(iSeeCars) – The Ford F-150 has been the best-selling vehicle in America for over 40 years, and the Ram 1500 pickup and the Chevrolet Silverado are also mainstays on the list of best-selling vehicles. Whether they use them for workplace heavy-hauling or as family vehicles, Americans love half-ton pickup trucks.
Perhaps what’s most alluring about a full-size pickup is its versatility–they come in a number of different configurations and can be customized to suit many different needs. Most large pickups have a wide range of trims, from bare-bones workhorses to luxurious and even off-road-capable. Pickup trucks also have a number of bed lengths ranging from 5.5 feet to 8 feet and are available with one or two rows of seating.
A regular cab pickup is the most basic and affordable cabin choice, offering a single row of seats and, usually, a rudimentary set of features. Regular cab trucks also have the highest towing capacity due to their lower overall weight.
To seat more than two passengers, both extended cab and crew cab configurations offer two rows of seats. Extended cab trucks provide a second row for more passenger and cargo space behind the front seats, but are the smaller of the two. Crew cab trucks provide even more space for front and rear passengers compared to extended cabs and have full-size rear doors, while extended cabs either have just two doors or a second set of smaller doors.
For a role as a family hauler, or for a comfortable back seat passenger experience, a crew cab is likely the best choice. Conversely, for work truck use an extended cab for the occasional third or fourth passenger should suffice. Because crew cabs are longer than extended cabs, they often have smaller beds than extended cab trucks.
Due to their ruggedness and utility, the typical full-size pickup truck is not praised for its fuel economy. However, modern pickup trucks have evolved to include both hybrid and electric powertrains.
What Are the Best Full-Size Pickup Trucks?
The full-size trucks on iSeeCars’ list are capable haulers worthy of transporting precious cargo, whether it’s a family of five or a bed full of construction material. They also vary in terms of capability and luxury. But advanced features, including large touchscreens, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, WiFi hotspots, driver assistance technology, and wireless smartphone charging are available on every modern pickup. The best full-size trucks include all of these amenities as either standard equipment or for minimal cost over the base trim.
What Other Vehicles Should You Consider?
Modern midsize pickup trucks have grown in size and capability over the past two decades and are viable alternatives to full-size pickup trucks. While they generally have a lower payload and towing capacity, they have better fuel efficiency and are easier to park and maneuver, particularly in city environments. Be sure to check out iSeeCars’ Best Midsize Truck list to see if a smaller pickup truck might be more suitable. Similarly, for cars with towing capability but without a flatbed for hauling, check out iSeeCars’ list of Best Large SUVs, which features workhorse SUVs that are built on truck platforms.
Ford F-150
- iSeeCars Score: 8.8/10
- Reliability: 8.7/10
- Value Retention: 8.1/10
- Safety: 9.6/10
- New Price (MSRP): $36,965 – $78,440
- Used Price: $24,986 – $66,515
- MPG: 12 – 23
- Horsepower: 325 – 720 HP
2. Toyota Tundra
- iSeeCars Score: 8.8/10
- Reliability: 9.3/10
- Value Retention: 8.9/10
- Safety: 8.2/10
- New Price (MSRP): $39,965 – $65,790
- Used Price: $31,626 – $59,998
- MPG: 19 – 20
- Horsepower: 348 – 389 HP
3. Ram 1500
- iSeeCars Score: 8.6/10
- Reliability: 8.5/10
- Value Retention: 7.9/10
- Safety: 9.5/10
- New Price (MSRP): $40,275 – $87,075
- Used Price: $26,991 – $62,811
- MPG: 12 – 23
- Horsepower: 305 – 540 HP
4. Chevrolet Silverado 1500
- iSeeCars Score: 8.6/10
- Reliability: 8.9/10
- Value Retention: 8.1/10
- Safety: 8.8/10
- New Price (MSRP): $41,600 – $66,500
- Used Price: $26,899 – $57,343
- MPG: 15 – 26
- Horsepower: 305 – 420 HP
5. GMC Sierra 1500
- iSeeCars Score: 8.6/10
- Reliability: 8.8/10
- Value Retention: 8.1/10
- Safety: 8.8/10
- New Price (MSRP): $79,400
- Used Price: $31,993 – $66,968
- MPG: 15 – 25
- Horsepower: 305 – 420 HP
6. Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Limited
- iSeeCars Score: 8.4/10
- Reliability: 9.2/10
- Value Retention: 7.9/10
- Safety: 8.0/10
- New Price (MSRP): $30,400 – $58,500
- Used Price: $29,988 – $49,997
- MPG: 12 – 26
- Horsepower: 277 – 420 HP
7. GMC Sierra 1500 Limited
- iSeeCars Score: 8.4/10
- Reliability: 9.1/10
- Value Retention: 8.0/10
- Safety: 8.0/10
- New Price (MSRP): $31,200 – $60,400
- Used Price: $28,115 – $54,990
- MPG: 12 – 26
- Horsepower: 277 – 420 HP
8. Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD
- iSeeCars Score: 8.4/10
- Reliability: 9.3/10
- Value Retention: 7.8/10
- Safety: 8.0/10
- New Price (MSRP): $34,500 – $44,000
- Used Price: $18,282 – $32,994
- MPG: –
- Horsepower: 355 HP
9. Nissan Titan
- iSeeCars Score: 8.2/10
- Reliability: 8.9/10
- Value Retention: 7.7/10
- Safety: 8.0/10
- New Price (MSRP): $46,690 – $63,670
- Used Price: $25,044 – $50,792
- MPG: 16 – 17
- Horsepower: 400 HP
10. Nissan Titan XD
- iSeeCars Score: 7.0/10
- Reliability: 6.3/10
- Value Retention: 7.7/10
- Safety: Not Available
- New Price (MSRP): $52,850 – $66,760
- Used Price: $27,981 – $53,974
- MPG: 17 – 18
- Horsepower: 400 HP
11. Ram 1500 Classic
- iSeeCars Score: Coming Soon
- Reliability: Coming Soon
- Value Retention: 7.8/10
- Safety: 8.2/10
- New Price (MSRP): $38,705 – $50,335
- Used Price: $18,995 – $36,894
- MPG: 17 – 20
- Horsepower: 305 – 395 HP
These trucks offer impressive reliability, safety, and performance, with options for various budgets and preferences. Whether you need off-road capability, high horsepower, or excellent value retention, these models are top-rated choices across the board.
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