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Best Full-Size Pickup Trucks

Car and Driver's rankings are arrived at from the results of our extensive instrumented testing of more than 400 vehicles each year and from our expert editors' subjective impressions gained in real-world driving. We've ranked the best full-size pickup trucks based on roughly 200 data points encompassing acceleration, handling, comfort, cargo space, fuel efficiency, value, and how enjoyable they are to drive. We take rankings seriously because we want you to know everything about the vehicles that you're interested in.

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Best Full-Size Pickup Trucks at a glance

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1

2025 Ram 1500

2

2024 Ram 1500 TRX

3

2024 Ford F-150

4

2024 Ford F-150 Raptor

5

2024 GMC Sierra 1500

6

2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

7

2024 Chevrolet Silverado ZR2

8

2024 Toyota Tundra Hybrid

9

2024 Toyota Tundra

10

2024 Nissan Titan

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2025 Ram 1500

10
/10
C/D RATING
2025 Ram 1500VIEW PHOTOS
Starting at
$42,270
EPA MPG
17–23 combined
C/D SAYS: Enhanced tech, fresh styling, and a twin-turbo inline-six are coming to the 2025 Ram 1500, which aims to maintain its dominant position among full-size trucks. Learn More
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2024 Ram 1500 TRX

10
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$98,335
EPA MPG
12 combined
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C/D SAYS: The 702-hp Ram 1500 TRX waves the checkered flag this year as the mighty off-roader goes extinct. Learn More
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2024 Ford F-150

9
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$38,765
EPA MPG
19–22 combined
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C/D SAYS: When you think “pickup truck” it's the Ford F-150 that likely comes to mind, and the 2024 model has evolved, with thoughtful tech and turbo engines. Learn More
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Starting at
$80,325
EPA MPG
16 combined
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C/D SAYS: Refreshed for 2024 with new looks and equipment, the high-performance Ford F-150 Raptor is NASCAR-meets-rally crazy. Learn More
5

2024 GMC Sierra 1500

8.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$38,345
EPA MPG
16–22 combined
C/D SAYS: The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 looks as sharp as a drywall knife, with enough powertrain and cab configurations to finish the rest of the house after the mud dries. Learn More
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Starting at
$37,445
EPA MPG
16–20 combined
C/D SAYS: For the work week that gets to 40 hours three days early, the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers the power and towing pull to get it all done. Learn More
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Starting at
$71,895
EPA MPG
21 combined
C/D SAYS: Sprinkled with off-road goodies, the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ZR2 is a good way to throw mud. Learn More
8
Starting at
$59,475
EPA MPG
N/A
C/D SAYS: Modern styling and updated infotainment are appealing, but the Tundra's hybrid powertrain suffers in the price-efficiency-capability paradigm. Learn More
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2024 Toyota Tundra

8
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$41,815
EPA MPG
19–20 combined
C/D SAYS: With a prodigious mug and twin-turbo V-6, the 2024 Tundra makes a solid run at the established players—with mixed results. Learn More
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2024 Nissan Titan

6.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$48,700
EPA MPG
16–17 combined
C/D SAYS: The end is near for the 2024 Nissan Titan full-size pickup that's offered a comfy cabin and a strong 400-hp V-8 powertrain. Learn More

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