Trucks With the Best Gas Mileage
Car and Driver's rankings are arrived at from the results of our extensive instrumented testing of several hundred vehicles each year and from our expert editors' subjective impressions gained in real-world driving. We've ranked the Most Fuel-Efficient Trucks based on official fuel efficiency data from the EPA. We also gave each SUV a rating based on roughly 200 data points encompassing acceleration, handling, comfort, cargo space, fuel efficiency, value, and how enjoyable they are to drive. We take rankings seriously because we want you to know everything about the vehicles that you're interested in.
Top Ranked Trucks With the Gas Mileage at a glance
1
2026 Ford Maverick
10
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$29,990
EPA MPG
23–38 combined
C/D SAYS: Not everyone needs an F-150, and that's where the 2026 Ford Maverick comes in, with its small stature, fuel-efficient powertrains, and practical design. Learn More
2
2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz
9
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$31,350
EPA MPG
20–25 combined
C/D SAYS: The 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz is a compact pickup that's designed for user-friendly utility rather than image-making pretense. Learn More
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3
2026 Ram 1500
10
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$44,000 est
EPA MPG
17–22 combined
C/D SAYS: From the base Tradesman trim to the dressed-up Tungsten, there's a 2026 Ram 1500 pickup for every job. Learn More
4
2026 Chevrolet Silverado ZR2
8.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$74,595
EPA MPG
21 combined
C/D SAYS: The 2026 Silverado ZR2 pickup truck blends off-road capability with on-road comfort and convenience. Learn More
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5
2026 Honda Ridgeline
8.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$42,290
EPA MPG
20–21 combined
C/D SAYS: The 2026 Honda Ridgeline is a good choice for those who regularly need a pickup bed but more often, a daily driver. Learn More
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6
2026 Ford F-150
9
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$39,885
EPA MPG
19–22 combined
C/D SAYS: Ford’s F-150 pickup comes in enough permutations to handle just about any vehicular assignment, from job sites to off-road trails to just cruising around. Learn More
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7
2026 Toyota Tundra Hybrid
8
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$60,655
EPA MPG
20–22 combined
C/D SAYS: The 2026 Toyota Tundra Hybrid pickup provides ample power in a package with lots of space and plenty of safety features. Learn More
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8
2026 GMC Sierra 1500
8.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$39,745
EPA MPG
16–24 combined
C/D SAYS: The 2026 GMC Sierra works just as hard as its Chevy Silverado sibling but adds a layer of refinement and luxury on top. Learn More
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9
2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
8.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$38,345
EPA MPG
17–20 combined
C/D SAYS: The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 pickup is not the most up-to-date of the domestic pickups, but it's plenty capable and offers a wide range of configurations. Learn More
10
2026 Toyota Tundra
8
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$43,355
EPA MPG
19–20 combined
C/D SAYS: The 2026 Toyota Tundra pickup truck blends comfort, style, and capability in the 'Yota mold, but its ultimate brawn quotient falls short of the competition. Learn More
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