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While the Toyota Tacoma has been a mainstay in the midsize truck class for 25 years, the Ranger took an eight year hiatus, and is back for the 2020 model year. But is the new Ranger ready to stand up to such a giant in the truck segment? Let’s find out with a head-to-head comparison of these two trucks.
Beyond just the sheer muscle of a truck, the efficiency of it matters, too, which is why the Tacoma comes out on top in this match-up. Powering the Tacoma is one of two engines, either a 2.7-liter with 159 horsepower and 180 pound-feet of torque or a V6 with 278 horsepower and 265 pound feet for torque. With the Tacoma, you can choose between a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission for a customizable driving experience. Though the Ranger offers more torque with a turbocharged 2.3-liter with 270 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque, this extra power will cost you in fuel efficiency; the Tacoma also has a larger fuel tank in addition to the better fuel economy, so you’ll see the gas pump less than you would in a Ranger. Further, the Tacoma has a tighter turning radius, making sharp corners and turns easier.
Movin inside the cabins, you’ll find that the Toyota Tacoma is better equipped overall, offering more standard features than the Ford Ranger. The 2020 Tacoma comes standard with a 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay®, Amazon Alexa, and Android Auto while the Ranger does not. Additionally, the Toyota Tacoma has another valuable feature: complimentary maintenance for two years/25,000 miles. While a similar plan for the Ranger, it’s an add-on cost while this maintenance is automatically included for free with the Tacoma.
Both the 2020 Toyota Tacoma and the 2020 Ford Ranger come equipped with driver assistance suites that help keep you safer while you drive. In the 2020 Tacoma you’ll find:
The 2020 Ford Ranger offers:
The Toyota Safety Sense suite comes standard on the 2020 Tacoma while driver assistance features require additional packages or higher trim level upgrades for the Ranger.
The Tacoma has been a stand-out in its class for 25 years, and that doesn’t stop with the 2020 model. You can browse our available Tacoma inventory today to find the one that suits your lifestyle and needs. When you know which Tacoma model you want, let us know, and we’ll make purchasing it easier than ever at Limbaugh Toyota.
