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Top Pickup Trucks Available Right Now

Shopping for a new truck? These are the top pickup trucks available right now.

By Joseph FarleyPublished 6 years ago 5 min read
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More than any other vehicle on the market, a pickup truck delivers a statement — a statement of American muscle. However, pickup trucks don't come cheap, and if you make the wrong decision and buy one plagued with reliability issues, you're just asking to empty your wallet. So, it's best to do a little research — you'll come out ahead in the end.

Which truck should you buy? Well, that depends on what you need it for. Do you need a truck with a great towing capacity, or just a reliable truck that gets decent gas mileage to get you to and from work? These are all things to consider when thinking about the top pickup trucks available right now.

Different years are going to bring different results for even the same make and model of truck, so it's best to be as specific as possible here. Look at these trucks closely, and know if you manage to get your hands on one you picked a winner.

2017 Dodge Ram 1500

The Ram is a well established and highly respected truck, and the 2017 Ram 1500 is one of the top pickup trucks available right now. The Ram 1500 is a workhorse, and blows away its closest rivals in terms of towing capacity — up to 11,000 pounds! With 395 horsepower, the Ram's engine will always be up to the toughest of pulls.

All this towing doesn't come at the sacrifice of comfort, as the Ram has one of the smoothest rides of any pickup truck in its field. And, with almost 30 mpg highway, the Ram isn't a bad way to ride around town.

2017 Honda Ridgeline

Honda doesn't exactly conjure up the image of a high quality pickup truck, but the 2017 Ridgeline is attempting to expel that old notion. Back after a three-year hiatus, the Ridgeline is the most compact truck in its field. The truck employs front-wheel drive, and its smooth ride is actually closer to a car, leaving many truck fans to consider it as a "fake truck."

Despite the naysayers, this truck is of exceptional quality, and one of the top pickup trucks available right now. It's good on gas, and offers tons of modern technology inside its cushy cab.

2017 Ford F-150

The Ford F-150 is the number one full-size pickup truck on the market, and with the way the 2017 model performs, it's for good reason. It comes with a wide range of powerful engine choices, a comfortable and roomy interior, great safety ratings, and more maneuverable handling than you'd expect.

The F-150 is at the top of its class, and easily one of the top pickup trucks available right now. These classic trucks start at just over $28,000, and by all accounts, it's worth the price.

2017 Nissan Titan

The Nissan Titan is usually a pickup truck that hangs more at the back of the pack, but that's not the case with the 2017 revamped Titan. The truck can tow nearly 10,000 pounds, and with its spacious and comfortable cab, it can be used at the job or to take the kids to school — it's that versatile.

The Titan offers an incredibly smooth ride and a large bed, perfect for hauling whatever it is you got. This one definitely made the largest jump in the rankings, and is one of the top pickup trucks available right now.

2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

The 2017 Silverado is a busy person's dream — it offers an insane amount of amenities while also possessing a 12,500 pound towing capacity. Thanks to its 420 horsepower, this thing can haul almost anything.

Critics are big fans of the truck's entertainment system, and the Silverado comes with a built-in Wi-Fi hot spot. The ride is smooth and the cabin is quiet, but the handling and braking are only average. Still, it's an easy pick for one of the top pickup trucks available right now.

2016 GMC Canyon

The GMC Canyon is a very versatile truck, and depending on your needs, it can be tailored to them. It comes with 200 horsepower, but it's also a great fuel-saver on the highway — getting up to 26 mpg. It also comes in versions with a smaller engine, offering less towing capacity but increasing the highway mpg.

In many ways, the Canyon is a lot like an SUV. It's extremely comfortable and fun to drive, but its large bed and towing capacity helps elevate it to one of the top pickup trucks available right now.

2017 Toyota Tacoma

The 2017 Tacoma is a great truck for the adventurous type, as this truck is ideal for mudding and other kinds of off-road activities. It's got almost ten inches of ground clearance, so debris doesn't get clogged in these gears easily. This is more of a fun truck, as the back seat is pretty cramped and the ride isn't as luxurious as some on this list.

Its sleek look and off-road capabilities are more than make up for this, and the Tacoma is one of the top pickup trucks available right now. It doesn't offer a great towing capacity, but the suspension is terrific and gives an even ride on any terrain.

2017 Toyota Tundra

Two Toyota trucks on one list? I know, I know, but this truck is incredibly versatile, easily making it one of the top pickup trucks available right now. The only downside is that the Tundra doesn't offer a diesel option — turning some truck lovers off. However, it does get decent highway mileage and has a spacious bed.

Much like the Tacoma, the Tundra is also a great choice for off-roading. It's also got an easy-to-use infotainment system and plush, comfortable cab seating.

2017 Dodge Ram Power Wagon

This powerful truck from Dodge is impressively engineered, making it one of the top pickup trucks available right now. As far as off-roading goes, the Ram Power Wagon is at the top of its class. It's got over 14 inches of clearance, a Hemi V8, sturdy shocks, and a skid-plate belly.

Dodge knows drivers of this are going to want to test the truck's limits, and they take into account of people's safety — equipping the truck with electronic, disconnecting roll bars. This truck isn't for beginners, and the sticker price is north of $50,000.

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Joseph Farley

Joseph Farley is a North Jersey based writer who loves short fiction and stand-up comedy

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