Truck Rankings: Compact Pickup Trucks
Ranking of compact pickup trucks, generally priced $15,000 to $25,000. Toyota Tacoma, Nissan Frontier, Ford Ranger and more. Rankings based on an in-depth analysis by U.S. News editors of all published auto ratings, reviews and test drives.
- MSRP: $14,280 - $26,115
- Invoice: $13,233 - $23,670
- MPG: 23 (2007) City / 28 (2007) Hwy
#1
2008 Toyota Tacoma
The 2008 Toyota Tacoma combines the practicality of a truck with the interior comfort and safety of a car, earning it a place among the best in ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 9.0 |
| Performance: | 7.8 |
| Exterior: | 7.8 |
| Interior: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 9.3 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: $16,250 - $28,050
- Invoice: $15,418 - $25,991
- MPG: 22 (2007) City / 25 (2007) Hwy
#2
2008 Nissan Frontier
The 2008 Frontier receives a very good ranking for its great off-road and hauling capabilities, in addition to its ample power and attractive exterior. Still, it doesn't ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.9 |
| Performance: | 8.2 |
| Exterior: | 7.9 |
| Interior: | 7.2 |
| Safety: | 7.9 |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
- MSRP: $19,435 - $31,100
- Invoice: $17,897 - $28,359
- MPG: 16 City / 20 Hwy
#3
2008 Dodge Dakota
The redesigned Dakota impresses reviewers with its hefty towing capabilities and class-leading six-passenger capacity. Nevertheless, low-grade cabin materials and interior comfort woes detract from its overall appeal, ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.0 |
| Performance: | 7.5 |
| Exterior: | 7.6 |
| Interior: | 6.9 |
| Safety: | 9.2 |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- MSRP: $15,085 - $25,070
- Invoice: $14,255 - $23,440
- MPG: 18 City / 24 Hwy
#4
2008 GMC Canyon
The Canyon delivers good handling and a ruggedly attractive exterior, but places in the middle of its class because it can't match the power or interior accommodations ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 6.7 |
| Performance: | 7.2 |
| Exterior: | 7.3 |
| Interior: | 6.8 |
| Safety: | 9.0 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: $17,799 - $17,799
- Invoice: $16,820 - $16,820
- MPG: 18 City / 24 Hwy
#5
2008 Isuzu i-290
The 2008 Isuzu i-290 is a compact pickup truck. One engine is available, a 2.9-liter four-cylinder with 185 horsepower and 190 pound-feet of torque. A five-speed manual ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 6.5 |
| Performance: | 6.8 |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | 5.6 |
| Safety: | 8.1 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
- MSRP: $15,085 - $25,150
- Invoice: $14,255 - $23,515
- MPG: 18 City / 24 Hwy
#6
2008 Chevrolet Colorado
The 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has a good-looking exterior and reassuring crash test scores, but its performance is less-than-competitive, plus it lacks overwhelming interior comfort or overall refinement.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 6.2 |
| Performance: | 7.0 |
| Exterior: | 7.9 |
| Interior: | 5.9 |
| Safety: | 8.1 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
- MSRP: $14,220 - $23,965
- Invoice: $13,625 - $22,448
- MPG: 21 City / 26 Hwy
#6
2008 Ford Ranger
The Ranger offers a traditional rugged ride and good off-road capability on a budget, but ranks at the bottom of the compact pickup class because it can't ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 6.2 |
| Performance: | 5.7 |
| Exterior: | 6.8 |
| Interior: | 6.0 |
| Safety: | 7.6 |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
Unranked: Compact Pickup Trucks
Our rankings are based on analysis of third party reviews. Sometimes, we are unable to find enough reviews to publish a definitive ranking. Please check back later, as we are constantly updating our reviews.
2008 Mazda B-Series Truck
MSRP: $15,535 - $26,590 | Invoice: $14,720 - $24,329 | MPG: 21 City / 26 Hwy
