With the duvet now off the 2024 Toyota Tacoma, all the class of next-generation midsize pickups is lastly in full view. And the Tacoma definitely seems to have earned its spot, with an all new design inside and outside, a trio of compelling powertrains (together with an accessible i-Power Max hybrid identical to the bigger Tundra) and several other high-end, go-anywhere trim packages.

With the section actually hotted-up now, the time has come to check the brand new Taco with the midsize pickup rivals constructed to provide it a run for its cash. In case you’re out there for such a car, you positive have some decisions to make. Right here’s a information to assist, starting with a recap of the brand new Tacoma’s most pertinent specs.

• Worth: We don’t know but! What we do know is that the outgoing Tacoma begins at $29,585 together with vacation spot for the two-wheel-drive, 2.7-liter inline-four-powered SR trim, that provides a paltry 179 horsepower. Fortunately that engine isn’t sticking round. Count on extra data on the Tacoma’s pricing later this yr.
• Size: This, too, stays a secret. Nevertheless, Toyota informed MotorTrend that “the size of the brand new truck [is] primarily unchanged” from the earlier era, regardless of the wheelbase rising about 4 inches. For the 2023 Tacoma, general size measured 212.3 inches, each for Entry Cab-equipped pickups with the 5-foot mattress and Double Cab vans with the 6-foot mattress. Each mattress/cab configurations decisions persist for the upcoming mannequin.
• Energy: Base 2.4-liter turbocharged inline-four with 228 hp and 243 lb-ft torque; optionally available high-output 2.4-liter turbo with 278 hp and 317 lb-ft torque; optionally available hybrid 2.4-liter turbo with 326 hp and 465 lb-ft torque
• Transmission: 8-speed automated for all grades; 6-speed guide with automated rev matching accessible for high-output, non-hybrid engine (guide reduces output to 270 hp and 310 lb-ft)
• MPG Metropolis/Common/Freeway: TBA
• Max Payload/Towing (lbs): 1,709 (TRD Off-Highway)/6,500 (SR5 I-Power and TRD PreRunner)
• Normal Options: Good key system with push-button begin; Toyota Security Sense 3.0 with pre-collision help; hill-start help; 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; roof with built-in attachment holes

• Worth: The bottom 2WD Frontier S trim with the King Cab begins at $30,705 together with vacation spot. That goes as much as $33,405 for the SV mannequin, and including 4WD for both tacks on about one other $3,000. The most affordable Frontier with the bigger Crew Cab begins at $32,005, adopted by $34,805 for the SV model of that truck, all the best way as much as the range-topping PRO-4X mannequin at $40,235.
• Size: 210.2 inches; 5-foot mattress (prolonged King Cab and 6-foot mattress additionally accessible)
• Energy: 3.8-liter V6 with 310 hp and 281 lb-ft torque
• Transmission: 9-speed automated
• MPG Metropolis/Common/Freeway: 18/20/24 for 2WD; 17/19/22 for 4WD
• Max Payload/Towing (lbs): 1,610/6,720 for 2WD (trim, drivetrain and mattress dimension relying)
• Normal Options: Nissan Security Defend 360 with clever ahead collision warning and driver alertness system; trailer sway management; hill begin help; 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; 7-inch configurable instrument cluster show

The Nissan Frontier obtained a brand new lease on life for 2022, with a contemporary design and — probably extra related to patrons — essentially the most highly effective normal engine in its class. In actual fact, the Frontier’s 3.6-liter V6 is the one engine on supply, so it begins to lose its worth benefit when you stand up there within the increased trims.

The Frontier’s inside appears a beat behind the brand new Taco, and Nissan doesn’t supply one with a 3rd pedal. In actual fact, that’s sadly true of the remainder of the truck market, save for the Jeep Gladiator. Alternate options could also be somewhat extra refined, however after all “refinement” is a unclean phrase for a sure subset of pickup patrons. For them, there’s the Frontier.

