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Midsize pickup trucks are perfect for those who don’t want a full-size pickup. After all, it can be a hassle to handle those in crowded urban environments. A midsize pickup truck is more than enough for most people, anyways. With choices such as the 2023 Toyota Tacoma and the 2023 Ford Ranger at hand, you can’t go wrong either.
The 2023 Tacoma is the third generation of Toyota's famous midsize pickup truck nameplate that debuted in 1995. The 2023 Ranger is based on 2019's T6 variant. The 2023 Tacoma is assembled in Mexico, while the 2023 Ranger is manufactured in Michigan.
Let's compare the 2023 Tacoma vs. Ranger to find out which one is ahead in the best midsize pickup truck race. We will consider their interior, performance, and safety aspects in this Toyota vs. Ford matchup. You should call the sales team of Thomasville Toyota in Thomasville, GA, if you need further information about the 2023 Tacoma.
The 2023 Tacoma and the 2023 Ranger offer a choice of cab sizes and two bed lengths to pick from. Both can seat up to five adults in their most spacious cab configurations. However, you'll find the 2023 Tacoma's 100 cubic feet of space more pleasant than the 95 cubic feet offered by the 2023 Ranger. Your occupants won’t feel cramped or confined.
In terms of technology, the 2023 Tacoma offers a touch-screen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ across all trim levels. Notably, the 2023 Ranger doesn't have a touch-screen infotainment system on base trims; hence, you can't get Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ across the range. You’ll need to venture up the trim ladder. Furthermore, you can option dual-zone climate control, a wireless charging pad, a powered driving seat, and more convenience features on the 2023 Tacoma if desired.
For the 2023 Tacoma, Toyota gives you two powertrains to choose from. The base engine is a sturdy and reliable 2.7-liter 4-cylinder naturally aspirated unit. Its 159 horsepower may seem a bit low, but make no mistake; this engine is designed to last decades. You can spec it with a five-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission. While rear-wheel-drive is the default choice, you can also choose a four-wheel-drive system if needed.
For those who want more power and performance, Toyota offers a 3.5-liter naturally aspirated V6 with 276 horsepower. You can have this with a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission. Once again, rear-wheel-drive is standard, with a four-wheel-drive system offered as an option. If you want to venture off-road regularly, there are two TRD trim levels. These include the four-wheel-drive system as standard, plus increased ride height, heavy-duty suspension, and off-road tires wrapped around distinctively designed wheels.
Ford's sole offering on the 2023 Ranger is a 2.3-liter turbo 4-cylinder with 270 horsepower. It's paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission and sends drive to the rear wheels. A four-wheel-drive system is optional, as is an off-road-oriented trim, but that's not as comprehensive as the TRD offerings on the 2023 Tacoma.
The 2023 Tacoma comes with automatic emergency braking, airbags, stability control, forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, and cruise control across the range. The 2023 Ranger comes with all those except for lane-departure warning and cruise control. You have to delve into the options list if you need them.
The 2023 Tacoma is the winner of this Toyota vs. Ford shootout, and the 2023 Ford Ranger just can't come close. The 2023 Tacoma is roomier, offers more technological features, has a better set of powertrains, and has more safety features as standard. Why don't you step into Thomasville Toyota in Thomasville, GA, and check out the new Tacoma for yourself?
