it can do.
True it doesn't unnecessarily pump up your ego, and most people who own a truck in this segment would be better off with a car with a trailer hitch or an SUV with one. This segment of truck is largely unnecessary but utility and everyday usability has simple convienvce - people's pragmatic opinion like this blue book piece is like watching a piece about SUVs saying they all suck because they aren't cars in the promotion thereof... despite reasons they may be practical or desired. But if one wanted to feel super duper buy the gladiator because it is easily the coolest truck in the segment, and kicks but in features in features no one uses like rock crawling and such (well shouldn't say no one, but a limited few to give you the idea of coolness that makes you like the pros that do).
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@@melrose9252 As someone that been in construction for 28 yrs and seen every pickup imaginable worked to it limit, you are incorrect.
The other trucks rate them at their utter max that they're capable of. The Ridgeline is very much underrated in it's specs.
@@Resistculturaldecline Well said Kevin! I have driven and owned different trucks (Tacoma, Dodge, Nissan) . I now own a Ridgeline. It hauls my boat, holds my ATV and has plenty of room for my two boys, the dog, and all the (censored) hockey gear. Yes, my "big truck" friends make fun of it almost weekly, but it fits in my garage, NEVER gets stuck in the snow and is safe to boot. It's a niche truck. Plus, who spends 50,000 dollars to go mudding or rock climbing? I"ll buy a used atv for a couple of grand and beat the crap out of that...
@@jamesmuro9286 Isn't it amazing and a bit disappointing how many grown men determine a trucks abilities by what it looks like?
They're every bit the vanity, emotional shopper as their wives.
Where's the most affordable and the one that a guy put 1,000,000 miles on 5sp of course..... Nissan Frontier, I'm not a fan boy but why wasn't it used. And they did a redesign for 2021
Liked the video but disagree on the conclusion. at this price point you might as well move up to full size. People buy mid size trucks today because they think there cheaper and smaller than full size. my 04 silverado is shorter and only a few inches wider than today's Colorado . Get the ducktape out but If i had to pick a winner it would be the honda . It serves this segment the best imo.
I own a 17 Ridgeline, and it has even impressed my father who only buys 3/4 tons. My only complaint about the Ridgeline is it's width. It is 78.6" wide, for comparison an F150 is 79.9", so it is still a bit of a squeeze to get into small parking spots and still be able to open the doors, just like a full size truck. That said, it makes for a wonderfully roomy interior.
If you’re going to compare vehicles fairly then quoting the Ridgeline’s base price , with 4doors, AWD, dent resistant bed and standard tow package to the other truck’s base prices is unfair. The other trucks base prices are for 2wd, 4 cyl, two door , bare bed variants.
While I’m at it....why does every decent car review show skidpad , braking and slalom test results but you never see trucks compared that way.
I’ll bet the average truck’s tendency to fish-tail , due to an empty bed, would make for some very useful data when considering which one is safest during emergency lane changes.
ridgeline would win all those tests easily
Chris B ...thanks for the reply.
I only brought it up because I’ve owned most of the others and there were handling and braking compromises in all of them. Before buying both my Ridgelines I gave the competitors a chance. I just wasn’t willing to give up the way the truck drove just to pretend I was “ in a real truck.”
That’s like marrying an ugly girl to prove to your friends that your not superficial.
It’s a hell of a decision to have to live with.
Frontier is ignored once again. I understand it hasn't changed since 2005, but come on..... There is a 2007 Nissan Frontier with OVER A MILLION MILES on original engine AND transmission. That earns at least some respect
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Frontier was ignored because Nissan refused to give KBB a loaner truck for the comparison...
That’s really funny actually, MotorTrend just did a midsize SUV comparison and Nissan wouldn’t give them a Pathfinder either
Y’all left the best midsize out FRONTIER
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All the trucks end up being so close in price to a full size truck that it makes it hard to justify buying one of these.
It is ridiculous that a midsize truck cost so much. $30,000+ is way too much. Why would anyone pay that much for a midsize truck when you can get a fullsize truck for the same price?! I bought a brand new Toyota Tundra Crewmax for $31,500.
Mike Panklang I was in the same boat as you. Taco vs Tundra. I chose the taco for 2 main reasons:
1: i dont tow much but need the bed
2: the taco gets a hell of a lot better gas mileage. been averaging 21-22mpg every tank. the tundras mileage is abysmal. 16-18 average?
For someone like myself that drives a lot it made sense. If the tundra had better mileage it would have won my heart hands down.
I had a 2015 GMC Canyon with the v6 crew cab long bed. Returned it after lease was up and got a 2017 Ram 1500 with a hemi. Both similarly priced. Everything about the canyon fit my needs perfectly except for the engine. I had to mash the throttle if I needed it to move, very annoying.Truck seemed too heavy for the v6. Very solid truck though. My ram 1500 now is great in the engine department but doesn’t have big infotainment screen and heated seats and creature comforts as canyon.But why I got the canyon was because it was “midsize”. Perfect for my 5’8” stature. I could reach everything easily, glove compartment, park easier and reach inside bed easier and even get into bed easier. That’s why people get midsize trucks.
Unless you don't want a full-size truck. The slightly smaller ones are a lot easier to drive around town and in parking lots for simple daily routines.
Gas mileage and available garage space are two reasons to go with a smaller truck.
Good comparison I’m choosing the Tacoma all day long
If you're over 6 foot or plan on towing often, don't pick the taco. lol
I just bought a Ranger after looking at the Gladiator & Chevy.
The Gladiator was way too expensive (Wranglers hold their value to a ridiculous level, though) & drove like a farm tractor
The Chevy didn’t offer Blind Side Monitoring at all. Something that I don’t NEED, but have a kid who is going to be driving the vehicle soon & I think that’s its an invaluable aid for inexperienced drivers
I am very happy with the Ranger so far, but I do wish that a larger bed was available
Wow. Micah fit in the underbed storage ..that's scary