• Worth: The bottom 2WD Colorado WT (that’s “Work Truck”) begins at $30,695 with transport — although after all, Chevrolet doesn’t anticipate most common individuals to purchase that one. The most affordable regular Colorado is the 2WD LT, at $33,095. Including 4WD to both will increase the worth by about $3,300. The Path Boss ($38,495), Z71 ($41,395) and range-topping ZR2 ($48,295) all completely include 4WD and the stronger 310-hp engine.
• Size: 212.7-213.2 inches (trim relying); 5-foot, 2-inch mattress
• Energy: Base 2.7-liter turbocharged inline-four with 237 hp and 259 lb-ft torque; optionally available 2.7-liter turbo “Plus” with 310 hp and 390 lb-ft torque; ZR2-only high-output 2.7-liter turbo with 310 hp and 430 lb-ft torque
• Transmission: 8-speed automated
• MPG Metropolis/Common/Freeway: 20/22/25 for 2WD; 19/21/23 for 4WD; 17/19/21 for 4WD with “Plus” engine; 17/18/19 for ZR2
• Max Payload/Towing (lbs): 1,684/7,700 for WT, LT (max towing requires optionally available package deal)
• Normal Options: Chevy Security Help with ahead collision alert and automated emergency braking; 11.3-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; 8-inch configurable instrument cluster show

The brand new Colorado can out-haul and out-tow the Tacoma for those who spec it as such, and compares nicely by way of energy — albeit, with out the choice of a fuel-sipping, torquey hybrid. It’s a well-rounded midsize pickup, however it does drive you to make some some sacrifices with regard to configuration. The Colorado solely comes with one kind of cab and a 5-foot mattress. In case you can dwell with that, there aren’t actually any downsides. And for those who just like the Colorado however occur to have much more to spend on an opulent pickup, could we advise the GMC Canyon?

• Worth: We’re nonetheless lacking some data right here, as a result of to this point Ford has solely introduced that the SuperCrew mannequin of the brand new Ranger begins at $34,160. The present SuperCab, with a 6-foot mattress however simply two doorways, goes for $29,540, so you’ll be able to anticipate the equal model of the new-gen truck to at the very least be decrease in value, even when not fairly sub-$30K low. What we are able to say is that if it’s the Raptor you’re after, you’ll need to half with $56,690.
• Size: 210.6 inches; 5-foot mattress (6-foot mattress TBA)
• Energy: Base 2.3-liter turbo inline-four with 270 hp and 310 lb-ft torque; optionally available 2.7-liter turbo V6 with 315 hp and 400 lb-ft torque; Raptor-only twin-turbo V6 with 405 hp and 430 lb-ft torque
• Transmission: 10-speed automated
• MPG Metropolis/Common/Freeway: Ford hasn’t stated but. Nevertheless, the previous Ranger had the very same turbo 4, and in 2WD guise it returned an EPA-estimated 20/22/26, whereas the 4WD obtained 19/21/24. Count on numbers in that ballpark.
• Max Payload/Towing (lbs): 1,805/7,500 for 2WD (max capability requires Trailer Tow Bundle)
• Normal Options: Ahead collision warning and automatic emergency braking; 10.1-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; 8-inch configurable instrument cluster show

Alongside the brand new Tacoma, the 2024 Ford Ranger is the newest midsize truck to get a severe overhaul. And this one’s been some time coming, as a result of it was first teased to the remainder of the world manner, manner again in 2021. Ford expects to ship the primary 2024 Rangers by later summer season.

Regardless of the brand new face, which maintains the Ranger’s delicate manners relative to the remainder of the pickup area, the newest iteration retains among the finest elements of the previous mannequin: that 270-hp, 2.3-liter EcoBoost 4, which supplied a really strong 26 mpg in two-wheel-drive type. The Tacoma’s i-Power Max hybrid is likely to be down on energy considerably to the Raptor’s twin-turbo V6, however it bests Ford’s providing in torque, and will definitely win out in gas financial system. Toyota may have the sting inside, too; the Taco’s sprint seems extra on par with its value.

The 2024 Tacoma definitely has its work minimize out for it, however it’s additionally distinctive sufficient to reach the very aggressive enviornment that’s midsize trucking. It’s the one one supplied with a guide or hybrid, and the existence of the brand new overlanding-focused Trailhunter trim along with the TRD Professional spec implies that fanatics have much more choices accessible to them. That stated, for those who’re trying to lug essentially the most stuff, the Colorado or Ranger could serve you higher.

The actual query, because it all the time does, will come right down to cash spent. Vans are depraved standard and new automobiles have by no means been pricier. With Toyota’s new slate of engines, the most cost effective Taco will now not be a depressing selection, and that alone counts for lots. Count on an replace as soon as we obtain phrase on pricing and gas financial system for each the Tacoma and Ranger.