- [Narrator] The 2022 Toyota Tacoma
versus the 2022 Ford Ranger.
Let's learn a bit more about
these midsize pickup trucks.
Tacoma's off-road capability
is on full display thanks
to available features
like Multi-Terrain Select and Crawl Control.
For all its rugged capabilities,
Tacoma also comes equipped
with active safety features
like the standard Toyota Safety Sense P suite.
Tacoma's standard V6 Tow Package
and range of off-road assistance features
help ensure that it's ready
for whatever the day brings.
Tacoma's lineup has six distinct grades,
including three TRD grades
for the thrill-seekers.
SR5 offers the Trail Special Edition package
for drivers ready to tackle the terrain,
while Limited is available
with the Nightshade Special Edition package,
which brings 18-inch dark smoke alloy wheels
and a carbon-style black grille.
Tacoma can also be configured
in either Access or Double Cab,
as well as with two bed sizes.
Toyota's mid-size pickup
also offers two engine choices,
an available manual transmission,
and available part-time four-wheel drive.
Ranger comes in three grades,
with available STX, Splash,
and Tremor special editions.
There's only one engine option,
which is a turbocharged four-cylinder,
but part-time four-wheel drive is available.
Equipped for heavy jobs in the city
or off-road adventures in the wild,
Tacoma is engineered to get it done,
thanks to its standard 9.4-inch ground clearance.
And its new special edition packages
don't just sport unique looks,
the Trail Special Edition
also ups Tacoma's capability
with 16-inch TRD Off-Road wheels
and Kevlar reinforced all-terrain tires,
as well as its elevated utility
with lockable bed storage boxes.
This includes an insulated box
that makes a great cooler.
But regardless of grade,
Tacoma's critical parts stay protected
from rough roads,
thanks to standard engine
and front suspension skid plates.
Ranger can be optioned
with skid plates at an additional cost,
but only on two specialized four-wheel drive grades.
It offers 8.4 inches of ground clearance
on rear-wheel drive grades
or 8.9 inches of ground clearance
on four-wheel drive grades,
while the Tremor Off-Road Package goes further,
at 9.7 inches.
Additionally, the new Splash packages
alter Ranger's exterior
with unique trims and wheels.
On the inside,
Tacoma strikes a perfect balance
between utility and creature comforts,
with an available 10-way
power-adjustable driver's seat
and available dual-zone
automatic climate control,
which lets both the driver and passenger
adjust cabin temperatures
to their own individual liking.
There's also an available power-sliding
rear window for easy access
to the cargo bed,
or just to take in the breeze.
Ranger isn't able to match Tacoma's
10-way power driver's seat,
but an eight-way power-adjustable
driver's seat is available.
Dual-zone automatic temperature control
is available too,
but Ranger's sliding rear window
requires manual operation.
Tacoma's Toyota Audio Multimedia system
is accessed through a standard seven-inch
or available eight-inch touchscreen,
and includes standard compatibility
for Apple CarPlay,
which connects drivers to Apple Music,
Maps, Messages, and other favorite apps
from your iPhone.
In addition, Android Auto compatibility
makes it easy to stay connected
to Android devices,
while Amazon Alexa connectivity keeps
Amazon's voice service
just a question away.
Plus, there's a standard three-month
SiriusXM Platinum Plan trial subscription
that includes over 165 channels
available in-cabin,
and even more on the SXM mobile app,
making it easier than ever to enjoy
not just ad-free music,
but also sports, comedy, and more.
Tacoma can also be equipped
with an available six-speaker
JBL Premium Audio system.
Finally, there are trials
to Toyota's line of Connected Services,
which includes a Wi-Fi Connect hotspot
for up to five devices,
plus available Dynamic Navigation
and Destination Assist.
Ranger comes standard
with a non-touch display
and also offers 911 Assist
and FordPass Connect
with a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot trial.
Grades equipped with SYNC three
get an eight-inch touchscreen
that's compatible with Apple CarPlay
and Android Auto,
as well as a SiriusXM three-month
Platinum Plan trial subscription,
but there's no Amazon Alexa support.
Off-road powerhouse or not,
safety is a top priority with Tacoma's
Toyota Safety Sense P,
a standard suite that includes
Pre-Collision System,
Lane Departure Alert,
Automatic High Beams
and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control.
A Blind Spot Monitor
with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert is also available.
For Ranger, Adaptive Cruise Control
is an upgrade through the Technology Package,
and it's only available on XLT and Lariat grades.
Ranger's standard Ford Co-Pilot360
does include a Blind Spot Information System
with Cross-Traffic Alert, however.
Performance is the name of the game for Tacoma,
whether that means off-road capability
or everyday drivability.
That's why all V6 grades feature 278 horsepower
and 265 pound-feet of torque,
as well as a standard V6 Tow Package
that helps Tacoma achieve up
to 6,800 pounds of maximum towing capacity,
along with up to 1,685 pounds
of maximum payload capacity.
And when the road turns to trail,
an available range of advanced off-road systems
like Multi-Terrain Select and Crawl Control,
Panoramic View Monitor,
and Multi-Terrain Monitor help Tacoma
conquer even the toughest terrains.
But that's not all,
TRD Sport grades come equipped
with a sport-tuned suspension,
while TRD Off-Road grades
make use of a TRD Off-Road tuned suspension
with Bilstein shocks.
Meanwhile, the capable TRD Pro grade
comes standard with a TRD-tuned
off-road suspension with FOX shocks,
quarter-inch-thick aluminum
TRD front skid plate,
all-terrain tires
and plenty of other off-road worthy features
that give this pickup
some serious off-road cred.
Plus, all grades include either
an Automatic Limited-Slip Differential
or electronically controlled
locking rear differential to further aid traction.
At 270 horsepower,
Ranger's engine comes close
to Tacoma's output.
And while its maximum
towing capacity is 7,500 pounds,
getting this requires
the extra-cost Trailer Tow Package.
Meanwhile, its payload capacity
maxes out at 1,905 pounds.
Ranger's optional Terrain Management System
includes a Trail Control feature,
while the FX4 and Tremor Off-Road Packages
feature off-road tuned suspension,
skid plates, and all-terrain tires.
And like with Tacoma,
there's an available
electronic-locking rear differential.
As America's best-selling midsize pickup
for the last 17 years,
Tacoma has gained praise
for its reliability and capability,
and its value is enhanced further thanks
to perks like ToyotaCare
and Roadside Assistance.
This same formula has helped Tacoma
earn a wide range of industry accolades,
like the Kelley Blue Book
2022 Best Resale Value Award
in the Midsize Pickup Truck category
for 13 years in a row
and a Best Buy Award for 2022.
Ranger has been recognized
by Kelly Blue Book
with its Five-Year Cost to Own award
and carries a strong warranty,
but it lacks the maintenance coverage
and roadside assistance of ToyotaCare.
Now in its third generation,
Tacoma is showing no signs of slowing down,
and with Toyota's commitment
to quality, durability, and reliability,
it's clear why Tacoma
is such a smart choice among midsize pickups.
Discover one for yourself today at toyota.com.