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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/mo

Price: $44,561 · 21 MPG
Depreciation: $17,769 · Fuel: $10,000
Insurance: $8,750 · Maintenance: $3,750

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2026 Toyota Tacoma

$38,8165-year total · $647/mo

Price: $47,035 · 23 MPG
Depreciation: $14,263 · Fuel: $9,130
Insurance: $8,750 · Maintenance: $3,750

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2026 Toyota Tacoma costs $4,227 less to own over 5 years in this comparison — a difference of $70/month.

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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