2026 Ford Ranger vs 2026 Toyota Tacoma
Both are commonly cross-shopped against each other. Here’s how their real 5-year ownership costs actually compare, using real market pricing data rather than sticker price alone.
Pricing data refreshed monthly · last updated September 2026
2026 Ford Ranger
$43,0435-year total · $717/moPrice: $44,561 · 21 MPG
Depreciation: $17,769 · Fuel: $10,000
Insurance: $8,750 · Maintenance: $3,750
2026 Toyota Tacoma
$38,8165-year total · $647/moPrice: $47,035 · 23 MPG
Depreciation: $14,263 · Fuel: $9,130
Insurance: $8,750 · Maintenance: $3,750
Most of the gap comes from depreciation ($3,506 higher for the Ford Ranger) and fuel/energy ($870 higher for the Ford Ranger).
After 5 years, the Ford Ranger keeps about 60% of its value and the Toyota Tacoma about 70%.
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